KEY INFORMATION
Location: Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, Nottingham, or London
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, full time
Start date: September 2025 (we are happy to work with you and your notice period)
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £33,220 - £38,370 per annum if based in London. £30,645 -£35,795 per annum if based in Manchester, Nottingham, Newcastle or Bristol. Salary banding is dependent on the skills and experience criteria detailed below. £312 yearly tax-free work from home allowance. Salaries are reviewed annually in August.
Applications will close 9am, 21st July.
Interviews will be taking place w/c 28th July 2025.
ABOUT UPREACH
Do you think that your socio-economic background should determine your career prospects?
upReach’s vision is of a society in which everybody has an equal opportunity to realise their full career potential. Our work is important because right now a student from disadvantaged background who gains a first-class degree from a top university is less likely to secure an elite job than a more privileged student with a 2.2.
We are an award-winning charity employer working to address this issue in partnership with employers and universities. We help undergraduates from disadvantaged backgrounds achieve their career potential by providing an intensive programme of support that addresses socio-economic barriers to graduate employment.
To find out more about how we support our students, visit our website and read our Annual Report, and Impact Report.
ROLE SUMMARY
This is a great opportunity for a motivated and ambitious fundraiser with experience in trusts, foundations and/or corporate fundraising to join upReach as we deliver our three-year strategy (2024–2027). The successful candidate will contribute to the growth of upReach through the development and stewardship of relationships with trusts, foundations, and corporate partners, and by helping secure five and six figure grants and gifts.
Reporting to the Senior Fundraising Manager, this role will manage a portfolio of funders and help the wider team to meet income targets. You will work collaboratively across the organisation including the delivery and impact teams, finance, partnerships, and Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Working with stakeholders (internal and external)
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Develop and maintain positive, mutually beneficial relationships with key external contacts, including funders and volunteers.
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Champion and model a culture of outstanding relationship management.
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Make the fundraising ‘ask’ as and when appropriate.
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Respond promptly to requests for information and action from supporters.
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Report and disseminate the key issues to emerge from supporter feedback.
Fundraising
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Independently manage a portfolio of charitable trusts & foundations, and corporate supporters, giving at the five and six figure level. Steward these relationships delivering the highest levels of donor care.
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Research and identify potential new funding opportunities to build the team’s pipeline.
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Lead on the cultivation of your own pipeline of new funders, working creatively to find opportunities to engage organisations with our work.
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Develop compelling, comprehensive funding proposals for trusts & foundations and companies, to renew existing partnerships and secure funding from new organisations.
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Work closely with colleagues in the Data & Impact and Programmes team to prepare and write donor reports and other impact communications.
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Contribute to the smooth delivery of philanthropic corporate partnerships including employee engagement, staff fundraising activities and volunteering.
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Prepare and thoroughly brief senior colleagues ahead of meetings with potential and existing funders.
Financial
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Contribute to team fundraising income target (circa £2m) in line with the overarching strategy.
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Help track progress against income targets and report on performance regularly to the fundraising team.
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Contribute to the management of budgets and assist in preparing forecasts and annual plans.
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Flag risks or opportunities that may affect income generation to senior team members.
Team Support and Collaboration
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Manage team members on our graduate programme (rotatees) on fundraising projects as required.
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Play a proactive role in facilitating a positive, collaborative and high-performing fundraising team culture.
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Attend and contribute to regular team meetings and planning sessions.
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Work with teams across the organisation to ensure fundraising plans align with organisational needs and priorities.
Systems and Processes
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Maintain accurate and up to date records on the CRM to enable effective donor, supporter, supplier and volunteer relationship management.
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Comply with the organisation’s data protection obligations, charity law and other legal requirements.
Other
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Continue to develop fundraising skills and knowledge, including keeping up to date with best practice and sector trends.
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Carry out additional fundraising and administrative tasks as needed to help the team.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
To be successful, it is anticipated that you will have experience working in a fundraising role within a charity or similar environment. The ideal candidate should display these skills:
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Significant experience working in a fundraising or similar role within a charity or nonprofit setting, to include writing funding proposals and stewardship reports.
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Knowledge of high value fundraising techniques including a clear understanding of prospecting, cultivating, securing and managing partnerships.
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Strong communication and storytelling skills, both written and oral, with the ability to turn complex ideas into concise and effective cases for support.
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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
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Able to manage a varied workload and balance conflicting priorities to meet deadlines.
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Confidence working independently, as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
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Ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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Some familiarity with data protection, GDPR and good practice in donor stewardship.
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A desire to learn, grow and develop a career in fundraising.
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A strong alignment with upReach’s mission and a passion for tackling barriers to social mobility.
If you are interested in the role but do not meet all of the criteria, we’d still love to hear from you. We’d also welcome a call to discuss the role further if that would be helpful for you.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
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Motivation - Shows self-motivation to increase upReach’s impact, and develops an understanding of team strengths to provide support to the wider team where needed.
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Leadership - Takes responsibility for leading on set projects, creating a supportive environment for any others working on the project, and inspiring the wider team by keeping them informed on progress.
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Continuous improvement - Pursues this continuously, focusing on developing specific skills needed in your role, actively implementing any learnings from training, and measuring your performance.
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Planning and organising - Organising own work effectively, including scheduling, prioritising, setting and communicating realistic timeframes, and negotiating successfully when faced with multiple requests / working on collaborative tasks.
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Problem solving & decision making - Being the key problem solver within an area of responsibility, using experience to analyse problems from different angles, including getting input from others, asking questions and using data before making decisions
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Innovative - Proactively suggestions to improve the team’s current working methods, applying own knowledge and expertise to solutions
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Management (rotations)- Able to give clear instruction and lets people know what’s expected of them in collaborative work or area of leadership, and able to manage partnerships / external relationships effectively
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Commitment to social mobility - Has developed an advanced understanding of social mobility and complex concepts within the field, and can articulate upReach’s role within this to external stakeholders
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Communication - Express ideas effectively and sensitively, confidently handling challenging conversations, and leading meetings and sessions where appropriate.
Team Culture & Benefits:
By joining the upReach team, you will be joining a team who are committed to supporting you in your career journey and fostering an inclusive culture.
We offer:
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Flexible and hybrid working
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Statutory Holiday Entitlement of 25 days, plus bank holidays. This increases to 27 days 2.5 years and then to 30 days after 5 years of working with us.
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Birthday leave and volunteer leave
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Enhanced Parental Leave beyond statutory requirements for all team members.
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3% Pension Contribution, which increases to 5% after 5 years of working with us.
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Cycle-to-work and tech buying schemes.
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Monthly socials
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Dedication to Staff Wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aid Training and annual wellbeing days
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Summer Hours (early Friday finishes from June to Aug)
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Personal Development Budget, activated after 6 months in the role
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The opportunity to participate in our fantastic staff networks:
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Disability and Inclusion Network
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Diverse Roots Network
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Green Network
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LGBTQ+ Network
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Mindfulness Network
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Parents and Carers Network
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Socio-economic Background Network
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Ready to apply?
We are committed to making our recruitment process inclusive. All applications will be blind screened, and our job packs are available in Braille, large text or another format upon request. We can provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment application process and on the job, and we'll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible.
Applications close on Monday, 21st July at 9 am.
Equal Opportunities
At upReach, we are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, social background or any other protected class. We celebrate and value the diverse perspectives that people from all backgrounds bring to our team. We are passionate about creating a workplace that is inclusive and reflects the diversity of communities across the UK. Diversity in the workplace creates dynamic and effective organisations and we are actively working to build a more inclusive workforce by continuously improving our recruitment, retention, and development practices. We particularly encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds, those with disabilities , those who are care-experienced, those from low socio-economic backgrounds, and those who are LGBTQIA+. During the application process you will be asked to fill out your diversity information, this will not effect your outcome and cannot be seen by application reviewers and interviewers. All diversity data collected is anonymous.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Special Events Coordinator (Fundraising)
Salary £31,000 - £33,000 per annum - subject to skills and experience
Hours of work 37.5 hours a week over five days (due to the nature of this role,
some anti-social hours working will be required)
Base Hybrid working for the foreseeable future, with attendance in the office two days a week, including one day being a Thursday at our central office:
· Pears Building, Pond Street, London, NW3 2PP
Other office days may be worked from our other sites at:
· Barnet Hospital, Wellhouse Lane, Barnet, EN5 3DJ
· Chase Farm Hospital, 127 The Ridgeway, Enfield, EN2 8JL
The role
The special events coordinator will report to the special events manager.
We have a great opportunity for an experienced and proactive special events coordinator to join our dynamic philanthropy & campaign team at the Royal Free Charity. This is a role for someone with proven experience of delivering high-quality events end to end - someone who thrives on the detail, keeps things running like clockwork and brings creativity and poise under pressure.
You will be instrumental in delivering bespoke, high-value experiences such as private dinners, small group tours, donor visits and our flagship annual event, The Marsden Lecture. These are carefully curated opportunities to inspire generosity and deepen relationships with key supporters. You will work closely with internal teams and senior stakeholders, so diplomacy, adaptability and strong interpersonal skills are essential. If you're looking to deliver purposeful work in a fast-paced, mission-led environment, we would love to hear from you.
Principal responsibilities
Event planning and coordination
· Develop event concepts and themes, create detailed event plans and coordinate all logistical aspects of events of events falling within the remit of this role.
· Work closely with the philanthropy and campaign team to design and implement special events that maximise fundraising potential.
Stewardship events
· Plan and manage events to acknowledge and appreciate donors, facilitating their continued support and engagement with the charity.
Engagement activities
· Organise and execute events that foster engagement and increase awareness of the charity's mission and goals.
Supporting the new cancer campaign
· Prepare for campaign events in support of a £50m campaign for a ground-breaking cancer centre on the Royal Free Hospital site.
Vendor management
· Whether on-site at one of our hospitals or at an external venue, take responsibility for sourcing, negotiating and managing relationships with vendors, including caterers, suppliers and on-site partners.
Budget management
· Create and manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining high-quality standards.
Communications and promotion
· Collaborate with the communications team to develop promotional materials and strategies to maximise event attendance and engagement.
RSVP management
· Managing the RSVP mailbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses to event invitations and queries.
Database management
· Maintain and update event-related databases, ensuring accurate records of participants, donors and sponsors.
Relationship management
· Act as the main point of contact for colleagues, donors and contractors, ensuring their needs and expectations are met throughout the event planning and delivery process.
Portfolio manager support
· Assist portfolio managers in engaging with prospects and donors effectively, providing event-related insights and facilitating meaningful connections.
On-site coordination
· Oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown, ensuring all elements are in place and events run smoothly.
Post-event evaluation
· Conduct post-event evaluations to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.
Oversight and responsibility
· Manage risk assessment, risk management and first aid training to ensure the safety and well-being of all event participants.
This job description is not exhaustive; the role will include other tasks and responsibilities commensurate with the post and subject to change to meet legislative requirements.
This position would suit a candidate who:
- is highly organised, creative and possesses effective communication skills
- has proven experience in event planning and coordination, ideally including fundraising events
- develops excellent client relations with a wide variety of stakeholders
- has the ability to oversee events from setup to breakdown
- can manage RSVPs and maintain event-related activity on a CRM.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications
· No specific qualifications are required, but a good level of numeracy and literacy is essential.
Experience
Essential
· Significant events delivery experience, ideally within the not-for-profit sector.
· Proven track record in developing and managing events on time and ensuring they are in line with budget (managed by the special events manager), achieving key performance indicators and receiving positive feedback from guests.
· Evidence of outstanding planning skills to deliver complex projects.
Desirable
· Experience of leading on the creation and implementation of innovative events that are tailored towards a specific audience’s interests.
Skills and knowledge
Essential
· A keen interest in the fundraising sector, with a desire to learn and grow in the role.
· An excellent eye for detail.
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including diplomacy and the ability to negotiate.
· Committed to achieving objectives and delivering a high-quality service to agreed timescales.
· Excellent IT skills in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and experience of using a CRM.
Desirable
· Understanding of the events sector and appropriate techniques and approaches for a major donor audience.
· Ability to develop and monitor budgets.
· Understanding of major donor fundraising and the role events can play in successful cultivation of relationships (ideally learned through direct experience).
· Ability to contribute to a collaborative and agile team, enabling others to learn and deliver and celebrating successes.
· Ability to:
- support colleagues and stakeholders positively
- build supportive and trusting relationships .
- Knowledge of fundraising regulations and best practice including Gift Aid and GDPR.
The team
Our dynamic fundraising department generated £4.5m through donations in 2023/24, and we are now preparing for an ambitious multi-million-pound campaign in support of a ground-breaking cancer centre on the site of the Royal Free Hospital.
We pride ourselves on being a supporter focused and agile function, working at the heart of the charity to deliver impact for patients and staff across our hospitals.
Responsible for attracting and retaining donors, and delivering an outstanding supporter experience, the fundraising department comprises two teams which work closely together to achieve our shared objectives:
·Our philanthropy & campaigns team builds relationships with individual philanthropists, trusts, foundations, corporate organisations and intermediaries, giving or facilitating donations of £10,000 or more to the charity each year. They lead major appeal activity for the charity, currently focused on our forthcoming cancer campaign, the charity’s first patron programme, and special events to support these activities.
·Our public fundraising team harnesses the support and energy of individuals and groups, helping them to give back in the way that works for them. This includes committed giving, in memory support, gifts in wills, and fundraising events and challenges.
·Our database and supporter care colleagues underpin and support the entire department.
Organisation
The Royal Free Charity stands at the threshold of its most important period of development.
Our vision is for everyone served by the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust (RFL) to have access to world-leading healthcare, delivered by a thriving workforce, and driven by medical research that has a global impact. We support the 17,000 staff of the RFL and their two million patients across Barnet, Chase Farm, North Mid and Royal Free hospitals and more than 30 NHS services.
Through the services we provide, and the programmes and equipment we fund, we make a profound and immediate difference to patients’ experiences of care.
The recruitment process
To apply for this post, send your:
- CV (please include your last employer and dates of employment)
- Cover letter: 1-2 page letter detailing your interest in the role and how you meet the person specification
Please note, that applications submitted without a cover letter may not be considered for this role.
Closing date for application: 27 July 2025, midnight.
Interview date: 5 August 2025
Please kindly note that we may close the job advert before the closing date if we receive a large volume of applications.
- You must be eligible to work in the UK
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may require during the recruitment process.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, the Royal Free Charity is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
Benefits:
Core benefits
· 25 days of paid holiday, plus three-day office closure rest period between Christmas and New Year, and UK bank holidays. This increases to 30 days leave after five completed years of continuous employment (all leave is pro rata for part time employees).
· A contributory pension scheme, where we match your 4% contribution towards your pension. If you choose to increase your payments into your pension scheme, we’ll match your contribution up to 9%.
· A sick pay package that offers one month’s full pay and one month’s half pay in any 12-month period if you’ve been with us for less than two years. This rises to two months’ full pay and two months’ half pay in any 12-month period after two years of continuous employment.
· Occupational maternity pay and paternity pay packages that provide more generous support than statutory pay alone.
· A flexible working policy to support our employees’ work/life balance.
Support for your financial wellbeing
As a member of the Royal Free family, you’ll be entitled to benefit from:
· Expert financial advice from our financial partner, the London Credit Union
· Savings on purchases with the Blue Light Card
· Our Death in Service benefit
Support for your health and wellbeing
· Subsidised gym, pool and classes at our Rec Club in Hampstead
· Secure bicycle parking and shower facilities at our Hampstead site
· Fortnightly guided meditation
· Free massage therapy from our complementary therapy team
· Menopause peer support group
· Employee Assistance Programme offering 24-hour access to free confidential advice and support on work and personal issues.
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OASIS NAVIGATOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT WORKERS x 3 vacancies
FULL AND PART TIME (40 and 20 HOURS PER WEEK)
FIXED TERM (2 x vacancies fixed for 12 months and 1 post fixed until 31st March 26)
SALARY: £27,810 - per annum (FTE), pro rata for part time hours
LOCATION: GREATER MANCHESTER (1 post based in Trafford)
Are you passionate about supporting young people and communities? Will you support young people to recognise and reach their full potential. Oasis is recruiting Youth Development Workers to be part of the Greater Manchester Navigator Project. This is an incredible project that supports young people impacted by violence.
We believe violence is preventable…We are passionate about inclusion and believe young people and communities should be central to local and national violence reduction strategies. If you share this passion and want to make a difference, come and join our team.
As a Youth Development worker you will;
· Be present in Hospital/ Custody/ Community locations to support young people that are impacted by violence.
· Work with young people in the community supporting them to process what has happened and linking them in with services/groups that will provide them with sustainable ongoing support.
· Deliver group work sessions to get young people talking about the issue of violence providing a safe space for them to talk about their concerns and what they want to change.
· Support communities impacted by critical incidents.
Amongst other requirements, the successful post holder must have:
· Relevant experience OR qualification in Youth & Community (JNC), Social Work (QSW) or SEND.
· Proven experience working with young people ‘at risk’.
· Reliability, with a flexible approach to changes and able to work unsociable hours.
As part of the package, Oasis offers:
- A pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution.
- A generous holiday allowance and training opportunities.
- A supportive, friendly work environment, with flexible working arrangements.
If you are interested in this position, please email a CV and covering letter detailing why you feel you are suitable for this role.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers to application or would like to have a conversation about the role, please let us know.
Completed applications should be returned by 9am Monday 4th August 25.
Interviews will take place on W/C 11th August 25
Oasis is a multi-national charity supporting young people and their families in 10 countries worldwide. Our vision is for building healthy communities: places where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their full potential.
Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1163889
Must have evidence of right to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.