Supporter Development Coordinator Jobs in Birmingham
Location: Home based, or office based at Society Building, 8 All Saints Street, London N1, in line with NCVO’s flexible working policy or home working policy.
About NCVO
We are the charities charity. For over 100 years, NCVO has stood shoulder to shoulder with communities, championing and celebrating voluntary action.
Our membership is made up of over 17,000 voluntary organisations across England, from small, grassroots community groups and social enterprises, to large, far-reaching charities.
We believe that communities are strengthened by voluntary action. We therefore want charities to thrive and be empowered to deliver for people and communities.
About the Services and Partnerships directorate
This role sits within the Services and Partnerships team, which includes our Training, Consultancy, Membership, Practical Support and Fundraising and Partnerships teams. As a collective, this team generates significant unrestricted income for NCVO ensuring our vital support of charities across England is sustainable.
Our Practical Support team provide an essential lifeline to charities, giving guidance and support on issues that affect charities such as Governance, Fundraising, Finance and Volunteer Management.
Being in the Services and Partnerships team enables us to have sectoral impact, supporting charities to thrive. We strive for sectoral excellence, putting charities and their needs at the centre of what we do.
About the Partnerships and Fundraising team
Our Partnerships and Fundraising teamwork in collaboration with funders, corporates and the sector to ensure we are offering support where it is needed. From our Trusted Supplier portfolio and strategic partners to our grant funders, we strive for outstanding relationship management.
As a key team within NCVO, we work cross-organisationally with our Voice and Impact Team, Membership Team, Practical Support Team and Training Team making sure our partnerships and funded work is of the highest standard.
In a recent pulse survey, 88% of staff reported that they believe ‘My manager genuinely cares about my wellbeing’, showing our managers care about the support and development of their teams. The survey also showed that 82% of staff reported ‘We are genuinely supported if we choose to make use of flexible working arrangements’ showing NCVO to be a flexible employer.
About the role
This role has three aims;
- Pro-actively create sector-leading partnerships across our sponsorship and advertising opportunities, which positively impact the voluntary sector.
- Contribute towards growing and maintaining our income streams by meeting specific income targets, enabling NCVO to deliver support for the sector.
- Using our CRM and making recommendations to the partnerships team to ensure outstanding service for our partners and funders.
This contributes directly to income generation by securing sponsors and partners, as well as ensuring operational excellence across our partnership management. This role is responsible for overseeing the delivery and growth of NCVO’s Service Directory, ensuring it grows into a key source of income for the organisation.The postholder will play a crucial role in achieving and expanding the team’s income targets of £1m+, with scope for further growth. Key responsibilities include leading the development of the Service Directory, managing advertising, sponsorship and corporate partnership relationships, and ensuring effective coordination across activities. Strong data management and reporting skills are essential to support informed decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
NCVO is fully committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in our sector. We want this to be reflected in the diversity of the people who work for us and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and identities. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups in the voluntary sector and those with diverse, lived experience. As part of our commitment to employing disabled people, all disabled candidates who meet the minimum requirement for all competencies on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview.
If you have access needs or require reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a pre-interview task and will have one week to complete the exercise. Interview questions will be shared in advance.
NCVO is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone. Charity No. 225922.
Benefits for NCVO employees
NCVO offers attractive benefits including:
- 25 days’ annual leave (for full time staff and pro-rata for part-time staff) and office closure between 25 December and 1 January inclusive. After three years' service annual holiday increases to 27 days, and after five years to 30 days, (pro rata for part time staff)
- the option to purchase or sell up to five more days each year
- five days’ volunteering leave (pro rata for part-time staff)
- 2.5 extra ‘wellbeing’ days off during the year
- enhanced pay for sick/maternity/adoption leave
- subsidised gym membership
- season ticket loan
- flexible working, including opportunities to work from home/off site
- monthly homeworking allowance for permanent homeworkers
- monthly office worker allowance for those who have to work from the office on a daily basis
- generous employer pension contribution of up to 8.5% of salary, into our stakeholder pension scheme (linked to employee contribution)
- training and development opportunities.
- The opportunity to join Hospital Saturday Fund health cash plan for free at the basic level of cover, or at a reduced rate for other levels of cover
- 24-hour free and confidential employee assistance programme
We’re located a short walk from London King’s Cross station in a modern accessible building, overlooking Regent’s canal.
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Hybrid working – Within commuting distance of Redcar, Doncaster, Blackburn, Birmingham, London, Bradford, Bristol or Liverpool
We are seeking a motivated, creative and enthusiastic Digital and Communications Coordinator to join our national Partnerships Team.
The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed teacher education and is on a mission to improve the quality of teacher and leader development across the system. Our programmes are designed by teachers and leaders who understand the joys and pressures of school life. We work in collaboration with schools across the country, ensuring that our findings benefit all schools, teachers and leaders.
The Partnerships team is responsible for the marketing, communication and recruitment of all our programmes nationally.
About the role
The Digital and Communications Coordinator plays a pivotal role in managing and enhancing the digital presence of the National Institute of Teaching. You will be responsible for maintaining the content management system (CMS) on our website, optimising search engine visibility through SEO best practices, and engaging with our audience through scheduling and managing social media content across various platforms.
Additionally, you will analyse and report on web and social media analytics to inform strategy and improve online engagement. This is a hybrid role, and it is anticipated that the postholder will work on campus one day per fortnight. We offer flexible working and would consider part-time hours for the right candidate.
As Digital and Communications Coordinator, you will:
- Manage and update the CMS for the National Institute of Teaching’s website, ensuring content is current, relevant, and user-friendly.
- Implement SEO strategies to increase the website’s visibility and ranking on search engines.
- Schedule and publish content across social media platforms, aligning with the Institute’s content calendar and strategic goals.
- Oversee the management of social media accounts, engaging with the audience and fostering a positive community.
- Monitor and report on website and social media analytics, providing insights and recommendations for enhancing digital engagement.
- Support the production of email newsletters via Microsoft Dynamics.
- Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to support the overall strategy and initiatives.
We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities.
Key benefits:
- Highly competitive pay and pay progression opportunities.
- Flexible start and end working times.
- Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working.
- At least 27 days’ holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays) rising to 33 days after five years’ service.
- Entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- A stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of like-minded professionals.
- Excellent opportunities to develop your skills and experience and to progress your career.
For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page.
Closing date: 6 April 2025.
This post requires a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) with a Children’s Barred List Check, and an Occupational Health Check is required as a condition of employment.
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Support Coordinator
We’re looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Services, based in the Morecambe Bay area.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following a stroke.
Position: S11246 Stroke Support Coordinator
Location: Home-based, Morecambe Bay. However, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (will include team meetings, other work related meetings and home visits)
Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week
Salary: Circa £21,391 per annum
Contract: This is a fixed-term contract for 12 months. Our services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2028.
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 30 March 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Interview Date: 7 April 2025
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes.
The Stroke Support Coordinator will:
• Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community.
• Provide personalised information, advice and support.
• Support stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes to live well after stroke.
• Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues and other areas of the community to make a difference in the lives of people affected by stroke.
About You
You will:
• Have a background in a caring and/or charity profession supporting people with disabilities.
• Be able to demonstrate previous experience of working collaboratively with other organisations to achieve joint ambitions.
• Have experience of working with people who may have additional communication support needs.
• Have the ability to use basic Microsoft system.
This role requires the post holder to travel across the locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement.
Finding strength through support
The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.
They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.
It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support.
The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity.
The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work.
A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.
You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Support Coordinator
We’re looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Services based in the Pennine Lancs area.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following a stroke.
Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.
Position: S11256 Stroke Support Coordinator
Location: Home- based in Pennine Lancashire, however, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work related meetings)
Hours: Part-time, 24 hours per week
Salary: £18,335.98 per annum
Contract: This is a fixed term contract for 12 months from start date. Services are contracted and there is currently funding for this contract until 31st March 2028.
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 20 April 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Interview Date: Week commencing 28 April 2025
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes.
The Stroke Support Coordinator will:
• Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community.
• Provide personalised information, advice and support.
• Support stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes, which will help them to prevent further strokes.
• Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues and other areas of the community to make a difference in the lives of people affected by stroke.
About You
You will have experience in:
• Experience/ background in a caring profession, ideally supporting people with disabilities
• Excellent IT skills and an ability to maintain accurate records.
• An affinity with the values of the Association.
• A flexible approach and an ability to effectively manage a caseload.
This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement.
Finding strength through support
The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.
They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.
It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support.
The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity.
The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work.
A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.
You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Support Coordinator
This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following stroke. We are looking for an innovative, passionate, and professional individual with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Service based in Hertfordshire.
Position: S11253 Stroke Support Coordinator
Location: Home-based, Hertfordshire, however frequent travel will be required as part of this role (to include team meetings or other work-related meetings)
Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week
Salary: £21,391 per annum (FTE £26,700 per annum)
Contract: Services are contracted and there is currently funding for this contract until 31 March 2026.
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 6 April 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Interview Date: 14 April 2025
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
Reporting to the Service Delivery Coach in the East of England, you will have the ability to support stroke survivors to identify their goals. Using strong assessment skills and a person-centred approach enabling them to maximise their recovery and improve communication.
Key responsibilities will include:
• Supporting new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community.
• Supporting a diverse caseload including anyone experiencing communication difficulties via a combination of face-to-face visits or meetings, telephone calls, emails or letters, and digital methods (such as video calls)
• Providing personalised information, advice and support.
• Enabling stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes.
• Working with other health and social care professionals across the stroke pathway to ensure high quality support.
About You
You will have experience in:
• Experience/ background in a caring profession, ideally supporting people with disabilities
• Excellent IT skills and an ability to maintain accurate records.
• An affinity with the values of the Association.
• A flexible approach and an ability to effectively manage a caseload.
This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement.
Finding strength through support
The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.
They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.
It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support.
The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity.
The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work.
A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.
You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation
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At the Adult Literacy Trust (ALT) we believe that literacy is a right, not a privilege, and we want everyone to have the chance to reap the benefits of this crucial life skill. We know how invaluable literacy is in changing learners’ lives, improving their life chances, employability, health and wellbeing.
ALT partners with adult education providers in some of London’s most deprived areas to offer our services to those who could benefit most from our support. Our approach is learner-led and focuses on helping adult learners to feel supported, empowered and confident in their literacy development.
Founded in 2021, ALT is a young but ambitious charity and we’re looking for an organised, dedicated, and ambitious Recruitment Coordinator who will be at the very heart of delivering our growing service. As Recruitment Coordinator, you’ll coordinate our volunteer recruitment programme and steward applicants through our processes to become fully onboarded volunteers, ready to support adult learners.
Position: Recruitment Coordinator
Location: Remote/home-working with regular in-person work across London as required (varies according to time of year but an average of once per week, reasonable travel expenses covered)
Hours: 21 hours per week. Either three full days per week or four/five shorter days per week.
Contract: 1 year contractor position (subject to extension), £38,000pa pro rata (0.6 FTE)
Your primary responsibilities as Recruitment Coordinator
· You’ll be responsible for coordinating & implementing ALT’s volunteer recruitment programme
· You’ll work to ensure a robust pipeline of volunteer applicants to support our growing programme
· You’ll foster connections with community partners to ensure ALT’s volunteer opportunities are visible within the communities where we work
· You’ll be a welcoming and professional first point of contact for volunteer applicants
· You’ll support all volunteers through the application, training and onboarding process
· You’ll work to foster a strong and vibrant volunteer community, coordinating an annual calendar of volunteer events and leading the organisation of volunteer socials
· You’ll support with learner recruitment as needed
This role is for you if:
· You have a genuine passion for our mission, and want to help break the cycle of poor literacy
· You are warm, approachable, and eager to support volunteers and adult learners alike
· You are pro-active, responsive, and able to work under your own initiative
· You have experience of recruiting and coordinating volunteers
· You communicate clearly and concisely and can build rapport with people at all levels
· You are detail-orientated
· You are organised and can work independently to tight deadlines
· You want to join a small team and help grow the ALT programme as we expand across London
Essential criteria:
· You are London-based (or within a commutable distance to attend frequent in-person activity)
· You are comfortable working principally home-based
How to apply
If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please submit a CV and a Supporting Statement (of no more than one side of A4) demonstrating your suitability for the role and outlining why you would like to work for the Adult Literacy Trust. Please note that we are only accepting applications via Charity Jobs.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 6th April. Candidates should be available for first round interviews on either the 14th and 15th April. We welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds, and we are happy to make reasonable adjustments. If you need any support with your application, please contact our team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Hybrid role – with requirement to attend Birmingham office on a regular basis
As Senior Volunteer Coordinator every day is different - from offering guidance and advice to volunteer managers, to developing new training opportunities and attending events to promote volunteering across Aquarius services - you will certainly be kept busy. Organisation and time management is key as you’ll manage all elements of volunteering and monitor and evaluate volunteering data across the organisation.
You will play an active role in someone’s volunteering journey, from recruitment and ongoing support, to matching them to the right role. You will be key in ensuring that individuals have the right skills and training to thrive as volunteers with Aquarius. It is a highly rewarding role which relies on consistent communication and the ability to motivate others.
Aquarius is a charity that helps people and communities overcome the harm caused by alcohol, drugs and gambling. Right now, we’re looking for a self-confident and energetic individual with a good understanding of these issues to play a key part in developing and supporting all volunteer programmes across Aquarius services.
You will:
- Work with the Participation Development Officer, supporting the key aspects of the Group Volunteer Strategy
- Coordinate and support the development and delivery of volunteer programmes, and support local services with recruitment, support and management of volunteers – including establishing a pathway with local universities
- Develop and deliver volunteer training across the organisation, and also support engagement with the ANCHOR group and young people’s steering groups to help promote co-production and ensure that empowerment is implemented across the organisation.
To succeed, you’ll need
- Significant experience of achieving results in a similar role – backed by high levels of commitment to our work, to the Recovery Agenda, equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice, and the importance of mutual aid.
- Experience of working with volunteers which will include effective engagement, as well as recruitment, support and management
- An understanding of the functional approach to substance misuse, and will have demonstrated your ability to develop and deliver training programmes
- The ability to work well on your own initiative, prioritising, planning and managing your own workload, as well as the flexibility and all-round people skills to contribute as part of a friendly team
- The ability to communicate clearly and with sensitivity, in writing, face-to-face or on the telephone, with people at all levels and from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds.
- Excellent IT skills, with knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Access and the ability to produce clear and concise reports
- A willingness to travel, occasionally nationally, as well as to work evenings and weekends if required.
In return, we offer a range of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities and Career Progression
- Generous Contributory Pension scheme
An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.
We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or anyone from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic group.
This is a rolling recruitment process; shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply.
Aquarius Action Projects is a long-established charity (since 1982) based in Birmingham with a national reach of contracts and Partnerships. Aquarius is a subsidiary of Waythrough – a large charity that specialises in mental health, alcohol, drugs and related areas.
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Why work for Kids Matter?
- Generous annual leave – 25 days (plus bank holidays) per year pro rata, with time off between Christmas and New Year's additional to this allowance.
- Remote working contribution – receive £26/month pro rata towards the costs of working from home and/or using a co-working space.
- Access to coaching sessions, training opportunities and our Employee Assistance Programme (a confidential support service for staff).
- Flexible working across weekdays to suit your schedule.
About us
Kids Matter is one of the UK’s fastest growing children’s charities.
Our vision is to see every child in need raised in a strong family. Our mission is to reduce the impact of poverty on children through community-based parenting programmes.
Research shows that group-based early intervention parenting groups are the most effective way to support children in need. We train peer facilitators in local churches - the largest voluntary body in the country - to run our affordable, accessible and highly effective parenting programmes, written by Clinical Psychologists. They come alongside parents and carers, building long-lasting community in addition to encouraging confidence and learning positive parenting skills.
We value difference and diversity, and we want our workplace to be built on shared values of equality and mutual trust, with team members representing the wide range of backgrounds and experiences that exist within the UK. We therefore actively encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds and varied experiences, particularly those who are African, Afro-Caribbean, Asian or part of other minority ethnic communities, who have lived experience of the impact of low-income/low-support circumstances, and who are living with a disability or identify as being neurodivergent.
About the role
The purpose of the Fundraising Coordinator/Small Grant Writer role is to act as administrator and coordinator for all aspects of the Fundraising team, as well as working with the Head of Fundraising to research, compose and submit small grant applications (up to £10,000) using skilled writing techniques and knowledge of the culture, programmes and language of Kids Matter.
The Fundraising Coordinator/Small Grant Writer role involves:
- Supporting the Head of Fundraising in providing dedicated donor care and communications through the management, oversight and actioning of the donor thanking process ensuring all financial gifts no matter how large or small are acknowledged and thanked appropriately.
- Collaborating with the Finance Manager and Operations Administrator to ensure that all incoming donations are correctly identified, communicated and recorded in Kids Matter’s CRM system.
- Liaising with the Communications team to provide administrative support for the fundraising elements of campaign initiatives.
- Taking minutes at all fundraising meetings and distribute/action as necessary to the team.
- In conjunction with the Head of Fundraising, researching new small grant funding opportunities. Writing and submitting subsequent grant applications in a professional and timely manner.
- In conjunction with the Head of Fundraising and utilising knowledge of existing donor and grant income and potential grant opportunities, helping to plan future years’ funding pipeline strategy.
About you
Do you have excellent administration skills? Do you love writing? Can you work well in a team? Are you a Christian with an active faith in Jesus? Do you have a passion for Kids Matter’s vision of seeing every child in need raised in a strong family?
Then we would love to hear from you!
How to apply
You can apply for the Fundraising Coordinator/Small Grant Writer position by clicking ‘Apply via Website’ and completing a copy of our online application form.
The deadline for applications is 4pm on Monday 31st March. All successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified by email.
We also ask for all applicants to submit an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, which will be sent to you to complete following the submission of your application. This form will be used for anonymous analysis to ensure our overall recruitment procedures are fair and transparent. It will never be viewed or used as part of the selection process. It is optional to submit this form.
If you would like any application/interview support or you need any reasonable adjustments throughout the application process, or if you would like an informal phone call to ask questions or discuss the role, please contact Katie Washington (HR & Systems Coordinator).
Please see the job pack for more details on the role and application process.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
We exist to reduce the impact of poverty on children in need across the UK.
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WE’RE HIRING!
Reach is looking for an enthusiastic individual with lived experience (individual, parent/carer, relative or friend) of Upper Limb Difference to join our team as the 18-25 Retreat & Mentorship Programme Coordinator.
This exciting new role will play a vital part in delivering a transformative experience for our young adult members.
You will be a key figure in creating a supportive and inspiring environment where young people can connect, grow, and thrive. In this role you will be working from home, the role involves some travel to project and charity events and meetings, Reach charity will cover your expenses.
THE ROLE:
The role is 1 day a week 3-year fixed term contract 2025-2028 (£30,950 FT equivalent). You can work remotely and flexibly for most of the year.
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ABOUT REACH:
Reach Charity Ltd empowers individuals with Upper Limb Difference through support, advocacy, and community. We believe in the power of peer support and strive to create inclusive and empowering experiences for our members.
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Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Hours: Part-time 29 hours per week worked over four days, between the hours of 8am–6pm
Contract length: Permanent
Salary: £20,800 (£26,000 FTE)
Location: To cover the Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire and Thames Valley area – candidates must live in the Thames Valley.
Working pattern: Remote work with frequent travel required. You will be expected to deliver a face-to-face service to clients in their own home or safe meeting place within the South and Central area.
Deadline for applications: 4th April 2025 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications)
Interviews to be conducted: Mid April
Start date in role: Late May / early June
Rare opportunity: Help those affected by road crashes and create lasting change with Brake, the renowned road safety charity.
Who we are: Brake has been supporting victims of road carnage since 1995, and we're on a mission to prevent future collisions. Every 20 minutes, someone is killed or seriously injured on our roads, impacting lives profoundly.
Join our team: We're expanding our National Road Victim Service and need a dedicated caseworker to join our dynamic, compassionate team. Your role will involve delivering world-class support services to those at their most vulnerable.
Not your average job: This isn't a 9 to 5. You could play a significant part in rolling out trauma-informed support services nationwide. Make a real difference in the lives of those affected by road crashes.
What we offer:
- A generous 35 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and 3-day shutdown period between Christmas and New Year, pro-rata for part-time working patterns)
- Birthday day off
- Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave
- Death in service benefit
- Pension
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Flexible working
- A rewarding role with purpose
- Be part of a skilled, friendly team with an engaged Board of Trustees
Who you are: We need passionate, self-starters with a background in providing high-quality emotional support and advocacy. Your experience in roles within the police, criminal justice, counselling, caseworker or health and social care sectors could make you an ideal candidate.
Specifically seeking candidates with:
- frontline support service experience
- a full, clean UK driving licence, access to your own transport and are willing to use it for work purposes (we reimburse travelling expenses)
- Candidates must be resident in the Thames Valley area
- experience supporting people who have suffered sudden bereavement or working with those with heightened vulnerabilities.
- research and advocacy skills – you will reach out to other organisations to support your cases where required
- competent IT skills for remote work
Join our mission: Your greatest reward will be knowing you've made a positive difference in someone's recovery from psychological trauma.
About us: Brake is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We welcome your application whatever your background or situation. We particularly welcome applications from those who are part of the global majority, the LGBTQIA+ community or disabled. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. We don’t want you to ‘fit’ our culture, we want you to enrich it. So, if you have a passion for making a difference and share in our vision for a world where no one is killed on our roads, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now: If you're up for a new challenge and have the skills, apply now.
Not for traffic offenders: Due to the nature of our work we can't accept applications from traffic offenders. Candidates will be asked to disclose whether they have any unspent points on their licence at interview.
A DBS check is required due to the sensitive nature of our service.
Join us today and be part of the solution!
Registered Charity
51 - 100
We work to stop road deaths and injuries, support people affected by road crashes and campaign for safe and healthy mobility for all.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Reading Strategy Coordinator - HMP Hewell
Location: Redditch
Salary: £28,274 per annum
Hours: Full time (35 hours per week)
Department: Prison delivery
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
Do you want to join an organisation committed to addressing illiteracy amongst people in prison?
Shannon Trust are delighted to be working with His Majesty’s Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) and G4S to provide peer-led literacy and numeracy programmes across a number of prisons. We now have the opportunity to provide a service at HMP Hewell. Working closely with the prison and their staff, people in prison, Shannon Trust Team Members, this is an exciting role leading on the delivery and development of creative and exciting literacy initiatives and an ambitious Reading Strategy at HMP Hewell, maximising opportunities for people in prison to learn to read.
Ideally you will have some experience of prison settings underpinned by the ability to build relationships and personal qualities that include resilience, determination and a problem-solving approach.
This role will be prison-based. Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme. The biggest benefit though is our culture – our people really want to work for the organisation.
We welcome job applications from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and do not routinely ask for details of any criminal convictions. These roles do require prison security clearance, so we will need to ask for details of any relevant criminal convictions before an offer of employment is finalised.
Interviews are planned for the 31st March 2025.
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About the Advocacy & Support Manager role
You will join a team managing Galop’s specialist advocacy services, providing support to LGBT victims and survivors of abuse and violence in the UK. This role holds the responsibility of the National advocacy & support team, you will be responsible for the line management and operational management of the advocacy & support service across the UK. You will work within the advocacy management team to deliver advice, support, and advocacy to thousands of LGBT victims and survivors of interpersonal abuse and violence each year.
You will remotely manage a team of specialist advocates and caseworkers that are based across the UK, providing needs-led support, information and advocacy to LGBT survivors of a range of violence and abuse. You will work with the Head of Advocacy and Support and other Advocacy and Support managers to ensure that survivors have access to timely, tailored support, while maintaining a high quality, consistent service, with a specific focus on remote support.
You will have an in depth understanding of violence and abuse that LGBT people are subjected to, including the causes, impact and barriers to accessing services. You will use your expertise to represent Galop with key stakeholders, advocating for the needs of the community and acting as a key Galop representative within a national landscape.
You will be responsible for ensuring that data collected about the service is consistent, thorough and appropriate in order to use for reporting, bid writing and evidencing the service provision offered. You will develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and ensure that the service is effectively demonstrating its impact. You will work with the Head of Advocacy and Director of Services to develop bids for new or continued funding for frontline services.
For more information on this role please download the attached job description.
Location: This is a remote post, working from home. The role will include travel to our London building and occasional travel across the UK.
Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent
Line manages: Advocates and caseworkers
Reports to: Head of Advocacy and Support
Salary: £36,590.97 - £39,743.06
Closing Date
Applications should be submitted by 10:00am on 1st April
First round interviews will be held 10th April
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Reporting to the Head of Fundraising and Engagement, this key leadership role will be pivotal in developing and implementing strategies across events, community initiatives, challenge events, individual giving, and appeals. As Senior Mass Fundraising Lead, you will grow income, foster long-term supporter relationships, and secure vital unrestricted funds to support children and families affected by neuroblastoma.
The successful postholder will lead our mass fundraising efforts to ensure they are high-impact, supporter-focused, and aligned with the charity’s mission. Whether it’s delivering memorable fundraising events, growing challenge participation, or developing and strengthening individual giving programmes, your work will play a crucial role in achieving ambitious income targets to make a meaningful difference in the fight against childhood cancer.
Who are we looking for?
We seek a dynamic and strategic mass fundraising professional with a strong track record of developing and delivering successful fundraising strategies across multiple income streams.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Extensive experience in mass fundraising – including events, community fundraising, challenge events, and individual giving.
- Proven success in developing and executing fundraising strategies to achieve ambitious income targets.
- Strong leadership skills – with the ability to inspire, manage, and develop a high-performing team.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities – effectively engaging donors, supporters, and stakeholders.
- A data-driven and innovative mindset, with experience using CRM systems to optimise fundraising strategies.
See our Recruitment Pack for the full role description and specification and for more information about Solving Kids' Cancer UK.
Location: Home-based within England with regular travel to London and elsewhere in the UK as required
First stage interviews: Wednesday 23rd April 2025
Second stage interviews: Tuesday 29th April 2025
As a safeguarding charity whose work and practice are underpinned by safeguarding principles to protect children and young people and enhance their welfare, we always work in accordance with legislation, statutory guidance, and best safeguarding practices. All our roles require a basic criminal record check.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
Our vision is a future where no child dies of the childhood cancer neuroblastoma or suffers due to the treatment they receive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Reporting to, and working closely with, the Head of Fundraising and Engagement, the Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Lead will shape and implement innovative strategies, driving growth in philanthropic giving, secure corporate partnerships and obtain critical funding. With a focus on cultivating mutually beneficial, long-term relationships, you’ll craft compelling proposals, develop tailored stewardship plans, and create sponsorship opportunities that inspire ongoing support.
You’ll lead the way in securing multi-year corporate partnerships and nurturing donor relationships to meet ambitious income targets. As a key player in the senior fundraising team, you’ll contribute to strategic planning, represent the charity at events, and champion new approaches to fundraising.
With our newly formed Development Board, the Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Lead will identify and utilise key networks to grow our philanthropic supporter base across corporate and major donor income streams. With strong writing skills, this person will also craft tailored and compelling corporate proposals and trust and foundation applications.
Who are we looking for?
To support our vision and ensure the achievement of ambitious income targets to support children and families affected by neuroblastoma, we are looking for a strategic and results-driven high-value fundraiser to join our team.
We are particularly keen to speak with interested candidates who enjoy cultivating high-value relationships from scratch and stewarding five- and six-figure corporate partnerships, and/or major donor relationships.
Person specification:
- Strategic thinker with significant experience of developing strategic plans to grow and optimise high-value fundraising.
- Expert knowledge of philanthropy fundraising methodology and current philanthropic trends.
- Experience writing successful five/six-figure high-value proposals to corporates and trusts and foundations.
- Good planning and organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple activities with conflicting demands and meet deadlines.
- Proven ability to motivate and influence others.
- Demonstrable success in stewarding supporters/donors, corporate partners, and trusts and foundations.
See our Recruitment Pack for the full role description and specification and for information about Solving Kids' Cancer UK.
Location: Home-based within England with regular travel to London and elsewhere in the UK as required
First stage interviews: Tuesday 22nd April 2025
Second stage interviews: Tuesday 29th April 2025
As a safeguarding charity whose work and practice are underpinned by safeguarding principles to protect children and young people and enhance their welfare, we always work in accordance with legislation, statutory guidance, and best safeguarding practices. All our roles require a basic criminal record check.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
Our vision is a future where no child dies of the childhood cancer neuroblastoma or suffers due to the treatment they receive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Move 8 Week Young People’s Programme has experienced remarkable growth, with referrals increasing by 109% between 2021/22 and 2023/24. To meet the growing demand while maintaining high standards, we are recruiting a Cancer Rehab Specialist Lead.
This role is critical to overseeing the delivery, development, and impact of the MOVE 8 Week Young People's Programme. As the team lead, you will manage Cancer Rehab Specialists and a team of freelancers. You'll aslso be working in collaboration with your line manager to drive innovation, patnerships, and excellence and have your own caseload of young people.
Leadership and Team Management
- Lead and manage the Cancer Rehab Specialist and a pool of freelancers delivering aspects of the programme.
- Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities.
- Provide ongoing guidance, performance management, and professional development for the team.
Direct Support to Participants
- Provide one-on-one support to young people with a focus on physical activity and wellbeing.
- Develop MOVE’s support for 13-30 year olds following Proton Beam Therapy, and building relationships with key stakeholders and Health Care Professionals.
- Ensure participants receive tailored support, including one-to-one sessions and resources to enhance their rehabilitation journey.
- Work alongside your line manager to monitor participant outcomes and satisfaction, using data insights to continually improve service delivery.
Partnerships, Advocacy and systems change
- Build and maintain relationships with healthcare providers, community organisations, and other key stakeholders to support young people and raise awareness on the benefits of physical activity.
- Advocate the benefits of physical activity during and after cancer treatment at professional events and conferences.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to embed physical activity in cancer care pathways, planning and delivering workshops to contribute towards this.
Programme Development and Growth
- Develop and implement innovative improvements to the 8 Week Programme based on participant feedback and best practices in cancer rehabilitation, for example by managing and refining referral processes to reduce waiting times and improve participant experiences.
- Work with your line manager to design and implement scalable systems and processes to support sustainable growth of the programme.
- Embed equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) principles in all activities, ensuring accessibility for underserved and diverse communities.
- Collaborate with internal teams to align the programme with organisational goals and secure funding opportunities.
Impact Evaluation and Reporting
- Work with the Programme Coordinator to oversee the collection and analysis of relevant data to evaluate the programme’s effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Work with your line manager to write reports for stakeholders, funders, and senior leadership, highlighting achievements and demonstrating impact.
- Identify participant stories and successes to share with the marketing and communications team.
Person Specification
Essential Requirements
- Cancer Rehab Level 4 Training or equivalent
- Proven experience leading teams, including freelancers or contractors, in a health, cancer care, or rehabilitation context.
- Strong understanding of the role of physical activity in cancer rehabilitation and recovery.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience managing diverse stakeholders.
- Organisational skills to support multiple aspects of programme delivery and team management effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to innovate, solve problems, and drive service improvements.
- Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion principles, with experience working with underserved communities.
- Cocreating with young people
Desirable Requirements
- Relevant qualifications in cancer rehabilitation, health promotion, or a related field.
- Experience in managing budgets and contributing to funding applications or grants.
- Familiarity with safeguarding and data protection regulations.
- Programme development experience
MOVE Benefits
Salary: £34,000 (pro rata)
Contract: 1 Year Part-Time (4 days per week) with potential to extend
Location: Remote, with occasional travel for events, workshops and meetings (Please note that this role is only available for applicants with the right to work in the UK)
The post is subject to a six months’ probationary period. We understand the importance of a work-life balance and respect individual needs.
Annual Leave: Generous allocation of 28 days of holiday leave (pro rata if part-time)
Special Day Off: Your Birthday
Extended Holiday Break: Our charity closes down in between Christmas and New Year, giving you the opportunity to enjoy some additional time off over the festive period.
Pension Benefits: Pension plan through NEST (National Employment Savings Trust)
Flexible Working Arrangements and Hours: We believe in empowering our employees to manage their time effectively. This is a remote working role (within the UK) with travel for team meetings and other work-related events.
How to apply
- Produce a document no longer than 2 sides of A4, outlining why your skills, experience and personal motivation make you the right person for this role. Please also attach your CV.
- Please provide name and contact details of two referees that we would contact if shortlisted.
- Please use your name in the subject header of the email and the file name of the document.
- Please send these to recruitment@movecharityorg
- For an informal discussion before applying, please email interim charity lead nazmeen.wardle-bi@movecharityorg
- Closing date to apply for this role is Wednesday 26th March
- If you would prefer to submit your application in an alternative format, please feel free to choose your own approach to convey the information requested.
Equal Opportunities and Diversity Statement:
MOVE Against Cancer is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.
Key Application and interview information:
There will be two stages of the interview process. The first stage will be virtual via video call and for those invited to the second stage, the interview will take place in-person in Manchester.
Data Protection Statement
For information about how we use your data, please contact us.
Safeguarding
Move Against Cancer is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all individuals who participate in our programmes and all staff and volunteers. Successful candidates will be required to carry out a disclosure and barring check.
ow To apply:
Produce a document no longer than 2 sides of A4, outlining why your skills, experience and personal motivation make you the right person for this role. Please also attach your CV.
Please provide name and contact details of two referees that we would contact if shortlisted.
Please use your name in the subject header of the email and the file name of the document.
Please send these to recruitment@movecharityorg
For an informal discussion before applying, please email interim charity lead nazmeen.wardle-bi@movecharityorg
Closing date to apply for this role is Wednesday 26th March
If you would prefer to submit your application in an alternative format, please feel free to choose your own approach to convey the inform
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.