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The Head of Research and Policy is a key role within the Trust, overseeing its programme of policy-focused research on social mobility and educational inequalities. The Trust has published over 300 pieces of research since 1997, including many highly influential reports which have achieved widespread media coverage and attention among policy makers. This is an exciting opportunity to play a meaningful part in effecting change for disadvantaged young people, in a rapidly evolving policy landscape
The role sits within our integrated Communications, Research and Policy team, where we see communications and advocacy working hand in hand with generating robust evidence. As Head you will oversee a small research team producing original research internally, as well as commissioning work from external researchers and organisations. You will develop proposals and design research projects, as well as recommendations for policy and practice.
We are looking for someone with a deep interest in issues of educational equity, social mobility and increasing opportunity. You will combine a commitment to methodologically robust research with a passion for clear, impactful communication of findings and an eye for practical learnings.
Main duties
Research
- Leading the Trust’s portfolio of research, with the Director of Research and Policy, ensuring a regular and varied programme of policy-relevant research, including responsibility for its quality and accuracy.
- Overseeing colleagues and external organisations responsible for individual reports.
- Ensuring that Sutton Trust reports are accessible to practitioners and policy makers; editing and preparing reports for publication.
- Developing new ideas for research in consultation with the Director, as well as other Sutton Trust colleagues and external stakeholders.
- Authoring one or more original data-rich research reports each year, where appropriate
- Managing the day-to-day work of two Research and Policy Managers, including pastoral support. Management of other team members as appropriate, and recruitment where relevant.
- Working with the Development team to identify possible funders and develop fundraising proposals and secure funding for the team’s work.
- Management of the research budget, ensuring value for money.
Policy and impact
- Working with the Director of Research and Policy and colleagues, as well as external experts, to develop credible recommendations and policy proposals that help advance the Trust’s social mobility agenda.
- Working with Communications and Public Affairs team members to develop messaging and content for disseminating and publicising the Trust’s research findings and policy recommendations.
- Working with the Head of Communications and Public Affairs and other colleagues to support the advocacy work of the Trust, including responding to government consultations.
- Undertaking advocacy work, as required, with MPs’ staff, civil servants, special advisers and other policy makers.
- Representing the Trust externally at events, conferences, and with donors and other supporters, as well as through news media - both broadcast appearances and thought leadership articles.
- Working with colleagues in the Programmes team to ensure exchange of knowledge and expertise across teams
Other
- Reporting to the Senior Leadership Team and Trustee Board, where required.
- Other duties as necessary from time to time
Person Specification
We welcome applications from individuals who have:
- Significant experience designing and delivering impactful original research which is robust and policy relevant
- Strong analytical skills and understanding of research methods, particularly quantitative research, and is fluent in data analysis software such as R/SPSS/Stata/Python.
- Experience leading, managing or commissioning research delivered by others
- Experience securing funding for research projects
- A qualification in a numerate discipline, including education, economics, statistics, or similar discipline in the social or natural sciences, either at degree or postgraduate level, or comparable experience.
- An understanding of the British educational system and issues related to social mobility and inequality.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and analytical skills
- Line management experience
- High degree of initiative and the ability to lead a programme of work
- Excellent attention to detail
- Personable, flexible and discreet; able to fit into a small team in a fast-paced environment
We are also looking for an individual who:
- Is sympathetic to the aims of the Trust and its mission to address educational disadvantage
- Has knowledge and experience of the higher education and/or education sectors, as well as government and the public policy environment
- Has experience communicating research in the media
- Has first-class interpersonal skills - a natural ambassador able to represent the Sutton Trust in a range of settings
- Is eligible to work in the UK (see here for information about right to work)
Terms of Appointment
- Salary: £56,000-£64,000 per annum, dependent on experience
- Contract: Full time, Permanent
- Working location: Minimum of 2 office days per week
- Hours: The standard working hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and may also be required to attend events / meetings outside of their normal working hours during weekday evenings and occasionally at weekends
- DBS check may be required
- Office location: The Sutton Trust, 9th Floor, Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank, London, SW1P 4QP. Our home working policy gives staff the option to work from home for up to 60% of the time, with approval from their line manager.
Interviews
Applications should reach us by 10am, Wednesday 21st May , with first round interviews held on Thursday, 29th May and Friday 30th May, and second round interviews held on Tuesday, 10th June and Wednesday, 11th June. Both interview rounds will be held at our London offices.
Safeguarding statement
The Sutton Trust believes that a child, young person or vulnerable adult should never experience abuse of any kind. We all have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children and young people and to keep them safe. Therefore all posts undergo a safer recruitment process, including but not limited to, disclosure of criminal records where necessary and eligibility to work in the UK. We have procedures in place to promote safeguarding and a safe culture at the Trust.
Contextual recruitment
The Trust is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and that all applicants receive equal consideration for employment. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those underrepresented at present at the Trust, to apply for this role. As such we particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds. We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work and know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the young people we support.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates throughout our recruitment process and during employment.
We also operate contextual recruitment at the Sutton Trust. Our application process gives you the option to include information about your background, such as whether you were eligible for free school meals, whether your parents went to university, or whether you attended a state school. For more examples and information on contextual recruitment, please see our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Finance Officer will join a small and dynamic team that covers Finance, Human Resources, IT and Business Operations. The Finance & Operations team play a critical role by running the day-to-day operations and providing the infrastructure that enables the continued delivery of the Trust’s mission and objectives.
The Sutton Trust is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Finance Officer to join the team and provide crucial support on a range of key finance processes. This is a fast-paced and hands-on role that requires an understanding of basic finance processes. You can expect a steep learning curve in a passionate and supportive working environment.
We have recently introduced a new accounting system and are looking for someone who is willing to learn, make the most of the improved technology and contribute to automating (and improving) our finance processes. If you are up for a challenge, enthusiastic and keen to contribute your ideas, then come on this journey with us.
Main duties
- Maintaining the Purchase Ledger including processing supplier invoices, staff expense claims, grant and bursary payments, reconciling statements and making the relevant payments
- Maintaining the Sales Ledger including raising invoices and allocating receipts
- Cash management including checking bank transactions daily, allocating transactions on the accounting system and producing regular bank reconciliations. Paying in cheques and reconciling floats, if required
- Maintaining accurate records of both unrestricted and restricted fund transactions including receipts, grants, staff expenses, overheads and cash
- Providing timely and accurate financial support to the Programmes, Development and Research teams to assist them with forecasting, budgeting, reconciliation and (donor) reporting
- Supporting with the month end procedures such as balance sheet reconciliations, depreciation, month end adjustments, salary and overhead allocations
- Gathering monthly payroll information and reviewing monthly payroll reports
- Assisting with the administration of the pension scheme and of employee benefits
- Preparing quarterly Gift Aid claims and maintaining the relevant supporting documentation
- Assisting with the year-end statutory accounts preparation, audit and budget setting process
- Ensuring that the filing is done in a timely manner and that all paperwork is up to date
- Proactively updating your own knowledge in relation to the role, identifying and undertaking appropriate training
- Keeping up to date with legislation, policies and procedures relevant to the role and the Trust’s work
- Contributing to continuous process improvement efforts and suggesting ways to further automate tasks with the new accounting system
- Assist with creating finance procedure notes for the new accounting system.
- Other duties as necessary from time to time
Person Specification
Skills and Experience
We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate:
- Excellent numeracy skills and strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task
- Sound understanding of double entry book-keeping including month end adjustments
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Confidentiality
And who is:
- AAT qualified, holds a similar qualification or is working towards qualification
In addition, experience in the following areas will help you to stand out. However, this is not required, and training will be provided if needed for the right candidate:
- Experience of working in a busy finance department with responsibility for similar tasks
- Experience of working in the education or not-for-profit sector
- Experience of working with Xledger or equivalent accounting software
Competencies
- Sympathetic to the aims of the Trust and its mission to address educational disadvantage
- A flexible and adaptable approach to accommodate the varying aspects of the role, able to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently, with a high degree of initiative
- Has excellent attention to detail
- Quick learner with a proactive approach to problem solving
Other
- Is eligible to work in the UK (see here for information about right to work)*
*Please note that we are unfortunately not a licensed visa sponsor.
Terms of Appointment
- Contract: Full-time, Permanent (part-time considered)
- Salary: £33,000-£36,000
- Office location: The Sutton Trust, 9th Floor, Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank, London, SW1P 4QP. Our home working policy gives staff the option to work from home for up to 60% of the time, with approval from their line manager.
- Hours: The standard working hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and may also be required to attend events / meetings outside of their normal working hours during weekday evenings and occasionally at weekends
- A DBS check may be required
Interviews
Applications should reach us by midday, Thursday 22nd May, with first round interviews held at our London offices in the week commencing 2nd June, and second round interviews held over Zoom in the week commencing 9th June.
Safeguarding statement
The Sutton Trust believes that a child, young person or vulnerable adult should never experience abuse of any kind. We all have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children and young people and to keep them safe. Therefore all posts undergo a safer recruitment process, including but not limited to, disclosure of criminal records where necessary and eligibility to work in the UK. We have procedures in place to promote safeguarding and a safe culture at the Trust.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Department: Programmes
Reports to: Head of Programmes
Location: Home-based, with travel across England, Scotland, and Wales
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday plus England bank holidays
- Employer pension contribution up to 5%
- Life insurance, critical illness cover & private health benefits
- 37.5-hour workweek
Note: This role requires travel with overnight stays across England, Scotland, and Wales.
About British Gas Energy Trust (BGET)
British Gas Energy Trust (BGET) supports individuals and families across England, Scotland, and Wales who are struggling with energy debt and financial hardship. This is an exciting opportunity to support the effective management of the Trust’s third party funded organisation grant programmes across England, Scotland and Wales
Key Responsibilities
· To act as the managerial point of contact between the Trust’s Grantees & the Trust ensuring programme materials up to date.
· To create documentation linked to grant programmes, such as Applications, Review Templates, Scoring Matrix and Grant Agreements.
· Build & manage positive “listening & learning” relationships with organisational grant applicants.
· Help ensure BGET learns from best practice delivery, and identify, recognize & respond to issues or opportunities as they arise.
· Undertaking both face to face and virtual monitoring visits as part of the project initiation, ongoing KPI and impact evaluation process, creating comprehensive follow-up reports and end of year reports.
· Ensure visibility & assurance of current policies and practice are in place with funded entities, identifying any risk to the Trust e.g. Safeguarding & Data Protection.
· Collect communication materials and help the Trust to amplify the voices of the organisations we support.
· In-put to the day-to-day contractual relationship with our Grant Management System provider, keeping data current and identifying improvements.
Reporting & Contract Management:
· Help ensure that organisations are supported to meet their obligations under their grant agreement, including KPIs and other reporting tools. Including identifying risks to delivery and supporting the grantee to help resolve any challenges with delivery that impact on the grant obligations.
· Collate comprehensive and clear feedback, data and information to monitor performance and impact on an ongoing and regular basis.
· Input into coordination, collection and analysis of Ofgem end of year reporting information.
· Ensure all data collection aligned to current Data Protection regulations and use and storage of data is in line with the Trust’s own policies and provide reassurance to the CEO and Board.
· Prepare clear and informative monthly programme updates and support the preparation of quarterly programme reports to the Board to clearly evidence operational delivery across the grant portfolio.
· Ensure that the outcomes and KPI information are used to create impact reports during the contract period.
· Conduct monitoring visits to funded projects, (in person and online) ensuring accurate briefing notes and write up of meetings are compiled and logged appropriately.
· Establish clear reporting systems with each grant organisation and ensure accurate notes of quarterly meetings with portfolio of projects.
· Work with Finance to ensure grant funds are expended in line with grant agreements and any regulatory requirements.
· Ensure accurate data is in place for year-end reporting.
Knowledge Sharing
· Identify and develop opportunities for the organisational grant applicants to work collaboratively and share learning.
· Create and deliver events for our projects either online or annually at our Annual Advisors Gathering.
· Ensure case studies and other content is collated from the projects to share through our channels.
Person Specification:
Skills and Knowledge:
Essential:
· Strong project management skills, with relevant project management software training.
· Good written communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
· Strong at operational and project management with the ability to meet deadlines.
· Accuracy and attention to detail with a methodical approach.
· Flexible approach to changing circumstances, prepared to re-order priorities as required.
· Practical “can do” approach with ability to manage multiple work streams.
· Highly adept at Office 365 and Excel, technically confident in managing Grant Management systems.
· Significant experience monitoring grant programmes including KPI reporting, assessment and write-up.
· Excellent written communication skills, with an ability to communicate with confidence to a wide range of individuals and audiences.
· Excellent analytical & numerical skills with the ability to interpret data and share insights.
Desirable:
· Stakeholder management experience
Experience:
· A proven track record of managing effective operational delivery of impact focused grant making projects or programmes. Including grant programme design.
· Experience of developing and managing positive, equitable partnerships.
· Responsibility for managing our Grant Management System including establishing reporting systems and dashboards for the Senior Leadership Team and Board.
This role is an opportunity to make a real difference in communities across the UK, working directly with organisations that deliver tangible support to those who need it most. If you are passionate about tackling fuel poverty and have the skills to drive a high-impact programmes initiative, we encourage you to apply.
Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship and the successful candidate must hold the right to work in the United Kingdom.
A basic DBS check is a requirement of this role.
* We are not accepting requests to work with third party recruiters for this or any other vacancy. *
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Shoreditch Trust is recruiting for a Community Builder, to build relationships with residents, community leaders and organisations in the City of London in order to:
- Facilitate engagement into We Connect and wider programmes
- Build community leadership opportunities
- Reduce social isolation and loneliness
- Improve wellbeing
- Working effectively with clients from Bangladeshi and Spanish-speaking South American communities.
Fluency in Bengali (particularly the Sylheti dialect) and/or Spanish is essential for this role, as you will be required to communicate effectively with clients from Bangladeshi and Spanish-speaking South American communities.
To continue being fully representative of our Neighbourhoods, we are particularly keen to hear from people from diverse communities, from bilingual candidates and from people with strong links to East London generally.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a team that values equality, connection, compassion and independence
- Contribute to meaningful change in the community
- Enjoy extensive training opportunities and staff support programs
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Partnership Experience Manager (Maternity Cover)
Salary: £38,814 - £44,581 pro-rata (depending on experience and FTE)
Contract: 12 months fixed-term contract (Maternity Cover- might be potentially extended)
Start Date: Date to be agreed (potentially August)
Location: This is currently a blended-working role with two in-office days (Tuesday-Thursday) during term time and the flexibility to work from home during school holidays. Occasional travel to schools and events will be required.
We will consider reduced office days for a successful candidate based in one of our target regions across the North and Midlands. If this might be relevant for you we are happy to explore in a conversation with you before or during the recruitment process.
We are currently based at Resource for London near Holloway Road station, however, our office will be moving to another location in London in the coming months.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Our core hours are 09:30 - 16:00 from Monday to Friday. This role can be either full-time or part-time (0.8 FTE minimum) and we are open to flexible working requests.
Benefits of working for Challenge Partners
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Work-life balance
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Annual leave
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Employer pension contributions
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Health and wellbeing support
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Training and development
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Family-friendly policies
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Connection and celebration
About the role
You will play a key role in driving the continuous improvement and growth of our national partnership through deepening the quality and impact of our local collaboration hubs. You will also oversee the day-to-day running of hubs of our schools and trusts, which includes holding responsibility for the operations of the Partnerships Team and working closely with the Partnership Lead to ensure that all hubs, schools and trusts have an excellent experience with Challenge Partners.
You will also oversee the implementation of the organisation’s Account Management strategy, working closely with members of the Leadership Team to implement our strategy for effective partnership experience (our term for account management and customer service) for our partner schools and trusts. This includes holding some key strategic relationships, representing the organisation at external meetings and overseeing partner experience operations.
Key Responsibilities
The Partnership Experience Manager will have the following key areas of responsibility and will be expected to undertake other responsibilities commensurate with the role as requested:
Strategic Leadership and Management - Hub Quality and Impact
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Develop and lead our strategy to improve the quality and impact of Challenge Partners’ Hubs, continuing to develop high performing hubs and supporting rapid improvement in new and emerging hubs
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Deliver, grow and evaluate the impact of our hub-led programmes: Middle Leaders’ Quality Assurance Review and Leadership Residency Programme
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Oversee the continuous improvement of national Knowledge Exchange and Areas of Excellence
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Lead a Hub Quality and Impact team, including all central team hub owners and executive hub links, through providing clarity on the Hub Quality and Impact strategy and operations.
Strategic Leadership and Management - Partnership Experience and Communications
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Develop and lead the implementation of our Account Management strategy ensuring that accounts are given the attention needed to ensure a smooth experience and high satisfaction rates
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Oversee Customer Care processes across the organisation, guaranteeing that any issues are resolved in a professional and timely manner
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Oversee whole partnership communications, including half termly partnership newsletters
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Develop and maintain effective stakeholder relationships (Senior Partners, Hub Managers, trust CEOs) with your allocated key accounts to ensure that regular dialogue with them informs the strategy and continuous improvement in our support of hub quality and partner experience
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Act as an ambassador for Challenge Partners, representing the organisation externally where required
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Lead an Account Management approach through providing clarity on the account management strategy and operations.
Oversight of partner experience and hub management operations
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Line management of the Partnership Lead and one or two Partnership Co-ordinators
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Team leadership of the Hub Quality and Impact and Account Management teams, delegating tasks appropriately
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Work closely with the Partnership Lead to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of all hubs
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Act as a point of escalation for any issues across hubs
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Identify hubs at risk, and lead on creating sustainable solutions with team members
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Work closely with the Finance Team to facilitate our invoicing processes for each academic year
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Oversee hub funding processes across all hubs, proactively considering any changes needed in line with Hub Quality work
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Oversee Pricing Governance processes
Leadership Responsibilities for all Managers
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Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture.
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Provide coaching and mentorship to develop team members’ potential.
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Drive innovation and professional development, aligning with Challenge Partners’ vision and growth strategy.
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Collaborate with Managers across teams to align efforts, ensuring a seamless experience for our school and trust partners.
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Contribute to organisational strategy, future planning, and priorities as part of the middle leadership team.
General Responsibilities
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Champion Challenge Partners’ vision, values, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Take ownership of personal development and actively contribute to team learning.
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Work flexibly, undertaking additional duties as required.
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Maintain high standards of health, safety, and welfare for yourself and others.
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Attend events and external meetings, which may require travel and occasional overnight stays.
Person Specification
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Strong commitment to Challenge Partners vision and mission.
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Proven track record in strategic leadership and managing key external relationships.
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Knowledge and experience of the education sector.
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Excellent interpersonal skills used to build positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Experience in leading teams and developing others (formal line management experience is not required if transferable people management skills can be demonstrated).
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Proactive in improving processes, identifying risks and solving problems.
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Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and adapt to changing needs
How to apply
Please submit your application on Applied by 10am on Monday 19th May 2025. You will be asked to upload your CV and answer five competency and scenario-based application questions.
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First round of interviews (remote)- wlc 26th May 2025 (Specific dates TBC)
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Second round of interviews (face-to-face)- wlc 2nd June 2025 (Specific dates TBC)
A note on AI
At Challenge Partners, we are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process. We don’t use Artificial Intelligence (AI) for recruitment - applications are reviewed by members of the team and we use blind shortlisting to mitigate potential bias and ensure all candidates are considered on merit.
Whilst we recognise that AI can be a useful tool for tasks like proofreading, we encourage you to share genuine examples from your own experience so we can better understand your unique skills and perspective. Authenticity is important to us and we want to hear your voice throughout the application process.
DEI Statement
Challenge Partners is committed to further enhancing diversity, equity and inclusion within our team and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Safeguarding Statement
Challenge Partners is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, beneficiaries and staff. We expect all employees, consultants and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment or contracts with us are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and references.
No agencies please.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
JOB PURPOSE
Based within the global Fundraising team, the Programme Fundraising Manager will generate sustainable income and play a pivotal role in delivering fundraising strategies to support the mission and objectives of Lumos, including the 10-year ambition to be launched in November 2025.
Working with country programmes in Colombia, Kenya, Moldova and Ukraine, as well as the global system change programme, the postholder will manage a portfolio of donors and prospective donors, positioning Lumos to secure new and repeat funding from charitable trusts, foundations and institutions. The role will also provide advice and support to the wider Fundraising team, building team capacity and writing compelling proposals to engage High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI) and other funders in Lumos programmes.
We are looking for a skilled relationship-builder and strategic thinker who has strong writing skills and experience working with donors. The postholder will work closely with colleagues across Programmes, Communications, Operations, and Finance, and act as a trusted partner to senior leaders across the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive fundraiser to make a tangible impact on children’s lives globally.
KEY OBJECTIVES
Prospecting & Engagement
- Develop and manage a pipeline of short, medium and longer-term prospects for each programme area under the 10-year ambition through research, strategic positioning and targeted outreach
- Identify new funding opportunities and support programme teams to align donor interests with Lumos’ work, collaborating with colleagues to develop tailored approaches
- Project manage programme fundraising appeals (e.g. targeted Trust mailings) in coordination with the Programmes and Communications teams
- Stay informed of philanthropic trends and share donor insights across teams
- Represent Lumos in relevant networks and platforms to raise our profile and pursue funding opportunities.
Proposal Development
- Lead the development of high-quality, high-value proposals to secure new and repeat awards from charitable trusts, foundations, and institutional donors
- Work closely with Programme teams to shape and package funding propositions
- Draft compelling funding proposals and marketing materials as needed, including for HNWI
- Ensure proposals meet donor and internal requirements, in compliance with quality assurance, risk management, and sign-off processes
- Support the development of collaborative, efficient proposal development systems.
Awards Management
- Support senior leaders in managing key donor relationships through tactical advice, briefings, and pitch preparation
- Build and steward a portfolio of current and prospective donors, ensuring a high-quality engagement experience
- Work with internal teams to stay informed about funding gaps and strategic priorities
- Develop tools and guidance to support programme delivery teams in meeting donor requirements during implementation
- Contribute to organisation-wide funding management best practices and systems.
Reporting
· Coordinate timely, accurate and engaging donor reports that programme achievements and challenges in a strategic way, ensuring full compliance with donor rules and expectations
- Maintain up-to-date donor information, activity logs and opportunities in Salesforce
- Provide colleagues with donor insights to support planning, collaboration and engagement
- As required, produce internal reports on fundraising against income targets.
Other
- Build strong working relationships across all teams and levels of the organisation
- Actively contribute to team meetings, planning sessions and cross-team initiatives
- Stay informed about developments in child rights, child protection and care reform
- Support the delivery of strategic fundraising priorities
Occasional international travel may be required (1-2 trips per year) depending on programme priorities and donor needs.
The Programme Fundraising Manager currently has no line management responsibility; however, the team is expected to grow in the coming years and the role may expand to manage and build the capacity of 1-2 fundraisers.
MANDATORY SAFEGUARDING OBJECTIVES
Lumos is committed to ensuring the safety and protection of children, adults at risk and the wider communities in which we work. All staff and associates must:
· Carry out all duties with an awareness and understanding of the Safeguarding requirements within the area of responsibility.
· Ensure work complies with all safeguarding policies and procedures
· Ensure the that their behaviours and actions support the safeguarding of children, adults at risk and others and are in line with Lumos policies relating to conduct
Additionally, the Programme Fundraising Manager is expected to:
· Ensure the required standards relating to safeguarding best practices/protocols are effectively communicated, monitored and maintained within the area of responsibility
· Lead by example in respect to ensuring safeguarding principles and practices are appropriately applied
· Identify and escalate any gaps or improvements necessary for effective safeguarding in conjunction with the Senior Safeguarding Manager and Designated Safeguarding Lead for the area of responsibility
To apply please attach your CV and Cover letter to your application.
All applications need to be submitted before the closing date of 16th May 2025.
To realise every child’s right to a family by transforming care systems around the world.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
IT and Data Manager
Remote
£56,000 - £61,000 per annum, depending on experience
Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours/ week
Closing Date – 19th May 2025
1st Interview – 29th May 2025 (Remote)
Stakeholder Interview – 2nd- 4th June 2025 (Remote)
2nd interview – 5th June 2025 (location to be confirmed)
The purpose of the role is to lead an outstanding IT service across the Trust and cultivate a high performing team that supports all staff, people we support and other stakeholders.
Reporting to the Resource Director, the role will be key in supporting the digital transformation agenda, providing IT and data expertise that will enable higher quality of life for adults with learning disabilities and maximise efficiencies within the services that we provide.
Main Responsibilities
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Developing the IT strategy in alignment with the Trust wide strategic goals and evolving digital transformation priorities;
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Oversee the Trust’s approach to Cyber security, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice. Being the subject matter expert for the organisation.
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Oversee the Trust’s data and privacy framework, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other data protection laws and training and educating staff as required on data protection measures;
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Lead, mentor and develop the IT team of four, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement;
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Prepare and manage the IT department budget, optimising resource allocation to achieve maximum value and efficiency and ensuring the team is equipped with the necessary skills and resources;
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Oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of the Trust’s IT systems;
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Providing IT expertise and advice for the software owners across the Charity including supporting the development of management reporting using Power BI;
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Support the development of an environment of digital innovation and best practice, ensuring the use of technologies for the benefit of the diversity of the people we support;
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Support any technology implementation plans ensuring all technology solutions are project managed effectively. To supports team members to ensure they identify risks, contingency plans and engage with stakeholders for effective collaboration;
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To lead on procurement and contract negotiations with vendors of IT systems and software providers, ensuring ITTs and contract awards are in line with the Trust policies and value for money is achieved;
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Producing regular reports on KPIs for the IT team and reporting reasons for variances against target
What you’ll bring to the role:
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Recognised Degree in Business IT or Computer Science related discipline or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
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Proven track record in a senior management digital transformation position.
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6+ years’ digitalisation experience.
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5+ years Project Management experience.
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Excellent working knowledge of Power BI
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Proven track record on delivering complex projects.
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Experience of having designed, implemented, and evaluated organisational transformation digital solutions and has delivered change that added value to the organisation.
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Highly effective change agent who engages with senior stakeholders to deliver the digital program to the organisation.
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Benchmarking skills and identifies best practice and knowledge of the digital landscape of organisations.
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High degree of budget management experience associated with digital technology design and its adaptation.
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Has strong relationships with approved vendors and with software suppliers of digital services to ensure effective delivery of digital technologies/systems.
Location & Travel
Remote based - Home
Home-based with regular travel to visit Communities in Hertfordshire, Gloucestershire, Yorkshire, and Worcestershire. Occasional overnight stays will be required. Ideally you will be located within travel corridors of Midlands to London or Manchester to York.
Excited? Read our pack, look at our strategy and know that you would be joining an amazing Trust, a brilliant team and that you would have the ability to make a real difference.
Your application should include your CV and a supporting statement of no less than one page detailing why you would like to work for the Trust and how your skills and experience meet the job description and person specification (see attached Job pack).
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The Talent Set is thrilled to be working with a fantastic organisation who are seeking an Interim Part Time Trust Fundraiser to support them on a 3 - 6 month role.
Working fully remotely or hybrid-London and with complete flexibility, the successful candidate will be responsible for cultivating relationships with trusts and foundations, creating a robust pipeline of applications, and ensuring accurate and timely reporting. This role demands efficiency and the ability to produce numerous high-calibre applications within set deadlines, clearly articulating the client's mission and impact.
Joining a supportive and collaborative team where every contribution is valued, this position offers an excellent work-life balance and the chance to be an integral part of a tight-knit group committed to mutual support, growth, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and write compelling, high-quality funding applications to trusts and foundations.
- Maintain and nurture relationships with existing trust and foundation supporters.
- Establish and manage a clear pipeline of applications and associated reporting deadlines.
- Ensure the timely and accurate reporting to funders on grant expenditure and impact.
- Collaborate effectively with internal teams to gather essential project information and impact data.
- Maintain meticulous records of all trust-related activities.
- Monitor funding success rates and income against established targets.
Essential Experience and Skills:
- Proven experience in fundraising within the charitable sector.
- Exceptional written communication skills with a demonstrable ability to create persuasive funding proposals.
- Strong attention to detail and a highly organised approach to managing workload.
- Ability to interpret and present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
- Experience using CRM systems and managing databases effectively.
- A solid understanding of the UK trust and foundation funding landscape.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to work effectively and independently.
- Knowledge of charity governance and best practices in grant management.
Working Hours: Part-time, 3-4 days per week.
What’s on Offer:
- £145 - £231 per day PAYE (including holiday pay)
- Part-time opportunity
- A flexible working set up, remote with occasional travel to London
- A 3 - 6 month contract
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the “apply now” button.
The process: If your experience aligns with what we're looking for, a member of our team will be in contact to discuss the role with you in more detail before presenting your profile to the client. We will also ensure that all applicants receive an email to inform them of the outcome of their application.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
£145 - £231 per day PAYE (including holiday pay)
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At Fuel Bank Foundation, we believe no one should have to choose between heating and eating. Every day, we help people across the UK who are facing fuel crisis—providing emergency financial support, advice, and long-term solutions that create lasting change.
We’re looking for an experienced Strategic Partnerships Manager to help us grow and nurture high-impact relationships with corporate partners, charitable trusts, and grant-making bodies. If you’re a confident communicator, natural relationship-builder, and passionate about making a difference, this could be the role for you.
About the Role:
As Strategic Partnerships Manager, you will play a central role in driving income growth and increasing the impact of our partnerships. You’ll work closely with the Head of Strategic Partnerships to deliver our partnership strategy—developing new funding opportunities, managing existing relationships, and ensuring excellent stewardship throughout the partner journey.
This is a dynamic and varied role that offers scope for creativity, strategy, and hands-on relationship management. You'll collaborate closely with internal teams to bring partner activity to life, demonstrate impact, and align our work with shared goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage a portfolio of strategic partnerships, including charitable trusts, corporate sponsors, and grant-making bodies.
- Deliver high-quality stewardship and build strong, long-term relationships with supporters.
- Identify and secure new partnership and funding opportunities in line with organisational strategy.
- Create compelling, tailored proposals and pitches that align with partner objectives and Fuel Bank’s mission.
- Track partnership performance, prepare reports and evaluations, and share impact stories with funders and internal stakeholders.
- Collaborate across departments to align partner activity with service delivery and communications.
- Contribute to income planning, forecasting, and the delivery of financial targets.
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong experience in partnership management, business development, account management, or fundraising—ideally within the charity, non-profit or social impact sector.
- A track record of building successful relationships and delivering income growth.
- Skilled in writing proposals, reports, and presenting ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Commercial awareness and confidence working with budgets, forecasts, and reporting tools.
- Strategic thinker with a creative mindset and the ability to spot new opportunities.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
- Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
What You’ll Receive in Return:
- Team Support: Join a supportive and collaborative team committed to your success.
- Enhanced Annual Leave: 27.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional days.
- Flexible Working: Enjoy a flexible schedule that supports a healthy work-life balance.
- Comprehensive Benefits:
- Enhanced pension contributions.
- Private healthcare and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Training and Development: Benefit from a comprehensive onboarding programme and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Equal Opportunities Employer: We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fundraising Manager
£50,799- £53,887 (+£ ILW of £3,299 to employees who live in London, plus 6% employers’ pension)
Home based / remote working, with occasional travel to Respect’s office in London
One-year fixed term, with possibility of extension subject to funding.
This is a brand new role.
Respect is a pioneering UK membership organisation in the domestic abuse sector.
It is an exciting time to be joining us. Respect will be celebrating 25 years in 2025. We have been through a period of growth over the last five years and are stronger than ever. We work closely with our members and sister organisations in the violence against women and girls sector, and we are proud of the practice expertise we have built over the last two and a half decades and of our pioneering projects and partnerships. Our key priority is to stop perpetrators of domestic abuse from causing harm, and we also have a role supporting male victims through our Men’s Advice Line.
We are seeking a Fundraising Manager to help us develop our fundraising programme and raise the funds we need to deliver the aims in our five-year strategy Stopping the Harm and ensure the ongoing sustainability of our organisation.
Our new Fundraising Manager will be flexible, creative and ambitious. We are looking for someone who is passionate about our cause, has a tried and tested, successful approach to diversifying income streams, and can bring our fundraising to life through effective framing and storytelling.
This is vital role which will sit within our Operations team. The post-holder will work closely with Respect’s Director of Operations and the Executive Leadership team (ELT) to develop and deliver our fundraising strategy with some administrative support from the Operations team.
Alongside traditional trusts and foundations, we are looking to expand our funding portfolio and are keen to explore new corporate partnerships and identify high net worth individuals. We recognise that success is not only achieving a fundraising target, but also about building new, strategic relationships. In this role, we will provide the space for the post holder to cultivate, prospect and steward new and existing funders.
We hope that you will be interested in joining us at this exciting time to work with us and make a real difference.
How to apply
Application in the format of CV and Supporting Statement.
Closing date: Midnight 18th May 2025
Interviews are scheduled for:
Week commencing Monday 26th May First round interviews
Week commencing Monday 2nd June Final interviews
Respect policy is to appoint at the first point on the salary scale.
The Marsh Christian Trust (MCT) is looking for an Assistant to join a small, dynamic team and support the day-to-day running of the organisation. This role would be for a 9-month contract as maternity leave cover, and would suit someone who is interested in the charity world and looking for a part-time position. The role will be office-based for 3 days a week, starting in mid-July 2025.
The Trust is a busy grantmaking charity, supporting a range of small organisations across the sector with core funding to support their running costs. The Trust also runs an exciting Awards programme, which sees them partner with larger charities to help recognise their volunteers and outstanding individuals in thier field of work.
Key responsibilities and duties
- To support the grants programme – preparing applications for review, researching organisations applying for funding and processing grants.
- To assist in the administration of the Marsh Awards Scheme – writing letters, and helping to coordinate events.
- Updating records and files, minute-taking, diary management, booking travel, preparing internal lunches, collecting and distributing the post, and any other ad-hoc administrative duties required.
- To assist the wider office with administrative tasks.
Personal Specification
- Good communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Confident, pleasant and professional manner.
- Very well organised with good time management skills.
- Good IT skills, proficient in Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Some previous general office experience would be useful.
- We would welcome previous experience in the charity sector, however this is not essential.
Celebrating everyday contributions to people, culture and the natural world




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The Marketing & Communications Manager is a brand-new position which will sit on the Museum’s Management Board and be involved in site-wide decision making and realising the aims of the Trusts.
We are looking for a dynamic and creative individual with a background in marketing and communications to help us engage with new audiences, raise visibility and generate footfall and income. This position is ideal for someone ready to take the next step into a managerial role, or an experienced professional seeking a new challenge.
Working with all members of the museum team the post holder will provide support to make sure everyone’s marketing needs are met and that Exhibitions and Learning activities are properly promoted. As a new paid position this is an exciting opportunity to put your stamp on the role.
Overall Purpose
- To manage the development and delivery of the HRM Marketing & Communications Strategy
- To develop a comprehensive marketing plan covering all areas of the Museum’s activity (including Exhibitions, Learning, Retail)
- To engage and develop new and current audiences, ensuring that messaging is relevant and accurate and making sure that all areas of the Museum are appropriately represented.
- To develop and deliver communication and marketing plans, managing multiple campaigns and channels of communication. Realise new and maintain current marketing opportunities for the organisation.
- To promote the Museum’s brand and build its reputation locally, regionally and, where appropriate, nationally.
- To manage relationships with relevant partners such as press, local cultural partners, freelance consultants, trustees and other stakeholders.
Duties & Responsibilities
Strategy, insight and evaluation
- Work with the Evaluation Team to gain visitor insight data that can be fed into the marketing strategy for the museum
- Deliver, with support from trustees, the marketing and communications strategy, including branding, managing social accounts, distribution and display of print marketing and creating newsletters
- Manage, deliver and monitor engaging integrated and audience-led marketing campaigns and communications that grow visitor numbers and revenue for the museum
- Support the development of business strategies, understanding the key objectives of the organisation and all activity being undertaken
- Report regularly on marketing activity across all channels, including collating press coverage, reviewing website data, social media reach and make recommendations for improvements and implement where necessary.
Press, print and design
- Develop and maintain relationships with press organisations and freelancers to distribute exhibition press releases as appropriate
- Provide regular listings to media and listing platforms, locally and regionally
- Manage design work ensuring brand and communication cohesion across campaigns.
- Prepare and supervise the production (with external suppliers where necessary) of promotional communications to include design and print of publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets, promotional videos, photography.
- Work with colleagues to support promotion of Exhibition and Learning programmes and enhance visibility of the museum through signage and wayfinding.
Digital (website, social media, e-newsletters)
- Oversee the creation and implementation of all HRM digital content, covering website, social media and email marketing; ensuring engaging and accessible copy, correct data management, and monitoring and responding to customer enquiries, where applicable.
- Work with colleagues in Retail, Learning and Exhibitions to ensure effective promotion of activities across digital platforms.
- Stay up to date on digital trends and ensure the museum is making the most of opportunities for digital engagement.
Other
- Manage a small team of marketing volunteers and chair regular meetings of the Marketing Committee.
- Attend monthly Management Board meetings (currently hybrid) and contribute to regular team meetings.
- Work with colleagues across the organisation to understand and support their marketing and communications needs.
- Manage a marketing and communications budget.
- Carry out other reasonable duties that may be required.
Person Specification
Essential
- Demonstrable marketing and communications experience
- Evidence of delivering successful marketing communications campaigns across print and digital channels
- Confident managing your own workload and prioritising tasks to meet deadlines
- Ability to manage and update websites
- Proven track record of creating engaging digital content
- An eye for detail and good design
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and writing skills
- Ability to work in a small team, and to maintain strong and effective working relationships with volunteers and colleagues.
- IT literate with specific experience of using Microsoft Office Suite
- Good negotiation skills and the ability to handle sensitive situations with diplomacy
- Quickly find your feet in a fast-paced work environment
Desirable
- Experience working in arts charity or museums and galleries sector
- Basic photography and video skills
- Knowledge of, or ability to learn, other software packages, such as Mailchimp and Canva
- Experience managing volunteers or staff
- Experience promoting cultural events
- Understanding of UK General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)
- Knowledge of SEO
Other Information
- Annual leave entitlement is 28 days, pro-rata, including Bank Holidays, taken by mutual agreement with the Museum Manager.
- The post holder is expected to work in the office 2 days a week and can work remotely 1 day a week.
- A staff appraisal system is used, with a performance review annually.
- The post is subject to a 6 month probation period.
- Two months' notice of resignation must be given.
To apply:
Closing date for applications: Extended to 9am Thurs 22nd May 2025
Interviews are expected to take place in Pinner in June
Are you knowledgeable and passionate about community and health? Could you recruit, lead and support a team of community volunteers to run fun and healthy living initiatives? Do you have the ability to take the unexpected in your stride? Then why not join us at SMART?
We are looking for someone that recognises the importance of good wellbeing for all, is capable of dealing with a wide scope of managerial areas, and can work with our local communty as our Public Health-funded Community Champions Manager.
SMART is a unique Chelsea-based charity, serving the local community in a supportive and flexible environment. We offer 28 days annual leave (plus paid bank holidays), a pension program, competitive salary, and additional benefits.
Think you'd be a good fit? Just click the Apply button, and send us an up-to-date CV, and a 2-page covering letter telling us why.
The closing date to apply is 15th May at 23:30, with interviews taking place on 23rd May.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our Youth and Play Workers will play a pivotal role in the Children, Young People and Families team, working as a core team of practitioners to ensure the smooth running of our programmes and services. In this role you will be part of a small and dynamic team which delivers a wide range of programmes and activities, both from Tulse Hill Adventure Playground and within local schools. The work of the Children, Young People and Families team is diverse and varied. Our current services include open access adventure play and youth activities at our Adventure Playground, school holiday programmes with off-site trips and activities, coaching in local schools, a Young Leaders programme offering paid work experience to young people, and working together with our youth partnerships Building Young Brixton and Lambeth Peer Action Collective.
We are experiencing an exciting time of development for the team and are currently looking to recruit four Youth and Play Workers. To support our range of children and young people, our team will be made up of specialist Youth Workers and Play Workers bringing in relevant skills and experience. Whilst you will work across all of our Children, Young People and Families services you will have a specific focus:
As a Youth Worker you will:
• Focus on supporting our secondary age cohort
• Plan and run appropriate activities
• Provide structured interventions to support vulnerable young people
• Work with referral partners to provide additional support and activities
As a Play Worker you will:
• Focus on our primary age cohort
• Use your knowledge of Playwork Principles to plan and run engaging activities
• Foster relationships with families and local primary schools
Both roles will include an element of mentoring, relevant training will be provided to give you the necessary skills to deliver this.
Please specify in your supporting statement which specialism you would like to be considered for and outline your experience in this area.
To be successful in this role, you will act as a trusted practitioner in all our service delivery, advocating for children’s right to play throughout our programmes. You will work as part of the team on the delivery and planning of all sessions, ensuring that the children’s and young people’s ideas are central to the construction of a varied and engaging play environment. You will understand the wide-ranging challenges facing young people and will be flexible in adjusting your practice to meet these needs.
Employee Benefits
• 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and 3 Christmas days) rising by 1 day each year after 2 years’ service (capped at an additional 8 days)
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave after 2 years’ service
• Save money off a new bike with the Cycle to Work scheme
• Up to 7% contribution to the staff pension scheme
• 24/7 Employee Support Line
• Clear pay structure with yearly increments (based on performance)
• Annual Staff away day
• Premium eye-care vouchers through Specsavers and season ticket loans
Connecting with people and communities to strengthen skills and build stronger voices.




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Turn2us is a national charity tackling financial insecurity and its structural causes. 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.
Turn2us and its partners have secured £1.5 million from The National Lottery Community Fund to deliver an ambitious and innovative new programme that will support charities in England and Scotland to empower diverse and marginalised communities to respond to climate change and to get their voices heard in environmental policy and media debates.It will focus on Disabled people, those facing financial insecurity and people from ethnic minority communities. These voices are often the least heard from in national and local debates on our environment. This new work aims to change that.
As part of this programme, The National Lottery Community Fund have funded the creation of an Engagement Manager post at Turn2us to work with those facing financial insecurity. The Engagement Manager employed by Turn2us will deliver activity with smaller charities and grassroots organisations supporting those facing financial insecurity that:
- Increases awareness of the impact of environmental change and related policy on different communities
- Listens to people in these communities to find out what actions they want charities and local government to take
- Develops shared local environmental policy priorities and empowers these organisations to advocate directly to local and national policy makers
- Identifies actions that these organisations can take to support communities to respond to climate change, and helps organisations to implement them
- Identifies people with lived experience to receive hands on training in order to act as diverse champions to media and policy makers
They will work closely with Community Engagement Managers employed by Disability Rights UK, and Race Equality Foundation, focussed on reaching organisations supporting Disabled people and people from ethnic minority communities.
We offer flexible working patterns, both in terms of hours and remote working. Please note that all employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 4 days a month on a weekly basis.
Some roles may be required to be in the office more often than others and this will be agreed with the hiring manager upon starting at Turn2us.
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).
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.
Closing date: 13/05/2025, 23:59
Interview date: w/c 19/05/25