Make a difference every day with PDSA
About Us
Join us to help keep even more people and pets together when times are tough. For over a century, PDSA have provided vital veterinary care for the pets of people in financial hardship.
We’re now on a journey to expand our reach to support even more people and their beloved pets. To achieve this ambitious goal, we need passionate and driven individuals who are ready to embrace change and help shape a future-focused PDSA. Together, we'll build a stronger organisation to ensure our services help those who need us most for the next hundred years.
If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of a team that's creating positive change, we want you to join us. Let's build a brighter future for pets and their owners, together.
About you
As a Project Communications Officer, you will play a key role in delivering clear, engaging and consistent internal communications that help frontline teams understand and adopt change across the Frontline Improvement Programme. The role involves developing tailored communication plans, crafting compelling messages for diverse audiences, and managing core channels such as newsletters, presentations and social platforms. A central focus is building strong relationships with stakeholders, supporting the Improvement Champion community, and showcasing project progress through impactful, human‑centred storytelling.
We are seeking someone to join the team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract, working across our Pet Hospitals. We are looking for someone to join the team in this role and produce timely, high‑quality communication outputs, generating positive engagement from colleagues. The position also requires thoughtful planning, awareness of risks and the ability to use data and insight to measure communication impact, ensuring every message supports smooth change adoption across our Pet Hospitals.
This role is ideal for someone who has successfully delivered change communication plans and understands how to craft messages that help teams embrace new ways of working. You will bring experience using key communication platforms and navigating the complexities of a multi‑site organisation. Knowledge of programme and change management is essential, as we need someone who is agile, confident and comfortable working in changing environments while collaborating with stakeholders across the organisation.
This is a home‑based role with UK‑wide travel when required, primarily across the East and West Midlands. You will be expected to visit sites and attend team meetings at our Telford Head Office and Pet Hospitals across the UK.
Rewards, support and benefits
We’re really passionate about being a great place to work, somewhere people feel proud of what they do, connected to a meaningful purpose, and able to make a genuine difference every day. Our teams are collaborative and supportive, and we encourage everyone to bring their ideas, individuality and passion for pets to work with them.
As well as a rewarding role and a positive, people-focused culture, we also offer a wide range of benefits, including:
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Flexible working options to support your work–life balance and individual circumstances.
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25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays, with option to buy or sell an extra five days.
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Three paid special days off: Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day annually.
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Generous pension options, with PDSA contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%.
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Life assurance providing four times your annual salary for added peace of mind.
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AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme, with 24/7 wellbeing support
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Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts available through our staff Fetch benefits platform.
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Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave to support you and your family.
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10% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance plus access to staff veterinary services.
To apply for this role, click Apply Now at the top of the page, create a candidate account and complete our simple application form.
PDSA is committed to embedding a culture of diversity and inclusion within our teams that reflect the communities we serve. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies and opportunities for flexible working arrangements to support team members from different backgrounds.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss via email or telephone reasonable adjustments that you may require throughout the recruitment process.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, adults at risk and all our colleagues and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.
To support this commitment, our recruitment & selection processes are robust and rigorous. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
TPP Recruitment is supporting a well-established awarding organisation to recruit an External Quality Assurer – Security. This is a key appointment within their quality and regulation function, supporting centres delivering SIA licence-linked qualifications. Due to the specialist nature of the role, applications from experienced and credible EQAs within the security sector are particularly welcomed.
Salary: £35,505 per annum
Employment type: Permanent
Working arrangements: Remote with travel to centres (mainly focused in the London, Manchester and Birmingham areas)
Working pattern: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Start date: As soon as possible
About the Organisation
The organisation is a recognised awarding body working closely with approved centres to ensure qualifications are delivered to a consistently high standard and in line with regulatory requirements. Quality, compliance and continuous improvement sit at the heart of their work, particularly within SIA licence-linked provision.
About the Role
Reporting to the Lead External Quality Assurer (Security), you will play a central role in maintaining quality and regulatory compliance across approved centres delivering security qualifications.
Your work will directly support safe, effective training and assessment, ensuring learners are properly prepared to work within the security sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducting robust external quality assurance activity across approved centres delivering SIA licence-linked qualifications
- Carrying out centre visits, audits and sampling of learner evidence
- Producing clear, accurate and timely EQA reports, identifying strengths and areas for improvement
- Providing guidance and support to centres on assessment practice, compliance and regulatory requirements
- Supporting standardisation activity and continuous improvement initiatives
- Contributing to malpractice investigations where required
- Maintaining sector competence through ongoing CPD and engagement with regulatory updates
Skills / Experience Required
- Qualified External Quality Assurer, or working towards EQA/TAQA (or equivalent)
- Occupational competence within the security sector, including frontline experience or delivery of security-licensed training
- Strong knowledge of SIA licence-linked qualifications
- Recent experience carrying out EQA activity within a regulated environment
- Confident report writer with excellent attention to detail
- Comfortable working independently, managing your own workload and travel
To Apply
- CV only, no cover letter required
Deadline
- ASAP – applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged!
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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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!
Press Officer
We are seeking a creative and proactive Press Officer to grow media coverage, build strong journalist relationships and raise the profile of a global environmental charity.
Position: Press Officer
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Location: Remote within the UK
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 5:00pm on Thursday 2nd April 2026. (We reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable applicant be found)
About the Role
This is a key communications role responsible for significantly increasing national and international media coverage.
Working within the marketing and communications team, you will develop compelling stories, manage press enquiries and proactively place coverage across broadcast, print and digital media.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing media relationships with journalists, producers and broadcasters
- Identifying opportunities to generate high profile media coverage
- Writing press releases, comment pieces and media materials
- Monitoring the news agenda and responding to media opportunities
- Managing press enquiries and supporting spokespeople with interview preparation
- Monitoring media coverage and analysing performance against KPIs
- Supporting media training and ensuring consistent messaging across the organisation
- Protecting and enhancing organisational reputation through proactive media engagement
About You
You will be a confident communicator with a strong understanding of how media works and how to secure coverage that drives impact.
You will bring:
- Strong experience writing press releases and media content
- Excellent storytelling and copywriting skills
- Experience building relationships with journalists and media outlets
- Ability to work under pressure and respond to media deadlines
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Confidence analysing media performance and reporting on results
- Interest in environmental or climate related issues
About the Organisation
This organisation works in partnership with Indigenous and local communities to protect rainforests and tackle the climate crisis. By supporting community led conservation and providing practical resources, they help protect vital ecosystems while strengthening resilience against environmental threats.
Other roles you may have experience of could include; Media Officer, Communications Officer, PR Officer, Media Relations Officer, Communications Executive, Public Affairs Officer.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.