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Job Description  

Title 

Training and Engagement Manager: Education (London and South East)

Reports to 

Programme Lead: Education

Pay Grade 

Programmes & Delivery

Salary Scale 

P3e: £30,440 – Plus London Weighting uplift (£2,940) where applicable

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Location

Remote (Homeworking)

Main Role & Responsibilities

The post holder will be an active member of our programmes Team and will work across our portfolio of programmes.

They will be responsible for regional stakeholder engagement, developing relationships and promoting Ygam training in their region. They will recruit suitable delegates to workshops, working closely with the education and youth work sectors.

They will provide training both face to face and online and will be responsible for the delivery of our assured workshops and promoting the work of Ygam at conferences and events.

The post holder will maintain excellent relationship with Ygam Stakeholders and beneficiaries, providing ongoing support to organisations, to help them implement Ygam resources.

Who are we looking for?

Ygam is seeking a proactive, adaptable, creative, resilient individual, who has the ability to work remotely, autonomously and as part of a team. They must have outstanding communication skills, be highly organised, and an excellent team player.

At Ygam, we are committed to safeguarding and protection of children and vulnerable people in our work. We will do everything possible to recruit only suitable people to work with children or vulnerable people.

Ygam is an equal opportunity employer. It is Ygam’s approach that all employees have a working environment which promotes dignity and respect and where individual differences, and the contributions made are recognised and valued.

We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience of gaming and gambling harms, people with disabilities, people from minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ people, neurodiverse people and armed force veterans.

Role Requirements

Duties will include but not be limited to:

Planning 

· Network and develop stakeholder relationships, leading the recruitment of delegates from schools, youth work providers and children’s services onto Ygam training.

· Develop Ygam’s presence in London and the South East within the education and youth sector working closely with partner organisations.

· Provide ongoing support to schools and youth organisations to help imbed Ygam materials within curriculum.

· Develop stakeholder relationships and a strong pipeline of delegates to attend the workshops delivered by Ygam, ensuring workshops are well attended.

· Identify and attend conferences, seminars, educational and organisational events to support our work. 

· Signpost organisations to the Parent Hub to increase parent awareness.

· Work closely with Ygam colleagues to promote the wider programmes through your stakeholder engagement.

· Work closely with The Programme Lead: Education, to develop objectives and review individual performance.

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Delivery 

· Deliver the Ygam portfolio of workshops (online and face to face).

· Provide high quality training to a range of professionals in line with Ygam’s Quality Assurance processes.

· Deliver workshops and training independently as well as through team teach approach.

· Be responsive to delegates needs, answering questions and queries in a supportive manner.

· Provide an excellent customer service to delegates.

Outcomes:

· Ensure accuracy of data utilising the CRM system

· Deliver and develop team teach opportunities to support teachers to implement Ygam resources.

· Provide ongoing support to practitioners to implement the YGAM resources and materials. 

· Develop Case study opportunities to understand the impact of the Ygam resources.

· Work with evaluators to measure impact and performance. 

Learning and Development:

· Self-identify any gaps in knowledge and any CPD to help you do your role effectively.

· Ensure all relevant CPD is completed and up to date on platforms such as IHasco.

· Attend support sessions with line manager (both remotely and in person). 

· Record performance in your monthly 1-1’s with your line manager.

Administration:

· Send out joining instructions via our CRM system to delegates prior to workshops. 

· Record attendance and email delegates post workshop to gather feedback. 

· Ensure all records are maintained in accordance with GDPR/data protection legislation.

Person Specification 

Essential:

· A detailed understanding of education within England and the PSHE programme of study and RSE Curriculum and how to engage in this sector across all key stages.

· Stakeholder engagement experience across Children’s services

· Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

· Outstanding understanding of IT applications (MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint especially).

· Experience of developing and delivering a sales pipeline and achieving KPI’s.

· Experience of driving projects to achieve agreed outcomes.

· Ability to work in a highly organised manner with a keen eye for absolute detail.

· Self-administrating experience.

· Prior experience of working within education.

· Prior experience of selling a product or service.

· Employment rights to live and work in the UK.

· Experience of working collectively as a team to meet targets.

Desirable:

· Public speaking experience

· Outstanding networking skills

· Experience utilising CRM systems.

· Willingness to travel where necessary for the role.

The successful applicant will be subject to reference checks, an Enhanced DBS check, and must have Employment rights to live and work in the UK. The applicant must also reside in London or the South East of England.

About the role

The Operations & Partnerships Team are responsible for ensuring that our internal (Kings
Camps) and external (UK and worldwide) programmes and services meet our customer and
client promises through effective delivery of our people, programmes and equipment. We
have a high level of responsibility and trust for the effective oversight of a large volume of
children, seasonal staff, and a national venue portfolio.

We're looking for a Programme & Training Lead who can take specific responsibility for our
programme delivery, ensuring 500+ seasonal staff across the UK are trained, equipped and
ready to start work with children. The Programme & Training Lead will be a practitioner
who contributes to training content, but also responds effectively to questions from
different stakeholders, responding to accidents, incidents and complaints, and who will
organise and deliver in-person promotional events. This role will need someone who is
ready to respond to last minute and unforeseen change and is open to a high level of UK
travel.

Key responsibilities

Plan

1. Work with the Operations Manager to agree programme outcome requirements per
season and per year
2. Schedule in-person programme delivery including people, programme content and
equipment
3. Plan for the delivery of pre-camp training
4. Schedule camp support visits
5. Create training schedules and content for programme personnel

Prepare

1. Work with the Operations Manager to prepare in-person programme and training
content
2. Produce and update resources for Kings Camps Managers and Red Tops
3. Work with warehouse personnel to prepare equipment for programmes and activities
if needed
4. Train and organise representatives to deliver initiatives across the UK
5. Share information both internally and externally regarding operational details and
practicalities such as facility information, children’s needs or any other information
pertinent to the running of camp

Deliver

1. Point of contact and support for newly-appointed Red Tops, providing information
and venue-specific guidance
2. Coordinate and deliver in-person and online training for programme personnel,
preparing them for their roles and responsibilities
3. Promote and run in-person activities and support to help launch new venues and
teams or drive growth in existing venues
4. Support Regional Managers to ensure programme audits are completed and work
with Camp Managers to ensure we maintain the service levels we promise
5. Share responsibility for performance management of Red Tops
6. Share responsibility for the response, management and reporting of programme
incidents, behaviour concerns, health and safety, and safeguarding

Person Specification

A qualification or background relating to teaching or sports coaching
At least 2 years’ activity programme experience, leading and delivering activities to
children
Previous experience of organising or hosting promotional events would be highly
advantageous
Training or experience in safeguarding children in a sports or education setting
Training and mentoring experience
Full UK driver’s licence (essential)
Must be able to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people in different roles
Ability to build effective working relationships quickly
Effective problem solver
Excellent all-round IT skills - must be competent in the use of MS Office suite
About you continued...
Show a flexible approach to work – prepared to work outside normal office hours
including some weekend commitments at scheduled points of delivery and UK travel
Dependable, friendly and highly personable
Organised and with an attention to detail and a can-do, proactive and positive attitude
Supportive of our mission and values

Our Culture & Benefits

Our People: Work in our like-minded, dedicated and passionate team that aligns with our
mission and shared purpose - to get children active, having fun and learning together.
Salary: From £26,500 per annum, DOE
Pension: We offer more than the norm, with an enhanced pension and employer
contributions (5%), and we also offer a Group Life Assurance Scheme.
Holiday: In addition to statutory holidays, we offer a generous starting holiday allowance of
25 days per annum (FTE) with additional holidays being added after 2 years’ service up to a
maximum of 30 days per annum (FTE) after 5 years’ service
Work Patterns: This is a full-time role, typically 37.5 hours per week, within 8am-6pm Mon
to Fri but in the modern working world, flexibility is key and embracing peak demand at
popular times of the year is required from our team.
Our Meetings: We start every week with a Monday Morning Meeting (MMM) for the whole
team to connect and we’re also deliberate about meeting formally every 3-4 months with a
Quarterly Brief: Each of these help with comms and provide every member of our team
with development opportunities.
How we celebrate: We all gather at a monthly social with our famous Friday Quiz and we
also offer nominations and awards for those who exhibit our values each quarter.
Our offices: We consider ourselves lucky to be in beautiful offices in a leafy suburb of
Sheffield. We have free on-site parking, bike store and good public transport links. We’re
out of the hustle and bustle of the city centre, but there’s plenty of local shops & cafes
close by.
Discounts: We offer free places on our holiday programmes for your children (5 to 17 year
olds), a cycle scheme, travel and social opportunities and a range of discounts and rewards,
including charity worker benefits!
Training: As well as a bespoke onboarding plan linked to your new role at Kings, you’ll
receive market-leading Safeguarding training and a free disclosure check as part of our
safer recruitment commitments.

About us

Established in 1991, Kings Active Foundation is a UK registered charity with a vision of a
world where children love being active, and a mission to get children active, having fun and
learning together.
We’re experts in using active games, sport and fun to connect with children via our activity
programmes and we equip, enable and inspire others to deliver activity programmes.
We are a small team doing big things. We have a passion for our work and a desire to get
more children active and improving their physical and mental wellbeing.

Our Safeguarding Promise

We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Safer recruitment is central to the way we work and all staff and volunteers are expected to
share our commitment to safeguarding, always creating an environment where young
people feel safe and can thrive.

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Training and Implementation to join our Central Social Care Service located at our Head Office in Islington.

£33,000 per annum, working 35 hours per week.

Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Our benefits include:

• Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
• Free DBS
• Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
• Fully paid induction programme and further training
• ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
• Online wellbeing resources
• A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
• Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

What you'll do:

• Oversee all induction and mandatory training, ensuring it meets organisational requirements
• Ensure induction material is up-to-date and engaging
• Ensure all training offered is innovative and engaging and uses technology where possible
• Host the first day of the induction programme 'Feel at Home'
• Deliver ad-hoc training as required
• Coordinate schedules and rotas for mandatory training and induction delivery
• Commission, market, and deliver the learning and development programme in line with organisational needs whilst ensuring value for money, professional training delivery and demonstrable outcomes
• Regularly review and improve the training offer in line with best practice

• Work with the Recruitment, Training and Talent Manager to review and, where required, develop a programme to meet the generic and specialist operational learning and development needs across the business in line with CQC, Ofsted, legislation, contract, policy and procedural requirements

• Ensure LMS is fit for purpose and used effectively so that staff and managers are clear on the training available to them and when they are going out of date with mandatory requirements

• Use the LMS system and work with the Performance team to produce management reports (including but not limited to safeguarding, attendance, non-attendance and operational induction monitoring)
• Use data and analytics to monitor training effectiveness, identify trends, and inform decision-making
• Evaluate effectiveness of training programmes to ensure that it demonstrates effective return on investment and meets initial training objectives
• Implement improvements based on feedback and outcomes
• Work with Recruitment, Training and Talent Manager to deliver training within budget, maintain the budget spreadsheet and ensure prompt payment to suppliers
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including managers, senior leaders, training providers and LMS provider

• Effectively manage and develop the Talent Partner with the Recruitment Team Leader
• Work collaboratively with the L&D and wider People team
• Work with Recruitment, Training and Talent Manager and Business Development on training costings and plans for new or proposed services

• Demonstrate the company values and establish a positive culture that aligns with the organisation's strategic objectives
• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures across area of responsibility and for trainings being developed
• Keep up to date on any regulatory, legal or best practice changes in training for the Supported Housing sector
• Support staff and managers through change initiatives related to training and implementation, ensuring clear communication and engagement throughout transitions
• Champion Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in all training and in the implementation of the LMS, ensuring content and delivery are inclusive and accessible
• Promote staff wellbeing through supportive training practices and by signposting to relevant resources
• Take ownership of mandatory training compliance, including monitoring, reporting, and driving achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs) for mandatory training completion within specified timeframes across the organisation
• Provide regular updates to management and take proactive steps to address areas of non-compliance

• Lead and carry out internal quality assurance activities to maintain the integrity and consistency of assessment decisions across qualification programmes

• Sample assessment decisions, provide constructive feedback to assessors, and support continuous improvement in assessment practice
• Ensure all IQA processes fully meet the requirements of awarding bodies such as ILM and/or CPCAB
• Prepare for and support external quality assurance visits, maintaining accurate and compliant IQA records
• Contribute to standardisation meetings and support assessor development through guidance and training
• Work collaboratively with programme leads to ensure qualification delivery meets internal and external quality standards
• Any other duties as required

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

About you:

• Excellent relationship building skills with internal staff and managers and external stakeholders
• Customer outcome focused
• Effective verbal and written communication with staff at all levels
• Positive can-do approach
• Ability to learn new skills quickly
• Creative and innovative in ideas and approach
• High levels of initiative
• Flexible in approach
• Excellent prioritisation and organisational skills
• Intermediate to advanced IT skills on all Microsoft packages and IT systems
• Resilient able to manage self and maintain effective delivery
• Ability to cope with change in a fast paced and challenging environment
• Ability to analyse data and produce actionable insights
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Commitment to staying up to date with changes impacting training in the sector

What you'll bring:

Essential:

• Quickly learns and confidently navigates new IT systems, using them to streamline and improve business processes
• Experience of training staff
• Experience of carrying out training needs analysis
• Experience in coaching and developing staff
• Track record of successfully implementing systems, processes, or programmes within a multi-site organisation
• Strong negotiation skills, with experience securing cost-effective training solutions and establishing clear deliverables
• Experienced in managing external partnerships and ensuring contractual obligations are met
• Knowledgeable about best practice and innovative approaches to training delivery, with a commitment to continuous improvement
• Proficient in using e-learning authoring tools, virtual classrooms, and blended learning methodologies
• Demonstrable experience in monitoring and reporting on training KPIs, particularly for mandatory training

Desirable:

• Knowledge of ILM and/or CPCAB frameworks
• Proven experience of internal verification and moderation within a regulated qualification framework
• Understanding of awarding body quality assurance requirements and best practice

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.

We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:

• We focus on Excellence and innovation.
• We are Caring and Compassionate.
• We are Inclusive and Trusted.
• We work in Partnership and are One-Team.

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

BACCH Education and Training Administrator
£31,531 pa pro rata at 21 hours (£18,918 pa) plus excellent benefits
London WC1X and home-based
21 hours per week
Fixed-term (3 years, with potential extension)

The BACCH Education and Training Administrator is a newly created role supporting the British Association for Community Child Health (BACCH), a specialty group of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health. This role will take the lead on setting up and delivering educational courses and events for clinicians working in Community Child Health, including webinars, regional events, and the BACCH Annual Scientific Meeting.

Reporting to the BACCH Executive Officer, you will coordinate the development of a structured education and training offer, manage logistics for online and in-person courses, and support initiatives such as trainee-led learning and paid short courses. You will also support BACCH’s six affiliated specialist groups with administrative and event coordination as needed.

The role requires a highly organised and self-motivated individual with experience in event planning, digital platforms, and administrative systems. You’ll also maintain contact databases, filing systems, and internal procedures, while providing occasional cover for the wider team.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting educational events or working in professional membership organisations, along with strong communication, planning and IT skills. A background in healthcare, training, or children’s services and knowledge of website or budget management is desirable

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

The BACCH is the organisation for paediatricians and other professions working in community child health. BACCH is a membership organisation that represents doctors and other professionals working in paediatrics and child health in the community. It is a specialty group of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health.

The RCPCH sets and maintains standards for the education and training of all doctors working in paediatrics and child health in the UK. We advocate on child health issues at home and internationally. Additionally, through a variety of activities, the College influences the quality of medical practice for children in hospital and in the community. 

The RCPCH has more than 25,000 members and fellows and employs around 200 staff, most of whom work in our London office in Holborn. We have a Devolved Nations team operating from Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Our College values: Include, Influence, Innovate and Inspire, are important to us. These values ensure we bring out the best in each other, strive forward together to make the College a positive and dynamic place to work. 

The RCPCH champions Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Our workplace is inclusive, offering a supportive environment where staff can thrive. The College is keen to accept applications from people with protected characteristics. We believe that our staff should represent all of the diverse communities we serve. Join us to help realise our vision of a world where every child is healthy and well. 

The College operates a flexible and modern working policy, whereby our colleagues work in the office for a minimum of 40% over a 4 week cycle and the remainder from home. 

The RCPCH is committed to safeguarding the children, young people and adults it has contact with in the exercise of its functions and responsibilities. The RCPCH expects all staff to share this commitment – we place a high priority on ensuring only those who do so are recruited to work for us. 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records.

Closing date: 30 November 2025.

Are you a strategic leader who can strengthen how the sector supports older people through high-quality information and training?

Do you have the vision and experience to lead high-performing teams, shape services, and make a real difference in the lives of older people facing financial hardship?

Independent Age is seeking a Head of Information and External Training to lead their Information and External Training teams (c. 8 people) and play a pivotal role in shaping the Services directorate.

Benefits of working with Independent Age

• Competitive salary: £65,678 (London-based) / £59,115 (Home-based)
• 28 days’ annual leave a year plus public holiday
• Generous pension with life assurance
• Excellent learning and development opportunities
• Enhanced leave and wellbeing benefits
• Flexible and hybrid working. Work in a way that suit you

 
Independent Age embraces agile working and trusts its people to deliver in ways that work best for them.
 
About the role

Work setting: London-based / Hybrid (minimum 4 days per month in the office), or home-based.
Contract: Fixed term 9-month contract Full-time (35 hours per week, 5 days or a 9-day fortnight)
Part-time considered (min. 21 hours per week)

As the Head of Information and External Training, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership to the Information and External Training teams, fostering a high-performing and inclusive culture.
• Contribute to the development of a sustainable plan for the delivery and leadership within the Services directorate, and the transition to it, in collaboration with colleagues.
• Lead people engagement and change as we make decisions on the future shape and line reporting of the Information and Training teams.
• Oversee the delivery of accessible, high-quality information for older people and professionals.
• Shape and deliver external training for advisers, public bodies, and corporates, including developing a commercial training offer.
• Work closely with Marketing and Engagement teams to ensure clarity, collaboration, and consistency.
• Represent Independent Age externally, sharing expertise and promoting the charity’s mission.
   

About you
The Head of Information and External Training will have:

• Proven leadership of high-performing teams in information, advice, or external training services.
• Strong strategic planning skills with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
• Experience in organisational change and team engagement.
• Analytical skills to evaluate impact and inform decisions.
• Experience in managing the development of external training provision for professionals and organisations.
• Knowledge of issues affecting older people in financial hardship and how information and advice interventions can improve lives.

Key dates

• Application deadline is 24th November
• Interviews will take place weeks commencing 1st and 8th December

 
How to apply
To apply for the Head of Information and External training role, please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining how your skills and experience meet the criteria in the job description and person specification. I’d also be happy to have a conversation about the job description to give you further insight into the opportunity so please do reach out directly if you’d like a confidential chat.

Applications sent by TPP to Independent Age will be anonymised to support fair shortlisting.

Independent Age values diversity, challenges discrimination, and ensures everyone feels they belong. Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome.

Independent Age is committed to safeguarding and follows Safer Recruitment practices to ensure they are safeguarding those who work with Independent Age. A basic DBS certificate will be required for this role which will be carried out by Independent Age following offer to the successful candidate.
 
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.

Who are Challenge Partners

Challenge Partners works nationally with over 500 schools and 100 trusts, delivering programmes and networks to support school and trust improvement and leadership development. Our programmes for schools include the Quality Assurance Review, Growing the Top, Extending Leading Practice, and the SEND Developmental Peer Review. Our collaborative networks for school leaders operate locally (hubs), regionally (Jubilee Networks), and nationally. You can read more here. 

We also offer Trust programmes such as the Trust Peer Review and Trust Leaders’ Network. You can read more here. 

As we expand our National Network of Excellence, this is an exciting time to join our central team and contribute to our partnership's success.

Job Purpose

The Partnership Coordinator role is varied, offering the chance to develop a wide range of skills. Responsibilities include delivering programme and network activities, managing local hubs, supporting events and meetings, and participating in recruitment and retention activities led by the Partnerships Team.

Working closely with school and trust leaders and hub managers, you will need excellent relationship management skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

This position requires individuals who are self-motivated, organised, detail-focused, and strong communicators. 

We are looking for new colleagues to focus on delivering our programmes and networks, ensuring a great experience for our partner schools (about 60-80% of your time). The remaining time will be spent on hub account management, supporting knowledge exchange and network growth, and handling general partner queries.

Key Responsibilities

Programme and Network Delivery:

- Support the planning and delivery of programmes and networks, including scheduling dates, organising training sessions, and other activities.

- Support the organisation and delivery of programme-specific and national events.

- Maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including resolving operational issues and escalating as needed.

- Provide year-round support to local Hub Managers to ensure schools receive necessary support.

- Monitor programme, network, and hub data to identify risks and/or trends, providing regular reports and updates to support the continuous improvement of our activities. 

Partner Relationship Management:

- Work with the Challenge Partners Central Team to ensure an excellent experience for partners and help schools maximise their partnership value.

- Support the induction and onboarding of new schools to their hubs and the National Network of Excellence.

- Troubleshoot and respond to school or trust queries through internal customer care systems.

- Utilise and update our CRM system (Salesforce).

Communications:

- Respond to email and phone queries about Challenge Partners, programmes, networks, and hubs professionally and promptly.

- Collaborate with programme, network, and partnership leads to provide high-quality communications to partner schools, including renewals, induction, onboarding, engagement emails, and hub updates.

Recruitment and Retention:

- Support year-round recruitment of schools to the Network of Excellence, working with hubs to deliver introductory events.

- Provide updates on schools in your hub to inform retention campaigns.

- Manage leads within your hubs, connecting schools with local hubs and Jubilee Networks.

Other Tasks:

- Perform other tasks as appropriate for the role.

Person Specification

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage your time effectively.

• Ability to balance competing priorities whilst working across multiple areas of work.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deal with people diplomatically and appropriately, building rapport with those at varying levels of seniority.

• Solutions-focused approach to problem-solving, demonstrating the ability to identify issues and develop effective strategies to overcome them.

• High computer literacy - confidence and competence in using GSuite, Microsoft programmes and Salesforce (or similar CRM system) would be an advantage

• Positivity, optimism and flexibility - we are a small organisation and all staff are expected to contribute across the organisation (and sometimes beyond their specific job role) to ensure our success and sustainability. 

• A willingness to learn and give and receive feedback.

• A passion for education, and a desire to make a difference.

Benefits of working for Challenge Partners

• Work-life balance

• Annual leave

• Employer pension contributions

• Health and wellbeing support

• Training and development

• Family-friendly policies

• Connection and celebration

We are looking for a person who can lead LWPT through ongoing development of the organisation in coordination with both staff and trustees. The person needs to be able to maintain a clear strategic plan for the organisation that allows the organisation to stay focussed on what we plan to do to the benefit of both beneficiaries and supporters. The right person is able to maintain a healthy focus on income and expenditure in order to ensure that LWPT can meet the needs of all stakeholders.

Essential for the right applicant:
• A Christian with a good knowledge of the Christian communities in the UK.
• Someone who is an active member of a local church.
• Is able to affirm the historic creeds of the Christian church.
• A personal commitment to the development of the next generation of Christian Bible teachers in the UK.
• The ability to work from home with good wifi access.
• Ability to travel to the main office in Watford twice a month.

£60k pa FTE. This is a 0.8FTE role

This is one of the most important roles within Shine Cancer Support. You’ll be overseeing and supporting Shine’s volunteers around the country, ensuring that they have what they need to reach as many young adults with cancer as possible. You’ll also work closely with Shine’s Programme Delivery Manager to deliver training and support programmes directly to young adults with cancer and healthcare professionals.

Location:  Hybrid, with two days per week at Shine’s offices in Blackheath, South East London or in Poole, Dorset.

Hours & salary:  Full time (35 hours per week). Salary range is £33,000 - £35,000 pro rata, depending on experience.

This is a one year contract to cover maternity leave starting mid/late January 2026.

Benefits:  Employee contribution pension, training and development support, staff mental health support, cycle to work scheme.
Holiday:  25 days annual holiday during each holiday year plus 8 days of public holidays, or pro-rata equivalent if relevant. We also give you your birthday off each year.

Key responsibilities

Volunteer Support

• Support Shine’s volunteer Network Leaders across England, Scotland and Wales to develop their Shine Networks, ensuring that they provide the best possible support to young adults with cancer. This will include an annual support plan, developing and testing new ways of expanding Shine’s reach, and regular catch-up calls. 

• Work with Shine staff and facilitators to recruit, train and support new volunteers from across the UK.

• Deliver an annual plan for training and support, touching on issues such as outreach and fundraising.

• Maintain and develop Shine’s online information pages for Shine volunteers.

• Organise and facilitate online meet-ups for Shine beneficiaries.

Programme Delivery

• Assist the Programme Delivery Manager and facilitators to deliver Shine’s core programmes (Break Out programme, Shine Circles) to Shine beneficiaries, as well as training to healthcare professionals.

• Create new connections with healthcare professionals across the UK. This will include linking to relevant Cancer Alliances and Integrated Care Boards.

• Oversee the administration and management of relevant monitoring and evaluation processes.

Key skills and experience:

 Essential

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to identify training needs and deliver training in a variety of formats

• Experience of working with and/or supporting volunteers

• Strong organisation and project management skills, and the ability to deliver and respond to challenges.

• Ability to respond to Shine’s growth and challenges in a creative and effective way. 

• Creative and curious with a willingness and ability to develop new ideas 

• Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with empathy to beneficiaries and volunteers of Shine.

• A track record of building positive relationships.

• Excellent IT skills, including solid knowledge of Word and Excel, and experience with social media.

Desirable

• Experience of managing projects remotely, including using tools such as Asana

• Experience of working as part of a small team, including volunteers

• A background and/or understanding of the role and importance of volunteers in the charity sector

This job description summarises the main duties and responsibilities of the post. You may be required to undertake other appropriate duties, which are within your capabilities or for which training has been given. You won’t be expected to carry out all of these roles immediately; we will support you to develop new skills as you progress.

Key approaches

• Respectful of the confidentiality of beneficiaries and the ability to work within charity law and governance structures.

• Ability to relate to our beneficiaries and volunteers, and to respond empathetically to difficult personal situations.

• Be prepared to have progress assessed regularly and be appraised annually should the role be extended. 

• Willingness to work as part of a small team spread across the UK; this requires good communication skills as well as the ability to be flexible in the approach to work.

Successful candidates will be asked to undergo an enhanced DBS check in keeping with Shine’s Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policy.

What Shine offers

By sharing your skills, time and expertise with Shine, you’ll be contributing to the growth of a small, rapidly growing charity, while also gaining insights into the challenges and opportunities that this presents. We expect everyone who works with us to like people and to be happy to contribute to the overall success of Shine, even if that means occasionally taking on tasks that aren’t in your job description. We are happy to fund relevant training, within our budget guidelines, and to provide opportunities for professional development and growth. 

In addition to your salary, you’ll receive regular pension contributions (currently 3%, as mandated by the UK Government) and access to a bike-to-work scheme.

About the charity

Vision

We want every adult in their 20s, 30s and 40s diagnosed with cancer to know they’re not alone, and to have the support, knowledge, and confidence to navigate whatever cancer throws their way.

Mission

There’s never a good time for a cancer diagnosis, but in your 20s, 30s or 40s there are particular challenges to navigate, like work, dating, finances and more. At Shine Cancer Support, we’ve been there and we get it. We’re here to help you deal with everything that your diagnosis brings, before, during and after treatment, and to welcome you into our community.

Our values

1. Inclusive - Our services are open to anyone in their 20s, 30s and 40s with a cancer diagnosis, no matter what type or stage, when your diagnosis was, or whatever your background is.

2. Approachable - We want everyone in our Shine community to feel welcomed and able to get involved, and we design all our services to be friendly, fun and down-to-earth.

3. Authentic - We’re patient-led and passionate, and we want everyone involved to have a genuine and honest voice, with patients’ voices at the heart of our work.

4. Innovative - As a small charity, we’re adaptable and agile, and we seek to be responsive to needs as they change. We listen to what our Shine community is saying and strive to find practical solutions.

5. Empowering - Our services aren’t about us “doing” to or for you. We want to empower you to ask the right questions, get the right information, take control, and make the best decisions for yourself.

The Hepatitis C Trust runs national projects where peers draw on their lived experience of drug use and hepatitis C to support others. We are now recruiting for a role to join our Bristol & Severn team for a fixed term of 12 months. 

As part of an experienced team, this role will promote hepatitis C awareness, blood borne virus testing and referral to treatment, for people living with hepatitis C. The role will support volunteer peers and increase the project’s reach to underserved communities. You’ll be providing vital harm reduction interventions including needle, syringe and naloxone provision across Bristol & Severn.

We value creativity, innovation, and compassion. We encourage applications from people with lived experience. Full support, coaching and training will be given. 

Role Purpose
This is a key role to oversee RDA UK’s approach to safeguarding, supporting senior management and working with external partners. This is crucial to maintain good practice, resources, quality and support to RDA Groups which includes driving RDA safeguarding training.
In addition, this role will include support and administration for the Membership Services Team, as detailed below

Specific Responsibilities
1. To ensure RDA UK has effective safeguarding practices:

• develop and deliver the action plan and ongoing objectives from the British Equestrian Federation (BEF) audit/ Framework Plan and RDA Safeguarding Action Plan

• continuous review of all safeguarding materials and resources, to ensure RDA UK’s Safeguarding policy and statutory obligations and expectations are met, including relevant actions following BEF Safeguarding Action Team (SAT) meetings

• manage requests for guidance from the RDA UK network, including concerns raised and reporting

• provide safeguarding case management, collaborating with the Membership Services Manager.

• work in collaboration with the RDA UK Designated Safeguarding Lead and other relevant RDA UK staff and volunteers to plan, deliver and review projects that improve outcomes for children and adults at risk, within the RDA UK network

• provide advice to the RDA UK team and working groups on safeguarding best practice, policies and requirements, including specific projects or events

• deal promptly with enquiries from RDA Groups concerning policies, procedures and training requirements and respond to feedback received

• maintain the safeguarding content on the ‘MyRDA’ website, ensuring it is current, clear and relevant

• provide guidance to RDA Groups signposting them to resources for disclosure checks

• develop and maintain safeguarding training materials, and coordinate the delivery of regular accredited courses and workshops (both tutor led and e-learning), in conjunction with RDA UK Trainers and relevant external bodies

• developing, maintaining and administering Safeguarding courses and materials

• support the Designated Safeguarding Lead to compile reports for the RDA UK Board, including case management data and analysis, updates and recommendations

• act as the Safeguarding Officer at the RDA National Training Centre, the RDA National Championships and other key events

2. To provide administrative support to the Membership Services Team as required.

General
a) To undertake such other duties as the line manager shall from time to time determine

b) To be flexible in working from other offices in the UK as required for the effective delivery of the role

c) To demonstrate the values and cultural aspirations of RDA in all work

d) To ensure due consideration is always given to our charitable aims and objectives and that this is demonstrated in all activities

e) To attend and service the National Championships, providing support leading up to the event as requested, as well as supporting the event itself

We welcome people of all ages and abilities, including those with physical and learning disabilities, sensory impairments, long-term health conditions, and neurodiversity. 

About This Job

This is an exciting role in Army Cadet Headquarters which provides administrative support to the functional delivery areas of the syllabus. We are looking for a person to bring their skills, enthusiasm, and personal credibility to the team and support administration across both our volunteer staff and employed workforce.

This post is primarily to support DofE and First Aid but may, where required, be surged to cover short term administrative responsibilities for other activity areas.

This position is a permanent full-time post (40 hours per week) which will be home-based. However, regular travel across the UK attend events and meetings will be required.

Essential Skills

§  Experienced and skilled administrator and planner, who can work under own initiative in both office and remote environments.

§  Demonstrable success in establishing effective working relationship across a range of organisations at all levels.

§  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

§  IT literate; experienced user of Microsoft office with experience in using document management systems, such as SharePoint.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for further information.

Our charity

ACCT UK is a national youth charity dedicated to improving the life chances of young people. The Combined Cadet Force Association (CCFA) is a charity dedicated to the promotion of the ideals and activities of the Combined Cadet Force in schools. Together we want to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence and be inspired through their cadet experience.

We want to develop the youth leadership and training abilities of adult volunteers whilst also helping young people to access cadet activities through fundraising, grant-making, developing new resources and direct support.

We strongly believe that everyone benefits when you help young people to develop their character and values through activities that stretch and mature them. We also know that when young people engage with others at a range of levels in their communities it builds confidence and improves empathy for other’s lives.

Who we are

You will enjoy being part of our small team who work very happily together. By joining ACCT UK, you will help us to reach more young people and make a greater difference and we look forward to working with you. We actively promote and encourage you to explore ideas that improve all aspects of the charity’s work in pursuit of its charitable aims.

What we can offer you

In addition to your salary, we offer all staff:

· Flexible working arrangements (you agree a working pattern with your line manager).

· Personal Accident Insurance, including loss of earnings cover and death benefit.

· 15 days of sick pay in any 12-month period (after 12 months employment - pro-rata for part time staff).

· A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 5% and we will contribute 10%).

· Good leave allowances (which are offered pro-rata for part time staff):

o 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.

o Additional privilege leave, on set days each year, such as between Christmas and New Year.

o An additional five days of volunteering leave.

· Support for qualifications and personal development.

· Employee Assistance Programme.

· Season ticket loan.

· Railcard (if you are eligible)

· A caring and supportive team environment.

How to apply

Please send a covering letter that details how you meet the requirements of the job description along with a CV by Sunday 30th November 2025. Please note, AI should not be used to produce either the covering letter or CV.

Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 15th December, via Microsoft Teams.

Please note that as a charity dedicated to improving the lives of young people, we require staff to make a declaration about any relevant convictions, undergo both a Disclosure and Barring Service check and a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check (one of the requirements being that applicants must have been resident in the UK for 3 years). In addition, we will follow up references.

The British Psychological Society (BPS) is seeking a dynamic Project Lead to join the Business Improvement Team. This role will initially focus on delivering key projects within our Education and Training Directorate, contributing to the transformation of psychology qualifications and assessment design.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading the planning, execution, and delivery of allocated projects within the Education & Training area
• Managing project teams and ensuring milestones are met on time and within budget
• Engaging with internal and external stakeholders
• Supporting change management and continuous improvement initiatives
• Reporting on progress, risks, and budget to senior stakeholders.

Candidates should be educated to degree level, with strong knowledge of project management frameworks. You must have proven experience in leading complex projects as well as excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving skills.  You should be able to work autonomously as well as within a team, and be able to adapt to changing contexts.  Knowledge or experience within an education, qualification or training environment or an understanding of psychology qualifications and assessment models would be advantageous.

Why Join Us?

At BPS, we’re committed to creating a fair and respectful workplace. You’ll be part of a collaborative team working to shape the future of psychology education and training. We offer a friendly, values led working culture with an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Agile & flexible working
• Generous leave entitlement
• Occupational pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme / free eye care vouchers / Winter flu vaccinations
• Tailored learning & development
• Employee Assistance Programme counselling
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Discounts scheme with local and national organisations

How to apply

The closing date for applications is Monday 17th November at 10 am. Interviews will be held on-line w/c 1st December 2025. 

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter detailing how you meet the criteria in the job profile, Please note that applications without a covering letter will not be accepted. 

Agile - London Head Office, SE5/Home

This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative Learning and Development team leading the way in shaping digital learning and enhancing experiences for people across The Salvation Army in the UK and Ireland.

Within the Salvation Army the role of Digital Learning Systems Partner is known as our LMS and LXP Technical Partner. Using the Totara Learning Management System, you’ll help embed these tools across the organisation, train users, and ensure the system runs smoothly and efficiently and support executive leadership in continuous improvement.

If you’re passionate about combining technology, learning, and innovation, and enjoy solving problems that make a real impact, this role offers a great platform to do just that.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll be central to ensuring the LMS and LXP deliver a first-class learning experience. Day-to-day, you’ll:

• Manage and develop the Totara platform, particularly the Develop and Collaborate areas
• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support, resolving user and system issues quickly and effectively
• Work with leaders, HR, and IT to design solutions that support leader development and succession planning
• Create and maintain clear user guides, workflows, and training materials
• Deliver training sessions (both online and face-to-face) to help users get the most from the system
• Analyse system use and user feedback to drive ongoing improvements
• Collaborate flexibly with colleagues in the eLearning and Personnel teams on shared projects and innovation

What we’re looking for

You’ll bring a mix of technical expertise, curiosity, and people skills. We’re looking for someone who:

• Has solid experience managing and maintaining a Learning Management System (Totara or Moodle ideal)
• Holds a Level 5 qualification in Learning Management Systems or equivalent certification
• Is confident diagnosing system issues and implementing improvements
• Has experience with APIs, integrations, and workflow automation
• Communicates clearly and confidently with both technical and non-technical colleagues
• Enjoys working collaboratively and creatively in a team
• Is self-motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Aligns with and supports the Christian ethos and values of The Salvation Army

Why join us

At William Booth College, you’ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven environment that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. This is your chance to make a lasting impact on how The Salvation Army develops, supports, and equips its people for the future.

Closing date: Friday 28th November 2025 at 23.59pm. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments.

In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.

Appointment subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK

For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please visit the government website and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship.   

Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.

Benefits
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time) a contributory pension scheme; and an employee assistance programme.

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic safeguarding specialist to be our Diocesan Safeguarding Officer (DSO) to lead safeguarding across the Diocese. Effectively as Head of Safeguarding, this is a senior leadership role with independent authority of the Diocesan Bishop, responsible for the professional oversight of safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. 

The Head of Safeguarding provides expert guidance, manages safeguarding concerns and allegations, and ensures the implementation of national safeguarding standards. You will lead a dedicated team, collaborate with senior clergy and external agencies, and ensure that safeguarding is embedded in every aspect of diocesan life. 

Some of the key responsibilities of the role include:  

Culture, leadership, and Capacity 

• Lead the development and implementation of the diocesan safeguarding strategy. 

• Work closely with the Bishop of Guildford, Cathedral Dean, Diocesan Secretary, and senior clergy to promote a culture of safeguarding excellence. 

• Support the Independent Chair of the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel (DSAP), ensuring effective governance and oversight. 

• Oversee diocesan responses to audits, quality assurance, and Safeguarding Practice Reviews. 

Prevention 

• Implement the Church of England’s Safeguarding Code of Practice across the Diocese. 

• Provide expert safeguarding advice to clergy, parishes, and the Cathedral. 

• Ensure safer recruitment practices are followed across all diocesan bodies. 

• Develop and oversee the diocesan safeguarding training plan in line with the Church of England’s Learning and Development Framework. 

• Ensure training is high-quality, legally compliant, and regularly reviewed. 

Recognise, Assess and Manage Risk 

• Lead and coordinate all safeguarding casework within the Diocese, ensuring that work is completed as required by Church of England Managing Safeguarding Allegations Code of Practice, and statutory guidance and legal responsibilities.

• Participate in Case Management Groups, supporting the chair to ensure proper case management and ensure lessons learned are shared with DSAP. 

• Collaborate with senior leaders to report Serious Safeguarding Incidents to the Charity Commission. 

Victims & Survivors 

• Coordinate responses to disclosures of abuse, ensuring timely and compassionate support. 

• Implement the House of Bishops’ policy on responding well to victims and survivors. 

Learning, Supervision and Support 

• Work collaboratively with the National Safeguarding Team and other Church of England Safeguarding Officers, attending national safeguarding events and activities as required. 

• Engage in continual professional development, including ensuring that the requirements of the National Safeguarding Learning and Development Framework for Diocesan Safeguarding Officers are met. 

General 

• Lead and develop the safeguarding team, fostering a culture of collaboration and reflective practice. 

We are looking someone who has: 

• Proven leadership and strategic planning skills. 

• A professional qualification or equivalent experience (e.g., in social care or criminal justice), with current professional registration where applicable.

• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding legislation, policy, and best practice. 

• Experience of leading/facilitating/influencing organisational culture change to develop good safeguarding practice and healthy safeguarding cultures.

• Experience in managing complex safeguarding casework and risk assessments. 

• Experience working with victims, survivors, and perpetrators of abuse. 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and challenge constructively. 

• Familiarity with Church of England safeguarding frameworks and governance structures. 

• Commitment to the values and mission of the Church of England. 

Please refer to the attached Job Description for full details of the Head of Safeguarding 

Benefits of the role include: 

• Competitive salary within the Charity Sector 

• A 10% non-contributory pension 

• Life assurance provision of 3x annual salary 

• 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays 

• An employee assistance programme 

• Learning and development opportunities 

Ready to Apply? 

Submit your CV along with a detailed supporting statement (cover letter), outlining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the person specification. The supporting statement is an essential part of the application process and thus a failure to provide this information will mean that the application will not be considered. 

This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) in accordance with our Safer Recruitment Guidelines. 

The Diocese take our responsibility for the safeguarding of children and adults seriously. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment. 

We take your privacy seriously. To understand how your personal data will be processed during the recruitment process, please read our Candidate Privacy Notice before applying 

We believe that diversity is a strength. We actively welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities, particularly those who identify as female, younger, of a UK Minority Ethnic/Global Majority Heritage, or disabled, as it is essential that we reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. 

Please note that if you are shortlisted and are unable to attend on the interview date, it may not be possible to offer you an alternative date.