Trustee jobs

We are looking for someone to join our Senior Leadership Team, providing strategic direction overseeing finance, HR and IT in a newly created role for the charity. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the people who access our services, working towards a safe home, better life and fairer future for everyone.

We were founded to help people facing the devastating effects of homelessness. Today, we also tackle the causes and consequences of poverty and inequality.

As Director of Finance and Resources, you will lead the financial strategy to underpin the overall organisational strategy, ensuring robust financial management, foster a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, and lead the development of digital systems that enhance service delivery and organisational resilience.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will combine strategic insight with practical delivery.

You will bring:

· Senior leadership experience in leading a finance function, ideally in a charity or not-for-profit organisation 

· An accountancy qualification and excellent technical accounting skills

· A strategic mindset and experience of leading and managing change

· A collaborative leadership style with excellent communication skills

· Commitment to continuous improvement

The selection process will include two stages, an initial interview taking place on 3rd or 4th December via Microsoft Teams followed by a face to face interview on 9th December.

To apply, please submit your CV along with a cover letter no longer than 2 pages addressing how you meet the criteria in the person specification.

*Please note, internally, this role is titled Campaign Lead*

Battersea is entering an exciting phase of innovation and transformation as we embark on the first year of our new five-year strategy. With increased investment in income generation starting in 2025, we are expanding our team to drive the growth necessary to achieve our organisational goals. Our fundraising team bridges the journey of the animals in our care with the wider public, demonstrating how their contributions enable us to support every dog and cat. We now have several new roles within this team to further our mission. 

This is a new role working within Battersea’s Income Generation department to develop and deliver the campaign plan for a £4-6million pound capital fundraising appeal.
One of the key pillars of Battersea’s current strategy is to ensure that we continue to provide expert care for all the dogs and cats that come through our gates. One of the ways in which we do this is by investing in our facilities to ensure that they continue to meet the changing needs of the animals we care for. This fundraising campaign will help to achieve that aim.

You will work with teams across Battersea to develop a comprehensive plan for the campaign and co-ordinate the work of multiple specialist teams to deliver the campaign on a day-to-day basis. You will also be responsible for developing a clear governance structure for the campaign, and ensuring all stakeholders are kept informed of progress. You will also oversee and track progress of a series of internal process improvements that support the running of the campaign.

Please note, this is not a direct fundraising position, but will support our fundraising teams in delivering ambitious financial targets for the appeal.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources
• Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Acceptable use of AI:

At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.

To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.

Closing date: 23rd November 2025
Interview date(s): To Be Confirmed

All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

For full details on the role, please download the recruitment pack.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our small but growing community organisation, comprising nine paid staff and a network of 50 volunteers. If you have a passion for helping those in need, and are a speaker of English plus either Polish or another Eastern European language, this could be the perfect role for you.

As an A10 Project Worker, you will offer advice and support to our service users from EU A10 countries, including Polish speakers, on a range of presenting needs that have led to their homelessness, including but not limited to housing advice, EU Settled Status matters, benefit enquiries and health-related matters.

Working with people to identify support needs, providing opportunities for access to specialist physical and mental health support, access training, gain employment and create sustainable futures is at the centre of what we aim to deliver.

Faith in Action Merton Homelessness Project (FIA) has been serving the Merton community for over 20 years. We offer a twice-weekly Drop-In for the homeless and vulnerably housed in the London Borough of Merton. On Wednesdays and Fridays throughout the year, we offer advice and support on a range of homelessness issues.

We provide a safe space where those in our community who are struggling to get by are welcomed, provided with breakfast, hot drinks, a two-course cooked lunch, the chance to take a shower and do their laundry, charge their phone, and access laptops to connect with family or look for work.

In 2022, FIA merged with the Merton Winter Night Shelter (WNS), which provides 14 emergency bed spaces to homeless adults for 16 weeks of the year. FIA's Trustees have overall responsibility for the WNS, with its day-to-day operation overseen by a dedicated WNS team.

Race Against Blood Cancer, a small but mighty charity with huge potential, is seeking a new General Manager to lead the organisation.

The cure for chemotherapy-resistant blood cancers - such as lymphoma, leukaemia and myeloma - relies on finding stem cell donors with a similar ethnic background; currently 4 in 5 patients with Global Majority heritage do not find a match.  Through donor recruitment & education, community engagement and by building strategic partnerships, RABC works to increase the volume and ethnic diversity of people who register as potentially life-saving donors; we believe every blood cancer patient deserves an equal chance of finding a potentially life-saving stem cell match.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The charity has an ambitious plan to build on its success and do even more to improve outcomes for blood cancer patients from Global Majority communities.  Working with a group of committed professionals and a small team, you’ll use your existing charity sector experience to implement our new growth strategy as well as having responsibility for the day-to-day running of the organisation.  This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is looking to move into their first charity leadership role or for a candidate who has a real passion to reduce health inequalities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leadership of our small, committed team of employees and contractors
• Operational implementation of the three-year organizational strategy to fulfil our ambitious growth aspirations
• Acting as the key contact for our registry partners and representing the charity among our wider stakeholders
• Implementation of good governance throughout the organization and keeping the board abreast of operational progress, challenges and opportunities
• Financial and budgetary management
• Leading on fundraising and communications for the organisation.

To apply for this position please send a copy of your CV, along with a supporting statement (max two pages) outlining your interest and suitability for the role.  Please use the role description below as the base of your application.

Please note, applications without a supporting statement will not be considered.

Closing date for applications is 5pm on 28 November 2025.  However, applications are considered on a rolling basis, so the closing date is subject to change.  Should you be interested in the role, please apply as soon as possible. 

We are seeking an experienced Charity Administrator (Maternity Cover for CEO) to provide continuity and ensure the smooth running of CURE UK during our CEO’s maternity leave. This is a caretaker role: you will be the charity’s sole staff member, responsible for day-to-day operations, donor communications, and ongoing fundraising projects. Strategic leadership will remain with the Board of Trustees — the role is to manage and deliver existing commitments.

Please note: 

• Applications without a cover letter will not be accepted.
• As a Christian charity, there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the postholder to be a committed Christian, actively living out their faith and able to represent CURE’s ethos.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing charity communications (office phone, email, and post).
• Preparing and sending quarterly fundraising appeals and monthly supporter newsletters.
• Maintaining donor relationships and ensuring timely acknowledgements.
• Liaising with CURE International head office and hospitals to gather updates and patient stories.
• Overseeing delivery of current fundraising projects (e.g. Operation Zim and surgical training initiatives).
• Managing relationships with grant partners and fulfilling reporting requirements.
• Liaising with CURE UK’s Accountant partner who are responsible for financial management, bookkeeping, charitable giving, governance and financial reporting for board meetings.
• Quarterly summaries of charity activities for the board at board meetings.
• Handling general administration such as management of donor database (if full time role)

Part-time / Full-time Options

 This role can be shaped according to the successful candidate’s availability and skills:

• Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk): In addition to the core responsibilities, the postholder will also take on charity finance and administration tasks. These include management of the donor database (Beacon CRM), support with bookkeeping and reconciliation, handling charitable giving for our projects, and processing invoice payments to suppliers.
• Part-time (c. 20 hrs/wk): The role would focus on communications, fundraising, and donor care. Finance, accounting, and governance tasks would be handled by our external Accountant partner.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Experience in fundraising communications (appeals, newsletters, donor care).
• Experience in grant fundraising and management (grant writing and reporting)
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to plan and take responsibility for your own workflow as the sole caretaker of the organisation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Good written communication and relationship management skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to handle a varied workload.

As a Christian charity, there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the postholder to be a committed Christian, actively living out their faith and able to represent CURE’s ethos.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to serve in a role that directly supports children receiving life-changing surgery.
• A varied and rewarding position where you will oversee the full breadth of charity operations.
• Support from an engaged Board of Trustees and the CURE International network.
• Flexible, home-based working or co-working office space 

About CURE International UK

CURE International UK is the UK arm of a global Christian charity network, CURE International, providing life-changing surgical care for children with treatable disabilities across its eight hospitals in sub-Saharan Africa and the Philippines. CURE International UK’s primary responsibility is as the fundraising arm of CURE International in the UK. We partner with donors, churches, and trusts across the UK to support CURE hospitals overseas, where children receive transformative surgery and holistic care in the name of Jesus.

Mission statement: “to heal the sick and proclaim the kingdom of God”

Could you will play a crucial role within our busy and friendly team and take responsibility for managing our benevolent fund?

Our benevolent fund awards over £200k in grants per year to an average of 120 applicants, from minor requests to major grants, and annual maintenance. We organise both national and local events for our members to attend where they meet up with old friends, remember those we have lost, support each other, have a lot of fun and make new and lasting memories. We have over 4000 active members which continues to grow as we reach out to many more female veterans across all three Services eligible to join our Association.

You will:
● have experience of working in a member or public-facing organisation, supporting and liaising with a diverse cohort of individuals in a wide variety of interests and needs
● have experience of managing caseloads and carrying out detailed casework
● have a sound knowledge of how individual grants are awarded
● have a strong understanding of the work of SSAFA, TRBL & other case-working and almonising agencies
● have a strong understanding of armed forces veterans, their experiences and potential issues
● understand the value of strong communication and be experienced in engaging people from many walks of life, tailoring your communication style to a variety of audiences
● be skilled at building positive working relationships, with a friendly and engaging manner
● be highly organised with great attention to detail, and work well within a small staff team where each team member is expected to pitch in and work collaboratively.

We are a financially sustainable £7m charity which aims to provide camaraderie, benevolence and support to women who have served in the Army. Additionally, we aim to exert influence within the military charity sector to broaden support for female veterans.

We are looking for an experienced Manager to guide our team and support the Charity Director with the growth of our charity.

About Interakt

Interakt Community is a UK-based charity committed to supporting adults with learning difficulties as well as sensory, and physical challenges that empowers through the prism of the arts, developing confidence, communication, creativity, and collaboration.

The Operations Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the Charity Director, ensuring that all day-to-day activities run smoothly, that delivery meets our standards, and that the team is supported to thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established charity and be part of the development of its ambitious future.

Purpose of the Role

The Charity Operations Manager will take ownership of the day to day operational delivery of Interakt’s core activities. You will manage the planning, scheduling and facilitation of the sessions; oversee a small operations team (session facilitators, business admin, Bookkeeper); ensure compliance, processes and procedures are in place; and support the organisation’s growth and operational effectiveness

Key Responsibilities

Session & Programme Delivery

Oversee the day-to-day management of all sessions: planning, scheduling, and resources are arranged and facilitators are working effectively, as a team, towards a united goal.

Work with the facilitators to maintain high standards of safeguarding, session delivery & quality, , participant experience and inclusion.

Monitor attendance, participant feedback and outcomes; ensure monitoring and evaluation data is captured and reported.

Troubleshoot issues in session delivery (facilitator absence, session structure, session content, participant concerns) and ensure continuity.

Work with session delivery team and Charity Director to communicate communications to the participants guardians/care homes/ parents.

Collaborate with other senior team members, including the board of trustees to align session schedules with organisational goals.

Team Management & Support

Line-manage the small team: session facilitators, business admin support, and work alongside the Bookkeeper. Provide coaching, supervision, performance reviews and professional development.

Foster a positive, inclusive and collaborative team culture.

Allocate workloads, manage rotas, cover arrangements and ensure team resilience.

Be part of the recruitment process, induction and training of new facilitators and support staff as necessary.

Operations, Finance & Administration

Work closely with the Bookkeeper to oversee financial operations relevant to sessions: budgets for sessions, facilitator fees, travel/expenses and resources.

Ensure administrative systems are robust: scheduling software, attendance registers, invoicing, record-keeping, risk assessments, health and safety compliance, safeguarding disclosures.

Work with the Charity Director to draft and implement policies and procedures for operations: session standards, safeguarding, equality, risk management, data protection.

Strategic & Organisational Support

Contribute to the strategic planning of Interakt, including growth of session reach, exploring new delivery models, and continuous improvement of operational processes.

Produce operational reports for the Charity Director and Board: session metrics, staff performance, budgets, risk register updates.

Work with the Charity Director and Board of Trustees to support grant applications: providing data, costings, feasibility and operational perspective.

Stay informed about sector best-practice in charity operations, group delivery, safeguarding and community engagement.

Person Specification

Essential Experience & Skills

Proven experience in operations management within the charity, third sector or community engagement environment.

Experience managing a team (staff and/or facilitators) and overseeing day-to-day delivery of programmes or sessions.

Strong organisational and project-management skills: able to plan, prioritise, meet deadlines, coordinate multiple programmes.

Budgetary experience: understanding of basic financial management, liaising with finance/accounting teams.

Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to work with facilitators, participants from diverse backgrounds, and external partners.

Clear understanding of safeguarding, health & safety, inclusion and equality issues.

Confident using digital tools (including Microsoft Office) and comfortable implementing and improving systems.

Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable producing reports and presenting to senior management or trustees.

A self-starter with a proactive approach and ability to adapt in a small charity environment.

Full UK driving licence with no restrictions.

Desirable Attributes

Experience in arts, community development and/or the LD community.

Experience with monitoring and evaluation in a service delivery context.

Experience in service development as a complete process.

Personal Qualities

Enthusiastic champion for the charity’s mission, values and inclusive culture.

Reliable and accountable, with attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

Collaborative and nurturing team-player, but comfortable taking confident initiative and ownership.

Flexible and responsive: able to respond to changing session needs and participant number

Terms & Benefits

Salary: £27,500-£30,000 per annum dependent on experience

Pension: After 3 months a post holder that would enrolled in our NEST pension program

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working where appropriate (with requirement to be present at venue sessions)

Professional development opportunities

Occasional evening or weekend sessions may be required (time off in lieu provided

Associate Director of Legal Services 

Salary: Up to £65,000 

Location: Newark office on occasion – mainly Home based with occasional travel to Newark/other places of work across the UK 

Full time: 35 hours per week (Mon-Fri) 

Permanent contract 

Closing date for applications: 16th November 2025  

First interview: 24th November 2025  

Second interview: 25th November 2025 

About Us  
The Wildlife Trusts are a grassroots movement of people from a wide range of backgrounds and all walks of life, who believe that we need nature and nature needs us. We have more than 944,000 members, over 38,000 volunteers, 3,600 staff and 600 trustees. There are 46 individual Wildlife Trusts, each of which is a place-based independent charity with its own legal identity, formed by groups of people getting together and working with others to make a positive difference to wildlife and future generations, starting where they live and work. 

Every Wildlife Trust is part of The Wildlife Trusts federation and a corporate member of the Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts, a registered charity in its own right founded in 1912 and one of the founding members of IUCN – the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Taken together this federation of 47 charities is known as The Wildlife Trusts.   

The next few years will be critical in determining what kind of world we all live in. We need to urgently reverse the loss of wildlife and put nature into recovery at scale if we are to prevent climate and ecological disaster. We recognise that this will require big, bold changes in the way The Wildlife Trusts work, not least in how we mobilise others and support them to organise within their own communities. 

About You  

If you are a highly experienced and self-motivated lawyer ready to take on a pivotal leadership role, this is your opportunity to create and shape the future of legal services at one of the UK’s best-loved conservation charities. As our Associate Director of Legal Services, you will lead our Legal Services function, working with Trustees, senior leaders and colleagues across RSWT and the wider federation. You will build a commercially led Legal function which will be at the heart of our work enabling bold and confident action in pursuit of our mission to bring nature back. 

We are seeking an exceptional individual with outstanding legal and strategic leadership skills, able to inspire confidence and embed a strong commercial culture across a diverse and dynamic organisation. You will have the experience and judgement to navigate the unique landscape of a federation of 46 independent Wildlife Trusts. 

You will bring proven experience of delivering high-impact outcomes through your legal expertise whether delivering complex commercial contracts, managing environmental issues, supporting campaigning work, or working within the charity sector. 

You will share our values of passion, respect, trust, integrity, pragmatic activism and strength in diversity. We are passionate about our mission, but never judgmental — and we are committed to inclusivity. We particularly welcome applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are determined to build a movement that recognises, values and celebrates individual differences and identities. 

About You 

RSWT take our safeguarding responsibilities extremely seriously. Please click here to read our commitment statement. 

The Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. For applicable roles, applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks at the eligible level. 

As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible. 

RSWT are committed to increasing the diversity of its staff through its Levelling the Field recruitment pledge and will put any ethnic minority applicants that meet all the essential criteria for the post through to the next stage of recruitment. 

Please do not use artificial intelligence tools to assist you to complete the application form. We may not accept applications that have been completed utilising AI tools. 

You will support the work of the Trust Company and Synod in all matters of compliance with Company and Charity legislation, overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Trust and Synod offices. You will also have the lead in-house responsibility for ensuring that the Board is able to discharge its financial responsibilities in an informed and timely manner. You will work with the honorary Synod Treasurer in liaising with and supporting local churches in financial matters.

You will be based in the Trust Office in Southampton, visiting other locations across the Wessex area as needed. Flexibility is also required for attending occasional evening and weekend meetings.

Key Responsibilities: Company Secretary 

1. in consultation with the Trust Executive Officer and the Chair of the Board, convene and provide administration for annual general meetings (AGMs) and Board meetings, including: 
   • producing agendas
   • making all papers available to the Board in a timely manner 
   • taking minutes
   • conveying decisions 
   • handling meeting correspondence 
2. provide legal, financial and/or strategic advice to the Board during and outside of meetings, and more generally advise the Board on corporate governance matters 
3. keep up to date with regulatory or statutory changes and policies that might affect the organisation 
4. ensure that the Company’s policies are up to date and are approved 
5. communicate with external professionals involved in corporate governance, such as auditors 
6. implement processes or systems to help ensure good management of the organisation or compliance with legislation 
7. file all necessary documents with the Charity Commission and Companies House, including the Annual Report and Accounts 
8. inform the Charity Commission and Companies House of appointments and resignations of Trustee Directors 
9. take responsibility for HR and the health and safety of employees, including payroll in liaison with external consultants 
   • maintain Role Descriptions for staff 
   • ensure that the Company’s Employment Handbook and statutory employment policies are reviewed and updated annually 
10. manage the Company’s premises and facilities, including IT in liaison with external consultants 

Key Responsibilities: Deputy Treasurer 

1. in collaboration with the Synod Treasurer: 
   • ensure the Wessex Trust is managing the assets of the Synod in an appropriate manner and in accordance with its strategy and policies 
   • report on the Synod’s financial matters and budgets to the Synod Executive and Trust
   • ensure that policies, operations and priorities are in keeping with the aims of the Wessex Synod. 
   • participate in the Synod Executive’s regular review of the Wessex Synod’s governance structure 
   • attend relevant Assembly level meetings for matters of concern to Synod Treasurers 
   • liaise with the Treasurers of the 12 other Synods, with a particular focus on commitments to Inter-Synod Resource Sharing. 
2. manage the annual process to agree and deliver the overall contribution from the Synod to the United Reformed Church’s national Ministry and Mission Fund, or its successor 
3. develop and maintain a rolling 3-year projection of the Trust’s financial capacity 
4. participate in the appointment of the Trust Secretary and the Financial Accountant and participate in monitoring and evaluating their performance 
5. undertake line management responsibility for the Financial Accountant 
6. serve on the Investment Committee and assist in maintaining the Trust’s Investment and Reserves policies 
7. monitor changes in statutory financial requirements and ensure that relevant ones are implemented 
8. support the Trust Convener in the production of the Trustees’ Annual Report 
9. take overall responsibility in the staff team for work to prepare for and support the annual statutory audit 
10. lead the Trust’s response to the Audit Findings Report each year and prioritise responses.

The role
The Children and Young People’s Key Worker will undertake individual and group sessions with children, young people and parents/carers who are participating in our young people using harm programmes. The purpose of this role is to deliver sessions that support a young person and their parents/carers to address and change their harmful behaviour, ensuring they develop their understanding of abuse, as well as its impact on others. You will support the delivery of face to face and online sessions, including up to two evening group sessions per week.

As a Children and Young People’s Key Worker, you will work with clients on awareness raising, developing their motivation to change, ensuring accountability, and prioritising safety of the young person and those around them. .

About you

You’ll be confident in delivering programmes to children, young people and their parents/carers, assessing and managing dynamics in 121 and group formats. You’ll have experience in gaining young people’s trust and you’ll be confident addressing challenging and harmful behaviour. You’ll have direct experience of working therapeutically with a client group. You will also have experience of managing safeguarding issues.

Above all you will be comfortable with conflict managements, and you’ll bring a positive, solution focus attitude. We’d also love to hear from applicants who are fluent in speaking an additional language or have experience in supporting young people with complex needs. 

We want you to feel empowered to bring your best to this role, so we encourage flexible working around core hours. We offer an annual continuous Professional Development allowance, generous annual leave entitlement and Birthday leave.

About us

We want to make working at TLC an enjoyable and rewarding experience. 
It takes a dedicated, passionate, and flexible team to deliver the range of services we provide. We’re lucky to have over 150 people on our teams and 12 Trustees who believe in what we do. We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, engaged and highly motivated people to join our team. 
 
We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest pool, reflecting the diverse range of people we support. 
 
We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to be the best you can be, please contact us.  

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

Fundraising Specialist 

Location: Brighton (Hybrid working available) 

Hours: Part-time, 21 hours/week 

Salary: £18,000 pro rata (£30,000 FTE) 

Contract Type: Permanent 

Application Deadline: 30/11/25 

Contact: Sabina Karabasic 

About MindOut 

MindOut is a mental health service run by and for LGBTQ+ people. We work to improve the wellbeing of LGBTQ+ communities, reduce stigma, and promote a culture of positive mental health. We are a values-driven charity with a national reach and a strong reputation for impactful, inclusive services. 

The Role 

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Fundraising Specialist to help us grow and diversify our income streams. You’ll play a key role in securing sustainable funding to support our life-changing services, working closely with the Charity Director, Board of Trustees, and wider team. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organisation and make a lasting difference in LGBTQ+ mental health. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement fundraising strategies and campaigns. 

• Build relationships with donors, trusts, foundations, and corporate partners. 

• Manage donor platforms and systems (Donorfy). 

• Plan and deliver fundraising events and community engagement activities. 

• Support marketing and communications to amplify fundraising efforts. 

• Contribute to financial planning, reporting, and compliance. 

• Recruit and support volunteers for income generation activities. 

About You 

We’re looking for someone who: 

• Has lived or professional experience of LGBTQ+ identities and intersectionality. 

• Brings 5+ years’ experience in fundraising or equivalent transferable skills. 

• Has a proven track record of successful campaigns and donor engagement. 

• Is confident managing multiple income streams and stakeholder relationships. 

• Understands fundraising regulations and best practice. 

• Is highly organised, strategic, and collaborative. 

Why Work with Us? 

• Be part of a nationally recognised LGBTQ+ mental health charity. 

• Flexible hybrid working options. 

• Supportive and inclusive team culture. 

• Opportunities for growth and development. 

How to Apply 

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity, and anti-discrimination. Interviews will take place on the 8th of December and 9th December. 

We actively welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health challenges, and from individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, people of colour, disabled, or from other underrepresented communities - your unique perspective and voice are valued here.

Employee Benefits include:

• 29 days annual leave + Bank Holiday
• One day off for your birthday each year
• Flexible working
• Hybrid working
• Access to our EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
• Up to 5% employer contribution towards your pension

The Stable Family Home Trust is a values-led organisation where people always come first. Our main purpose is to support adults with learning disabilities to develop the skills and confidence that enable them to live their lives as independently as possible; to participate in their local communities and be valued for the extraordinary contribution they make to our society. We run a varied and exciting day services programme from our three sites in Christchurch, Ringwood and Southbourne, and run supported living and residential living services in Southbourne and Ringwood.

We are looking for a modern people leader who will bring fresh thinking and inspire trust across the organisation; a forward -thinking person who will model the standards of behaviour expected from employees and effectively challenge any employee behaviour that falls below these standards. You will be a confident communicator and decision-maker with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to employee issues.

You will be part of the Senior Leadership Team and will have significant involvement in the development of the Trust across all areas, including future workforce development and organisational transformation.

Working closely with the Chief Executive you will be the trusted deputy in their absence, making key decisions relating to all aspects of the organisation’s operations and providing a consistent leadership approach that reflects our organisational values.

To be shortlisted for this role we require an application form to be completed and submitted.

To apply for the role, please click the button to be redirected to our website.

Salary: Circa £80,000 + wellbeing cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: EdCity, 1 EdCity Walk, EdCity, London, W12 7TF (hybrid working - office-based three days per week)

Lead the next chapter of commercial innovation at Lift Schools

Lift Schools is embarking on a major new chapter, expanding our commercial activity to generate sustainable income that fuels our mission. We’re searching for an entrepreneurial and strategic Head of Commercial Ventures to build and lead our first commercial strategy, growing innovative ventures that balance financial sustainability with social impact.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering Lift Schools’ commercial enterprise strategy. This is a unique opportunity to design, launch and scale commercial initiatives that will directly support our ambition: an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day.

About the role

As Head of Commercial Ventures, you will:

• Develop and deliver Lift’s first commercial enterprise strategy, aligned to our educational mission
• Grow and optimise existing ventures such as estate lettings and apprenticeship provision
• Identify and build new market opportunities — products, services and partnerships across the education and wider sector
• Lead development of business models, pricing strategies, go-to-market plans and commercial governance frameworks
• Establish systems, processes and performance metrics to ensure all commercial ventures are sustainable, ethical, and aligned with our educational purpose

You’ll work closely with senior leaders, schools and operational teams to turn ideas into scalable revenue streams, balancing innovation with integrity.

You’ll be someone who:

• Brings a strong track record in commercial business development, product design or venture growth
• Has taken a commercial idea from concept to delivery and scaled it successfully
• Combines strategic acumen with hands-on delivery and entrepreneurial drive
• Understands commercial governance, risk, and compliance in charitable or educational settings
• Understands how to generate revenue in purpose-led contexts such as education, consultancy or social enterprise, ensuring all ventures reflect Lift Schools’ values
• Builds credibility quickly and collaborates confidently with senior stakeholders
• Be a confident and collaborative leader, comfortable influencing senior stakeholders, including Trustees, school leaders and partners, and inspiring cross-functional teams to deliver new initiatives

You are commercially astute, creative, resilient and motivated by impact, someone who sees opportunity where others see limitation.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

Our mission:

• We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
• With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
• We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.

How we support you

At Lift Schools, we believe talent drives performance. We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: We offer bespoke training to help you hone your skills and progress your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle savings: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Ready to apply? Get in touch here. We can’t wait to hear from you.

The role is due to commence as soon as possible. 

Closing date: 19th November 2025, 5pm
Interview date: 3rd December 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Community Engagement Officer

This role is a FT maternity cover contract over a 15 month period, 38.75 hours pw with some weekend and evening working included. Overseen by our Head of Fundraising, this role primarily covers running the Shelters events alongside supervising our  non animal related Volunteers overseeing the running of our two Charity shops , actively recruiting and managing new corporate sponsors and donors including our Helping Hands offering and attending general networking events.

A full description of the role is below. There is a six month probationary period and the rate of pay will be £13.25 ph plus other staff benefits including a work place pension and company sick pay.   

This role will suit an enthusiastic, hardworking, self-motivated individual who  likes a split of indoor and outdoor working. A practical individual the applicant must be confident and personable dealing with all types of people. A full driving licence is required and an immediate start would be preferred with a closing date of 30th November 2025.

Please note that due to the expected high number of applicants we regret that we will be unable respond to those not invited in for an interview, but would like to thank all those that have applied.

CHELTENHAM ANIMAL SHELTER

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Title: Community Engagement Officer

Responsible to: Head of Fundraising

Post Objective: Working under the direction of the Head of Fundraising, to take responsibility for any community engagements. This being Corporate led commitments, events and management of Volunteers and the Charity Shops.

Responsibilities :-

• Work effectively as part of the Management team reporting directly to the Head of Fundraising to ensure that the Shelter is run in accordance with the instructions of the Board of Trustees.

• In conjunction with the Head of Fundraising and Fundraising team promote a range of fundraising events and functions on behalf of the shelter throughout the year including regular weekend activities, working closely with and involving other members of the management team, other staff and volunteers. Look after the entire life cycle of each event from initial enquiry/plan to completion.

· In conjunction with the Head of Fundraising and Fundraising team oversee regular Corporate groups attending the shelter, encouraging them to fundraise beforehand and afterwards. Support and lead their CSR day at the shelter.

· Responsible for the acquisition of new corporate partners and the effective stewardship and development of existing corporate relationships to maximise long-term support for the organisation.

 · Take the lead on any General Shelter talks within the local community.

· Collaborate with the Education team and support them with workshops where requested and relevant.

· Manage and oversee events on the day of happening, including problem solving, welcoming guests/supporters, directing event set-up, communicating with staff and organizing vendors. Ensure all event equipment such as gazebo’s, tables, chairs, information stand, marketing materials, etc are available and loaded onto vehicles the night before and then unloaded when returned.

• Communicate with other members of the Fundraising team to create effective advertisements for each event, creating paper based items such as posters and information or for the website/Facebook online advertisements for individual events., leaflets and online advertisement.

• Anticipate and plan for different scenarios and where necessary plan multiple events at once.

· Have overall responsibility for the promotion and performance of the onsite and offsite Charity Shops liaising regularly with and managing the Onsite Shop Supervisor and offsite Shop Manager. Ensure that the EPOS system incorporating the Retail Gift Aid process works correctly and captures GA where possible.

· Actively promote and coordinate the collection of items for fundraising recycling, via the individual Charity Shops.

· Coordinate the distribution, collection and careful recording of money spinners , individual money collection tins and food collection bins.

· Pro-actively seek out new collection sites and times, gaining local council licences where necessary and be involved and co-ordinate these. Includes street collections ( Christmas and Race week)  via Cheltenham Borough Council, Pets At Home store collections and regular supermarket collections.

· Ensure events are well manned by Volunteers and as much support is given as possible to all activities profiling the Shelter.

· Post and monitor adverts for and then recruit and induct new Volunteers for various non animal related roles as demand dictates within the Shelter.

· Monitor, encourage and support those volunteers in all aspects of daily life within both the Shelter and at all external events.

· Record regular hours of all Volunteers, hold thank you events and organise recognition certificates for long service Volunteers.

· Attend various Networking events to make new contacts and keep up to date with all local and national Volunteering groups and news.

· Promote the Animal Shelter in a positive and pro-active manner by improving systems and methods and provide an exemplary lead to staff.

· Provide excellent customer care when in contact with members of the public, supporters, sponsors ,and other’s presenting a professional image at all times.

· Carry out any other reasonable duties as required by the General Manager, Operations Manager or Head of Fundraising