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Job Title: Skills and Employability Adviser

Location: Hastings

Salary: £25,497 - £30,476 pro rata per annum depending on experience

Hours: Part-time (22.2 hours per week)

Contract: Temporary (12-month Maternity Cover)

Reports to: Youth Employability Services Team Leader

About CXK

CXK empowers people to succeed in employment, education and training. The charity strives for a fairer society where everyone can grow and realise their potential. “The CXK Way” embodies the following core values:

· Ethical – We work with professionalism, honesty and integrity

· Passionate – We reach out enthusiastically to all who need out support

· Innovative – We inspire, enhance and improve

· Collaborative – We engage, support and share with others

The Youth Employability Service

CXK delivers the Youth Employability Service (YES) across East Sussex, commissioned by East Sussex County Council. We offer information, advice, support and guidance to young people in academic years 12 and 13 who are not in education, employment or training (NEET), helping them to explore their options, plan and then take their next steps. We also work with schools supporting young people in year 11 who are at risk of becoming NEET and those who have been Electively Home Educated. Liaising with a range of other services, YES is focussed on supporting young people to achieve their potential.

The Team

The YES team support young people from across the county, seeing them at CXK bases, partner venues or in community settings. The team assess and action plan with young people referred to the service, supporting them to understand their options and take steps toward achieving their goals around education, training and /or employment. Working with a wide range of young people, the team approach is focused, creative and persistent, building on young peoples’ confidence and motivation alongside their skills and personal growth.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Skills and Employability Adviser.

You will support a caseload of young people aged 16 to 18 who are not in education, employment, or training (NEET), or at risk of becoming NEET with part of your caseload being Electively Home Educated Year 11 young people who may be at risk of becoming NEET. You will guide them through re-engagement with suitable post-16 provisions and provide targeted intervention to those who have withdrawn from or not started their Post 16 provisions.

Working across the West of the county, including Wealden, with schools and FE Colleges you will play a key role in ensuring that young people receive the tailored guidance and support they need to progress confidently into further education, training, or employment. You will build positive working relationships through co-located working, and accurate input into relevant databases.

This role also supports our Electively Home Educated Year 11’s with transition support to their Post 16 pathway.

You will maintain regular contact with the young people you support, building trust and ensuring that casework is delivered with care and consistency. Your role will involve assessing needs, action planning, reviewing progress, and adapting support as required. You'll also act as a champion for relevant opportunities and resources—ensuring young people, parents/carers, providers, and wider stakeholders are aware of what’s available and how it can help.

About You

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience working with NEET, Risk of NEET young people, who understands the post-16 education and training landscape and the importance of person-centred support. You will be a confident communicator and collaborator, able to manage a varied caseload and make a genuine impact on the lives of the young people you support.

Skills and Knowledge

At CXK we are proud to be a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. We actively promote diversity within our workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Minimum Criteria

· Minimum of IAG Level 4 qualification or willingness to work towards and relevant experience

· An understanding of the needs, and challenges faced by young people who are not in education, employment or training

· Experience of working with young people on a one-to-one basis, developing personalised plans and goal setting

· Experience of managing a range of tasks at any one time, and holding positive relationships with different stakeholders

Core Competencies

· A willingness to travel with a full UK drivers’ licence and use of own vehicle

· Experience working with young people

· Demonstratable experience of engaging and supporting young people who are NEET or at risk of NEET

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience liaising effectively with schools, parents/carers, and multi-agency professionals

· Experience of assessing individual needs, develop action plans, and monitor progress

· Skilled in managing a varied caseload and maintaining accurate and confidential records

· Understanding of the post-16 education, training, and employment landscape

· Ability to build trust and maintain regular, consistent contact with young people

· Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team

· Competent in using IT systems, databases, and digital communication tools

Employee Experience

A career with CXK is deeply rewarding and offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people. As part of the Youth Employability Service (YES) team, this role gives you the chance to empower and motivate young people to take positive steps into education, employment, or training.

You’ll work independently and proactively, with the flexibility to manage your own diary and plan your week around the needs of your caseload. No two days are the same—you’ll balance 1:1 support, multi-agency collaboration, school visits, and provider engagement. It’s a role that requires initiative, empathy, and a passion for creating opportunities for young people who need it most.

At CXK, we are committed to supporting our staff to grow, thrive, and develop their potential. You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values inclusion, wellbeing, and continuous learning.

Benefits of working with us

Our employee benefits include:

· 30-33 days holiday, plus bank holidays

· Defined contribution pension scheme (matched by CXK up to 10% depending on length of service criteria)

· Benenden private healthcare cover

· Flexible working

· Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

· Training and development programmes and opportunities

· Mental and physical healthcare initiatives and more

Recruitment Timeline

Vacancy closing date: Tuesday 17th February 2026

Application review date: Tuesday 17th February 2026

Interview dates: Tuesday 24th February and Tuesday 3rd March 2026 

Useful Information

If you have any questions or wish to have an informal conversation before submitting your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment @ cxk . org

Please note: Applicants will need to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide references before any offer of employment is made.

Title: Healthcare Assistant

Reports to:  Patient Services Manager  

Based at: Remote Worker– however must be able to travel as and when required to meetings and/or events

Job Purpose: To provide direct support to patients and support to all areas of the Charity Group

Working Hours: Monday – Thursday 09:00 – 17.30, Friday 09.00 – 17.00

Key Responsibilities:

· Responding to enquiries via telephone, email, online forums or social media with empathy, a listening ear, informative and supportive manner, whilst demonstrating confidentiality and sensitivity. Stay fully informed on the conditions and treatments associated with all three charities, ensuring the ability to respond to related enquiries becomes second nature

· Co-ordinate and action messages in the Patient Services Mailbox and distribute messages accordingly to the wider team where needed

· Maintain Patient Services documentation and make sure details are updated with clear and concise information

· Identifying gaps in patient information and assist in developing and proofreading relevant medically approved resources to reflect current guidelines, treatments, services and advances

· Frequently reviewing and assisting with update of content on charity websites and social media channels current and relevant Forums

· Supporting the organisation, promotion and delivery of all charity events including Patients Day, World Heart Rhythm Week, Global AF Aware Week, Know Your Pulse & Support Groups, Coffee mornings, Living with ...Series etc

· Build a central database of case studies / patient stories whether written or recorded

· Contribute content for the monthly e news and regular newsletters including patient stories, FAQ’s and latest news and updates with resources to Patient Service Manager

· Propose titles and speakers for patient educational events and develop virtual educational videos

· Co-ordinate the day-to-day planning and organisation of the fundraising activities and responding to enquiries.

· Support Patient Services Manager with administrative tasks/requests

Person specification:

- Sufficient healthcare knowledge and empathy when managing enquires

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

- Excellent knowledge in Microsoft Suite of tools including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage own workload

- Can undertake a wide variety of tasks and multi-task with ease

- Professional, methodical and thorough approach to work with a friendly and polite manner

- Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team

- Full Driving Licence with access to a vehicle

- Educated to GCSE level minimum

Our Second Home is the UK’s youth movement of young people with refugee backgrounds. Since 2018, we have supported over 750 young people from 53 countries to build community, develop leadership skills, and flourish into adulthood in the place they now call home.

Our work begins with transformational residential experiences, where young people form friendships, grow in confidence, and experience belonging – often for the first time since arriving in the UK. From there, many go on to take part in our Leadership Training Programme and local Youth Hubs in London and Bristol, before returning as peer leaders themselves. This cycle of engagement, growth and leadership is at the heart of our theory of change.

We are now entering a pivotal phase of our development, delivering a new 2025–2028 strategy focused on sustainable growth, deeper impact, and long-term resilience. Fundraising is central to this ambition.

The role (Read the recruitment pack for more information)

We are recruiting a Fundraising Manager to act as the organisation’s operational lead for income generation. This is a part-time role (18–24 hours per week) with significant flexibility, ideal for someone who is organised, thoughtful, and motivated by building something meaningful.

The Fundraising Manager will manage and coordinate income across five strands: trusts and foundations, major donors, corporate foundations, individual and digital giving, and statutory funding. While the role has a strong trusts and foundations focus, it offers real scope to build skills and experience across a broad fundraising portfolio.

Working closely with the CEO, a highly experienced freelance Bid Writer, and the wider team, you will be responsible for developing funding pipelines, producing high-quality proposals and applications, stewarding funder relationships, and translating programme impact into compelling narratives. You will also play a key role in donor communications, reporting, CRM management, and supporting campaigns and events.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys balancing writing, relationship-building, planning and delivery – and who values doing fundraising with integrity and care.

About you

We are looking for someone with experience in fundraising (particularly trusts and foundations) or strong transferable skills such as persuasive writing, project management, or stakeholder engagement. You will be comfortable managing multiple deadlines, maintaining an organised pipeline, and working independently while staying closely connected to a small team.

You will bring strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build warm, professional relationships with funders and supporters. Experience using a CRM system is important, as is an understanding of – or willingness to learn about – the UK voluntary sector funding landscape.

Above all, we are looking for someone who aligns with our values: putting young people at the centre, acting with rather than for, creating opportunities for leadership, and building a culture of freedom, respect and acceptance. We warmly welcome applications from people with lived experience of the asylum system.

This is a role for someone who wants their fundraising work to be closely connected to real people, real programmes, and real change – and who is excited to help shape the next chapter of a growing, values-led organisation.

Make a meaningful impact through people focused change and engagement.

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Are you passionate about creating exceptional workplace and volunteer experiences? Do you have the expertise to guide organisations through change with empathy, clarity and connection? Are you available to start immediately? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

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We’re looking for a Senior Engagement & Change Officer to help bring Samaritans’ internal engagement plan to life, supporting how we communicate, engage and inspire our staff and volunteers across the UK and Ireland. You’ll play a vital role in shaping our internal culture and driving positive, inclusive change across the organisation.

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Working alongside key stakeholders, including senior staff and volunteer leaders, you'll be responsible for developing and delivering impactful internal communication plans to support key projects and campaigns, helping us explain changes, showcase achievements, share stories and save lives.

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Contract

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• 12 month fixed term contract
• £40,000 to £42,000 per annum depending on experience plus benefits
• Full time (35 hours per week)
• Hybrid working - linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office with home and office working
• Office based working encouraged as a minimum of 2 days per month
• We are passionate about flexible working, please talk to us about your preferences.
• Due to the urgency of this role, we are ideally looking for someone to join us as soon as possible. We are unable to consider individuals with more than a one month notice period.

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What you’ll do 

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• Lead change engagement - Provide expert change management support for key cross-organisational projects, ensuring our people feel heard, informed and involved.
• Engage and connect - Support the delivery of our internal engagement plan, ensuring volunteers and staff across all locations are kept engaged and connected.
• Listen and act – Help manage our biennial engagement surveys, delve into the results, and project manage the follow-up actions that truly make a difference
• Create compelling communications - Write and coordinate thoughtful, clear and inclusive internal communications that support key changes and build trust.
• Build capability - Support colleagues in developing their own communication and engagement skills, helping us embed good practice across teams.
• Champion collaboration - Work closely with senior leaders, teams, and volunteers, including the Executive Leadership Team and Board members—to keep engagement aligned with our values.

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What you’ll bring

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• Experience managing change and engagement projects, ideally across complex organisations.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to work with senior staff and volunteers.
• A genuine commitment to positive staff and volunteer experience, diversity and inclusion.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to adapt tone and style.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, well-organised and solutions-focused approach.
• Experience working in a charity or not-for-profit setting, and/or with volunteers, would be beneficial.

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Full Job Description and Person Specification below

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Why Samaritans?

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At Samaritans, you’ll be part of a people-first organisation deeply committed to inclusion, compassion and learning. You’ll contribute to a team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.

We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience and encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. We are committed to creating an environment where all our people feel seen, heard and supported.

You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.

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For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available below. You can also visit our careers website to access this.

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We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.

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Apply now

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Please note that we are seeking candidates who are available to start immediately.

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We’re moving faster than usual for this role because it’s critical to our current work. While this isn’t our usual approach, on this occasion we may need to interview candidates ahead of the closing date.

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We value your time and interest in our cause and in this case, we recommend only applying if you are able to start quickly and are also available to attend virtual interviews in the weeks either leading up to or immediately after the closing date for applications.

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If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You will be asked to answer some short application questions and to upload your CV and covering letter.

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Applications will close at midnight on Tuesday 10 February 2026, with video interviews expected to take place 12 February – or earlier, if suitable applications are received before the closing date.

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We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, cover letter or to generate interview answers. Your written and verbal communication skills need to be of a high standard for this role and we want to see your style and personality really shine through in your responses. While it’s important that your application stands out from the crowd, we also want it to showcase you and your strengths – not that of a chatbot!

OVERVIEW OF ROLE

Beacon is seeking a creative, organised, and digitally savvy Digital Content Officer, whose role will focus on two main areas: delivering day-to-day communications and supporting digital projects.

At the heart of this role is driving engagement with Beacon’s events and projects, strengthening our community connections, and communicating our impact clearly and effectively. You will coordinate content across multiple channels - including social media, email, newsletters, and the Beacon website - and monitor the effectiveness of these communications. This includes writing copy, creating graphics and video content, scheduling and publishing materials, and engaging with the rare disease community on behalf of Beacon. You will also drive promotional and outreach activity, helping connect with patient groups, partners, and wider networks to amplify Beacon’s work.

You will support The Resources Hub (our e-learning platform) by assisting with uploading, formatting, publishing, and updating content. As you grow in the role and depending on your skills and capacity, there may be opportunities to contribute to content development, coordinate volunteers and external partners, or assist with other digital projects, such as podcast production, video series, or multimedia content.

While the focus and direction of your work will stem from ongoing events, projects, and organisational priorities, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of your work and play a key role in driving communications forward. You will collaborate closely with the Digital Resources Manager, COO, and wider Beacon team to gather information, shape messaging, and ensure content is accurate, timely, and aligned with organisational goals.

Working at Beacon

Beacon is a small, close-knit team of 10 people. We are friendly, supportive, and highly collaborative, and we value working closely together. At the same time, in a small organisation, everyone is expected to take responsibility for their work, demonstrate initiative, and confidently manage their day-to-day tasks.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, is proactive in keeping work moving, and takes pride in following tasks through to completion, whilst collaborating effectively with colleagues and knowing when to seek input or support.

Training and support will be provided across all of Beacon’s platforms and software, making this an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a junior or early-stage role in digital content in the charity sector.

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MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Gather information, insights, and key messages from colleagues across the organisation to guide content priorities for communications.
• Draft and schedule social media posts across Beacon’s channels (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook) using Hootsuite, ensuring a consistent flow of content.
• Engage with the rare disease community on social media, responding to comments, shares, and messages in Beacon’s voice, and actively interacting with posts from patient groups, partners, and other relevant organisations.
• Facilitate the bi-weekly newsletters on Mailchimp and LinkedIn, including drafting copy, formatting content, and scheduling.
• Liaise with colleagues across the organisation and, where necessary, coordinate input from team members to ensure communications tasks are delivered effectively.
• Support website updates in WordPress and Divi, including uploading news posts, blogs, homepage banners, and other routine page updates, as well as drafting copy as needed.
• Assist with maintaining The Resources Hub by uploading, formatting, publishing, and updating content.
• Create graphics and simple videos using Photoshop/Premier Elements and Canva, using templates initially and gradually developing skills to produce original content, ensuring all visual material aligns with Beacon’s branding guidelines.
• Support promotional and outreach activities, connecting with patient groups, partners, and wider networks to amplify Beacon’s work.
• Monitor the impact of communications on engagement with Beacon’s activities.
• Capture content and provide live updates at key events, including social posts, photos, testimonials, and short videos to engage the community in real time.
• Assist with the preparation of materials in the lead-up to major events and support on-the-day event delivery alongside other team members.
• Provide ad hoc support to projects as required, in line with capacity.
• Attend and represent Beacon at external events.

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PERSON SPECIFICATION

This is a junior or early-stage role in digital content and communications, offering the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple channels in a small, supportive team. We’re looking for someone enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to develop their skills whilst making a real difference at Beacon.

Essential

• Strong written communication skills, with an excellent understanding of the English language, and a keen eye for clear, engaging copy.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and deadlines.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the initiative to keep work moving and see tasks through to completion.
• Eager and enthusiastic to learn new software, systems, and digital tools, and willing to develop skills in innovative digital content creation.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work, with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and fine design elements.
• Adaptable, with the ability to stay focused, resourceful, and effective in a dynamic environment.
• Proficient in internal communication, able to work collaboratively with colleagues and peers.
• Ability to reflect on work, identify opportunities for improvement and enhance processes and outcomes. 
• Positive attitude and commitment to contributing to a small team environment where every individual makes a real difference.
• Collaborative and open, engaging in constructive feedback to drive personal and team development.
• A commitment to Beacon’s mission and desire to represent the charity with professionalism and integrity.

Desirable

• Experience in digital content creation (copywriting, graphics, or video production) through work, volunteering, or student societies.
• Experience posting or engaging on social media or drafting written content for different audiences.
• Familiarity with charity or not-for-profit environments.
• An understanding of rare diseases, medical science, health charities, or small-organisation dynamics.

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FLEXIBLE WORKING

We offer flexible working practices to support a healthy balance between personal and professional life, including hybrid working and flexible hours. Our hybrid working policy requires staff to be office-based for at least 50% of their working time.

Given the high level of cross-team collaboration involved in the Digital Content Officer role, regular in-person working is particularly important. Following an initial in-person onboarding period, our preference is for this role to be based in the office for at least three days per week on average, to support effective communication and smooth day-to-day working.

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SEE OUR JOB DESCRIPTION FOR A FULL OVERVIEW AND FURTHER INFORMATION ON OUR BENEFITS 

Battersea has entered an exciting phase of innovation and transformation as we embark on the second year of our new five-year strategy. With increased investment in income generation, we are strengthening our team to drive the growth necessary to achieve our organisational goals. We are a now recruiting a Philanthropy Manager to support this growth. This role sits within the Philanthropy, Partnerships & Commercial (PPC) team, made up of Philanthropy & Trusts, Corporate Partnerships & Commercial, Special Events & Stewardship, and Fundraising Operations.

The focus of the Philanthropy & Trusts team is to build a solid base of support through excellent stewardship of existing trusts and major donors alongside cultivation of new prospects, reached through prospect research and the networks of senior volunteers.

The key purpose of the Philanthropy Manager position is to meet both financial and strategic KPIs in order ensure the long-term health of the Philanthropy pipeline. They will do this by personally managing a portfolio of key individual relationships as well as line-managing the Philanthropy Officer to deliver against their targets. This role, together with Battersea’s other Philanthropy Managers, will also work closely with senior leadership, senior volunteers and other individuals to open up networks and introduce new major donors to Battersea.

What we can offer you:

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

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

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

Our hybrid working model:

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

Diversity and inclusion:

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

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

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. Greyscale copies of the recruitment pack are also available on request.

More about us:

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

Acceptable use of AI:

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

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

Closing date: 10th February 2026
Interview Date(s): Interviews will be taking place on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged, as the role will be closed once filled.

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

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

Are you an enthusiastic, resilient, and committed HR Advisor looking for your next challenge? 

We are looking for an experienced HR generalist who also has experience of employee relations and writing people policy within a not for profit environment?  Are you familiar with working within a unionised environment. If so, we would love to hear from you.

The ideal candidate will be a strong team player, creative and solutions focused with the ability to think innovatively and respond flexibly to changing situations. You'll be the first point of contact for HR queries, responding via in-person meetings, MS Teams, phone, and email. Your excellent interpersonal and communication skills will help you build strong working relationships across the organisation.

You will have proven experience working in a busy HR environment with solid understanding of HR policies, employment law, and best practices. Importantly, you will also be experienced advising on employee relations issues. Managing an active caseload effectively, you’ll be organised and have great problem-solving skills.

Please apply here in the first instance with a cover letter that demonstrates your policy writing, and/or ER caseload experience.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds and we are happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable all interested candidates to apply. If you need any support with your application, please contact Catherine Bunting at Prospectus.

We are the Ocean Conservation Trust (OCT), a global Ocean conservation charity working towards a vision of a healthy Ocean for all. From our base at the National Marine Aquarium (NMA) in Plymouth, UK, we deliver conservation at scale through three interconnected pillars: Ocean Habitats, Ocean Advocacy, and Ocean Experiences. We believe that connecting people with the Ocean is key to driving behaviour change and catalysing systemic action for marine recovery.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and purpose-driven Marketing & Communications Officer to join our passionate and committed team. Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Manager, you will develop and deliver the marketing and some of the communication plans and activities across the breadth of OCT’s work.

You’ll support the Marcoms Manager and Head of Advocacy and Engagement, bringing ideas across our OCT programmes that build our profile, generate income via our events, experiences and Learning team, support fundraising, promote the role of our visitor attraction, and amplify the impact of our Ocean conservation work. This role focuses on story-telling and content creation, adapting our key messages to our diverse audiences, driving media engagement and communicating across multiple channels.

As your role will work collaboratively with many departments and stakeholders within the OCT, you will be familiar with tailoring messaging and flexing your ways of working with the relevant department heads and team members to develop and deliver campaigns and activities in a timely manner, some of which also convert into income for the charity.

You’ll be able to demonstrate experience within Marketing or Communications roles. Having experience within conservation or charities would be desirable. You’ll be passionate about our cause, with a positive, can-do attitude and capacity for learning.

You’ll work Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm based at the National Marine Aquarium, in Plymouth. There will be occasions when you’re needed to work weekends and bank holidays to meet business needs, where you will be eligible for TOIL. There may be opportunity for flexibility to work from home on occasion, fitting around work priorities and other team members.  

We offer a competitive salary, continuous training, life assurance, staff discounts and a day off on your birthday and the opportunity to work in an excellent working environment. 

For more information about the role, please download the Job Description and Person Spec.

Salary £26,000 - £29,000 dependent on experience

The closing date for applications is 9am Friday 20th February 2026.

In line with current legislation all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility in the form of a passport, birth certificate or a visa share code. 

The OCT operates an Equality and Diversity Policy and is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. All applications will be judged solely on merit, however we particularly welcome applications from groups currently under represented in the workforce.

Only candidates invited for interview will be contacted.

Job title            Corporate Fundraiser

Hours               37.5 hours per week

Salary               £30,389 - £32,184 per annum

Contract          Permanent

Location          Wildwood Drive, Worcester WR5 2QT

The role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Corporate Fundraiser to join our team. Your role will primarily involve building and maintaining relationships with corporate partners, aiming to secure financial support for the organisation. You will be responsible for implementing fundraising strategies, coordinating campaigns, and developing strong connections with businesses in order to generate income and meet targets.

Additionally, you will contribute to the overall growth and sustainability of the charity by identifying new corporate partnership opportunities and fostering existing relationships.

The role will also include:

• Develop and manage long-term corporate partnerships.
• Research and approach new business prospects.
• Create compelling proposals and presentations to inspire support.
• Collaborate across Income Generation teams to develop joint initiatives to maximise impact.
• Represent St Richard’s Hospice at networking events, presentations, and public engagements to expand corporate networks and raise St Richard’s profile within the business community

This role will be based at the Hospice, Wildwood Drive, Worcester.

This role requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service check.

About you

You will bring,

• Proven track record of meeting fundraising or sales targets and securing financial support from corporates.
• Excellent networking and communication skills — confident engaging with senior stakeholders.
• A good understanding of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and how businesses can partner with charities.
• Demonstrate financial acumen to effectively manage budgets, track fundraising progress and evaluate the impact of corporate partnerships
• Strong organisational and presentation skills, with a proactive and resilient approach.
• Full driving licence and ability to travel across Worcestershire

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

What we offer

We offer a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits including;  

• Fantastic team where everyone is welcomed and empowered to give their best
• Supportive management – keen to develop you
• Generous annual leave (seven weeks including bank holidays)
• Benenden Healthcare offering diagnosis, treatment, 24/7 GP and mental health advice lines, discounts etc. or Cash plan giving cash back for day to day healthcare such as optical or dental costs
• Opportunities for flexible working
• Family friendly policies
• Fabulous subsidised on-site café
• Company enhanced sick pay (increased entitlement with length of service)
• Pension scheme and opportunity to continue NHS pension for clinical staff
• Free Will writing service

Closing date              Sunday 1st February 2026

Interview date           Monday 9th February 2026 

Job Reference 4041

This is a part time role, responsible for leading the fundraising efforts of Canaan Project.

Working closely with the Director, the Fundraising Lead will contribute to strategic funding development and planning, support ongoing fundraising and reporting activities, and assist in the development of relevant policies and processes.

If this sounds like the right role for you, please send us your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.

Application closing date: 25th February 2026 at 5pm

Interviews will potentially be scheduled for the week beginning Monday 4th March. 

Talking Money is looking for someone with a deep understanding of charity finance who can provide robust financial management for the charity. You will manage all Talking Money finances, from banking, invoicing, and payments to end-of-year reporting and funding management. You will also have a strategic overview of our organisational finances, and work closely with our Chief Executive and Board of Trustees on Talking Money’s financial planning.

Importantly, you will be passionate about and be able to work at a strategic level, providing support and guidance to the Leadership Team whilst also working flexibly within a small organisation taking care of all day-to-day finance tasks.

About Talking Money 

Talking Money is an independent charity providing free, expert money advice across Bristol and South Gloucestershire. Our purpose, from a client’s perspective, is: 

“Help me with my money worries in a way that suits me so I can get on with my life.” 

Demand for our services continues to rise. 

Our approach is: 

• Holistic: addressing debt, benefits, energy/fuel poverty, income and wellbeing together. 

• Person-centred: psychologically informed, strengths-based and empowering. 

• Practical and impactful: securing income gains, writing off unmanageable debts, preventing eviction, reducing stress and anxiety and improving knowledge and confidence. 

We are looking for someone with:

· Strong experience in financial management in a not-for-profit context.

· Passion for managing all aspects of finance from the data input to the strategic oversight.

· Experience of working closely with Senior Leadership and being responsive to organisational needs.

· Commitment to working for a charity fighting inequality for individuals and communities.

Hours: 15 hours a week (0.4 FTE). The postholder may be required to work additional hours at certain key points in the accounting year cycle to complete end-of-year statutory accounts preparation and occasionally attend meetings out of office hours.

Contract term: Permanent

Location: Hybrid working negotiable but some time in office is required to keep in touch with the team - team sessions are currently Thursdays.

Salary: Grade 6 SCP 25-28 (approx. £36,000 - £39,000 for FY26-27)

Reporting to: Chief Executive

Holiday entitlement: 25 days FTE pro rata (rising to 30 days after 5 years) + bank holidays. 

Before You Apply  

Don’t meet every single requirement?

Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.

At Talking Money, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the criteria, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles and lived experience goes a long way. Still not sure? Talk to someone at Talking Money about the role to see if it sounds like something you would be great at doing: Kat Caldwell telephone 0117 954 3998. Please note that Kat’s working days are Monday & Thursday. 

Access

Do get in touch if you would like any of this information in another format, or if you would like to apply in another format. 

If you are shortlisted, Talking Money will work with candidates to ensure their access needs are met during the interview process and will ensure access requirements are not a factor in decision making. 

Application Process

To apply please upload 

• Your CV; and

• Cover letter (max of 2 sides of A4)

Application Timeline 

Applications close: 11.30pm on Sunday 22 February 

Shortlisting: Monday 23 February 

Interviews: Monday 2 March in person at Talking Money, 1 Hide Market, West Street, BS2 0BH 

Start Date: ASAP to be discussed. 

This is an exciting time to join the charity as we have recently launched our new long-term strategy, building on our ambitions to make an even bigger difference to the lives of people developing or dying from heart diseases. 

We are looking for someone to join our energetic, collaborative, and dedicated team. Someone who will contribute to our culture and have the drive and passion to help us achieve our ambitious goals.

Job Description:

Heart Research UK is looking for an experienced, ambitious and proactive Corporate Fundraiser to join their growing fundraising team.  In this exciting new role, you will help manage our existing portfolio of partners, as well as a significant focus on bringing on new corporate partners through direct outreach, networking, applications and pitches. You will enjoy developing strong relationships and have excellent communication, problem-solving and organisational skills. You will have a track record of setting, monitoring and meeting financial targets. If you think you have the relevant skills and the passion to support our cause, then please apply.

Key responsibilities

· Grow our corporate portfolio by securing new partnerships with companies and maintaining a focus on researching, prospecting and approaching businesses to secure the fundraising target.

· Manage a portfolio of existing and new partnerships, providing first-class relationship management and maximising value, including financial, advocacy, pro bono and in-kind support.

· Monitor, evaluate and report on progress against partnership KPIs, targets, activities and budgets. Identify opportunities for partnership visibility and communications, and where possible employee engagement.

· Support with identifying large scale national partnership opportunities and tracking these via our CRM.

· Manage and develop existing corporate engagement products such as Payroll Giving and various digital giving platforms.

· Create and manage the content for our quarterly corporate e-communication.

· Respond to urgent situations, identifying and responding to fundraising opportunities.

· Work within Heart Research UK’s due diligence guidelines.

· Make effective use of the CRM and deliver excellent standards of supporter experience, ensuring that systems are kept up to date

· Work closely with the wider Heart Research UK fundraising team, supporting colleagues, promoting national fundraising initiatives and proactively contributing ideas and knowledge

· Work closely with the marketing team on promotions, publicity, public relations and advertising in relation to fundraising activities

· Work in line with the Fundraising Code of Practice, and abiding at all times by the rules set out in the GDPR

Essential Attributes

· A track record of stewarding and maximising corporate partnership(s).

· Experience of successful partnership outreach work and examples of new partnerships that ave been secured

· Proven experience of working to financial budgets and operational objectives

· Passionate interest in charity sector, and the drive to further your fundraising knowledge.  

· Experience of using a fundraising database (we use Beacon)

· Experience of working in a multi-stakeholder environment.

· Ability to be proactive and identify new engagement and fundraising opportunities

· Ability to multi task and prioritise/meet deadlines within a collaborative team environment

· Ability to work at pace to demanding targets.

· Excellent attention to detail, strong ability to proof-read and pick up inconsistencies

· Strong presentation, communication and interpersonal skills

· Ability to network confidently with people at senior levels

· Strong Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint skills

· Confident to work independently, as well as to be a team player

Desirable Attributes

· Experience of supporting and/or writing strategic charity partnership applications and delivering pitches.

· Experience of event management and co-ordination to engage corporates and their employees

· Understanding of the third sector, charity law and regulations

· Experience of developing and implementing supporter journeys

· Knowledge of the rules surrounding GDPR, and the Fundraising Code of Practice

· Experience of using a fundraising database (we use Beacon)

How to Apply

Please provide your CV and covering letter outlining how you meet the person specification.  The closing date for applications is Thursday 18th February 2026.

Interviews will take place on Teams week commencing 23rd February; however, we may offer interviews to suitable candidates throughout the process and reserve the right to close the job before the deadline if required.

We are looking for an experienced administrator and grant writer who is passionate about migrants’ rights and democratic reform to start working in March 2026.

We are looking for a part-time Operations and Fundraising Manager to support our Executive Director and staff team in the day to day operations of the organisation, including office tasks, support with reporting and fundraising, diary management and administrative support.

Our organisation

Migrant Democracy Project (MDP) is building migrant power in the UK. We want all residents, no matter where they are from, to have the right to vote, use the power of the vote, and get elected to build a society rooted in justice, freedom, and solidarity. A society where migrants’ interests and needs are heard, included and represented in all levels of UK politics. 

Contract

This is a fixed term contract for 12 months (with the possibility of extension depending on future grants), £37,000 pro rata (£22,200 per year), with an early March 2026 start. We are open to this being a PAYE or contractor (self-employed) position.

Benefits include:

• 25 days of paid annual leave pro rata, plus bank holidays. In addition, the MDP office closes for two paid weeks over Christmas and New Year.

• 4% pension (3% employer and 5% employee contributions)

• Access to training and mentoring opportunities to develop in the role, if needed.

• Flexibility in working hours and TOIL.

• Central London office space.

We are looking for an administrator who can work the equivalent of 3 days per week hours flexibly, adapting to the needs of the organisation. When work is carried out by any Migrant Democracy Project employee outside normal working hours, time off in lieu is applied.

Location and working hours

Migrant Democracy Project’s office is in Vauxhall, London. Staff have daily access to the office and the team co-works from there regularly. This role can be done remotely, however, we expect the role-holder to join the team in-person for strategy days which happen every few months. 

This is part-time role at 0.6 FTE. Working days are flexible, equivalent to 3 days per week between Monday to Friday, as long as most of the hours match MDP’s usual working hours (9:30 am - 5:30 pm). The role holder can also have different working days on different weeks as long as that is communicated well in advance and noted in the team calendar.

The role is based in the UK and open to individuals with an existing right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a strategic Operations and Fundraising Manager who can skillfully identify the organisational and team needs and can propose and implement solutions, ranging from project management tools, HR systems, and other systems tools. The ideal candidate will be scanning the horizon, ensuring the organisation has the appropriate policies and thinking long-term about its financial and organisational needs.

Lead the Operational Management of Migrant Democracy Project

• Review existing operational policies and procedures, identify improvements and updates, and implement them to ensure the smooth running of Migrant Democracy Project.

• Lead the development and implementation of operational infrastructure, including systems for project management to ensure efficient progress of the organisation’s objectives.

• Ensure Migrant Democracy Project is in compliance with relevant policies, including data privacy, safeguarding, risk register, and others and support the team in implementing them.

Lead on People Management and Recruitment

• Implement and manage all people and culture functions and internal processes including systems for leave, TOIL, employment contracts, and other identified needs.

• Support the Executive Director with recruitment processes, such as job vacancy promotion, sifting application forms and booking interviews.

• Ensure all members of staff, including consultants, have all their documents, including contracts and consultant agreements, up to date and that systems are in place to support the team to navigate probation and contract renewals.

Fundraising and Evaluation 

• Identify grant opportunities for the organisation, manage application deadlines and work with the staff team to support writing grants.

• Maintain MDP’s grant database up to date and manage Google Drive grant documentation folders, including supporting the Executive Director to meet funders’ requirements such as quarterly reports.

• Manage and track staff budget sheets for grants, working with the Finance Manager.

• Support the Executive Director and all team members in writing progress reports to funders, both when required and proactive updates to all funders. 

• Implement an evaluation system to be able to measure and report on outputs required by each grant.

• Liaise with MDP’s staff team to collect data for evaluation reports.

Lead on online systems for the team

• Manage MDP’s Google Drive folders, ensuring information is up to date.

• Manage staff access to shared workspaces and folders.

• Manage staff accounts, such as creating new emails and managing permissions.

• Manage MDP’s generic info inbox and direct queries to relevant staff where applicable.

• Support the Executive Director with new staff onboarding and manage their Google Suite access. 

Diary and Office Support

• Support with booking rooms and team meetings as needed e.g. team Strategy Days.

• Create a calendar of relevant MDP events for all staff and support the team’s long-term project planning.

• Manage travel and accommodation booking for MDP staff members for required events.

• Process all relevant office orders, such as printing, stationery and office equipment.

• Regularly assess office needs and proactively ensure the stocks of MDP materials (such as leaflets, business cards, etc.) are appropriate. 

Finance Support

• Work with the Finance Manager to create budget templates and monitor them regularly.

• Pay small invoices under £500 and process staff expense forms on a monthly basis.

• Manage MDP’s invoice folders and create invoices from MDP’s templates when required.

• Submit relevant invoices and receipts to Xero’s inbox.

• Manage MDP’s Soldo account and top-up expense cards for staff as appropriate.

Qualifications

We are looking for an organised and efficient Operations and Fundraising Manager with the following essential skills:

• At least three years of demonstrated experience of leading projects or teams, including managing multiple people and budgets

• Demonstrable experience in fundraising, such as grant writing.

• Excellent organisation skills, with extensive experience in project and program management, and a proven ability to plan, organise, and lead the implementation of plans and processes.

• Experience of creating systems and organisational processes that are effective, efficient, and embed and socialise them with the team and key external partners.

• Experience in project monitoring and evaluation.

• Experience using Xero, Soldo or similar software for processing invoices and expenses.

• Experience in diary management.

• Excellent knowledge using Google Suite.

• Comfortable in a start-up environment and experience working in a small team, where flexibility is required to meet emerging tasks and deadlines.

• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Essential behaviours:

• Show a passion for and commitment to our values and building migrant power.

• Be able to work inclusively and build engagement and trust with people of all backgrounds.

• Show a willingness to take initiative in the pursuit of Migrant Democracy Project’s goals. Take responsibility for delivering your work to a high standard, and be able to ask for support when you need it.

• Be able to work independently and in a remote environment, whilst valuing opportunities to work as part of a close team.

• Be a good team player, able to liaise effectively with different team members and draw on people’s expertise and specialisms to make decisions and ensure progress.

• Treat Migrant Democracy Project’s staff and partners with dignity, respect and care - building strong and impactful relationships where possible.

Decision-making timeline

We are looking for the Operations and Fundraising Manager to start in early March 2026. The applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Interview process

● Stage 1: shortlisted candidates will be invited for a 15 minute interview via phone or Zoom.

● Stage 2: if successful after Stage 1, shortlisted candidates will be invited for a 75 minute interview via Zoom or in-person depending on the candidate’s place of residence. This will include a practical exercise and questions about your experience. You will have an opportunity to ask us questions as well.

Overview

Involve Community Services is a local infrastructure charity that supports the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise Sectors of Bracknell Forest and Wokingham Borough. We offer development and governance support, funding advice, grant writing, volunteer and trustee recruitment, and a comprehensive training programme. We also run several well-being projects that include Community Navigation, Cancer Support and Social Prescribing within Wokingham Borough.

Role summary

The Community Development Worker will work across Wokingham Borough to assist small charities, community groups and social enterprises who have a health and well-being focus, as well as those organisations who aid residents with protected characteristics. They will assist organisations to find solutions to existing challenges and overcome barriers to optimise their delivery, e.g., through sourcing volunteers, committee members, funding opportunities, forming simple governance structures, and seeking premises.

The post holder will advocate for members of the community with protected characteristics as well as those whose voices are seldom heard, and act as a voice for marginalised groups, to aid inclusive decision making and delivery of services across the borough. The postholder will develop a broad, informed view of the local Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise Sector and will communicate this to colleagues within Involve, the wider Friendship Alliance (a collective of charities who have a shared interest in addressing loneliness and social isolation), and to statutory partners. The postholder will also identify gaps in provision and help to develop or enhance existing partnerships so to optimise their impact to residents. 

Key Responsibilities

• Regularly attend community events throughout Wokingham Borough
• Create quarterly reports to articulate the work of the postholder.
• Act as the face of Involve and the first point of contact for organisations and community groups in Wokingham Borough
• Signpost organisations to Involve’s Core Services
• Signpost residents to Involve’s Wellbeing Services
• Support Community Navigation attending outreach events
• Report key barriers and gaps in services to the CEO and Admin & Partnerships Manager on a regular basis
• Keep the Wellbeing Services up to date with new or changing community groups & services
• Support the Hub Coordinator and fellow site users when onsite

Key responsibilities for the community and VCS organisation

• Network and maintain relationships with residents, communities, charitable organisations and other stakeholders
• Host Involve’s Charity & Community Networking Events for Wokingham Borough
• Match organisations and community groups with share objectives so to bring greater capacity and insight to a community undertaking
• Attend forums & meetings relevant to communities, addressing issues such as equality & diversity, social isolation or community safety
• Support organisations and community groups with basic governance enquiries
• Ensure organisations receive up to date and accessible information & signposting to assist them with their operations, e.g. governance, funding, volunteer recruitment

Essential experience, skills and attributes

• Knowledge of the local area and services
• Experience in engaging and advocating for vulnerable people and those with protected characteristics, and those seldom heard
• Good interpersonal skills - friendly, curious, respectful, empathetic and courteous
• Reliable with a mature disposition and a caring nature
• Capable of maintaining appropriate written records
• Awareness of confidentiality and data protection
• Ability to work proactively on your own initiative as well as part of a team
• Awareness of health and safety and lone working issues for self and others
• A commitment to equal opportunities
• Effective problem solving and negotiation skills
• Good written and verbal literacy with ability to engage confidently, employing actively listen skills
• Sound IT skills, particularly office 365 applications
• Personal commitment to improving own knowledge and skills
• Requirement to undertake training, including safeguarding and any other appropriate learning
• Requirement to work to all Involve policies
• Access to a car (with business insurance) is essential as travel will be required across Wokingham Borough

NB: Some flexibility will be required when delivering your role and occasional evening or weekend work may be needed.