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We are looking for a Credit Control Assistant. You will need experience of the credit control function, including debtor management as well as experience of working with a range of financial data. You will need demonstrable experience of excellent client service, including resolution of problems or issues as well as demonstrable administrative experience.
Salary: £25,307 - £28,524 per annum, pro rata
Job type: Part time (22.5 hours per week, over 3-5 days)
Contract period: Permanent (flexible work may be considered including term time only working)
Reporting to: Group Management Accountant
Team: Platform Services
Location: Oxford / hybrid working (up to full time from home in line with Picker's remote and home working policy)
Purpose of the role
You will be the credit control assistant and will manage the Group's sales ledger and related financial and accounting records, including bank reconciliations. You will assist the Group Management Accountant in managing accounts receivable and improving cashflow by focusing on mitigating risks and ensuring credit issued by the Group is paid in full and on a timely basis.
In this role you will:
- Be responsible for the financial administration of client accounts
- Assist in the collection of external client debt
- Act as the accounts receivable administrator
- Liaise with colleagues providing support and advice on financial procedures
- Contribute towards the successful operation of the finance function
About you
You will have:
- Experience of the credit control function, including debtor managements
- Experience of working with a range of financial data
- Demonstrable experience of excellent client service, including resolution of problems or issues
- Demonstrable administrative experience
- Excellent grasp of the English language in a business context
- Ability to work to own initiative
- Excellent attention to detail
- Empathy with Picker and its aims
- Relevant skills and experience gained through work or academic studies (educated to GCSE Maths level or equivalent, or higher)
This is a summary of the job description. Please review the full job description on our website.
About Picker Institute Europe
Picker is an Oxford-based charity with an international reputation as a key authority in the measurement and improvement of patient experience. Our mission is to make person-centred health and social care a reality for everyone.
We evaluate the areas of health and social care that matter most to people, producing actionable and insightful results to drive advances in standards. If you are passionate about putting people at the forefront of healthcare services, then Picker could be the place for you.
Working with us
Working alongside colleagues who are experts in their field, you will be part of a team contributing to our vision ‘the highest quality person centred care for all, always’. You will contribute to our research with NHS Trusts and many high profile charities, such as The British Heart Foundation, Pancreatic Cancer UK and Mind.
To support you we offer a friendly, person centred working culture with many benefits including:
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities, including flexible start and finish times
- Convenient Oxford location with free parking
- 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days, plus eight public holidays
- Option to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave
- Christmas office closure (currently an additional 3 1/2 days leave)
- Contributory company pension scheme (currently employer matching up to 8%)
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Free life assurance (currently 4 x salary)
- Tailored learning and development, including access to complete iHasco training library
- Health and wellbeing resources including an Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
- Employee loan scheme (rental deposits, UK work visas, season ticket, emergency)
- Regular calendar of social activities organised by a dedicated Social, Wellbeing and Employee Engagement team
The highest quality person centred care for all, always

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Finance Coordinator is a new role to support our expanding services.
This newly created role will form part of our Finance Team. As a member of a small but dynamic team, you will work closely with the Senior Finance Officer and Head of Finance. Your role will be critical to our success, with your principal responsibilities including:
- processing purchase ledger invoices
- inputting bank and all financial transactions onto the Xero accounting system
- recording donations to Xero accounting system
- reconciling donations, stewardship and CAF transactions with Xero
- reconciling cheques, standing orders and Stripe transactions with Xero
- processing the weekly payment runs ensuring that all payments are paid on time
- processing staff and volunteer expenses
You will have the support of our excellent and established Finance Team, which is central to the smooth and effective running of our operations. You will be responsible for liaising with colleagues at all levels across the organisation, as well as our Trustees, partners and suppliers.
Clergy Support Trust is the largest charity focused on the wellbeing of Anglican clergy and their families.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
£27,000 - £28,000 pa
Full time
6 month contract
We also welcome part time and job share applications
Fulham Palace is a truly remarkable place. For centuries, this Grade I Listed building situated in extensive grounds by the Thames was the country residence of the Bishops of London. The Palace is now managed by Fulham Palace Trust, which is inspired by a vision to restore our nationally significant historic buildings and grounds to their original beauty and to provide outstanding facilities for the local community and visitors from farther afield.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and customer-focussed team assistant to work with our commercial and visitor experience department, someone with a passion for promoting and supporting Fulham Palace, helping the organisation grow and develop. You will need to be highly motivated, organised and able to work with minimal supervision.
Reporting to the commercial and visitor experience manager (CVEM) you will support the planning and delivery of public events and filming, support the marketing and promotion of the site and provide administrative support to our retail operations.
Interested candidates should visit the Fulham Palace website, read the attached job description, download and complete the application and equal opportunities forms and return them to the Palace’s business support manager by post or email by 9.00 on Monday 22 September 2025. CVs will not be accepted without a completed application form.
Online first interviews will take place week beginning Monday 29 September 2025 with in-person second interviews later that week or the week beginning Monday 6 October 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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St Albans Cathedral is a centre of musical excellence with some of the finest choirs in the country, a magnificent Harrison & Harrison organ and a busy programme of musical events and concerts.
Unlike many cathedrals, St Albans had no historical endowment to support its music. The Music Trust was established in 1995 to ensure a thriving and financially stable musical life at the Cathedral. The Trust is committed to supporting excellent music at the Cathedral and to taking this excellence into the local community in Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire through a partnership programme.
The purpose of this new, part-time role is to develop the strategy, launch and lead the five-year campaign which aims to raise at least £2.75 million for the Music Trust.You will do this by generating sustainable charitable giving from individuals, maintaining and growing our supporter base and developing significant income from major private donors and corporate sponsorship. You will also set up a legacy giving scheme. The Campaign Manager will be responsible for all applications to trusts and foundations. You will work in close collaboration with the Cathedral development team.
Please send your CV and cover letter explaining why you want to work for the Music Trust addressed to:
Mr Charles Naylor – Trustee
St. Albans Cathedral Music Trust
St Albans Cathedral
Cathedral House
Sumpter Yard
St Albans
AL1 1BY
Or by e-mail
When submitting your application, please
indicate the following –
• your availability for first and second round interviews
• your potential start date
Closing date: 1300 on Thursday 18th September 2025
Interviews: First round interviews will be held online in the week commencing 23rd September 2025
Second round interviews will be held in the week commencing 29th Sep 2025
Committed to supporting excellent music at the Cathedral and to taking this excellence into the local community
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager will play a central role in growing high-value income streams and building meaningful relationships with individuals, corporates, and grant-making bodies. Managing a small team and working closely with senior leaders and NHS stakeholders, you will develop and drive forward an ambitious programme of philanthropic fundraising to support the work of Sheffield Hospitals Charity. You will be joining us after the conclusion of the Master Cutler’s Challenge 2025, during which we have developed new relationships with corporates and individuals across the city. In recent months we have appointed a Trusts and Foundations Officer – who you will line-manage – who has a sound pipeline and projects to fundraise for. We also aim to bring in more capacity to this team over the coming 6-12months, to support with corporate and high value individual relationships. In summary, if you have the drive, you will have the opportunity to grow something special from the sound foundations we have laid.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We're looking for a Welfare Manager to take charge of the welfare journey for every dog in our centre. In this pivotal role, you will drive timely, compassionate decisions through expert behavioural and veterinary rehabilitation, ensuring each dog progresses toward their forever home.
What does this role do?
As a Welfare Manager you will:
- Lead, coach and develop a small team to deliver high-quality veterinary care and behaviour modification for dogs in our care.
- Act as a balanced advocate for both behavioural and veterinary needs to achieve the best outcomes for each dog.
- Oversee staff and volunteer training in behaviour and dog handling, ensuring all colleagues work within SOPs, legal, and health & safety guidelines.
- Develop and implement tailored behaviour modification plans for dogs with complex needs and monitor progress towards successful rehoming.
- Support professional development of Behaviour Officers, Dog Welfare Assistants, and Supervisors through mentoring, assessments, and workshops.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure consistent, informed behavioural support before, during, and after rehoming.
Could this be you?
As an accredited clinical dog behaviourist (CCAB, CAB) with extensive experience in canine behaviour and welfare; including behaviour modification, clinical assessment, and risk management, you will have proven expertise in safely handling and rehabilitating dogs across a range of breeds and behavioural profiles. With a strong track record of leading, developing, and managing high-performing teams, you will also be a skilled communicator, able to influence and engage a variety of audiences.
This role has the option of live in onsite.
What do we do?
The Rehoming department is responsible for helping as many dogs as possible find their forever homes, whether they are cared for in our network of Rehoming Centres, in a foster home or by their current owner using the Home Stay scheme. We strive to achieve excellence in our rehoming processes and to ensure the highest standards of veterinary and behaviour care through our highly skilled teams.
If you're passionate about animal welfare and have the leadership skills to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
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About us
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.
About the role
You’ll play a key role in supporting the healthcare professional engagement team. This includes overseeing team activities, database management and managing team inboxes. As well as providing general administrative support to the whole team.
About you
You’re have a strong background with administrative experience. You’ll enjoy working as part of a busy and high performing team and will have excellent organisational skills, with the ability to organize your work effectively and prioritise competing deadline.
Job description and benefits
Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role is primarily based in our London or Sheffield offices. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact the Breast Cancer Now Recruitment team.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.
Closing date: Monday 29 September 2025
Interview date: 6 & 7 October 2025
We reserve the right to close this advert early. Therefore, to avoid disappointment please submit your application as soon as possible, if you’re interested in this opportunity
Turn2us is a national charity tackling poverty and the structural causes of poverty. We work with co-producers and partners to provide people in financial crisis with the means and agency to get back on their feet, build resilience, move forward with their lives and thrive.
The vital work of the charity is partially enabled by income generated through fundraising; from supporter engagement and community events and activities, as well as philanthropic sources, such as trusts and foundations, and major donors.
As Community Fundraising Assistant you’ll play a key role in helping us to engage new and existing supporters as well as helping to deliver first-class stewardship to retain support and build trust. In addition, you will support and help to develop our volunteering programme establishing more connections across our community to raise more voluntary income.
Directly supporting the Community Fundraising Manager and working closely with all of the Supporter Engagement team it would be beneficial, but not necessary, if you have previous experience or an interest in fundraising. Being a confident communicator with a “can-do” approach is essential as well as being able to demonstrate proven administrative and interpersonal skills, the ability to manage a varied workload and be highly organised.
As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to equity, inclusion and diversity and the value people from different backgrounds bring to a team. If, like us, you believe everyone has the right to have enough to live on, and you are ambitious about eradicating financial insecurity, join us and build your career with a charity dedicated to ensuring dignity and equity for all.
Turn2us wants to enable an environment where everyone is kept safe from harm and can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding everyone involved in our charity and the work we do. You can read a safeguarding policy on the Turn2us website.
We offer flexible working patterns, both in terms of hours and remote working. Please note that this role will require the Community Fundraising Assistant to be in the office for a minimum of 2 days a week, to carry out regular posting of fundraising materials and weekly income and donation processing duties.
Please note that all job offers are subject to 2 – 3 satisfactory references and a disclosure satisfactory to Turn2us from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
Closing date: 22nd September 2025 at 09:00AM
Interview date: 7th October 2025
We have one position for a Project Officer, or for the right candidate with relevant experience, a Senior Project Officer.
Hours: full time 37.5 hours per week
Contract: permanent (hybrid working)
Area: predominantly in the East of our region
Could your next career move make a big impact on the environment?
This is an exciting opportunity to work in our Restoring Rivers & Catchments Team, developing and delivering a portfolio of physical enhancement projects on the ground. This role is suitable for an experienced and knowledgeable individual to build on their existing skills, overseeing all stages of river and catchment enhancement projects; from conception to development, design and physical implementation. You can have practical impact and influence on the natural environment creating sustainable and healthy rivers for the future.
The role of a Project Officer
Whilst this role will predominantly be in the East of the region, you will need to be prepared to work all over the South East should the need arise. River enhancement projects will typically include weir removals, fish passage easements (such as rock ramps, nature-like bypasses or technical fish passes) and river re-naturalisation projects (such as habitat enhancements, reconnecting floodplains & palaeochannels, re-meandering, and backwater creation). Catchment management projects are likely to include wetland creation, Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and Natural Flood Management (NFM) measures. We would be interested to know about any experience you have in the above fields when you apply.
Using your freshwater expertise and proven ability, you will proactively lead on smaller and medium scale projects while working closely with other staff, external partners and stakeholders. You will work with the rest of the team, drawing on the experience of more seasoned staff to help your personal career progression and likewise overseeing Assistant Project Officer and imparting your knowledge onto them. Most importantly of all, you will support the whole team, your line manager and the wider organisation.
About you
For this role we are looking for someone who is:
- Able to put their understanding of freshwater aquatic ecosystems to use by designing, overseeing and delivering projects in this environment.
- Able to work across the catchment to support the development and funding of projects.
- A great communicator able to engage and work with multiple stakeholders.
- Happy and able to get involved with the practical hands on physical delivery of the project.
About us
Working at the South East Rivers Trust is rewarding, fulfilling and fast-paced. We are a fast growing Trust looking to expand what we are able to offer our communities, to understand their natural environment, including rare chalk streams, within the South East of England.
We collaborate with energy and professionalism, guided by our values of delivering high-quality work, using expertise and science, building strong relationships, and bringing positivity and integrity to everything we do. If this sounds like the right environment for you - we’d love to hear from you.
Please see our website for full details and job descriptions.
How to apply:
Please see our website for details on how to submit your application:
- a completed SERT Application for Employment form
- Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form (optional)
If you would like to discuss the position please visit our website.
Please note: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We do not sponsor applicants from overseas.
We help rivers thrive again for communities and nature.




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This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to help us increase our income from mid-level and major donors, trusts and foundations, and legacies.
This is an exciting time to join our charity, Cambridge is changing rapidly, and we are working hard to tackle issues such as the loss of nature, climate change and access to green space. We have inspiring new projects to expand habitats and green spaces on the Gog Magog Hills, to create a new wetland at our Coton Reserve, to plant trees and woodlands and to save one of Cambridge’s oldest buildings. Right now, the work of our charity is needed more than ever before, and we need the financial resources to be able to step up and make even more of a difference.
Committed to our causes, you will use your donor cultivation skills to strengthen existing relationships and use your research and networking skills to identify and cultivate new opportunities. Your excellent written and development skills will enable you to work with colleagues to turn their visions into compelling proposals for funders and our wider support base. Your knowledge of fundraising best practice will ensure that we deliver an excellent donor experience.
You will be an effective worker with an eye for detail who can use your experience to fulfil the administrative and reporting requirements of the funds you are helping to raise.
You will work alongside our Membership & Communications Manager and have some support from our Administrative Assistant. You will also be supported in your work by the CEO, trustees, volunteers, and external contractors.
You will be part of a friendly and committed management team where you can make a difference, and your work will have an impact.
Our office is in an 18th century building overlooking the beautiful Wandlebury estate. Wandlebury is located on top of the Gog Magog Hills just south of Cambridge.
To apply, please upload the following:
• Your full CV
• A covering letter telling us how you meet the person specification and job description for this role; also tell us why you would like the job
• Contact details for two referees (who will not be approached without your permission)
• First (online) interviews to be held on 06 and 07 October (please state if you are not available on those dates as we could be flexible)
Closing date for applications: 28 September 2025
If you would like an informal chat about this role, or have any questions, please contact James Littlewood, CEO, via the CPPF office.
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eCommerce Assistant
Manse Lane Warehouse, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire
We are committed to paying the Real Living Wage.
About Us
Yorkshire is one of the regions hardest hit by cancer. Together, we can change this.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is a charity dedicated to funding research so that you and those you love live longer healthier lives, free of cancer.
Thanks to supporters, the charity funds vital cancer research and pioneers innovative new services for people with cancer. These life-giving medical breakthroughs are helping more people survive cancer – in Yorkshire, and beyond.
As an inclusive employer, our aim is to ensure our workforce reflects the rich diversity of our region. We believe a diverse workforce is vital to us taking action to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer more effectively in Yorkshire. We offer equal opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnerships.
The Benefits
We offer all employees a wide range of benefits including an enhanced contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service), flexible working arrangements, private medical insurance, enhanced maternity leave, career progression, learning and development, wellbeing initiatives, offices within walking distance of Hornbeam Park train station, free onsite parking and a whole lot more.
We’ve got a strong set of values that inform everything we do and we’re looking for people who are aligned with these. As our eCommerce Assistant, you will put people in Yorkshire at the heart of everything you do, unite with colleagues and other organisations in this cause, and dare to think big and bold to make positive solutions happen.
The Role
As our eCommerce Assistant, reporting to the eCommerce Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day trading activity of our eCommerce Team. Your focus will be on helping us meet our online sales targets by efficiently listing products and ensuring orders are shipped promptly to our customers. You will also help us to make the most of our premium warehousing space, by keeping our listed products stored in the best possible locations for easy access and smooth operations.
As eCommerce Assistant you will have a passion for generating income for the charity, and a relentless commitment to delivering and exceeding targets to generate income for funding life-saving research.
Specifically, you will:
E-commerce
• Set up warehouse locations for our new goods and products to support sales on our Shopify platform, ensuring they are set up correctly to maintain inventory.
• Support the eCommerce and Product Manager to identify opportunities to improve procedures and systems and support our volunteers with any changes to ways of working.
• Identify innovative new online trading and business opportunities to increase income, ensuring that these are raised with your line manager.
• Ensure all customers are communicated to effectively, and all posting and packaging is completed within prescribed timescales.
• Using ListingMonsterAI, produce listings for our eBay shop, ensuring that your KPIs are met.
• List appropriate items for sale on our Depop and Vinted channels, using your experience and training to establish what items will resonate with the demographics on those platforms.
People management
• Support our team of well-trained volunteers to ensure that they are operating in line with the expectations of the Yorkshire Cancer Research eCommerce team.
• Play a part in the wider eCommerce team and work to ensure that targets are met across the whole function, providing support to peers and managers, as and when required.
Financials
• Deliver the eCommerce budgets and KPIs.
• Consistently deliver the listing targets to ensure that there is a constant flow of new products online to drive interest and maintain the eBay algorithm
Strategic
• Ensure that listings generate brand awareness through adhering to brand guidelines.
• Work with colleagues to monitor supporter journeys for online shop customers.
Relationships
• Create an environment of continued volunteer engagement.
• Professionally represent Yorkshire Cancer Research as an ambassador in working relationships with external partners.
• Champion and role model excellence in customer and supporter experience and engagement within your team.
About You
To be considered for this role, you will need:
· To be educated to GCSE or equivalent level qualification.
· To have a proven track record in, or passion for, eCommerce.
· To have a full UK driving licence, access to own vehicle and ability to travel across Yorkshire.
· To have experience of sales target delivery.
· To have experience of identifying process inefficiencies.
· To have a good understanding of eCommerce platforms including, but not limited to, eBay, Depop, Vinted and Shopify.
· To be familiar with eBay's policies.
· To be able to work at pace.
· To be able to communicate effectively at all levels with internal and external stakeholders.
· To have excellent organisation skills and ability to plan and manage priorities.
· To be able to work independently and as part of a team.
· To have the ability to understand and analyse sales figures.
Application
Before applying, please visit our Careers Page to view the full role profile and find out more about working for Yorkshire Cancer Research.
To apply please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Claire Wooldridge, Head of People, before 24 September 2025. Please read our privacy notice before applying.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is a responsible and flexible employer. We welcome any discussion for flexible working at the interview/offer stage where we will consider an individual’s circumstances against the needs of the charity.
We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. If we can make any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact the Recruitment Team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Title: Human Resources Lead.
Reports to: Head of Operations.
Responsible for: No direct reports at this time.
Employer: Norfolk Rivers Trust (NRT).
Location: Office at Bayfield near Holt with opportunity for flexible working. However, it is important that the role holder is able to build culture and employee experience and be demonstrably participative in office life and organisational culture development. Visits across Norfolk and surrounding catchments with mileage expenses £0.45 per mile.
Job term: This is a permanent 0.6 FTE position. The appointment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Hours of work: 22.5 hours over a minimum of three days between Monday and Friday. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required, for which time off in lieu can be taken. No overtime will be paid.
Annual leave entitlement: 25 days plus public holidays (pro rata for part time).
Salary: £36,874.00 - £41,019.00 (0.6 FTE) dependant on experience.
Pension: NRT offers a contributory pension scheme and will pay 9% of salary subject to 6% employee contribution.
Driving licence and vehicle: All applicants must have a full driving licence and access to their own transport with business insurance.
Right to work in UK: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
About the HR Lead role
As Norfolk Rivers Trust’s first dedicated HR professional, the HR Lead will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing effective people practices that align with the organisation’s culture, values, and strategic objectives. Collaborating closely with the Senior Management Team and Line Managers, the HR Lead will offer expert guidance and operational support across the entire employee lifecycle.
This standalone, hands-on position requires a proactive self-starter who is confident in establishing new processes and adaptable to the needs of a small but growing organisation. The role is diverse and dynamic, ranging from advising managers on complex employee matters, enhancing recruitment practices, updating policies, to leading wellbeing initiatives.
Above all, the HR Lead will be instrumental in nurturing the Trust’s positive, values-driven culture, making it an exceptional place to work. Acting as the central point of contact for all people related matters, the HR Lead will also support the Senior Management Team in developing and delivering a long-term people strategy.
Although standalone, access to an external professional HR sounding board, HR advice and link to employment law advice will be available.
Key duties and responsibilities
HR Policy and Compliance
- Develop, implement, monitor and maintain HR policies and procedures ensuring they comply with employment legislation and reflect best practice.
- Ensure policies are communicated clearly and are accessible to all staff.
- Regularly review policies to ensure alignment with the culture and strategic direction of the Trust.
Employee Relations
- Provide guidance to managers on a range of employee relations matters including absence management, performance concerns, disciplinary and grievance processes, flexible working, and annual leave.
- Ensure processes are legally compliant, fair, and consistent.
- Coordinate complex or sensitive employee relations casework in collaboration with line managers and external advisors where appropriate.
Line Manager Support
- Act as a key advisor to line managers, providing coaching, tools and resources to help them manage their teams effectively.
- Deliver training and guidance on key HR topics (e.g. performance management, recruitment best practice, probation and employee wellbeing).
Recruitment and Onboarding
- Manage the recruitment process, reviewing job descriptions, advertising vacancies, shortlisting applications, overseeing interview process.
- Ensure inclusive and equitable recruitment practices are followed.
- Manage new starter onboarding, ensuring new starters have a positive and structured induction experience.
Employee Lifecycle Administration
- Oversee all HR administration, including issuing contracts, processing changes to employment and managing leavers.
- Maintain accurate and up to date HR records and use NRT’s HR database to ensure compliance with data protection and GDPR requirements.
Performance and Development
- Coordinate the performance review process (including appraisal, probation and the annual staff survey), providing support to managers to ensure a consistent approach.
- Develop and support the implementation of learning and development policy and initiatives, including career development plans and staff skills audits.
Systems and Payroll
· Implement and maintain a HR management system.
- Liaise with the Finance team to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, including salary changes, benefits and statutory deductions to administer payroll and payroll records.
HR Data and Reporting
- Produce HR data and reports (e.g. staff turnover, absence, diversity data) to feed into the management team and use data to make recommendations regarding future practice.
- Use HR data to identify trends and make recommendations for improving people management practices.
Strategic HR Support
- Participate in the implementation of specific projects, procedures, and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the organisation (e.g. workforce planning, reward, and staff engagement).
- Promote and drive delivery of the Trust’s equity, diversity, and inclusion priorities, through advice monitoring and collaboration.
- Work with Senior Management Team to contribute to and drive HR strategy development and implementation, including reward strategy, recruitment and selection strategies, talent and succession planning, alignment between HR strategy and business goals, supporting change management processes.
Health, Safety and Wellbeing
- Collaborate with designated health and safety leads to develop and implement systems and procedures to create a safe working environment, drawing on specialist advice as appropriate.
- Ensure HR-related policies and processes reflect the organisation’s duty of care to staff, including wellbeing initiatives and support systems.
Other
- Other duties as necessary.
- Clear commitment to the vision and values of Norfolk Rivers Trust.
Employee benefits:
Employee assistance programme.
Free eye test and support with cost of glasses.
Enhanced leave policies including maternity, paternity and sickness.
Excellent pension scheme.
Flexible working opportunities.
Application process
To apply, please send your completed Job Application Form, Equal Opportunities Monitoring Information Form and a covering letter/email to by 9.00 on Monday 29th September 2025.
Interviews will take place on Monday 6th October or Tuesday 7th October in person or on Teams.
Second interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 13th October in person.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week or part time 30 hours per week
Salary: £30,371 - £39,716 (pro rata for part time working)
Contract: Permanent (hybrid working)
Area of work: Predominantly in the west of our area (may be required to assist across other parts of the South East).
Are you passionate about connecting people with nature and empowering communities to protect rivers? Do you have experience delivering engaging volunteering and citizen science programmes that inspire real environmental action? Join us and play a pivotal role in restoring rare chalk streams, and other river habitats.
About the Role
SERT’s ambition is to reach as many people as possible in the South East, to teach and show them the importance of rivers in the environment, and how everyone can play a part in restoring them. We also want to be more reflective of the diverse communities who live in the South East, and build partnerships within these communities to reach a broader audience.
This role will lead the development and delivery of volunteering and community outreach activities that connect people with their local rivers. Activities will include practical volunteering such as river clean-ups, planting days, and invasive species control, as well as citizen science, guided walks, and community workshops.
About you
For this role we are looking for someone who is:
- A self starter who is able to research, approach and secure funds for developing your programme of delivery.
- Enjoys and has a demonstrable experience writing, organising and managing a programme for volunteers and communities.
- Enjoys seeking out new opportunities and funding as well as keeping your existing volunteers engaged.
- A people person, who is able to plan, organise and multi task. You can think on your feet whilst being adaptable to varying situations, always remaining calm.
- Deeply passion and understanding of our natural environment and enjoy outdoor activities.
About us
Working at the South East Rivers Trust is rewarding, fulfilling and fast-paced. We are a fast growing Trust looking to expand what we are able to offer our communities, to understand their natural environment, including rare chalk streams, within the South East of England. We collaborate with energy and professionalism, guided by our values of delivering high-quality work, using expertise and science, building strong relationships, and bringing positivity and integrity to everything we do. If this sounds like the right environment for you - we’d love to hear from you.
Please visit our website for more information.
How to apply:
You will need to email the following documents in (details are on our website) :
- Your CV
- a completed SERT Application for Employment - please specify if you are interested in full-time or part-time working.
- Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form (optional)
The deadline for application is 11:59pm on Sunday 21st September 2025. We reserve the right to close the recruitment early.
Interviews will be potentially w.c. 29th September 2025.
If you would like to discuss the position please visit our website for more information on how to do this.
Please note: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We do not have a sponsorship licence for overseas applicants.
All applicants must have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
We help rivers thrive again for communities and nature.




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Fundraising and Marketing Assistant
We are looking for a Fundraising and Marketing Assistant to join our small, passionate team in this hybrid working role.
This is an exciting opportunity to help deliver our ambitious fundraising and marketing strategies, expanding our reach and impact in the community.
Position: Fundraising and Marketing Assistant
Location: Leigh Park, Hampshire – Hybrid (50% office-based)
Salary: £15,795 - £16,380 per annum (£25,974 - £26,936 FTE)
Hours: Part time (22.5 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 6th October 2025 at 11.59pm
The Role
This new role will enhance our fundraising and marketing activities, connecting with diverse audiences including young people, families, professionals, and supporters. You will create compelling digital content, manage our website, social media, and email campaigns, and support donor stewardship and fundraising administration using our CRM system (Donorfy).
You will:
- Create and manage engaging content across website, social media, and email campaigns.
- Support donor and community fundraiser stewardship, ensuring excellent relationship management.
- Assist with small and medium-sized trust and grant applications.
- Analyse digital performance to inform and improve strategies.
- Maintain and enhance our website and CRM database.
If you are creative, proactive, and driven by purpose, and you enjoy both content creation and using data to amplify impact, we would love to hear from you.
About You
We are seeking someone with excellent communication skills, a flair for digital content, and an interest in supporting our mission.
You will have:
- Experience in a communications or marketing role.
- Experience creating content across websites, social media, and email marketing.
- Skills in using platforms such as Canva, Mailchimp, and JustGiving.
- Strong writing, editing, and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a busy environment.
Desirable:
- Experience supporting fundraising initiatives and donor stewardship.
- Knowledge of CRM systems, preferably Donorfy.
- Experience creating multimedia content such as videos and graphics.
Benefits Include:
- Work laptop for hybrid working.
- Generous annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Flexible start and finish times (between 8am–6pm).
- Flexible hours for appointments and caring responsibilities.
- 3% employer pension contribution (if eligible).
- Paid sick leave.
About the organisation:
This charity is based in Leigh Park, Hampshire, dedicated to supporting young people and families. We provide a range of services including counselling, advice, outreach, and community engagement. Our goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve, and we are proud to be a trusted, specialist charity in our community.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Marketing Assistant, Fundraising Assistant, Communications Officer, Digital Marketing Executive, Fundraising Officer, Marketing and Fundraising Coordinator, Communications and Fundraising Assistant.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Part time Personal Assistant- (28 hrs a week, Sustainability Charity, once a week into the London office)
The Organisation
Our client is a purpose-driven organisation that works at the forefront of responsible investment. Through research, campaigns and investor engagement, they seek to drive long-term positive outcomes across the financial system. They support a range of initiatives focused on social and environmental impact, with a dynamic and collaborative team culture.
The Role
An experienced and highly organised Personal Assistant is sought to provide proactive support to three members of the senior Leadership Team. This is a critical role that will enable the Directors to focus on strategic priorities by ensuring efficient and seamless operational support. The post-holder will be confident working across multiple diaries and systems and able to build trust quickly with colleagues and stakeholders.
Responsibilities will include diary and inbox management, meeting coordination, document drafting, travel arrangements and general executive support. The role will also involve acting as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, handling correspondence with discretion and professionalism. There will also be opportunities to support wider team operations and assist the Executive Assistant as needed.
The Candidate
The successful candidate will bring prior experience in a Personal Assistant role supporting multiple senior leaders. You will be highly organised, calm under pressure and adept at managing competing demands. Strong written and verbal communication skills, alongside excellent attention to detail and discretion in handling confidential matters, are essential.
You will be confident using Microsoft Office, diary and inbox management tools, and supporting hybrid meetings via platforms such as Zoom or Teams. The ability to work independently, use initiative, and demonstrate sound judgement is key. Experience in the non-profit or charity sector, and familiarity with tools like Salesforce or Cascade, would be advantageous but not essential.
Application Process
Please apply immediately or for further information, contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.