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About the role

We are a charity that provides loving, compassionate care and support for veterans and their families, living with disability or dementia. We do this through our Homes and our services reaching into the community. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Marketing Officer to research and develop multi-channel marketing campaigns to drive occupancy and new services, and to lead on their implementation.

You will create and execute digital marketing campaigns to support our services, and work on design for inhouse creative projects, developing engaging on and offline materials. You will implement marketing plans to promote services offered both in and out of our Homes, produce digital content to engage and convert audiences, develop website content, and manage photography to maintain our image bank.

You will produce regular updates and analysis using data on our enquiry system, keep accurate records of activity and costs, and support monitoring of literature and merchandise. As a brand ambassador, you will ensure consistency across audiences and adhere to relevant legislation and guidelines.

We are seeking someone with experience in a busy marketing environment, excellent communication and copywriting skills, good design and IT skills, and strong analytical ability. If you are proactive, flexible, and committed to high-quality outcomes while demonstrating our mission and values, we would love you to join our team.

Purpose of the role

• To research and develop multi-channel marketing campaigns to drive occupancy and new services and to lead on their implementation.
• To create and execute digital marketing campaigns to support our services
• To work on design for inhouse creative projects, including the development of engaging on and offline materials for our services.

Key responsibilities

Marketing & Communications

• To implement the marketing plans to promote our range of services offered both in and out of our Homes.
• To research and develop relationships with media channels to negotiate media space and to design and deliver artwork.
• To produce digital marketing content and campaigns to engage and convert our priority audiences.
• To develop compelling and emotive content for our website ensuring it reflects the range of services we offer.
• To work on the design and production of literature and materials both on and offline to support our services and with teams across Fundraising and other departments.
• To develop and review marketing materials, ensuring they are up-to date and in line with our brand and key messages.
• To support on all photography to ensure our image bank is up to date.
• To develop merchandising from concept to production, working with other teams within fundraising and the wider organisation.

Process

• To produce regular updates and analysis making use of the data on our enquiry system (Found).
• To keep accurate spreadsheets of all activity and costs.
• To maintain the current Marcomms system to track and store projects, ensuring they are logged on the workflow system.
• To work with Fundraising on the monitoring of literature and merchandise.

Other

• To be a brand ambassador ensuring consistency to a range of audiences.
• To adhere to data protection legislation and to be fully conversant with relevant legislation and the guidelines.
• To undertake other such duties as may be required and which are consistent with the nature of this role.

Person specification

Knowledge and experience:

• Experience of working in a busy marketing environment with the ability to plan, prioritise and manage a varied workload delivering projects to a high standard.
• Experience using digital tools, such as website content management systems, photo or video editing software and the ability to pick up new tools quickly.
• Experience in implementing and optimising digital campaigns on google ads and meta and a good understanding of campaign tracking.
• Knowledge of SEO best practice and analytics packages.
• Good knowledge of relevant marketing and charitable legislation and guidelines.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and listening skills across a wide range of audiences.
• Excellent editing and copywriting skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong relationship building with the ability to work across teams and build effective internal and external networks.
• Good design skills including Adobe (other design packages).
• Good IT skills including MS 365, Teams.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to use data to improve marketing performance.
• Demonstrates commitment to our mission and values

Other:

• The ability to travel and work remotely, including the location of our Homes in Solihull, Surbiton, High Wycombe, and Worthing.
• Be willing to work flexibly including occasional evenings and weekends.

Personal characteristics should include:

• Demonstrates commitment to our mission and values
• Proactive and able to inspire collaboration across teams
• Committed to achieving high-quality outcomes and supporting team success
• A positive attitude
• Reliable, professional manner; flexible and calm under pressure

EFAM

For more than twenty years, Education For All Morocco has worked to ensure that girls from Morocco’s most disadvantaged rural communities can access — and complete — their education. What began as a small initiative providing safe boarding for girls in the High Atlas has evolved into a nationwide organisation creating long-term pathways from secondary school to university and employment.

Today, EFA Morocco operates a growing network of boarding houses, specialist education centres, and university scholarship programmes, supporting girls with diverse needs — including those with disabilities — to learn, thrive, and shape their own futures. Through strategic partnerships, community engagement, and a holistic support model, EFA Morocco is driving systemic change so that every girl, no matter where she is born, has the opportunity to learn, lead, and transform her life and community.

The Role

The Finance & Operations Coordinator is a central position in a small, purpose-driven team. The role provides direct support to the Managing Director and works closely with the Finance Committee to ensure that the charity’s financial and operational systems are well managed, compliant and effective.

This is a broad and hands-on role that involves managing day-to-day UK operations, supporting financial oversight, ensuring smooth coordination with our in-country partners, and keeping our administrative framework in excellent order.

You will be responsible for maintaining clear systems, meeting key reporting deadlines, and ensuring that the organisation runs efficiently behind the scenes. The role suits someone who is proactive, reliable, and comfortable managing a wide variety of tasks with independence and initiative.

Key Responsibilities

Finance and Reporting

• Maintain accurate financial records in Xero, reconciling transactions and processing payments for invoices, payroll and expenses.

• Allocate receipts and donations to the correct funds and ensure supporting documentation is filed systematically.

• Prepare and submit Gift Aid claims to HMRC.

• Collate quarterly financial and narrative reports from Moroccan partner NGOs and follow up on missing information.

• Support the Managing Director and Finance Committee with budget preparation, analysis and audit documentation.

• Ensure that annual accounts and financial reports are submitted in line with Charity Commission requirements.

Operations and Administration

• Oversee and improve shared filing systems (Teams/SharePoint), ensuring that all administrative and financial records are accurate, up to date and easy to access.

• Manage the main email inbox, responding to or redirecting correspondence promptly and professionally.

• Coordinate logistics for meetings, events, and annual project visits in Morocco.

• Support the Managing Director with scheduling, documentation, and general administrative follow-up.

• Monitor compliance tasks, ensuring that all Charity Commission and internal governance requirements are up to date and properly documented.

Donor and Partner Relations

• Act as a first point of contact for donors, supporter schools, hotels and individuals.

• Process and acknowledge donations, issue receipts and maintain accurate donor records.

• Proactively follow up with existing and potential supporters, helping to build and maintain relationships.

• Liaise with Moroccan partners to ensure that project and financial reporting are on track and shared on time.

Governance and Oversight

• Support the Finance Committee and Managing Director with preparation for trustee and committee meetings, including gathering reports and ensuring actions are followed up.

• Assist with external audits and reviews, coordinating with UK auditors and Moroccan partners as needed.

• Maintain oversight of risk management, safeguarding and health and safety documentation, ensuring relevant information is filed and accessible.

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience with Xero or similar accounting software, and confidence handling day-to-day bookkeeping.

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word) and comfortable using Teams/SharePoint.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Able to work independently and take initiative, with good judgement about when to seek input.

• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and adapting to a varied workload.

• Interest in education, international development or girls’ empowerment.

Organisation: Education For All Morocco (EFA Morocco)

Responsible to: Managing Director
Location: Remote (with annual project visit to Morocco)
Hours: 24/32 hrs per week
Salary: £25,000 – £29,000 per annum (pro rata)
Annual leave and benefits: 25 days annual leave (pro rata, excluding bank holidays) + pension scheme (as per regulatory requirements)

Location: Cambridge/Hybrid
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Salary: Salary Plan, 65,000.00
 
The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) has a great opportunity for a Software Development Team Leader to join us on a permanent full-time basis.
 
At the RSC we embrace flexibility and offer hybrid working, which means our teams come together when they need to collaborate. Although this role is contractually based at our Cambridge office, you will also be able to work from home within the UK, with the expectation that you will attend our offices and travel as needed for your role. If you need flexible working arrangements, please outline this in your application.
 
As a Software Development Team Leader for the Royal Society of Chemistry, you will shape the software architecture and the fine-grained detail of configuration and implementation throughout the software development lifecycle for performance, security and maintainability of the applications we build.
 
Working within our DevOps team and with your colleagues across the directorate, you will lead a team of cross-functional technical staff, comprised of both back-end (.NET C#, node.JS), front-end (HTML/CSS/JS/Vue.JS) developers, test automation engineers and site reliability engineers (AWS). Your work will enable the Royal Society of Chemistry to build, scale and continually improve our websites and services, serving our global audience of customers, users and colleagues. You will oversee the technical aspects of the product roadmap, working closely in collaboration with Solutions Architects and other Team Leaders to align with, contribute to and iterate on a shared architectural repository, guiding agile workstream members in technical implementation, assigning and ensuring quality delivery of backlog items and taking ownership of technical changes and releases. You will also directly line manage a small number of developers.
 
We are looking for: 
 
• Strong knowledge and experience of full stack (.NET C# back-end development, HTML/CSS/JS/Vue.JS front-end development) software development life cycles.
• Experience with DevOps best practice, such as continuous delivery, continuous testing, infrastructure as code etc.
• Understanding of cloud architecture principles and hands-on experience with AWS or similar platforms.
• Experience working within Agile practices, particularly Scrum and Kanban.
• People management experience including delivery quality, workloads and personal development.
 
Please note that this role is called Tech Leader internally.
 
If you are interested in this role, please apply before the end of the closing date. When applying, you will need to provide an up-to-date CV and as a cover letter (in no more than 500 words) telling us about your relevant knowledge, skills and competencies and why you are applying for this role.
 
We will be conducting interviews regularly.
 
Benefits
 
We promote a healthy work/life balance and flexible working options. Our benefits package includes:
 
• 26 days’ paid holiday per annum plus bank holidays.
• Pension plan with up to 12% employer contributions (depending upon your contribution).
• Life assurance at 3 times basic annual salary.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Paid volunteering days.
 
Visit our Work For Us website to learn more about us, our benefits, equal opportunities statement and inclusive culture pledge.
 
At the RSC, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnic minority candidates.
 
As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who has a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.
 
We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information. If you would like to apply using a different format, please contact the Recruitment Team and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place.
 
You may also have experience in the following: Software Development Team Leader, Software Engineering Manager, Technical Lead / Team Lead, Full Stack Developer Lead, DevOps Team Lead, Solutions Architect, Back-End Lead Developer (.NET C#), Front-End Lead Developer (Vue.js / JS), Site Reliability Engineer Lead, Agile Development Manager
 
REF-225 076

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, learning-focused Digital Learning Content Developer to join the expanding Learning Team at The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR).

You’ll play a key role in designing and delivering high-quality digital learning resources for radiologists and clinical oncologists worldwide. Working closely with passionate colleagues and subject matter experts, you’ll help build a world-class digital learning library that supports doctors at every stage of their careers ultimately making a real impact on professional development and patient care.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and build interactive e-learning courses using tools like Articulate Storyline, Rise 360, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Create engaging visual assets: animations, infographics, videos that bring learning to life.
• Collaborate with Learning Designers and SMEs to ensure content is innovative, accessible, and user centred.
• Champion best practice in digital learning, keeping up to date with industry trends and new eLearning innovations, sharing recommendations.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience creating interactive digital learning resources and applying learning design principles.
• Proficiency in e-learning tools and visual design software (Articulate, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• A passion for innovation, technology, and effective learning design.
• Knowledge of the application of relevant legislation including data protection, accessibility and copyright.

Join us at the RCR to be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You’ll have the chance to make a meaningful contributions to ultimately help doctors deliver the best possible care to patients.

Why join us:

• Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
• Hybrid working (60% working week can be done remotely)
• Modern working environment
• Equipment provided to work from home
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Excellent pension scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

 

You will be responsible for the providing effective of HR services for XLP and building strong relationships across the team, keeping a good understanding of people’s challenges and opportunities.

You will partner with Line Managers on a range of HR duties to cover the full employee life cycle, including implementing an HR software platform and reporting with the Director of Operations, managing employee relations, safer recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, staff training and development, and more.

You will help make sure we recruit and retain excellent staff so we can give our best for young people. You will be happy to manage all aspects of HR and the employee lifecycle, happy to work independently, and ready to get stuck in.

This is a full-time hybrid role, with Monday to Wednesdays in the XLP Office.

CAMPAIGNS ASSISTANT - Full-time permanent position (open to part-time applicants)

Salary: Circa £23,000 full time dependent on experience. Full time is 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

Location: Cheltenham, with some home working (full time with x3 days working in central Cheltenham charity office)

Job Description

 

Are you passionate about animals and looking for a job in campaigning, public policy change, public affairs and stakeholder relations? As Campaigns Assistant, you’ll support the delivery of impactful campaigns led by our Campaign Managers and support high-profile projects like World Animal Day and various events.

 

To be considered, we’ll be looking for motivated, resilient candidates with relevant experience or skills developed in an animal welfare (or related) degree or more general public policy and campaigning. The successful candidate would need to be organised, with a sharp eye for detail, able to deliver projects on time, whilst working as part of a team. You’ll need a strong ability to multi-task and prioritise, as no day is ever the same.

This is a full time or part time permanent role offering a salary around £23,000, depending on skills and experience.

If this sparks your interest, we would love to hear from you.

Essential Skills

 

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Good time management skills with the ability to plan, prioritise workloads, work quickly and accurately under pressure and to deadlines

· Knowledge of campaigning, lobbying and public affairs and / or animal welfare policy issues

· Competent with Microsoft Office software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint

· Able to organise events

· Able to work effectively as part of a small team, and interact with colleagues in a helpful and supportive manner

· Hard working, motivated and with a can-do positive attitude

· Able to handle sensitive, sometimes distressing information regarding animal welfare such as animal testing, animal cruelty and wildlife crime and the link with domestic abuse.

Desirable Skills

 

· Research experience

· Willing to network

· Volunteer management

Requirements

· Happy to work in our small Cheltenham office a minimum of three days a week if full time, and work remotely including from home on other days, plus willingness to attend meetings elsewhere as necessary

· Commitment to the objectives of the charity

· Agreeable to attend local, national and possibly international events occasionally and carry out any other reasonable tasks asked of you

· Start date January 2026

To apply:

Please submit your CV and covering letter outlining your relevant experience and skills and including why you would like the position. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered for interview. Please include ‘Campaigns Assistant Job Application’ in your application.

Closing Date: Thursday 4th December 2025.   We may contact applicants selected for interview prior to the closing date.

Find out more about Naturewatch Foundation on our website and on our social media

Naturewatch Foundation is a charity registered in England and Wales 1039679

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and conscientious Corporate Appointee & Finance Officer to join our team.

This important role combines financial administration with the responsibility of acting as a corporate appointee or deputy, supporting vulnerable clients who are unable to manage their own financial affairs.

You will ensure that income such as welfare benefits and pension is received, bills are paid, and clients’ finances are carefully managed. You will use Xero accounting software to maintain accurate records and make secure online payments.

As part of our organisation, you will help ensure that some of the most vulnerable people in our community are supported to live safely and independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a corporate appointee or Deputy for clients in line with DWP requirements
• Receive and manage client income, ensuring rent, utilities and other bills are paid on time
• Process and reconcile financial transactions accurately using Xero
• Make secure online payments and manage client budgets
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records for audits and reports
• Communicate clearly with clients, families, staff and external agencies
• Handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly
• Follow all financial procedures, safeguarding policies and GDPR requirements
• Report discrepancies, safeguarding concerns or financial anomalies promptly
• Work collaboratively as part of the finance and support teams

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone with strong finance skills, accuracy and attention to detail who also has the interpersonal skills and patience needed to work with vulnerable individuals.

Person SpecificationEssential Skills and Experience

• Proven proficiency in Xero accounting or similar software
• Ability to process and reconcile online payments accurately
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills (GCSE level or equivalent)
• Confident using IT systems including spreadsheets, email and online portals
• Experience of working or living with vulnerable people in a supportive or professional capacity
• Good verbal and written communication skills – clear, respectful and professional
• Ability to manage sensitive personal and financial information confidentially
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Organised, with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines

Desirable Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of corporate appointeeship processes or DWP benefits
• Experience working in a charity, community or care organisation
• Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection

Personal Attributes

• Honest, reliable and professional
• Patient, empathetic and respectful
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Committed to fairness, inclusion and supporting vulnerable people

Why Join Us?

This role offers the chance to use your finance skills to make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable people. We provide:

• A supportive and friendly team environment
• Ongoing professional development
• The opportunity to combine finance work with meaningful social impact

The Philharmonia Orchestra is seeking a skilled and versatile Digital Media Editor and Coordinator to join its Marketing and Communications team. The ideal candidate will have at least two years’ experience in a similar role, strong editorial skills, and confidence using key digital media creation platforms.

This new role will play a key part in the orchestra’s digital-first strategy, supporting the creation, editing, and distribution of engaging content across web, social media, and other digital channels. Working closely with the Social Media & Content Manager and Senior Producer, the postholder will help bring the Philharmonia’s concerts and activities to audiences worldwide. Focused on short form, social-first content, this role requires someone with technical proficiency, excellent organisation and a flexible approach to content capture.

Although based at Head Office, the role involves frequent time out of the office with the Orchestra – whether in rehearsals, at concert venues, or on tour. No two weeks will be the same.

Key Responsibilities

Planning and implementation: 

• Work with the Social Media & Content Manager and Senior Producer to plan and deliver the Philharmonia’s short- and long-form digital content in line with marketing and organisational priorities

• Contribute to the orchestra’s digital-first marketing strategy by identifying opportunities for new and engaging content across platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok

• Take ownership of specific projects and tasks, ensuring deadlines are met and communication is clear and proactive

• Ensure that all content produced reflects Philharmonia’s visual identity, brand tone, and artistic standards, maintaining consistency across digital and print communications

• Support the effective use of data and analytics to inform decisions about content performance, reach, and audience engagement

• Keep abreast of developments in digital media production, editing software, and social trends, sharing insights and proposing improvements to processes and outputs

Key tasks:

• Edit video, audio, and imagery for web, social, and internal use, ensuring material is produced to a high standard and delivered to agreed timelines

• Assist with content capture at rehearsals, performances, and events, undertaking filming and on-site editing to enable timely release of digital content

• Create motion graphics, captions, and short-form edits tailored for specific social media platforms to maximise engagement and visibility

• Some ad hoc design for print and physical products (i.e. Philharmonia Records, Shopify products, donation boxes etc.)

• Provide light-touch coordination of content schedules and workflows between editors, producers, and departments to ensure smooth delivery and efficient handover of materials

• Support with the management and organisation of media assets using the Philharmonia’s content management and digital asset management systems, applying consistent metadata and archiving standards

• Support cross-departmental campaigns and contribute to the planning and delivery of wider marketing and communications projects

Collaboration:

• Act as an advocate for best practice in digital content creation and file management, encouraging high standards of quality, consistency, and accessibility

• Support and collaborate with colleagues across the Marketing and Communications team, offering technical advice and creative input where appropriate

• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and solutions-focused team culture that aligns with the Philharmonia’s mission and values

• Represent the Marketing and Communications team professionally at Philharmonia rehearsals, concerts, and events, demonstrating flexibility and enthusiasm for the Orchestra’s work

Skills and Qualifications

Essential:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role

• Strong video editing skills using the full Adobe suite

• Working knowledge of Photoshop and After Effects for basic graphics and animation

• Experience managing digital files and metadata within CMS or DAM systems

• Understanding of digital publishing platforms (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, etc.)

• A keen eye for visual storytelling and attention to detail

• Ability to work flexibly – including some evenings and weekends – to capture live content as it happens

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines

• Collaborative, adaptable, and proactive approach to teamwork

• A genuine interest in music, digital media, and the performing arts

Desirable:

• Experience filming in live event or performance environments

• Familiarity with orchestral or classical music settings

• Basic understanding of sound editing and colour correction

• Experience of working with a similar arts organisation

ABOUT EX CATHEDRA

Ex Cathedra is a world-class vocal ensemble that leads the choral sector in the fields of performance, learning and wellbeing. We believe everyone should be able to experience the remarkable physical, mental and emotional health benefits of singing together, and have opportunities to be inspired by extraordinary choral music. 

It is an exciting time to join Ex Cathedra. Over the next 2 years we will celebrate the legacy of founder Jeffrey Skidmore OBE and welcome a new artistic director. We are enjoying audience growth, our projects are being recognised at Award ceremonies, and we have recently recruited two new fundraising roles.

You would join a supportive, dedicated and financially literate team, working closely with the General Manager and the Director of Education & Participation. You will be an important part of the Ex Cathedra ‘family’ - musicians who deliver the highest quality performances and participatory experiences.

THE ROLE

We are excited to advertise this full-time Finance Manager vacancy (£37,500-£40,000). The role encompasses the financial operations of the charity - from purchase ledger and payroll to preparation of the management and statutory accounts and delivery of Board reports. In autumn 2024 we migrated to iplicit, with the potential to realise further efficiencies.

Full details are listed in the Application Pack. Key points include:

Key points include:

• Deliver the financial accounting process, including timely and accurate purchase ledger and sales ledger, processing payments accordingly
• Undertake bank reconciliations
• Monitor debtors and creditors 
• Process payroll and pensions
• Ensure statutory obligations and deadlines are met, including payments and reports to HMRC for PAYE & NI
• Prepare annual accounts and meet external audit requirements in accordance with current SORP
• Prepare creative tax relief claims
• Cashflow forecasts
• Prepare management accounts and reports for the Board of trustees and other financial reports that may be required
• Calculate and submit VAT returns
• Prepare financial documents for Arts Council England submissions
• Work with the team to ensure accurate project projections
• Drive improvements and efficiencies
• Support fundraising, including Gift Aid
• Act as Company Secretary
• Support the General Manager with insurance renewals

ABOUT YOU

We anticipate you will be part- or fully-qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA), and excited by the opportunity to have operational responsibility for the full financial processes of Ex Cathedra. You are the kind of person who is equally willing to support the strategic planning of the organisation and to roll up their sleeves to ensure sales invoices are raised and suppliers are paid efficiently.

Essential:

• Experience of working in a complex finance role, preparing statutory and management accounts
• Experience of owning/managing efficient finance processes and controls
• Highly proficient and confident with modern, cloud-based finance software, spreadsheets and other relevant software
• An understanding of partial exemption VAT
• Knowledge of charity SORP

Desirable:

• Recent experience of iplicit, charity SORP and partial exemption VAT would be very helpful
• Interest or experience of supporting strategic initiatives and developments

The successful candidate will demonstrate a track record of:

• Developing strong working relationships and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective time management and of being able to prioritise and plan
• Meticulous accuracy and attention to detail
• Inspiring confidence from colleagues across the organisation and at Board level
• Meeting deadlines

We welcome pre-application conversations if you would like to know more.

Thank you for your interest in this role - Peter & the team at Ex Cathedra.

We would also consider a part-time Finance Manager (3 days pw) with the appointment of a part-time Finance Coordinator (2 days pw). Please contact Peter Trethewey, General Manager, ahead of application if you would like to apply on this basis.

Battersea is entering an exciting phase of innovation and transformation as we embark on the first year of our new five-year strategy. Our fundraising team bridges the journey of the animals in our care with the wider public, demonstrating how their contributions enable us to support every dog and cat. We now have several new roles within this team to further our mission.

Within this role, you will manage and deliver Battersea’s Lottery & Lead Generation programme, maximising income and achieving budgeted targets and KPIs. You will be responsible for managing and motivating a team of three to deliver the programme effectively and professionally. You will also be responsible for managing the business-critical agency relationships key to the success of the programme.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources
• Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Acceptable use of AI:

At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.

To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.

Closing date: 8th December 2025

All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

Interview date(s): To be confirmed

For full details on the role, please download the recruitment pack.

Harris Hill is recruiting for a Full Time or Part Time Finance Manager for this well-established charity based near Gloucester. (Hybrid)

• Location: Near Gloucester
• Salary: £37.500pa
• Management: None
• Hours: 5 days a week or 4 days a week, is offered.
• Hybrid Working: 1 or 2 days a week working from home, would be acceptable (Mainly an office role)

The Finance Manager position is a standalone finance role, with responsibility for the day-to-day financial management of a charity’s affairs.

Key responsibilities

• Process and settle supplier invoices
• Manage and process charity payroll including interface with HMRC
• Preparation of month end management accounts for Trustees
• Assist with external audits
• Managing daily bank transactions, including reconciliation of multiple retail outlet takings
• Reporting and budgetary preparation
• Respond to financial queries via phone and email

Qualification and skills

• Proficiency in Xero accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Experience of managing payroll
• Experience of previously working within a charity environment would be of an advantage
• A part qualified accountant would be an advantage

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you!

We are looking for a Payroll Officer

Job Title: Payroll Officer
Location: Hammersmith/Hybrid
Department: Working in both the People Team and Finance Team
Reports To: People Manager (also working closely with Head of Finance)
Hours: 21 hours per week
Salary: £27,000 - £32,000 FTE

This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Advance are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with lived experience and those from marginalised or underrepresented communities.

This is a part-time role, offering flexibility that may suit individuals with caring responsibilities or other commitments. We welcome applications from those seeking a role that can fit around their life. That said, due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will be expected to schedule annual leave outside of key payroll processing periods, to ensure continuity and accuracy in payroll delivery.

About us

Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community.

We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies.

Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

About the role:

Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for precision and people?
We are seeking a Payroll Officer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in ensuring every payslip is accurate and delivered on time. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll process, working closely with our external payroll provider to ensure the accurate and timely payment of all employees each month.

You will process monthly payroll, including manual calculations for overtime, variable hours, complex work patterns, and compressed hours, while ensuring correct application of cost codes for payroll expenditure. The role involves administering statutory and company payments such as sick pay, maternity pay, and other relevant entitlements, as well as processing adjustments for new starters, leavers, promotions, and contract variations.

You will also play an important part in supporting the procurement and implementation of a new payroll provider and software, ensuring compliance with all pay-related legislation, HMRC regulations, and internal policies. The position includes managing pension scheme administration—covering auto-enrolment, contributions, and opt-out processes—and collaborating closely with both the People and Finance teams to maintain accurate employee data and ensure payroll costs are correctly recorded and reported.

Additionally, you will produce monthly payroll reports, assist with financial and audit requirements, and respond to employee payroll queries promptly and professionally. This is a varied role that also offers opportunities to contribute to ad hoc tasks and reporting projects as required by the business.
 

About You:

To be successful as the Payroll Officer you will need to demonstrate proven experience in payroll processing, ideally within a medium to large organisation, along with a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and statutory requirements. You should possess excellent numerical skills, with the ability to interpret data, perform accurate calculations, and apply sound financial understanding relevant to the position. A high level of accuracy and attention to detail is essential, as is the ability to manage confidential information with discretion.

It would be advantageous to have experience managing complex pay calculations such as compressed hours, overtime, and varying pay structures, as well as familiarity with pensions administration and HMRC reporting. Strong organisational and time management skills, together with proficiency in IT - particularly Excel - and experience using FMP or Staffology payroll software, would also be highly desirable,

How to apply:

Please submit your up-to-date CV with a supporting statement. Please note that only applications made via the job advert on the Advance careers page, and those that include a cover letter, will be considered.

Closing Date for Applications: 30 November 2025 @23:59PM

Interviews are taking place on a rolling basis

*Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate

What we can offer you - Employee Benefits:

A 35-hour working week (FTE)

An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!)

Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home

Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more

Pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/adoption provision

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

Employee eye-care scheme

Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles

Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation

Organisation wide away days

Thorough induction and training

Career development pathways

Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have additional needs, please email and the Talent AcquisitionTeam who will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs.

Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits.
 

Safeguarding
Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.

Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory DBS check.

You will support the work of the Trust Company and Synod in all matters of compliance with Company and Charity legislation, overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Trust and Synod offices. You will also have the lead in-house responsibility for ensuring that the Board is able to discharge its financial responsibilities in an informed and timely manner. You will work with the honorary Synod Treasurer in liaising with and supporting local churches in financial matters.

You will be based in the Trust Office in Southampton, visiting other locations across the Wessex area as needed. Flexibility is also required for attending occasional evening and weekend meetings.

Key Responsibilities: Company Secretary 

1. in consultation with the Trust Executive Officer and the Chair of the Board, convene and provide administration for annual general meetings (AGMs) and Board meetings, including: 
   • producing agendas
   • making all papers available to the Board in a timely manner 
   • taking minutes
   • conveying decisions 
   • handling meeting correspondence 
2. provide legal, financial and/or strategic advice to the Board during and outside of meetings, and more generally advise the Board on corporate governance matters 
3. keep up to date with regulatory or statutory changes and policies that might affect the organisation 
4. ensure that the Company’s policies are up to date and are approved 
5. communicate with external professionals involved in corporate governance, such as auditors 
6. implement processes or systems to help ensure good management of the organisation or compliance with legislation 
7. file all necessary documents with the Charity Commission and Companies House, including the Annual Report and Accounts 
8. inform the Charity Commission and Companies House of appointments and resignations of Trustee Directors 
9. take responsibility for HR and the health and safety of employees, including payroll in liaison with external consultants 
   • maintain Role Descriptions for staff 
   • ensure that the Company’s Employment Handbook and statutory employment policies are reviewed and updated annually 
10. manage the Company’s premises and facilities, including IT in liaison with external consultants 

Key Responsibilities: Deputy Treasurer 

1. in collaboration with the Synod Treasurer: 
   • ensure the Wessex Trust is managing the assets of the Synod in an appropriate manner and in accordance with its strategy and policies 
   • report on the Synod’s financial matters and budgets to the Synod Executive and Trust
   • ensure that policies, operations and priorities are in keeping with the aims of the Wessex Synod. 
   • participate in the Synod Executive’s regular review of the Wessex Synod’s governance structure 
   • attend relevant Assembly level meetings for matters of concern to Synod Treasurers 
   • liaise with the Treasurers of the 12 other Synods, with a particular focus on commitments to Inter-Synod Resource Sharing. 
2. manage the annual process to agree and deliver the overall contribution from the Synod to the United Reformed Church’s national Ministry and Mission Fund, or its successor 
3. develop and maintain a rolling 3-year projection of the Trust’s financial capacity 
4. participate in the appointment of the Trust Secretary and the Financial Accountant and participate in monitoring and evaluating their performance 
5. undertake line management responsibility for the Financial Accountant 
6. serve on the Investment Committee and assist in maintaining the Trust’s Investment and Reserves policies 
7. monitor changes in statutory financial requirements and ensure that relevant ones are implemented 
8. support the Trust Convener in the production of the Trustees’ Annual Report 
9. take overall responsibility in the staff team for work to prepare for and support the annual statutory audit 
10. lead the Trust’s response to the Audit Findings Report each year and prioritise responses.

Battersea is entering an exciting phase of innovation and transformation as we embark on our new five-year strategy. With increased investment in income generation from 2025, we are expanding our team to drive the growth necessary to achieve our organisational goals. Our fundraising team bridges the journey of the animals in our care with the wider public, demonstrating how their contributions enable us to support every dog and cat.

This is a new role working across Battersea’s Philanthropy, Partnerships and Commercial (PP&C) fundraising team, to help drive income growth and maintain strong funder relationships.

The primary focus of your work will be prospect identification and qualification for an upcoming capital campaign. This will include new major donor prospects and charitable Trusts that support capital projects.
You will also be responsible for undertaking due diligence on individuals, corporations and trusts that are supporting Battersea in order to inform our colleagues about potential financial and reputational risks, empowering them to make informed decisions about our partnerships.
You will be an integral part of the capital campaign, managing the prospect pipelines, tracking prospects as they move through the cultivation cycle and supporting the fundraisers with their cultivation. You will also write and contribute to event biographies for our Special Event program during particularly busy periods.
You will ensure that all research output is compliant with GDPR and will share data protection expertise with other team members.

What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 36 days of annual leave (inclusive of 8 days Bank Holiday leave allowance) per year for full time employees (pro-rated for part-time employees).
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes.
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
• Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution.
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Acceptable use of AI:
At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.

To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.

If you are successful to the interview stage of the recruitment process, we ask that you follow the below guidelines on the use of AI at interview stages:

Acceptable use:

• Researching sector trends, company information, or general interview tips.
• Practicing interview questions with AI tools to improve communication skills.
• Using AI to support with structuring your responses.

Please do not:

• Submit AI-generated responses as your own during the interview.
• Use AI to impersonate or misrepresent your experience or skills.
• Use AI tools during real-time interviews.

Closing date: 28th November 2025
All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

Interview date(s): Week commencing 8th December 2025

For full details on the role, please download the recruitment pack.

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