Supporter care assistant jobs in england

Ambitious about Autism is a national charity dedicated to supporting autistic children and young people. We champion their rights and create opportunities for them to thrive through specialist education services and award-winning employment programmes.

(Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position)

Are you ready for a role that's challenging, exciting and full of purpose?

In this role, you will be working on a 1:1 basis with autistic pupils, helping them access the curriculum while encouraging their independence and self-esteem through both classroom learning and community activities.

Position: Specialist Teaching Assistant

School: TreeHouse School, Muswell Hill, N10 3JA

Contract Type: Full time, Permanent (term time only role)

Hours: 8.45am – 4.35pm

Salary: £26,638 to £28,005 (paid across 52 weeks)

About the School:

TreeHouse School is a vibrant community where over 100 autistic children and young people (aged 4–19) learn and thrive. We provide specialist, intensive support tailored to individual needs, with a person-centred approach that puts the young person's voice at the heart of everything.

Join a passionate, skilled team that truly cares. You'll be supported, challenged, and valued as you help transform lives.

We offer:

• Varied, meaningful work with real impact

• Autism-specific training and ongoing development

• Strong leadership and a culture that prioritises wellbeing

• A career that makes a difference every day

Our benefits package is on our website.

Start date: October 2025 (however earlier start dates are available depending on notice periods)

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification. Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country. Our retail stores play a vital part in helping us achieve our mission by bringing in significant revenue generation, building awareness and engaging local communities.

Join our team and be part of a dynamic retail environment where your can-do attitude makes a real difference. We're looking for courageous individuals who take initiative, considerate team players who put customers first and trustworthy colleagues who take pride in what they do. If you thrive in a collaborative workplace and enjoy helping people, we'd love to hear from you.

As an Assistant Retail Manager, you will join an incredible team and support them to encourage sales, provide excellent customer service, and uphold the highest standards of stock presentation and store cleanliness. 

You will be responsible for:    

• Assisting the Retail Manager in maximising sales by maintaining high standards of display and layout, ensuring proper stock rotation, and securing realistic pricing on donated items. 

• Merchandising awareness and making sure you are keeping up to date with trends and competition. 

• Maximising Gift Aid income and oversee the proper display and administration of bought-in goods, ensuring minimal stock loss. 

• Customer engagement and leading by coaching volunteers and staff to have great conversations with every customer on" Rounding up" their purchase, making an "add donation" for our charity and signing up for our loyalty scheme.

• Engaging with the community to drive repeat custom, stock donation, volunteer recruitment and community involvement.

• Supporting the Retail Manager in recruiting and managing volunteers and ensuring all staff and volunteers are following Marie Curie procedures and guidelines. 

• In the absence of the Retail Manager, taking responsibility for the overall management and operation of the store.

Pharmacist Support, crowned Small Charity of the Year 2023 at the Association of Charitable Organisations Awards and recognised for excellence in workplace wellbeing at the 2024 Culture Pioneer Awards, is looking for a Senior Marketing & Communications Officer to join our dynamic team.

Who are we?

We’re the pharmacy profession’s independent charity, providing vital support to pharmacists, former pharmacists and pharmacy students. Over the last five years, we’ve undergone transformational change and are now gearing up to deliver our next five-year strategy, driven by our wellbeing-focused vision and mission.

What’s the role?

The Senior Marketing & Communications Officer will play a key role in delivering our marketing, communications and fundraising strategy. Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Senior Manager, you will:

• Develop and implement targeted marketing plans to promote our wellbeing focused services and grow awareness of our work.
• Lead the creation of compelling digital and print content, including video production and editing.
• Manage our social media channels, delivering engaging and impactful campaigns.
• Enhance our website’s content and functionality, using analytics to measure and improve performance.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to amplify our mission, strengthen relationships with supporters and foster new partnerships.
• Support press and media interactions, developing stories to highlight our impact.
• Contribute to wellbeing and fundraising campaigns to drive engagement and income.
• Support coordination and attendance at pharmacy events across the country.

What we’re looking for:

We’re seeking a creative and driven individual with:

• At least three years of experience in marketing and communications, ideally within the charity sector.
• Proven expertise in content creation, social media management and digital marketing tools.
• Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro) and design platforms like Canva and InDesign.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience in website management (e.g., WordPress) and data analysis to drive performance improvements.
• A passion for storytelling and generating media coverage to highlight impactful work.
• A commitment to our values—demonstrating passion for our mission, drive to promote wellbeing within the pharmacy sector, and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and volunteers.

Why work for us?

At Pharmacist Support, we take a holistic approach to reward and recognition, putting people at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is built on flexibility, inclusion and wellbeing, offering:

• A focus on physical, mental and financial wellbeing in alignment with our mission.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive, inclusive environment that values diversity and fosters collaboration.
• Flexible working arrangements to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

How to apply:

Ready to take on this exciting challenge? To apply, please complete the application form. CVs will not be accepted.

For an informal chat about the role, email us at the same address and we’ll arrange a conversation.

• Application deadline: 10am, 18th September 2025
• Interviews will take place on: 3rd October 2025 at our Manchester office.

Be part of something meaningful – join us and help shape the future of our charity!

Senior Events Officer

35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am–5pm (some evenings and weekends)

Permanent

Hybrid working – home-based and in Alton, Hampshire (two days a week)

£30,000–£34,000 (depending on experience)

About the Role

Are you passionate about creating unforgettable experiences? As our Senior Events Officer, you’ll take the lead in planning and delivering a portfolio of high-profile fundraising events that inspire, engage and make a real difference for kidney patients. From overseeing event logistics and marketing to managing budgets and nurturing supporter relationships, you’ll ensure every event runs smoothly and every supporter feels valued.

You’ll also mentor and guide either our Event Officer or Fundraising Assistant, helping to build a high-performing team that shares your passion for delivering outstanding events.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and love seeing your ideas come to life, this is the role for you.

Join an ambitious Fundraising team that has been growing non-legacy income 34% year-on-year since 2021

What You’ll Do

• Lead the planning, management, and delivery of a varied portfolio of fundraising and challenge events, for example: Cambridge Half Marathon | The Big Half | London Landmarks Half Marathon | Manchester Half Marathon | Virtual Challenges (Marathon May, October Dog Walk) | Great North Run | Cardiff Half Marathon | Do your own thing | plus other events as agreed
• Oversee event budgets, monitoring costs and ensuring financial targets are met.
• Line-manage, coach and support the Fundraising Assistant to ensure team success.
• Develop and implement marketing and recruitment strategies to maximise participation and income.
• Deliver exceptional supporter experiences, ensuring participants feel valued and inspired.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, agencies and partners.
• Ensure all events comply with health, safety, insurance and risk regulations.
• Evaluate event performance and produce insightful reports to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with colleagues across fundraising and communications teams for integrated campaigns.
• Keep up-to-date with market trends, exploring new opportunities for the charity.

What You’ll Bring

• A minimum of two years’ experience in a fundraising or events role, with a proven ability to deliver successful events.
• Proven experience in organising challenge events, using creativity and strategy to maximise participation and revenue.
• Line management experience, coaching and inspiring colleagues to reach their potential.
• Excellent project management skills – you can juggle multiple events and deadlines with ease.
• A creative flair for spotting opportunities, developing ideas and executing them flawlessly.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills – you know how to build lasting relationships.
• A passionate, energetic, and self-motivated approach to delivering excellent supporter experiences.
• Experience managing budgets and suppliers to ensure smooth event delivery.
• An eye for detail and a knack for problem-solving, keeping events running seamlessly.

Desirable:

• Experience with Beacon or other fundraising databases.
• Knowledge of fundraising regulations and data protection.
• Understanding of long-term or chronic health conditions.

Why Join Us?

Kidney Care UK is at the forefront of supporting people affected by kidney disease. By joining our events team, you’ll play a key role in helping us engage with supporters, raise vital funds, and make a tangible impact on people’s lives. Plus, you’ll get to work in a supportive, friendly and flexible environment where your ideas and creativity are celebrated.

Employee Benefits:

Opportunities to take on an apprenticeship: Fundraiser (level 3) - apprenticeship training course

Employee assistance programme | Generous annual leave | Pension | Cycle2Work scheme | Flexible working | Retail discounts | Family leave | Health cash plan

£28,000 - £30,450 per year

Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Hybrid working with regular travel to our London Bridge Office

What the job involves

We’re looking for a Healthcare Improvement Officer to join our Improvement Programmes Team and help us deliver exciting initiatives that support healthcare professionals to improve prostate cancer services across the UK. Examples of projects supported include work around establishing better Active Surveillance so that more men can avoid unnecessary radical treatment; work to restructure and make faster the diagnostic pathway; work to coordinate with primary care and support earlier diagnosis; new surgical procedures that spare men the burden of incontinence. You can read more about our work on our website.

As Healthcare Improvement Officer, you’ll play a central role in making sure our programmes run smoothly and have maximum impact. You’ll oversee on the logistics and delivery of events across the UK and online, from our Clinical Champions Programme and Clinical Advisory Group meetings to our annual healthcare professional conference. You’ll also oversee recruitment for programmes, manage databases and monitoring systems, and handle financial processes such as invoices and purchase orders, ensuring everything is delivered on time and to a high standard.

Your work will range from planning and scheduling programmes, to procuring resources, preparing materials and helping to facilitate sessions so that participants are fully supported in their learning. You’ll also contribute to quality improvement project development and coordination, working with teams across Prostate Cancer UK to share good practice and expand the reach of our initiatives.

Engagement will be a key part of your role, from maintaining webpages and digital channels to supporting our alumni network through newsletters, communications and opportunities for continued involvement. You’ll help manage our online Clinical Champions learning hub and, with training provided, will also have the chance to coach and mentor clinicians using Insights Discovery (a psychometric tool helping people understand their own and others' behavioural preferences and communication styles).

What we want from you

We’re looking for someone who’s highly organised, comfortable working with people and able to keep several projects moving at once. Strong communication skills are essential, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt your style to suit different audiences, from clinicians to colleagues across the organisation.

You’ll bring experience in event planning and support, along with project coordination, and you’ll be comfortable managing webpages and creating online content. The role involves building and maintaining strong relationships with a range of stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, colleagues and senior leaders, so collaboration will be second nature to you.

An understanding of the healthcare and/or charity sectors will be valuable, as will experience in presenting and facilitating discussions. You’ll also need excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively when things get busy.

Why work with us?
Every man needs to know about the most common cancer in men – prostate cancer. It’s a real and present danger that takes over 12,000 of our dads, grandads, brothers and friends each year.

Prostate Cancer UK is the largest men’s health charity in the UK. We have a simple ambition – to stop prostate cancer damaging lives. We invest millions in research to revolutionise testing, treatment and care. We’re blazing a trail to a screening programme that could save thousands of lives with regular, accurate tests for all men at risk. And we work tirelessly to spread the word about risk and offer specialist support to people living with the disease.

Work with us and you’ll see your efforts pay off as we give men and their families the power to navigate prostate cancer.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

At Prostate Cancer UK we’re committed to righting health inequalities across the UK, starting with those faced by Black men. This includes ground-breaking research into Black men's risk and working with communities directly to overcome barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. To make this happen, we're dedicated to being an inclusive, proactive organisation, as we strive to be Allies to Black communities. We’ll achieve this by advocating and working alongside those communities to promote change. We're also working to be Allies to each other, not only protected groups. In 2024, we launched our New Allyship Training Programme. All colleagues at Prostate Cancer UK will be trained to act and identify as an Ally.

We've also signed Business in the Communities Race at Work Charter, as a dedication to our Black health equity work and wider EDI priorities. As a signatory, we're responsible and accountable for driving positive change.

Ways of working

Our hybrid working approach combines the best of flexible working – a positive work/life balance, inclusive and accessible platforms, and online information at our fingertips.

Next steps
More information on what we offer, as well as the role, can be found on our vacancies page. Please download our job profile document (job description) with our ‘How to apply’ section sharing the key points to refer to in your application and to apply, please visit the website via the apply button.

The closing date is Sunday 28th September 2025.  Applications must be submitted by 23:45 UK time.

Interviews: By arrangement. Currently scheduled for the week of Monday 6th October 2025.

Prostate Cancer UK is a registered charity in England and Wales (1005541) and in Scotland (SC039332). Registered company number 02653887.

We are a dynamic charity which supports adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism and Mental Health. We operate two Learning Centres, Charity Shop and Café in Northampton, and we aspire for further growth within the West Northants area.

We place our service users at the centre of what we do and pride ourselves on their having a fulfilled happy time. Our ethos, our motive is their achievement.

We are recruiting a Head of Care Services to join our senior team and to play their part in the ongoing development of our activities, ensuring that we maintain high quality standards and a person-centred approach.  The ideal applicant will have experience in ensuring the care and wellbeing of individuals, ideally with learning disabilities, autism and mental health, including the preparation of the range of paperwork and audits covering all aspects of care in a Day Centre setting,

The postholder will have knowledge of managing staff and supporting them to achieve positive outcomes, experience of interacting with Social Services and Health professionals, knowledge of Safeguarding procedures and managing the minimising of risk, strong I.T and communication skills and ability to contribute as part of a team and on their own initiative.

A full clean U.K. driving licence and qualification in Health and Social Care are welcomed.

We value our staff team and are accredited by the Living Wage Foundation in paying all our staff on or above the Real Living Wage.

Please note we require a CV and a completed application form.

References and a full enhanced DBS check will be required.

Closing date for applications:  Tuesday 7th October 2025
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 13th October 2025,

Churches Conservation Trust (CCT) is the national charity caring for historic churches at risk. As the operator of the third largest heritage estate in charitable ownership in the UK, our 356 historic churches include examples of irreplaceable architecture, archaeology and art from 1,000 years of English history.

CCT has an international award-winning reputation in heritage conservation and regeneration. All churches in our care are listed, mostly Grade I and II*, and some are Scheduled Ancient Monuments.

Without our care, these buildings might have disappeared entirely. Instead, they are enjoyed as social, tourism, educational and cultural resources, kept open, in use, and living once again in the heart of their communities.

Overall job purpose

Sudbury Arts Centre is seeking a dedicated Hospitality & Facilities Assistant to support the smooth operation of our cafe/bar, to ensure the venue is clean and presentable, and to support setting up and breaking down of tables, chairs and staging on an event-by-event basis. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring that our cafe/bar runs efficiently during events, workshops, and other activities hosted at the Sudbury Arts Centre. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to meeting the needs of those using the cafe. The position includes working flexibly as required, including evening and weekends.

About Sudbury Arts Centre: Located in Sudbury, Sudbury Arts Centre hosts various events, exhibitions, workshops, and performances, fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment for the community. The Café/Bar is open to the public during the week and Saturdays, and additionally at events during other times.

We have recently published our TRUST values, which outline the behaviours and expectations that act as our foundations at CCT. We have attached the pack, outlining each value, which we will also be using as part of our shortlisting and interview process to find the right candidates that align with our values.

If you would like to apply for this role, please visit our recruitment portal to begin your application. You will be asked to submit a CV and a short supporting statement (max 2 sides A4) outlining why you’d like to apply and how you fulfil the person specification for this post, so you’ll need to refer to the job description.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 8am on Monday 15th September 2025.

The interviews will take place in Sudbury Arts Centre on Thursday 25th September 2025. Please note that the interview date and location have been specifically chosen according to the availability of the panel.

Please note: As part of our recruitment process, we undertake candidate psychometric testing, you will receive an email following your application submission asking you to complete a series of activities.

All successful applicants will be subject to a basic DBS, references and right to work checks.

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the job will be offered an interview.

If you have any queries about this role, or if you have a disability and wish to request a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.

We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are not a licensed sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to valid right to work in the UK being provided.

Learning Support Worker (1052)

At St. John's, we have been making a positive difference to the lives of young people for nearly 140 years. We are now looking for an amazing Learning Support Worker to support us in making that difference! Could that be you?

Why join our inclusive team?

St. John's is one of the largest employers in Brighton and Hove.

What can we offer you?

• Salary of £23,688
• 32-days paid holiday (plus bank holidays) - 32-days are taken outside of term time
• Fulfilling and meaningful work – make a difference!
• Career development plans that are tailored to you
• Discounts across businesses in the local community.

Who are we?

St. John's is a non-maintained specialist provision, working with autistic people, the majority of whom also have learning disabilities. Some of our learners have co-occurring conditions such as epilepsy, hearing or visual impairments, or mental health needs. We also support autistic learners who have an additional profile of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) syndrome. We have a team built up of support workers, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, nurses, PBS practitioners, assistant psychologists, and more, to support us in our holistic approach to development.

Each learner's curriculum is shaped by their individual strengths, interests, and challenges. St. John's is awarded with Autism Accreditation by the National Autistic Society (NAS). We support our learners to develop their skills in the NAS's four focus areas of:

• Difference in social communication and interaction
• Self-reliance and problem-solving
• Sensory
• Emotional Well-being

What are we looking for?

We've been doing this long enough to know that, whilst desirable, experience is not everything! Our amazing learning and development team and our passionate managers have coached people new to this field into support working roles. We know that if you have, the passion and desire to learn, and the want to empower others, you already have the foundations of an outstanding support worker. We are looking for drivers to support our young people to access the community, but having a licence isn't essential.

Sound like you? Then keep on reading!

What will you be doing?

• Supporting the young people in a classroom setting and during breaktimes
• Implementing the learner's behaviour support plan and risk assessment
• Working within a team of multidisciplinary professionals across the charity
• Tracking the progress of individuals and reporting to the teacher, care manager, and/or parents at review meetings.

Exciting opportunity? We think so! Click apply to start your journey as part of the St. John's College family as a Learning Support Worker

Please note that interviews will be arranged progressively as suitable applications are received. Early application is therefore advisable.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.

Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Documents

• Learning Support Worker- Recruitment Pack (2).pdf (2.46 MB)

Join Our Mission to Protect Wild Fish and Their Waters!

Are you passionate about making a real difference for aquatic wildlife? We'd love to hear from you!

WildFish is a charity committed to conserving wild fish and their precious aquatic habitats. We're excited to offer an opportunity for someone eager to develop their campaigning skills while creating meaningful change for water-dependent wildlife.

We're Looking For: Off the table Campaigns Assistant.

We're searching for an enthusiastic and well-organised Off the table Campaigns Assistant to join our dynamic campaigns team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to our high-impact campaigns as we enter an exciting new chapter in our work to address the environmental challenges posed by salmon farming. Off the table is a campaign asking chefs, diners and food lovers to stop serving and eating farmed salmon.

What We're Looking For:

• Someone with a genuine passion for protecting wild fish populations and aquatic environments, preferably living in Scotland!
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach
• Enthusiasm for learning and growing in the campaigning field
• Eager to amplify important environmental messages
• Experience in the hospitality sector (desirable)
• Experience in social media community management (desirable)

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting Our Community Outreach:
• Helping with the day-to-day admin that comes from our Off the table stakeholder outreach and community mobilisation efforts
• Support with planning, organising and running engaging events that bring people together to progress our campaigns

Your Daily Tasks Will Include:

• Campaign Administration: Managing email inquiries with care and maintaining our OTT directory and CRM systems
• Event Support: Handling the planning and logistics for both online and in-person events
• Community Connection: Reaching out to hospitality sector partners and community activists; social media community management,
• Desk-based research to identify chefs and restaurants to join the campaign
• Supporting WildFish with its broader campaigns and goals

What We'd Love You to Bring:

• Experience with project and time management
•  Strong communication skills - whether you're writing, speaking, or listening
• A background in customer service, supporter relations, or volunteer coordination
• Comfortable with updating websites and digital databases (don't worry, we'll support you!)

What You'll Gain:

You'll be supporting vital work that connects communities with conservation efforts, helping build a movement of people who care about protecting wild fish and their habitats.

We Celebrate You - Whoever You Are!

At WildFish, diverse perspectives make our conservation work stronger and more effective. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities in the conservation sector.

Here's the thing: If you're reading this and thinking "I don't tick every box, but I care about this work" - we want to hear from you! Your unique experiences, fresh ideas, and genuine passion for protecting aquatic environments matter more to us than a perfect match on paper. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work to protecting wild fish and their waters.

Ready to dive in and make waves for wildlife conservation? We can't wait to meet you - exactly as you are!

Do you have strong organisational, communication, and project management skills? The British Cardiovascular Society (BCS) is seeking a motivated and dynamic Women in Cardiology (WiC) Programme Manager to lead initiatives that support women working in cardiology and promote the specialty as a gender-inclusive, family-friendly and attainable career.

This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact on the profession by supporting women cardiologists, developing networks, and ensuring that cardiology is seen as a family-friendly and attainable specialty.

You will manage the WiC programme, supporting the WiC committee, regional representatives, and broader engagement with stakeholders. You will also play a vital role in events, conferences, webinars, publications, and campaigns. The role additionally supports the BCS Professional Society Values Committee, particularly around equality, diversity and inclusion.

Why join us?

• 35 Hour working week

• Hybrid / flexible working (Office is based in Fitzrovia Square, London)

• Pension scheme (defined contribution) with employer’s contribution of 7% (full time)

• Death in Service Benefit (3 x salary)

• Access to Employee Perks Scheme (through Perk box)

• Employment Assistance Programme

• Season ticket loan / Cycle to Work scheme following probation

• Eye Care vouchers

Closing date: 12pm 22nd September 2025

Interview date: 6th October 2025 

Community Fundraiser

(Maternity Cover – Temporary)

£29,217 per annum

37.5 hours per week

Predominantly Mon-Fri with some evening and weekend working

5 weeks holiday pay plus Bank Holidays, Pension Scheme, Staff referral scheme (earn extra pay every time you successfully refer someone), Employee Assistance Programme, including private GP access, Free roadside parking off site, Free DBS check.

Closing date for applicants: 15th September 2025

First interviews via Teams: 22nd September 2025

Second interviews: 1st October 2025

Would you like to work in a genuinely rewarding organisation?

Nottinghamshire Hospice lead the provision of compassionate, community palliative care to those who are dying in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire from a terminal or life limiting illness.  Our values are embedded throughout the organisation – Compassion, Trust and Ambition.

You’ll be responsible for developing and maintaining our growing community fundraising income stream by empowering and inspiring the community of Nottinghamshire to actively fundraise for Nottinghamshire Hospice.

Our focus is on giving supporters the tools and support to champion our organisation whilst having fun and making as much money as they can to support our patients.

The role will do this by focusing on;

· Increasing our presence and fundraising income from local communities.

· Growing and then maximising the income from supporters who choose to fundraise for Nottinghamshire Hospice.

· Storytelling and communicating the impact fundraising has on those we support

· Recruiting and supporting a team of volunteer community fundraisers.

· Recruiting event participants and supporting their fundraising activities and developing a Hospice events programme that focuses on return on investment.

This role requires an ambitious, self-motivated, and target-driven fundraiser who will form part of our vibrant and passionate fundraising team.

Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness they’re likely to die from.  

The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives.  

We are recruiting for a Fundraising Assistant to join our North Regional Fundraising Team.

Hours: 35 hours per week

Contract: Full-time Fixed-Term

Base: Newcastle Hospice

Salary: £22,222 - 24,350 per annum, pro rata

The Fundraising Assistant supports the Regional Community Fundraising Team by providing administrative and fundraising support. This role plays a key part in building and maintaining relationships with supporters, volunteers, and fundraising groups, ensuring excellent stewardship and service. Responsibilities include processing income, managing supporter records, coordinating public collections, and assisting with local fundraising initiatives. The post holder will be the first point of contact for supporters and will collaborate closely with internal teams and external community contacts to enhance fundraising efforts. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required.

• Previous experience with the public (in-person or over the phone) in a customer/supporter facing environment
• Experience or knowledge of the charity sector and/or fundraising (desired)
• Able to engage with supporters and families in support of their fundraising activities.
• Good verbal and written communication skills demonstrating a sensitive approach
• Good IT skills including Word processing, email and spread sheets and a working knowledge of databases
• Live within a commutable distance to the Newcastle Hospice

• Annual leave allowance 25 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
• Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave  
• Continuous Professional development  
• Industry leading training programmes  
• Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work  
• Defined contribution schemes for Pension   
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme  

• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems    
• Introduce a friend scheme  
• Help with eye care costs
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card   
• Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme   
• Life assurance – for all employees   

To view the job description, please click .

To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie. 

Advert closes: 24th September 2025

For more information or an informal chat please contact Kelly Knighting-Wykes on           

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to [email protected]

About the role

The Partnerships team is looking for a new member to join our team. You will be working with a variety of major trusts, foundations and statutory sources. This is an exciting opportunity that will enable you to develop your fundraising experience and skills whilst helping us to develop and deliver new initiatives.

Hybrid working with ability to travel to Twickenham Office and our Homes in High Wycombe, Solihull, Surbiton and Worthing.

You will be joining a values-led organisation working within our dedicated fundraising & marketing department. We are passionate about making a difference to the lives of the people we care for and ensuring they receive the care they need to live life to the full. We value our team and provide excellent training and benefits.

Purpose of the role

1. To generate funds from major trusts, foundations and statutory sources

2. Leading support for this area of fundraising for our Worthing Home

3. Contribute to overall mission to support veterans and their partners living with disabilities or dementia.

Income generation

• Research, identify, and secure income from major and local trusts, foundations and statutory sources that align with our organisational priorities.

• Write compelling and persuasive funding applications, ensuring all required information is accurate and wellpresented.

• Maximise income through both unrestricted and restricted funding opportunities.

• Work closely with the Partnerships Manager to implement the trusts and statutory fundraising strategy effectively.

Donor stewardship and communication

• Provide excellent stewardship to all funders, ensuring reporting and communication requirements are met timely and professionally.

• Maintain and nurture strong relationships with funding organisations and bodies to secure long-term support.

• Collaborate with colleagues to create impact reports and regular updates that bring our work to life 

Finance and administration

• Track and report on income progress against targets, ensuring accurate records are maintained in the CRM system (Donorfy).

• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with relevant legislation and guidelines, including GDPR and safeguarding regulations.

• Support the Partnerships Manager with administrative tasks linked to applications, reporting, and compliance.

Other

• Stay informed of changes in statutory and trust fundraising landscapes, sharing insights with the team.

• Contribute to broader fundraising projects as required.

Person specification

Experience of:

• Securing income (five-figure gifts min) from Trusts, foundations and statutory sources.

• Writing successful funding applications with proven income generation.

• Building and maintaining relationships with funders to support long-term income streams.

• Using fundraising CRMs, ideally Donorfy, to track income and manage relationships.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to craft compelling applications and impact reports.

• Strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.

• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Proficiency in IT, including Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and online research tools.

Personal characteristics:

• Passionate about supporting veterans and their partners living with disabilities or dementia.

• Enthusiastic, self-starting, and capable of working well independently.

• Collaborative team player who values respect and integrity.

Like us, you are motivated by a sense of purpose and care deeply for the wellbeing of our planet and the web of life, including humans. You share Gaia’s values: teamwork, kindness/ care, honesty, reciprocity and mutual respect. You believe in doing what’s right with care—not just what’s easy—and are committed to working together towards a common goal – willing to step in when necessary, beyond the call of duty.

If you care about making a difference and contributing to a supportive, values-led culture of care, we’d love to hear from you.