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Engagement Officer
Are you passionate about animal welfare? Are you great at building strong relationships?
We have an excellent opportunity for an Engagement Officer to join the team.
This role is crucial to the global influencing work within the Public Affairs, Advocacy and Campaigns department.
Position: Engagement Officer
Location: Remote
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 08.30-16.30, Monday-Friday.
Salary: £30,779 per annum
Contract: Permanent contract starting as soon as possible
Closing Date: Thursday 1 January 2026. However, we reserve the right to close this role early if a suitable candidate is found.
Interview Date: Interviews will take place the week commencing 19th January 2026.
About the Role
The Engagement Officer is responsible for identifying and maintaining meaningful relationships with global stakeholders, including governmental, non-governmental and educational institutions. We are tackling the greatest threats working donkeys face locally and around the world, from the donkey skin trade to challenges working animals face in disasters. By coordinating engagement around sustainable development, wildlife crime, One Health and One Welfare agendas, the Engagement Officer will enable the cohesion within the member groups that the Sanctuary are currently part of and inspire new ways of working. This includes the International Coalition of Working Equids (ICWE) and developing and building new coalition opportunities around working animals.
Principles duties include:
· Build strong internal and external partnerships with global stakeholders, including governmental and non-governmental organisations to grow existing and build new relationships.
· Coordinate and assist with accreditations and processes that support access in policy forums.
· Assist in the coordination of coalition and alliance engagement opportunities globally.
· Lead on agreed coalition / alliance priorities such as creating material, meeting with partners and planning international events.
· Create supporting materials and reports for stakeholders that advance the influencing agenda.
· Engage with, and support, team processes around strategic planning for external events and activities.
· Support the wider activities of the influencing work including helping to identify key external stakeholders and new forums.
· Manage the team horizon scanning
The globally working team is spread across the UK and overseas. This role is primarily remote, with flexibility to work from a location based in the UK that suits your needs and the needs of the organisation, in line with the Hybrid Working Guidelines. While the post is nominally linked to the Sidmouth office, there is only an occasional requirement to travel (around 3–4 times per year) to Sidmouth or another UK location for team meetings or organisational events.
About You
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate excellent communication skills with the ability to flex communication style depending on the audience and the message being delivered.
You will have experience of:
· Organising online events for international audiences
· Delivering positive stakeholder engagement activities
· International development
A demonstrable understanding of animal welfare would be beneficial in this role.
As part of the process, you will be asked to upload your CV and Cover Letter once you click to apply.
Benefits include:
· Competitive pension.
· Life assurance
· Healthshield.
· 31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 will each full year of service.
· Wellbeing team.
· Recorded Pilates and Yoga classes.
· Long service awards.
· Healthshield plan
· Free parking.
· Subsidised restaurant and shop.
About the Organisation
The sanctuary is one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.
The Charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.
You may also have experience in areas such as Engagement, Partnerships, Public Affairs, Advocacy, Campaigning, Partnerships and Engagement Officer, Partnerships Office, Engagement Officer, Global Partnerships, Global Engagement. #INDNFP
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Location: Home Based with regular national travel
Since 1962 the National Autistic Society has been campaigning to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people. In National Programmes we champion the rights and interests of autistic people and their families, making sure national policy and legislation to reflect their needs. We provide autism training and best practice services and want all autistic people to have access to services and support that fully meet their needs. We provide diagnostic services, training, accreditation, consultancy and conferences, designed to support all professionals and organisations.
The Supporter Fundraising team is responsible for managing and growing all supporter-led fundraising activity, including third-party challenge events, community fundraising, and our own portfolio of fundraising events. Together, our work generates over £1 million in income each year—vital funds that help the National Autistic Society achieve its mission: a society that works for autistic people.
Visit our website to find out more about who we are and what we do:
Who we are looking for:
We are seeking a proactive and creative Senior Events Fundraising Officer to join our dynamic team on a permanent basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about events fundraising and eager to take ownership of a diverse portfolio. You’ll play a key role in developing new fundraising events, supporting and inspiring colleagues, and delivering excellent supporter experiences that maximise income and impact.
The role will involve:
- Leading on a portfolio of owned and third-party fundraising events, including feasibility research, planning, marketing, participant recruitment, logistics, budgeting, and evaluation.
- Taking a lead role in the development of new fundraising events in collaboration with the Innovation Team, from research and proposals through to approval, delivery and evaluation.
- Providing first-class supporter care, ensuring participants feel valued and engaged, and that income and expenditure targets are met or exceeded.
- Working closely with marketing, press and PR colleagues to create and implement event promotion and communications plans, across both traditional and digital channels.
- Line managing and supporting Events Officers where appropriate, and deputising for the Events Fundraising Manager when required.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and event providers to ensure effective delivery and the best possible experience for supporters.
- Overseeing volunteer recruitment and stewardship plans to increase engagement and retention.
The successful candidate will bring:
- Experience of planning and delivering fundraising events, with proven ability to meet financial targets.
- Strong relationship-building skills, with confidence in working with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- A creative, innovative mindset and a passion for developing new fundraising opportunities.
- A commitment to delivering outstanding supporter care and improving supporter journeys.
This is a full-time, permanent role, for 35 hours per week. The salary for this position is £32,577 per year.
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What we can offer you:
- Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Excellent induction, training and development programme including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences
- Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits such as cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan & shopping discounts for places such as Asda, Tesco, Sainsburys, Halfords, Nike, Apple and loads more!
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Life Assurance at 2 x base salary
- A portfolio of fantastic new salary sacrifices benefits and other flexible benefits private health, dental insurance, car salary sacrifice scheme, activity pass, holiday trading, enhanced pension & salary deduct loans (eligibility criteria may apply)
- Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme & counselling programme
- Free access to the Headspace App – a global leader in mindfulness and you can enrol up to three friends or family for free!
- Eligibility for a Blue Light Card
Where you will be working:
City Road, London / Homeworking / Hybrid
(Up to 20% national travel, including some evenings and weekends, as required.)
About our application process:
When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role.
For more information about this job, please contact Jonathan Littledale – Events Fundraising Manager ( ########### )
We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
For some roles, successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include additional references and criminal background checks.
Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism.
The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.
We are an equal opportunities employer
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People Officer (Part-Time)
Location: Hybrid Ad hoc – West Midlands Based
Hours: 20–30 hours per week (flexible)
Salary: £33,500 pa - pro rata
Contract Type: Permanent
Are you a passionate people professional looking for a role where you can truly make a difference?
Do you have strong HR administration and generalist experience?
Are you ready to grow your career in a purpose-led organisation that puts people first?
At Fuel Bank Foundation, we’re on a mission to end fuel poverty in the UK. We provide emergency fuel support to people in crisis — and we know that our impact starts with our people.
We’re looking for a People Officer to help us build and nurture a workplace where everyone can thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing charity, work flexibly, and contribute to meaningful HR projects that support wellbeing, inclusion, and employee engagement.
What You’ll Do
- Work with the HR team to manage the full employee lifecycle — from recruitment and onboarding to offboarding.
- Provide HR advice and support to managers on employee relations, performance, and wellbeing.
- Lead on internal communications that keep our team connected and informed.
- Coordinate wellbeing initiatives, recognition programmes, and team events.
- Maintain HR systems and ensure policy compliance with employment law and best practice.
- Support learning and development and contribute to people-focused projects.
What You’ll Bring
- CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards it).
- Solid experience in HR administration and generalist support.
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive, people-first mindset with a passion for inclusion and wellbeing.
- Confidence working with managers and handling sensitive issues with professionalism.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a growing charity making a real, measurable impact.
- Work in a values-led, inclusive culture where people come first.
- Enjoy flexible, remote working with a West Midlands base.
- Access professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Join a team that genuinely cares about people, purpose, and progress.
What you will receive in return:
- Support from a team of like-minded individuals who will support you to succeed in the role.
- Annual leave entitlement of 27.5 days (FTE), plus bank holidays plus the option to buy/sell extra days.
- A flexible working week to ensure work life balance.
- Enhanced pension contributions.
- Equal opportunity employers
- Full onboarding programme with ongoing training and development opportunities.
Ready to bring your HR skills to a role that matters?
Apply now and help us build a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and empowered.
Fuel Bank Foundation is the only UK charity focused solely on supporting people who cannot afford to prepay for their energy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Team: Reward & Talent Acquisition
Location: Homebased
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £35,065.00 per annum
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Reward & Benefits Officer:
- overseeing the administration, renewal, and ongoing improvement of the charity’s core benefit offerings
- driving innovation in benefits design, ensuring our offer remains competitive, inclusive, and responsive to employee needs
- championing accessibility and engagement with benefits through inclusive, multi-generational communications
- supporting with data activity for the annual pay review, including assisting with market research, pay modelling, and data checking
- supporting with job evaluation by attending panels, querying role details, and offering insight
- providing market benchmarking for roles using our range of benchmarking platforms
- producing quarterly management information reports and dashboards on benefit usage and engagement
About the Reward & Talent Acquisition team:
- we sit within the People & Culture directorate
- our team is responsible for developing reward strategies, including pay frameworks and wellbeing initiatives, the development and improvement of an inspiring benefits, cost effective offering, working within regulatory, safeguarding and compliance frameworks and driving Cat Protection’s employer brand
- we currently have a team of six working across reward and recruitment, consisting of Head of Reward & Talent Acquisition, Talent Acquisition Manager, three Talent Acquisition Partners and a Reward & Recruitment Officer. We have vacancies for a Reward Specialist and a Reward & Benefits Officer
- this role will be line managed by the Reward Specialist
What we’re looking for in our Reward & Benefits Officer:
- experience of administration of a cost-effective benefits programme
- experience of working in a reward/benefits role in a large, multi-site, multi-functional organisation
- experience supporting with job evaluations and salary benchmarking
- strong communication style and able to collaborate successfully with stakeholders
- strong analytical skills and the ability to analyse data
- super expert in using Microsoft Excel to build reports and manipulate data
- strong administrative skills including high attention to detail
- excellent planning and organisational skills
- is a self-starter and able to work remotely to deliver results
- a sense of fun and passion for all things reward!
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
- and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 30 November 2025
Virtual interview date: 11 December 2025
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
Application
- Anonymised application form
- Video screening
Interview
- Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
Interview
Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email [email protected] if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey
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Make a lasting impact for care workers across the UK.
Are you a creative multitasker who loves bringing ideas to life — from concept to delivery?
The Care Workers’ Charity is looking for a Marketing & Logistics Officer to help us deliver inspiring campaigns, impactful communications, and seamless events that celebrate and support the nation’s care workforce.
You’ll play a vital role in managing logistics for national events, creating engaging marketing content, and helping our small but mighty team reach more care workers and supporters than ever before.
What you’ll do:
✨ Support the planning and delivery of campaigns, conferences, and fundraising events — from idea to execution.
✨ Design and coordinate marketing materials, from leaflets and videos to digital content.
✨ Manage event logistics including travel, accommodation, collateral, and supplier coordination.
✨ Create social media posts, newsletters, and website content that engage and inspire.
✨ Use AI-powered tools (like Canva and ChatGPT) to boost creativity and efficiency.
✨ Keep our event and campaign calendars running smoothly with your organisational flair.
What we offer:
�� Remote-first working, with travel for events and meetings across England.
�� £27,000–£29,000 per year (depending on experience).
�� 25 days’ annual leave + bank holiday's, flexible working patterns, and wellbeing support.
❤️ A friendly, inclusive team making a real difference in social care.
If you’re organised, creative, and passionate about social impact, this is your chance to shine in a role where every day helps make care workers visible, valued, and supported.
Apply now and help power our mission at The Care Workers’ Charity!
We envision a world where care workers are recognised as skilled professionals who are valued, supported, respected and resourced to be in a strong po
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Executive Director has overall responsibility for TOLFA UK’s fundraising, financial management, marketing and communications, and personnel, to implement its mission of providing vital and preventative healthcare to India’s ownerless animals and those belonging to low-income owners, as well as educating communities in their welfare and value
Initially a salary of £19,000 per year for 24 hours per week; both the hours and salary could potentially increase based on the organisation’s income and financial assets
A minimum 18-month commitment is expected; longer is preferred
Reporting to the Board of Trustees
Responsibilities
• Proactively diversify and sustainably increase TOLFA UK’s fundraising, such as:
• Submitting grant proposals and reports to trusts and foundations
• Cultivating individual donors and major donors
• Using TOLFA UK’s donor database to raise funds more effectively
• Collaborate with the Board of Trustees to develop the strategy of TOLFA UK, which will include becoming a more impactful organisation with increasing revenue and additional staff
• Provide the vision and leadership to ensure the implementation of TOLFA UK’s strategy
• Maintain excellent communication with the Board of Trustees, including providing monthly reports
• Lead, motivate, and evaluate other staff, freelancers or consultants of TOLFA UK
• Oversee TOLFA UK’s finances, collaborate with a bookkeeper to create and monitor budgets and ensure strong financial controls are in place, and promptly notify the Board of Trustees of any concerns. Lead on oversight of processes such as submission of year end accounts with third party accountancy partners.
• Liaise with TOLFA India, including to understand their funding needs and obtain content for communications and fundraising
• Manage TOLFA UK’s public communications, such as enquiries from the public and the media
• Fill other roles and complete additional tasks as needed
Person Specification
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UK Based
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Demonstrated leadership skills which are necessary to expand TOLFA UK
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Proven success in fundraising
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Proven success in leading fully remote teams
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Exceptional interpersonal skills with donors, trustees, staff, collaborators, and others
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Excellent administrative skills including organization and attention to detail
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Demonstrated efficiency, versatility, and ability to complete tasks within deadlines, when working independently and remotely. Strong ability to manage simultaneous ongoing tasks, projects or deadlines.
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Strong writing skills, including writing in diverse styles and for diverse audiences
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Demonstrated passion for animal welfare
Please note that early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the advert if we find the right candidate before the closing date of 12th Dec.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Hertfordshire Project Officer
Salary: £29,500 (London Fringe weighting)
Position Type: Full time/Fixed term (until December 2028)
Reports to: Scaling Manager
Based at: Remote, with travel to schools in Hertfordshire
Working Hours: 5 days a week, 9am-5pm (flexible)
Pension: School Food Matters matches pension contributions at 7% of pensionable earnings
Holiday: 31 days including bank holidays that fall on working days. Holidays must be taken during the school holidays
This role requires occasional work outside of core hours (for example, if visiting a school breakfast club). It also requires travel to schools across Hertfordshire, so access to a car would be desirable. Training for delivery of the programme will be provided online and in person, and you will be expected to travel outside of Hertfordshire for some of these sessions.
Background to School Food Matters
At School Food Matters we believe that school food can unlock a happier, healthier, more sustainable future for every child. We want a school food system that delivers for all children, so they can enjoy nutritious, delicious and sustainable school food and leave school with an informed and positive relationship with food. To achieve this, we campaign for a better school food system, bringing the voices of children, parents, and teachers to government policy, and deliver fully funded food education programmes in schools across the country.
Background to Nourish
Our Nourish programme supports schools to create a food environment that puts children and young people's nutrition first. The evidence-based, multi-component programme helps schools to develop action plans and policies to cover the food served across the whole school day. Nourish uses a collaborative whole school approach to food involving everyone across the school community to create lasting positive change.
Job purpose
· To deliver Nourish in 40 schools in Hertfordshire (primary, secondary and SEND settings) over 3 years in a delivery team of two Project Officers and a Project Assistant.
Key tasks include
· Support with recruitment of schools to take part in Nourish
· Complete in person food audits in schools looking across the whole school day
· Support schools to create and deliver a food improvement plan (action plan)
· Develop and deliver workshops in schools to staff, parents and students based on their action plan (e.g. assemblies, cooking sessions, school food standards training, packed lunch advice, food ed/sensory tasting sessions)
· Support schools to write a school food policy
· Build relationships and work closely with teachers, teaching assistants, cooks, kitchen teams and senior leaders in schools to improve the food they offer their students
· Collect data and maintain accurate records relating to the project
· Work closely with University of Hertfordshire and our Evaluation team to complete all monitoring and evaluation
· Work in collaboration with Hertfordshire project delivery team
· Gather content for our comms team (website and social media platforms)
· Keep Scaling Manager fully updated on progress
· Keep up to date with safeguarding requirements and reporting procedures
· Maintaining the ethos of the charity and positively promoting our work at all times
· You will also be expected to undertake any other tasks relevant to the affairs of SFM that may arise from time to time. Therefore, being flexible and approaching the job with an open and positive mindset is essential.
Person specification
Essential
· Registered nutritionist or advanced understanding of nutritional guidelines and health promotion
· Good interpersonal skills, with experience of building relationships
· Confident engaging with a variety of audiences (students, headteachers, school staff and parents), including communications via email, virtual and face to face meetings with the ability to deliver workshops & presentations
· Excellent administrative and organisational skills with great attention to detail
· Excellent IT skills including excel, word and email
· Able to work independently and remote
· Self-motivated and optimistic with a can-do attitude
· Ability to work in a team and seek help when needed
Desirable
· Experience of engaging and working with schools and/or communities
· Experience of working for a charity or not for profit organisation
· Knowledge in food education and children’s health
· Access to a car
We campaign for a better school food system. We support schools, local authorities and MATs to improve food in schools.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Birmingham Project Officer
Salary: £28,000
Position Type: Full time / Fixed term (12 months)
Reports to: Scaling Manager
Based at: Remote, with travel to schools in Birmingham
Working Hours: 5 days a week, 9am-5pm (flexible)
Pension: School Food Matters pays pension contributions at 7% of pensionable earnings
Holiday: 31 days including bank holidays that fall on working days. Holidays must be taken during the school holidays
This role requires occasional work outside of core hours (for example, if visiting a school breakfast club). It also requires travel to schools across Birmingham, so access to a car would be desirable. Training for delivery of the programme will be provided online and in person, and you will be expected to travel outside of Birmingham for some of these training sessions.
Background to School Food Matters
At School Food Matters we believe that school food can unlock a happier, healthier, more sustainable future for every child. We want a school food system that delivers for all children, so they can enjoy nutritious, delicious and sustainable school food and leave school with an informed and positive relationship with food. To achieve this, we campaign for a better school food system, bringing the voices of children, parents, and teachers to government policy, and deliver fully funded food education programmes in schools across the country.
Background to Nourish
Our Nourish programme supports schools to create a food environment that puts children and young people's nutrition first. The evidence-based, multi-component programme helps schools to develop action plans and policies to cover the food served across the whole school day. Nourish uses a collaborative whole school approach to food involving everyone across the school community to create lasting positive change.
Job purpose
· To deliver Nourish in 6-8 schools in Birmingham (primary, secondary and SEND settings)
Key tasks include
· Support with recruitment of schools to take part in Nourish
· Complete in person food audits in schools looking across the whole school day
· Support schools to create and deliver a food improvement plan (action plan)
· Develop and deliver workshops in schools to staff, parents and students based on their action plan (e.g. assemblies, cooking sessions, school food standards training, packed lunch advice, food ed/sensory tasting sessions)
· Support schools to write a school food policy
· Build relationships and work closely with teachers, teaching assistants, chefs, kitchen teams and senior leaders in schools to improve the food on offer to students
· Collect data and maintain accurate records relating to the project
· Work closely with our Evaluation team to complete all monitoring and evaluation
· Work in collaboration with other Birmingham school food partners
· Share learnings with other SFM regional Project Officers
· Gather content for our Comms team (website and social media platforms)
· Keep Scaling Manager fully updated on progress
· Keep up to date with safeguarding requirements and reporting procedures
· Maintaining the ethos of the charity and positively promoting our work at all times
· You will also be expected to undertake any other tasks relevant to the affairs of SFM that may arise from time to time. Therefore, being flexible and approaching the job with an open and positive mindset is essential.
Person specification
Essential
· Registered nutritionist or advanced understanding of nutritional guidelines and health promotion
· Good interpersonal skills, with experience of building relationships
· Confident engaging with a variety of audiences (students, headteachers, school staff and parents), including communications via email, virtual and face to face meetings with the ability to deliver workshops & presentations
· Excellent administrative and organisational skills with great attention to detail
· Excellent IT skills including excel, word and email
· Able to work independently and remote
· Self-motivated and optimistic with a can-do attitude
· Ability to work in a team and seek help when needed
Desirable
· Experience of engaging and working with schools and/or communities
· Experience of working for a charity or not for profit organisation
· Knowledge in food education and children’s health
· Access to car
We campaign for a better school food system. We support schools, local authorities and MATs to improve food in schools.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Team: Reward & Talent Acquisition
Location: Homebased
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £51,869.00 per annum
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Reward Specialist:
- providing reward advice and guidance, including pay, job evaluation and reward and recognition approaches
- to influence, challenge and be credible with stakeholders at all seniority levels, including CEO and Trustees
- supporting in developing reward strategies, including pay frameworks and wellbeing initiatives
- ensuring the reward strategy remains current, affordable and reflects the needs and culture of Cats Protection
- responsible for the accurate and considered cost modelling of the annual pay review process
- develop and maintain the Reward ‘roadmap’ and reward activity plan
- lead on job evaluation, using the Hay Methodology
- responsible for all aspects of salary benchmarking
- responsible for the gender pay gap analysis, preparation and delivery
About the Reward & Talent Acquisition team:
- we sit within the People & Culture directorate
- responsible for developing reward strategies, including pay frameworks and wellbeing initiatives, the development and improvement of inspiring benefits, cost effective offering, working within regulatory, safeguarding and compliance frameworks and driving Cat Protection’s employer brand
- we currently have a team of six working across reward and recruitment, consisting of Head of Reward & Talent Acquisition, Talent Acquisition Manager, three Talent Acquisition Partners and a Reward & Recruitment Officer. We have vacancies for a Reward Specialist and Reward & Benefits Officer
- this role will line manage the Reward & Benefits Officer
What we’re looking for in our Reward Specialist:
- significant reward experience including the implementation of pay policy and frameworks
- a strategic thinker who rolls-up their sleeves and gets stuck in with the basics
- experience of job evaluation using Hay
- excellent planning and organisational skills with proven ability to multi-task and work on own initiative,
- experience of implementing pay reviews (and being a whizz with Excel)
- someone who gets excited about employer branding and the impact reward has on attracting talent
- a positive ‘can-do’ approach, and a creative mentality to achieve the best results
- a passion for developing a high performing team and supporting the personal development of direct report
- CIPD qualification or equivalent Reward experience
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
- and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 01 December 2025
Virtual interview date: 16 December 2025
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
Application
- Anonymised application form
- Video screening
Interview
- Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams along with a presentation
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email [email protected] if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey
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Finance Officer - Accounts Payable
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Job Title: Finance Officer – Accounts Payable
Salary: £28,844 per annum (increasing to £32,047 per annum after 18 months) + £750 per annum Homeworking Allowance
Hours & Contract: 35 Hours per week - Permanent Role
Location: Homebased anywhere in UK
As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive wellbeing programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work life balance for all our employees so they can give an excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for.
As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest unique projects like TACT Connect, our unique and ground-breaking scheme for TACT care experienced young people and adults, as well as our expanding Education and Health services. All our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos.
In 2024 TACT became one of the top 5 charities to work for in the UK, placing 5th in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results , and a top 25 mid-sized company to work with across the whole of the UK. 97% of our people feel proud to work with TACT and think that TACT cares about their wellbeing, while 92% of our people would say they “ love working for TACT”.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the TACT Finance team.
If you want to be valued as a professional, be appreciated at work and contribute to better outcomes for the children and young people connected with TACT, apply now.
Overall Duties of the Finance Officer – Accounts Payable will include:
- Recording all changes to carer payments on the finance system, on the carer’s purchase ledger account.
- Process carer pay in line with established timescales
- Prepare fee invoices to Local Authorities and other customers
- Manage the processing of children’s savings
- Recording of purchase invoices on the system and process BACS payments to suppliers
- Lead on and review aged creditors report
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and monitor unreconciled transactions
- Assist with the monitoring of receipts, remittance and outstanding debtors.
TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:
- 31 days paid holiday plus 8 annual bank holidays.
- Progression to salary target rate upon completion of 18 months service.
- 45p per mile for business travel.
- Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, volunteer days policy).
- Family friendly policies.
- Homeworking ‘bundle’ including annual allowance, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up.
- An hour a week of live, expert led activities through the Annual Employee wellbeing Programme.
- Menopause Policy and free Menopause Clinician Appointments.
- Stakeholder Pension Scheme (salary sacrifice).
- Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all roles.
The Finance Officer – Accounts Payable may be homebased within England, Scotland or Wales but will be required to travel for occasional training and team wellbeing events.
A Standard DBS clearance is required for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.
Closing Date: Friday 19th November 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 11th December 2025 (via Microsoft Teams)
Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies, nor the fees associated with them.
We’re seeking two Project Support Officers to become part of RBL’s skilled and innovative Transformation team working on a Fixed Term basis of 12 months.
With a growing number of strategic programmes, our Transformation Management Office (TMO) at RBL is committed to maintaining its successful achievements so we have both Permanent and Fixed Term Contract opportunities for Project Support Officers to join us and be part of this journey.
Together, the team in the TMO takes great pride in managing a diverse portfolio of programmes and projects. They work closely with our Executive team, as well as other senior leaders and colleagues across the charity, to provide expertise in project, programme and change management.
As a key member of the TMO team, you’ll play a crucial role in facilitating smooth project workflows, coordinating schedules and ensuring timely delivery of outcomes. We want someone to become an integral part of the delivery and get out there to understand the RBL and make a difference to the lives of those who have served, and currently serve, to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
The successful Project Support Officer should be proactive with exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Working with an experienced team you will be reporting into the Transformation Cluster Leader.
Some of the key areas of responsibility are as follows:
- Support the Cluster Leader, Programme or Project Manager to ensure programme and project delivery is managed to a defined plan, with the appropriate project management methods, processes and standards implemented and maintained throughout the programme or project lifecycle.
- Engage with stakeholders at various levels to gather requirements, provide updates and address concerns.
- Support the Cluster Leader, Programme or Project Manager to prepare regular progress reports and presentations.
- Support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks and issues, working closely with Programme and Project managers to develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.
You will be expected to travel in the course of your work including to our London, Haig House, hub. You will be contracted to your home address, where you will be expected to work – using our collaboration tools – when not travelling.
Employee benefits include –
- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
We’re seeking a Project Support Officer to become part of RBL’s skilled and innovative Transformation team.
With a growing number of strategic programmes, our Transformation Management Office (TMO) at RBL is committed to maintaining its successful achievements so we have both Permanent and Fixed Term Contract opportunities for Project Support Officers to join us and be part of this journey.
Together, the team in the TMO takes great pride in managing a diverse portfolio of programmes and projects. They work closely with our Executive team, as well as other senior leaders and colleagues across the charity, to provide expertise in project, programme and change management.
As a key member of the TMO team, you’ll play a crucial role in facilitating smooth project workflows, coordinating schedules and ensuring timely delivery of outcomes. We want someone to become an integral part of the delivery and get out there to understand the RBL and make a difference to the lives of those who have served, and currently serve, to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
The successful Project Support Officer should be proactive with exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Working with an experienced team you will be reporting into the Transformation Cluster Leader.
Some of the key areas of responsibility are as follows:
- Support the Cluster Leader, Programme or Project Manager to ensure programme and project delivery is managed to a defined plan, with the appropriate project management methods, processes and standards implemented and maintained throughout the programme or project lifecycle.
- Engage with stakeholders at various levels to gather requirements, provide updates and address concerns.
- Support the Cluster Leader, Programme or Project Manager to prepare regular progress reports and presentations.
- Support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks and issues, working closely with Programme and Project managers to develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.
You will be expected to travel in the course of your work including to our London, Haig House, hub. You will be contracted to your home address, where you will be expected to work – using our collaboration tools – when not travelling.
Employee benefits include –
- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
We are recruiting for a Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join our team in Warwickshire.
Location: Warwickshire
Salary: £25,857.12 per annum
Contract type: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract (until 26 September 2026)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Monday-Friday 9:00am -17:00pm with some late shifts required (12.30pm-20.30pm to cover the helpline on a rota basis (approx. 2 late shifts per month)
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as an IDVA to provide high quality practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic violence and their children who access the community service. The independent domestic violence advocate will work closely with victims of domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse, from the point of crisis, to provide high quality independent advocacy and support to survivors of domestic violence at the highest risk and their children.
The job involves working within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership protocols and procedures that prioritise the safety of survivors.
The post holder will empower survivors by providing them with emotional, practical and personal welfare support. The job involves ensuring that survivors are provided with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment and enabling them to access their rights, make decisions and increase their life options. The job involves informing survivors of the full range of civil, criminal and practical options that might increase their safety.
This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
Closing Date: 09:00am 10 September 2025
Interview Date: 19 September 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £25,593.44 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance) + excellent benefits
Remote Birmingham (remote with some hybrid working)
Contract: Permanent, Full time, 35 hours per week (rota basis including evenings and occasional Saturdays).
Closing date: 27th November 2025
Expected Start Date: 12th January 2026
Are you passionate about helping people manage their finances and overcome debt challenges? Do you thrive in a supportive, client-focused environment? Join our team as a Debt Advice Support Officer and make a real difference in people’s lives.
About the Role
As a Debt Advice Support Officer, you’ll be the first point of contact for clients preparing for debt advice. You’ll guide them through budgeting, gather key information, and support our Money Advisers by ensuring clients are ready for their advice sessions.
This is a role for resilient candidates who are consistent in approach and can demonstrate that they are able to deal with subjects that can be highly emotive and sensitive. With proven experience in a customer service role, you will possess accurate data entry skills and have the desire to learn and develop. We offer full training and there is the opportunity, with experience in this role, to progress your career further as a Money Adviser.
This role is an excellent way to begin your career at the Money Advice Trust in debt advice and financial support. With comprehensive training and hands-on experience, you’ll gain valuable skills that can lead to progression into a Money Adviser role and beyond. Whether you're just starting out or looking to build a meaningful career helping others, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow and make a lasting impact.
Your key responsibilities will include:
· Support clients in creating budgets and gathering financial information
· Maintain accurate records and appointment systems
· Communicate empathetically and clearly with clients and colleagues
· Ensure compliance with GDPR and internal quality standards
About You
Our ideal candidate will bring:
· Strong verbal and written communication skills
· Empathy and understanding of client needs
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and remote working tools
· Attention to detail and good numerical skills
· Experience in a customer service role
Don’t worry if you don’t meet every requirement — if you’re excited about the role, we’d still love to hear from you. You may be the right person for this job, or for another opportunity with us.
What We Offer
We provide full training and extensive support to give you all the tools needed to become an exceptional Debt Advice Support Office. The majority of our three-week training programme will be conducted at our offices in Birmingham (Five Ways) along with some remote training too.
We believe in taking care of our people, and we offer a great range of benefits, including:
· 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays
· A contributory pension scheme
· Flexible hybrid working arrangement
· Generous life insurance
· Wellbeing days to support your mental health
· A healthcare cashback scheme
· Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
· Working outside the UK (up to 30 days in a 12-month period)
· Free on-site gym
· Enhanced maternity pay
· A birthday voucher to celebrate your special day
How to Apply
We’d love to learn more about you! Please send us your CV and a short cover letter (max 500 words) outlining how you meet the criteria in the job description and why you would be a great Debt Advice Support Officer.
We value authentic applications, so please refrain from using AI-generated content. We’re interested in hearing your own words, experiences, and motivations, this helps us understand your genuine interest in the role and what makes you unique.
If you need any adjustments to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, please contact us and we’ll be happy to discuss them.
Important Information
We may close this advert and process early if we receive a high number of applications, so please apply as soon as possible.
We will only use the data you supply to us for recruitment purposes, and it will be held for twelve months. For further details, please see our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants on our vacancies page.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We take diversity seriously and are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Our values: ‘We put people first, We support each other, We solve problems’ underpin our vision to be a place where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We use a blind recruitment system to ensure fairness. Personal details such as name, address, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or educational institution remain hidden until shortlisting is complete. We warmly welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Wellbeing Manager (fixed term contract until 31.12.26 with potential to extend, subject to funding)
Location: Remote or hybrid – can be fully remote or hybrid with option to attend our head office in Redditch, Worcestershire
Employment Type: Part-time (between 14 and 17.5 hours per week). Some evening and weekend work required. Hours to be agreed with line manager.
Salary: £40k (pro rata)
About the Employer
Cavell is the charity that transforms the lives of nursing and midwifery professionals facing crisis and tough times. The need for Cavell has never been greater, and the charity is at its most critical point in its 108-year history as the demand for support is at an all-time high. Cavell is evolving their support offer to offer a Wellbeing Conversations service on a 12-month pilot aiming to help nursing and midwifery professionals to navigate feelings of stress, overwhelm or uncertainty.
The Role
We are looking for a compassionate, non-judgemental and empathetic individual who is experienced at supporting individuals in a Wellbeing role to co-deliver the Wellbeing Conversations Service. The successful candidate will use a blend of reflective listening, coaching-style questions, practical guidance and signposting to help nursing and midwifery professionals explore their stress, develop healthy coping mechanisms and empower them to address personal and work factors which are contributing to their stress.
This position operates as a job-share, and we are looking for someone to join the existing postholder in delivering the role.
Applicants should be comfortable working collaboratively and communicating effectively to provide seamless coverage and share responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Service Delivery:
- Deliver Cavell’s Wellbeing Conversations service including conducting triage calls and delivering virtual Wellbeing sessions ensuring high-quality delivery, consistency, and responsiveness to demand.
- Ensure exceptional record keeping, ensuring that all relevant data protection and privacy legislation is adhered to.
- Undertake administrative duties to support the delivery of the service, including data entry.
- Have regular peer supervision with their job-share.
Collaboration:
- Work with the Support Team, wider staff, and external stakeholders to identify common themes, challenges, and emerging issues affecting the nursing and midwifery workforce.
- Engage with referral partners and the funder to maintain effective working relationships.
- Signpost individuals to other services and sources of support, including where the Cavell Wellbeing Conversations service may not be appropriate for their needs.
- Assist the Marketing and Communications team to create collateral, capture case studies and build content kits.
Insights and Evaluation:
- Share insights and learning from wellbeing conversations to help shape and strengthen Cavell’s broader support offer and inform service development.
- Co-lead on the evaluation of the Cavell Wellbeing Conversations service including building surveys, analysing data and creating reports.
- Share knowledge and trends with other internal and external stakeholders.
The Ideal Candidate:
We’re looking for someone who
- Has experience of working in a wellbeing support role.
- Has experience of giving emotional support and practical guidance to individuals who are stressed or overwhelmed.
- Has experience of using coaching-style questions to help people manage stress and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
- Has excellent communication skills (oral and written).
- Is fully competent with IT including Microsoft Office.
- Has effective organisation and time management skills.
- Has experience of optimising a CRM database to effectively capture and manage data.
- Has a sound understanding of the mental health support services provision nationally.
- Has an understanding or empathy for the pressures facing nursing and midwifery professionals.
Our ideal candidate will also:
- Have experience of working as a nursing or midwifery professional (desirable).
- Have a coaching qualification (desirable).
- Mental Health First Aid or similar qualification (desirable).
Benefits:
- A flexible, supportive working culture
- 30 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Up to an 8% employer pension contribution
- Access to an employer assistance program
- Enhanced sick pay (after probation)
- Enhanced family leave policies
Application process:
- Please click on the 'Apply' button to download the full job pack
- Submit your CV and cover letter answering the below questions by 12pm on Thursday 11th December
- Why are you interested in the role?
- How do your skills, knowledge and experience make you a successful Wellbeing Manager for Cavell?
- Do you have a current notice period?
For candidates who are shortlisted for 1st interview stage, this interview will be held remotely w/c 15th December 2025 and will incorporate a role play task. There will also be the opportunity to ask the panel questions. There may be an informal chat via Teams after the first interview as part of the selection process.
Supporting the nursing and midwifery family through tough times.
