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Salary: £19,200 per annum pro rata (£32,000 FTE)
Contract: Permanent, part-time (22.5 hours per week) - working days to be agreed at interview
Location: St Edmund House, Bishop Crispian Way, Portsmouth, PO1 3QA
Travel: Occasional travel across the Diocese required. Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle essential
About Us:
The Diocese of Portsmouth spans Hampshire, Berkshire, South Oxfordshire, and the Channel Islands. We support 87 parishes and 50 schools, serving over 27,000 practising Catholics and 32,000 children and their families. Our work is meaningful, community-focused, and values-driven.
About the Role:
Are you an experienced and proactive HR professional with a strong understanding of UK employment law and a passion for supporting people? We are seeking a confident and capable HR Advisor to join our Diocese HR Team, providing high-quality advice and guidance to managers and employees across a wide range of HR matters.
This is a pivotal time to join our team as we continue to develop our HR infrastructure and support the implementation of our 10-year Mission Plan. You’ll play a key role in shaping our HR function and contributing to a positive and inclusive working culture.
HR Advisor - Job Description
Advisory
- Provide advice to line managers on employee relations (ER) issues e.g. policies, performance management, end-to-end absence management including return to work meetings, reporting and occupational health referrals etc. Able to resolve complex employee relation issues and conduct investigations where necessary.
- Provide advice to managers across all policy and practice areas, for example on family friendly policies such as maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, carers leave, etc.
- Support the maintenance of existing policy documentation and make changes where applicable
- Proactively take responsibility for the adherence and implementation of HR policies
- Support line managers in the management of employees in probation, and where necessary extension cases
- Support line managers in performance management practices, objective setting and performance improvement plans (PIPs)
HR Analytics
- Report on HR analytics monthly and quarterly for the HR Manager, for example on headcount, sickness, recruitment analytics, staff turnover and remuneration reports.
Benefits and Payroll
- Support the HR Manager with reward strategies and implementation
- Prepare payroll changes each month for HR Manager sign off
- Assist the HR Manager with annual benchmark surveys
- Support the HR Manager in liaison with benefit providers
Talent Acquisition and onboarding
- Work with the HR team for efficient and accurate end-to-end recruitment in all areas across the Diocese.
- Work in liaison with the HR Administrator to coordinate and execute the Diocese recruitment processes to include working with recruitment agencies, posting job adverts, liaising with line managers for shortlisting, offers of employment to suitable candidates, and onboarding.
- Ensuring the new joiner inductions are organised and all documentation has been received and checked.
- In the absence of HR Administrator, produce and issue relevant documentation following promotions, job title changes, salary increases and ensure that HR records are updated accordingly by the HR administrator.
Learning & Development
- Identify learning needs and appropriate methods of meeting needs in the most cost-effective way.
- Support the HR Manager in the delivery of training as required, including annual conferences and line manager training.
- Ensures training requirements are met to fulfil and maintain health and safety requirements such as First Aid and Fire Safety.
- Ensures that refresher training is completed for existing employees in data protection, cyber security, health and safety, and EDI.
- Be a trusted advisor and coach to line managers on people related issues.
- Ensure all documentation is completed by employees who are supported in their further training and education by the Diocese, including a Further Education Support Agreement.
General
- Regular review of data integrity and updates to the HRIS including regular audits.
- Support the HR Manager to drive workforce planning, talent acquisition, and retention strategies
- Deal with queries from the HR inbox to ensure effective and prompt responses
- Involvement in HR projects and new initiatives as required
- Updating of HR intranet pages.
- Contribute to HR-related projects such as organisational change, restructures, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Keep up to date with developments in employment law and HR best practices.
- Support the HR Manager with volunteer management
- Undertake other reasonable tasks as requested by the HR Manager.
HR Advisor - Person Specification
Essential
- Understands the people practices, processes and approaches across the employee lifecycle including for example, recruiting people, conducting learning needs analysis, creating talent pools, developing people policies, analysing people data, managing grievances.
- Able to apply legal knowledge and judgment to people practices
- Able to demonstrate evidence-based practice in decision making
- Proven problem-solving ability
- Understands and interprets data and analytics and its usage, and can measure their impact and value
- Able to explore stakeholder needs and concerns using a range of methods
- Experience of managing change and different approaches
- Understands and can influence the organisation to develop and maintain a positive culture and healthy working environment.
- Able to think in a systemic way to align different elements of the organisations values, culture, structures, people policies and practices to maximise organisational performance
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Minimum CIPD Level 5 qualification
Desirable
- Working towards or holds CIPD Level 7 qualification
- Experience of change management
- Experience of working in the reward arena and adept at data analysis
- Experience in not-for-profit sector or public sector
- Experience supporting organisational change and employee engagement initiatives.
Applicant Information
Employee Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Free life assurance
- Employee wellbeing programme
If you are inspired by the idea of working in a values-driven environment where your efforts will have a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability and motivation for applying.
Closing date: Wednesday 3rd December at 23:59.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the deadline.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
We welcome applications from individuals who support the ethos and values of the Catholic Church. The Diocese of Portsmouth is an equal opportunities employer.
Interview Details
You will be notified shortly after the closing date, should we wish to progress your application and invite you to an interview.
Appointment
Any offer of employment to work at the Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth is conditional upon receipt of two satisfactory employment references, provision of relevant certification of qualifications held, and completion of pre-employment checks.
You must have a valid UK Right to Work, as the Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth does not offer UK Visa Sponsorship.
Bringing people closer to Jesus Christ through His Church



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People & Culture Manager
Location: Fully remote with flexible working arrangements
Contract: Permanent, part-time (0.6 FTE, 3 days a week which can be worked flexibly)
Salary: £21,500 - £24,000 pa, depending on experience (0.6 FTE of £35,828 - £40,000)
Closing Date for applications: Sunday 23rd November 2025, 11:59pm
Due to high numbers of applications, prior to interview we plan to carry out initial screening calls with prospective candidates before selection for interview. We will be asking about your reasons for applying and how you think your skills and experiences align to the role. Please note we are only able to respond to unsuccessful candidates.
* N.b. Both a CV and a cover letter must be submitted for applications to be considered.
Screening calls: Tuesday 25th and Wednesday 26th November 2025
Interviews: Monday 1st and Tuesday 2nd December 2025
Start Date: ASAP – this is a new post.
About: The Good Faith Partnership
At Good Faith, we create solutions to society’s most difficult problems. Our clients are diverse and complex, from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office to faith-based organisations, businesses, charities and funders. We connect businesses, governments, charities, philanthropists, foundations and communities to make lasting change - from incubating projects like the Warm Welcome campaign, helping support the Home Office’s Homes for Ukraine Scheme or co-ordinating public affairs for the Patriarch of Jerusalem in the UK, US and EU.
At our core, we believe in the power of strong, unlikely relationships, to drive positive social change.
The Opportunity
Good Faith is seeking our first People & Culture Manager – a hands-on, strategic HR generalist who is excited to shape and scale a people-first culture in a growing, purpose-driven organisation.
You’ll play a pivotal role in building and embedding people practices that reflect our mission and values, ensuring Good Faith remains an exceptional place to work. As an advisor to the senior leadership team (SLT) and a key support to colleagues across the organisation, you'll be responsible for day-to-day HR operations as well as helping to shape longer-term people strategy.
This role combines compliance and compassion, policy and people, and structure and soul. It’s ideal for someone who thrives in an agile environment, brings a proactive and people-centred mindset, and wants to make a lasting impact.
Key Responsibilities
HR Operations & Compliance
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Act as first point of contact for HR matters, ensuring compliance with UK employment law and best practice.
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Maintain and embed up-to-date HR policies and processes, delivering staff training where needed.
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Manage sensitive employee relations issues (e.g. grievances, disciplinary, absence management) with fairness and integrity.
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Serve as designated Safeguarding Lead
Recruitment & Onboarding
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Lead inclusive and transparent recruitment processes, ensuring a great candidate experience
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Oversee onboarding to ensure new team members feel welcomed, equipped and engaged from day one.
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Provide direction, support, and oversight to the team member responsible for implementing recruitment and onboarding activities.
Performance & Development
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Oversee effective line management processes, ensuring they are fair, developmental and aligned with our values.
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Support managers to strengthen their people leadership skills and to deliver effective performance reviews and personal development plans.
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Identify and coordinate learning and development opportunities to support growth and career progression.
Wellbeing, Engagement & Inclusion
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Lead initiatives that promote employee wellbeing, engagement, and retention.
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Design and run staff feedback mechanisms (e.g. surveys), working SLT to act on insights and improve workplace experience.
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Champion diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging across all people practices.
People Systems & Processes
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Manage HR systems (BrightHR), employee records and documentation.
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Oversee payroll, pensions, and benefits administration (in collaboration with external providers where relevant).
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Manage Associate (external consultant) contracts.
People Strategy & Culture
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Develop and deliver a people and culture strategy aligned with our mission and values.
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Embed our organisational values across people processes and internal communications.
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Lead workforce planning to ensure we are structured for sustainable growth.
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Develop and implement internal communications that strengthen alignment and team cohesion.
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Foster a positive, supportive, and high-performing workplace culture.
Leadership & Management
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Provide line management to relevant team members, supporting their growth and wellbeing, as required
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Work closely with the SLT to provide HR insight and strategic advice.
Other
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Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the role and the evolving needs of the organisation.
Person Specification
We value lived experience, transferable skills, and potential – so if you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply if this role excites you. However, the following will be an asset for this role:
HR Operations & Compliance
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3–5 years of relevant HR experience, ideally within a small or purpose-led organisation.
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Demonstrated experience managing sensitive employee relations issues.
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Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, HR policy development, and HR best practice.
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Demonstrable awareness of emerging trends in People and HR, including the opportunities and ethical considerations presented by AI and automation
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CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above), or equivalent experience.
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Experience acting as a Safeguarding Lead, or working closely with a Designated Safeguarding Lead.
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Proven ability to design and deliver HR policy and compliance training.
Recruitment & Onboarding
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Experience leading recruitment, including drafting role descriptions, selection criteria, managing shortlisting and interviews
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Ability to create positive onboarding experience
Performance & Development
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Experience developing and embedding performance management frameworks, including appraisals and personal development planning.
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Ability in supporting and equipping managers in their line management responsibilities
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Experience identifying learning and development opportunities that align with organisational and individual growth needs.
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Understanding of how to support career progression and talent development in small or resource-constrained organisations.
Wellbeing, Engagement & Inclusion
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Demonstrable commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in people practices and organisational culture
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Experience designing and managing employee feedback mechanisms and using results to initiate change
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Knowledge of workplace mental health practices.
People Systems & Processes
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Experience managing HR systems (e.g., BrightHR or similar) and maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records.
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Proficient in overseeing payroll, pensions and benefits administration, including liaising with external providers.
People Strategy & Culture
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Experience developing or contributing to a People & Culture strategy aligned with organisational mission and values.
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Ability to embed organisational values into internal communications, processes, and leadership behaviours.
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Demonstrated experience in workforce planning, team structuring, and anticipating future people needs for sustainable growth.
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Strong understanding of how to build and maintain a positive, inclusive, high-performing organisational culture.
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Experience writing and managing internal communications that support engagement, alignment, and transparency.
Leadership & Management
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Experience of working independently and managing a broad portfolio of HR responsibilities with minimal supervision
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Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across diverse teams and at all levels of seniority.
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Demonstrated ability to provide strategic HR insight and advice
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Experience in line management, including supporting direct reports’ development and wellbeing.
Other Skills and Attributes
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Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate complex or sensitive information with clarity and empathy.
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Excellent organisational, planning, and prioritisation skills.
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Proactive, solutions-focused, and adaptable to change.
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High level of integrity, discretion and commitment to confidentiality.
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced, values-led, and evolving environment.
Working Arrangements
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Current members of the team are based across the UK, with some in London, Reading, Bristol, Manchester and Northern Ireland. Applicants must be able to travel once a month for a Tuesday full team meeting which takes place in Bristol or Reading. Additional coworking opportunities in Bristol, Reading or London may be possible.
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This role is fully remote, with flexible working arrangements.
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All employees, volunteers, partners, suppliers and consultants working with Good Faith are expected to adhere to our Code of Conduct and safeguarding policies. Good Faith’s commitment to safeguarding means we seek to ensure that no harm comes to people as a result of contact with the organisation’s programmes, operations or people.
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You will need to have the right to work in the UK.
Supporting Your Application
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We are happy to discuss and make any reasonable adjustments you might need at any stage of the application process.
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All employees, volunteers, partners, suppliers and consultants working with Good Faith are expected to adhere to our Code of Conduct and safeguarding policies. Good Faith’s commitment to safeguarding means we seek to ensure that no harm comes to people as a result of contact with the organisation’s programmes, operations or people.
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You will need to have the right to work in the UK.
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If you disclose a disability during your application process and you meet the minimum criteria for the role, we will contact you to discuss any reasonable adjustment you might need at the interview. If you wish to disclose a disability, please email us.
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We’d be very happy to answer any specific questions relating to this role - please email us on with ‘Query for People & Culture Manager role’ in the email subject line and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.
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To apply, send a cover letter (max 1 side of A4) which specifically addresses the requirements listed in the person specification, along with a CV, as we will use this to shortlist applications. Email these to us with ‘Application for People & Culture Manager role’. Applications must be received by 11:59pm on Sunday 23rd November 2025.
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For more information, see our website or find us on X at @goodfaith
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Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a national charity to recruit for a Community Manager – South East Coast in order to connect with volunteers, supporters, and the public to deliver critical income and engagement.
You will be the face of the charity in your region, ensuring that every supporter, volunteer, donor, and member of the public feels connected, inspired, and valued. You'll lead with energy, empathy, and purpose, ensuring our charity is the most loved and best supported in your area.
As a Community Manager you will:
- Deliver income and engagement targets by building strong local relationships.
- Inspire and lead volunteers, focusing their efforts where they have the greatest impact.
- Spend 80% of your time in the community, supporting events, partnerships, and outreach.
- Collaborate with specialist teams across fundraising, marketing, retail, legacy giving, and more.
- Recruit and manage volunteers to strengthen local impact.
- Create unforgettable supporter experiences that encourage long term loyalty and advocacy.
- Promote a positive safety culture and lead by example.
- Manage your budget and deliver initiatives efficiently and effectively.
To be successful, you must have experience:
- Proven experience in fundraising, community engagement or supporter relations.
- Strong track record of delivering targets and driving results.
- Excellent communication and active listening skills.
- Experience leading or supporting volunteers in a collaborative setting.
- High emotional intelligence and a creative, solutions focused mindset.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Salary: £34,893- £41,050
Location: Remote, you need to be based in South East Coast
Contract: Contract up to 23 months
Closing date: 19th November
Interview:TBC
Recruitment process: Cv to
If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
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Head of Individual Giving
We’re looking for an experienced and creative Head of Individual Giving to lead and grow our individual giving programme.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you’ll shape and deliver our individual giving strategy, overseeing the recruitment, retention and development of individual supporters. You’ll lead on our major appeals, including an annual national campaign to Catholic parishes across the UK.
You’ll also play a key role in developing new fundraising products, optimising donor journeys, and ensuring our CRM and data systems support excellent stewardship and insight-driven decision making. This is a senior position with significant scope to shape the programme and make your mark.
About You
We’re looking for a confident and strategic fundraiser with a strong grasp of individual giving and a collaborative approach. You’ll bring:
- Proven experience delivering successful individual giving or direct marketing campaigns in the charity sector
- Strong skills in supporter stewardship and donor retention
- Experience of managing budgets, teams and external suppliers
- A creative, data-driven approach to growing income
- Excellent communication skills
We improve the lives of seafarers and fishers through our network of local chaplains and seafarer centres, expert information, advocacy, and support.



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Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Location: Based in the London office, where we usually do team days once a week on a Thursday. Homeworking options available in line with Crisis’ Hybrid Working Policy.
About the role
As Brand Manager (Brand Marketing) at Crisis, you will play a pivotal role in developing and embedding a bold, unifying brand proposition that everyone across the charity can get behind. Working in close partnership with the Brand and Marketing Lead, Head of Brand Marketing and Audiences, and colleagues across Crisis — including experts by experience — you will shape what Crisis stands for and how we show up to the world.
We’re looking for someone who can help define and bring to life a long-term brand positioning platform and lead the development of integrated brand marketing campaigns that inspire belief and action in our vision to end homelessness.
This is a highly collaborative role that combines strategic brand thinking with creative execution — connecting insight, storytelling and design to ensure our brand is understood, felt, and lived both internally and externally.
About you
You will have:
- Proven experience in brand management or brand marketing roles – you’ll know how to deliver brand strategies that strengthen awareness and engagement
- Experience of developing or embedding a brand proposition or positioning platform
- A track record in delivering large-scale, integrated, multi-channel campaigns.
- A strong understanding of brand and audience insight, working with design and creative teams to deliver impactful storytelling and content.
- Proven skills in using brand and marketing data to inform decision-making.
- Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills — collaborative and able to bring others on the journey.
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- A competitive salary. Please note our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage.
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
- Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly
- And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Sunday 9 November 2025 at 23:59
Interview date and location: Monday 24 to Thursday 27 November via Microsoft Teams
Interview process: A short presentation task and then competency-based interview questions.
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Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
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Macular disease is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK, with around 300 people diagnosed every day. The Macular Society is the only charity determined to beat the fear and isolation of macular disease with world class research, and the best advice and support.
The Trusts & Philanthropy Manager role is a vital part of this vision and your excellent writing skills and relationship building will help us achieve our ambitions and make a meaningful impact.
Working closely within our passionate and results driven Trusts and
Philanthropy team, you will manage your own portfolio of charitable trusts and support the developing major donor and statutory funding relationships as required. You will be helping us beat macular disease by talking with funders and writing bespoke funding applications for support services, medical research and core costs. Diligently recording all relationship information and communications on our database.
We are looking for someone who:
• Knows their Stuff when it comes to excellent written communication skills to produce content that is inspiring, concise and informative.
• Can Make It Happen by working proactively under their own initiative.
• Shows They Care in the way they speak with our funders and the way they work and support colleagues across our teams.
Does this sound like you? If so, we would love to hear from you and chat about this role in more detail.
In return, we provide a great working culture – we do something worthwhile and are proud to work together to Beat Macular Disease – as recognised by our inclusion in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023 list.
We offer flexible working options, 26 days annual leave, rising to 27 after one years’ service, the ability to buy or sell annual leave, supportive family policies, and 6% pension contribution.
We are passionate about treating people fairly and as equals, doing so is instinctive to us. We know that to beat macular disease we have work to do. That’s why we are keen to hear from people of all backgrounds who have the skills and experience we are looking for. We particularly encourage applications from people from under-represented groups, to help ensure what we do and how we do it is inclusive – for everyone.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Centre Manager – Youlbury Scout Adventures
Location: Youlbury, Oxfordshire (Live-in role – accommodation provided)
Salary: £37,800 per annum, Band F, Level 3
Hours: 35 per week – evening and weekend work required on a rota basis
Contract: Permanent
We’re hiring a Centre Manager at Scout Adventures Youlbury in Oxfordshire – a live-in leadership role where you’ll manage an outdoor activity centre, lead a team of staff and volunteers, and deliver inspiring experiences for young people from across the UK and beyond.
About the role
Youlbury is part of Scout Adventures – a national network of outdoor activity centres that inspire and educate thousands of young people every year. As Centre Manager, you’ll lead the team that makes it all happen: from outdoor learning and adventure activities to catering, site safety, and customer service.
You’ll work closely with staff, volunteers, visitors, and partners to deliver exceptional experiences while ensuring smooth, safe, and financially responsible operations.
Living on site allows you to be part of the fabric of the centre – building relationships, responding quickly when needed, and enjoying everything this special environment has to offer.
What you’ll be doing as our Centre Manager – Youlbury:
- Leading and supporting a team of staff and volunteers to deliver high-quality services
- Managing daily operations, including accommodation, catering, activities, and events
- Ensuring every visitor has a safe, smooth, and memorable experience
- Overseeing the site budget and contributing to financial planning
- Building strong relationships with the local community, volunteers, and Scout teams
What we’re looking for in our Centre Manager – Youlbury:
- Experience managing teams in a busy, customer-facing setting
- Confidence working with budgets, health & safety, and operational planning
- A hands-on leader who thrives on variety and challenge
- A passion for outdoor learning and a values-driven approach
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Why live and work at Youlbury?
This is more than just a job — it’s a lifestyle. You’ll live among nature, with woodland walks, wildlife, and outdoor adventure just outside your door. On-site accommodation means no commute and the chance to be fully involved in a vibrant, purposeful community.
What you’ll get in return:
- 28 days holiday (rising to 32 after 2 years), plus extra days at Christmas
- Double-matched pension contributions up to 10%
- Award-winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022)
- Family-friendly policies and generous leave
- Access to training and development through our internal learning hub
Applications close: 23:59 on Monday, 10th November 2025
Interviews will be held in person: at Youlbury on Monday, 24th November 2025
Strictly no agencies.
The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs and lifestyles, ensuring that our teams can thrive both professionally and personally. We welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our innovation and community. Your unique experiences and ideas are essential to our success, and we look forward to hearing from all voices.
Location: The Children's Society Shop, Tithebarn St, KESWICK, Cumbria.
37 hours per week over Monday to Sunday
£25,760 per annum
We offer many enhanced benefits including:
-28 days holiday a year, plus Bank Holidays
-Stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8%
-Free parking space at the shop
-Free confidential counselling service: available to all staff and volunteers
-Opportunity for all managers to join our Bespoke Management Development Programme - Compass
Full details about our benefits can be found on our website.
Do you have retail experience and a flair for leadership? Are you a natural leader with a drive for results and a passion for making a difference?
We're looking for a confident and motivated Shop Manager to lead our team in our Keswick shop. The shop is less than a year old, making this a fantastic opportunity for the right person to engage with the local community, shape the shop's future, and drive up income to support young people.
You'll be responsible for managing an Assistant Shop Manager and a brilliant team of volunteers, working together to turn donated goods into meaningful support for young people. You'll lead and inspire existing volunteers, and attract, recruit and develop new ones to build a team that maximises the shop's potential.
If you have retail experience and enjoy connecting with people from all walks of life, this could be the perfect role for you. If you're also passionate about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We run local services that support children when they are at their most vulnerable and in desperate need of help. We're there for children, every step of the way.
We run over 100 local services that help thousands of young people who desperately need our support, and we campaign to get laws and policies changed to make children's lives happier and safer.
Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.
The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.
We look forward to receiving your application.
The closing date for applications is Friday 28th November 2025. Please note that if enough applications are received we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.
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Our client is a vibrant Surrey-based charity, committed to building futures for local people by providing services that support and assist disadvantaged and vulnerable people; their wide range of projects and activities aim to create happy, healthy and connected communities. They are now looking to recruit a Centre Manager to oversee the daily operations for one of their wonderful community-orientated sites based near Reigate.
Located in Mogador, the Centre offers a welcoming ‘home from home’ atmosphere for residential trips, day/evening visits, and access to its nature area. As Centre Manager, you will be the lead person responsible for the daily operations and overall management of the centre, working in partnership with a range of organisations who use the centre to deliver a range of high quality activities, including residential stays. You will oversee the management of a team of staff and volunteers, together with other contract workers, to ensure the premises are well maintained and functional. You will also work alongside the Facilities Manager to put in place a planned maintenance programme and service contracts along with a fast and responsive service to deal with day-to-day repairs and will work with any tenants on day-to day management of meeting health and safety requirements. You will also work with the marketing team to promote the Centre, ensuring that more people are aware of its offering, and the wonderful space it provides!
To apply for this role, you will have demonstrable experience of working within facilities and building management and will have knowledge and experience of Health and Safety legislation. You will have excellent communication skills and will be comfortable working in partnership with a range of organisations. You will be at ease working autonomously and will ideally have experience of promoting/marketing a service to develop a new customer base.
If you are interested in finding out more about this exciting opportunity, please register your interest and submit your CV by clicking 'apply now' below. CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis.
At Prospectus, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application. If you are enthusiastic about working with a fantastic charity that makes a real difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you!
Please note, this role is initially offered as a 12 month FTC maternity cover.
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Location: Based in London, with the team meeting once a week to collaborate in person. There will also be occasional national travel to meet with partners. Homeworking options in line with Crisis’ Hybrid working policy.
Contract: Two-year fixed term contract
About the role
We’re looking for an ambitious and creative Corporate Partnerships Account Manager to join our Brand, Marketing and Fundraising team. You’ll lead a diverse portfolio of partners, delivering exceptional account management that inspire action and drive meaningful change.
In this role, you’ll develop and grow partnerships that help end homelessness, from crafting strategic engagement plans and co-developing goals with partners, to creating compelling funding propositions that bring our mission to life. You’ll be skilled at building relationships with senior stakeholders, bold in spotting opportunities for innovation, and ensuring every partnership delivers impact.
You’ll work collaboratively across Crisis, sharing insights and ideas, representing the partnership team with professionalism and ensuring opportunities are maximised to the benefit of the wider organisation. With a strong understanding of CSR and sustainability, you’ll help partners make a lasting difference and play a key role in achieving and exceeding our ambitious income targets.
We’re looking for someone with:
- A proven track record in exceptional account management and stewardship
- Experience driving growth within corporate partnerships
- Strong communication and influencing skills
- A proactive, creative approach to problem-solving and opportunity-building
- A genuine commitment to Crisis’ purpose and values
If you’re an inspiring relationship builder who thrives on collaboration and wants to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- A competitive salary. Please note our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage.
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
- Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly
- And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Sunday 9 November 2025 at 23:59
Interview date and location:
- First round - W/C 17 November
- Second round – Likely beginning W/C 24 Nov
Interview process:
- First interviews will be competency-based questions
- Potentially a second interview that will include a written task or presentation.
AI in Job Applications
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Accessibility
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Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you ready to shape accessible and engaging digital experiences that inspire action and support our mission?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Digital Products Manager to take responsibility for the development, delivery and improvement of our digital products that connect and engage our supporters.
You will lead work on our website, donation, fundraising and campaigning platforms, and other digital tools - ensuring they meet the needs of our audiences and support the MND Association’s strategy. Working closely with our Income Generation and Engagement teams, you’ll develop digital experiences that inspire giving, deepen engagement, and make it easier for people to support our mission to improve the lives of those affected by MND.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the Association’s digital product portfolio, including websites, microsites and third-party platforms.
- Lead a programme of continuous improvement with our digital agency to deliver the best experience for our digital audiences.
- Scope new products, map user journeys and enhance existing services to design or optimise digital experiences.
- Advise on the procurement of new third-party digital platforms and technology.
- Translate business and user requirements into technical specifications and user stories.
- Ensure compliance with security and accessibility standards.
- Ensure all content is produced to SEO best practice and work with our digital agencies to improve website content.
- Use data, analytics and usability testing to improve user experience and journeys.
- Manage Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager, producing insights and identifying opportunities for development.
- Support colleagues with training, guidance and communities of practice.
- Build effective working relationships with external partners, suppliers and agencies.
About You:
- Experience in digital fundraising and income generation.
- Knowledge of digital innovation in campaigning and raising awareness.
- Technical skills in Drupal CMS and Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Experienced across the full product lifecycle with knowledge of team roles and documentation.
- Strong understanding of user-centred design, user journeys and testing.
- Awareness of best practice and emerging trends in digital technology and content.
- Broad knowledge of accessibility principles and tools to support inclusive design.
- Confident using audience insight, data and analytics to inform decisions.
- Able to manage competing priorities, working to deadlines and balancing multiple projects.
About Us:
Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.
What We Offer:
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies.
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video.
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines.
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave).
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping.
- Enhanced pension scheme.
- Opportunities for training and personal development.
- Hybrid working.
The full job description and further information about working for the MND Association is available in the candidate pack.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
Hybrid Working and Flexibility: This role offers hybrid working, with the expectation to attend the office 1 day per week with flexibility to attend more in line with organisation needs.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hours: 0.4 or 0.6FTE (14/21 hours per week respectively)
Location: Hybrid. Staff work remotely and from the Medact office in East London. London-based staff work in-person as a team one day per week, and staff based outside London come in at least once a month, with support for travel costs. Applications from outside London are encouraged.
Salary: £15,818.48 at 0.4FTE or £23,727.71 at 0.6FTE (£39,546.19 full time equivalent). Note: We do not negotiate salaries, so please only apply if this is in line with your expectations.
About the role
Medact is hiring for the new role of Fundraising Manager: Trusts & Grants to secure grant funds for the organisation over a critical one-year period. The new Fundraising Manager will be responsible for completing applications already in the pipeline, and then setting out a plan to apply for as many successful grants as possible in the period and delivering it.
The successful candidate will work closely with the senior leadership team and our programme staff, to identify, develop and write grant proposals to relevant funders, for both restricted and unrestricted income streams.
About you
This is a skilled role but you don’t need to have had a job in an NGO before or be a professional campaigner to be right for it. You might have successfully fundraised for a local community organisation or a grassroots campaign on a social justice or health issue that you care about.
You’ll have strong skills in developing and writing applications, with a strong understanding of the funding landscape and potential relevant grantmakers. You need to be a great communicator, able to translate the work of an organisation into language tailored for different funding bodies. You’ll also be a strong team player, able to work with relevant staff members to develop winning applications that fit properly within our existing strategy and areas of work.
About Medact
Medact organises with the health community to win a world in which everyone can truly achieve and exercise their human right to health. We cover some of the most pressing national and global threats to health and wellbeing including institutional racism; climate change; human rights abuses; violent conflict; and rising inequality. We’re a member-led organisation, and our members are made up of a range of people who work in health including nurses, doctors, midwives, and clinical researchers.
We take an organising-centred approach to our work. We build community power by working in solidarity with health workers and the communities experiencing harm from the unjust systems we challenge. We run national campaigns, use research to expose injustice, and we support local organising groups across the country who lead most of our work.
Benefits
- 35 hour full time work week
- 25 days paid holidays (pro-rata) plus bank holidays and additional days at Christmas when the office is closed
- Employer pension contribution
- Flexible working
- Learning and development budget
- Cycle to work scheme
- A caring and supportive culture and lots of opportunities for team connection
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About SPANA
SPANA (The Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad) is the global charity for the working animals of the world. Since our foundation in 1923, we have worked where they work, to support the welfare of working animals, including horses, donkeys, mules, oxen, dogs and camels.
About this role
This is an exciting opportunity to join SPANA’s Income Generation department at a time of growth for the organisation.As Individual Giving Manager, you’ll play a key role in developing and delivering SPANA’s committed giving programme and multi-channel retention campaigns, including stewardship and value exchange activities.Working closely with the Head of Individual Giving, you’ll help shape strategic plans across UK and international markets, driving income growth to expand SPANA’s global impact. You’ll also line manage the Individual Giving Executive and deputise for the Head of Individual Giving when required.
Contract, location and salary
This is a full-time (34.5 hours per week), permanent role. This role is UK based, hybrid working with regular attendance (approximately 1-2 days per month, or more if preferred) in our London office. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK currently and for the duration of the contract.
The salary for this position is c.£42,000 per annum, subject to skills and experience. SPANA is pleased to offer a range of benefits including a generous company pension scheme with 10% employer contribution if the employee contributes a minimum 5%, and health care cash plan.
Further details and how to apply
Please see the job description for full details including a person specification and information on how to apply. The deadline for applications is 23:59 GMT on Tuesday 11 November 2025.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK currently and for the duration of the contract.
We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager to manage a portfolio of dedicated major donors who contribute significant funding to the charity, developing and implementing inspiring supporter journeys that encourage repeated/ increased support. The postholder will work within a committed and supportive team environment, working collaboratively to raise awareness of the charity’s services, initiating and building mutually beneficial and sustainable relationships to ensure long-term support.
About Life:
Life is a UK charity for vulnerable women and families facing unexpected pregnancy or pregnancy loss. Life’s aim is to provide housing, care and support to vulnerable pregnant women (typically aged 16-25) who are in crisis situations, such as those facing homelessness (or at risk of), escaping abuse or other traumatic circumstances. We offer supported housing, a helpline and counselling service, and other practical and emotional support. Our services are inclusive; non-judgemental; and client-centred.
Our Values:
All our work is underpinned by the following universal human values:
- Humanity – All people are special and equal.
- Solidarity – We’re with you and for you.
- Community – We’re better together.
- Charity – Doing good for one another.
- Common good – Building a better world.
About You
Reporting to the Head of Fundraising, the postholder will work closely with the Individual Giving Manager and other fundraising team members to identify major donor prospects, ensuring thorough research and engagement to cultivate relationships and solicit major gifts. The role will also involve interacting with senior church contacts such as Archbishops and diocesan representatives who have a history of support, so whilst the charity is non-religious and non-political, sensitivity within this jurisdiction will be required.
Information about the role:
For further information, please see the attached job description.
Salary: £36,000 – £40,000 FTE
Hours: 21 hours per week over 3 days
Location: Home-Based with frequent travel to supporter locations and occasional travel to Head Office (Leamington Spa)
Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is found.
Benefits:
At Life we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training, we offer our:
- Generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time hours)
- Birthday Leave (applicable after 1 years service)
- Extra annual leave for long term service
- Company Pension Scheme
- Signed member of the Menopause Workplace Pledge
Safeguarding and Equality:
Life is committed to protecting all staff, volunteers and service users from harm of any kind. Life expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and equality within our organisation by encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. Life takes its obligation to protect the rights of children and vulnerable people very seriously; therefore, the successful candidate for this post will be also subject to extensive background checking, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) which is paid for by the Charity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Facilities and Operations Manager
We are looking for a Facilities and Operations Manager to join the team.
You will play a crucial role as they keep members, staff and volunteers safe by managing and maintaining the Youth Zone building effectively and efficiently.
This is an exciting opportunity to oversee the maintenance of a new, state-of-the-art, multi-million pound building that will transform young lives.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.
Position: Facilities & Operations Manager
Location: Preston (once the youth zone is open). Until then, the team is based at the charity’s temporary office space in the city centre.
Salary: £27-£30,000 (dependent upon experience)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays; workplace pension; free gym access (once Vault has opened); access to theTalent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring.
Closing Date: 12pm on Wednesday 12th November
First stage interviews: WC 17th November (online) subject to change
Second stage interviews (in-person): Thursday 20th November - Vault Youth Zone
(subject to change)
About the Role
You will ensure the charity is compliant with health and safety regulations including building, equipment, services, and related contracts, as well as carrying out general maintenance and managing the cleaning team, ensuring that the building is upheld to the highest of standards and accessible for all young people.
You will carry out and manage multi-disciplined activities including:
- Housekeeping
- Maintenance
- General maintenance duties
- Security and health and safety
About You
This is a varied role and the ideal candidate will have proven experience of managing similar types of buildings, e.g. schools, college/ university, sports or leisure centres or other large, multi-use/function buildings.
You will have experience of:
- Caretaking or premises/buildings maintenance and management in a similar environment.
- Line managing staff and contractors.
- Producing Risk Assessments.
- Contract administration, working with external contractors and consultants.
- Establishing and managing Planned Preventative Maintenance.
To apply, you will be asked to submit a CV and cover letter via the company website.
About the Organisation
All young people in Preston should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose, to find out what they’ve got and where it could take them. The Youth Zone will be a purpose-built space fizzing with energy and crammed with incredible facilities. It will be staffed by skilled and dedicated youth workers who truly believe in young people in the city – helping them see what they can achieve, and giving them the skills, confidence and ambition to go for it.
Once open, it will deliver life-changing support seven days a week to help thousands of young people from a diverse range of backgrounds to thrive.
The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application.
The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires a basic DBS check.
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