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Independent Age is the national charity focused on improving the lives of people facing financial hardship in later life. We believe no one should face financial hardship in later life.

Our Helpline and expert advisers offer free, practical support to older people without enough money to live on. Through our grants programme, we support hundreds of local organisations working with older people across the UK. 

We use the knowledge and insight gained from our support services and partnerships to highlight the issues experienced by older people in poverty and campaign for change.

We would love to find individuals from all walks of life and diverse backgrounds to join us on this journey.

Responsibilities and Person Specification:

This is a critical and influential role at Independent Age, reporting to the Head of Governance. The post holder will provide high-quality support across a broad and impactful portfolio, including risk management, procurement and contracts, governance, safeguarding and business continuity, helping to build a culture where accountability, learning and continuous improvement drive meaningful change. 

Working closely with senior leaders and the Board, you will play an important role in enabling effective and confident decision-making across every level of the charity. This is an opportunity to contribute across a wide range of areas and to see the direct impact of your work on how the organisation functions and delivers its mission. 

We are looking for someone with a genuine passion for risk management, alongside a strong understanding of not-for-profit governance best practice. You will also bring experience in at least one of the following areas: procurement, contracts management, third party contract risk, business continuity planning, policy management or safeguarding.

You will be an excellent communicator, confident working with senior stakeholders, with strong attention to detail and a proactive, can-do approach. Above all, you will take pride in getting things done efficiently and to a high standard and be motivated by the opportunity to work for a values-led organisation making a meaningful difference to older people.

This is a full-time role, 35 hours per week, which you can choose to work over five days or a 9-day fortnight. 

If your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all of the above criteria but you do meet most of them and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply anyway.

What it’s like to work at Independent Age:

We celebrate diversity at Independent Age and champion the differences that make each of us unique. We actively support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. We aim to attract and retain a wide range of talent and create an environment where everyone can feel safe, protected, welcome and included. In line with this, our office has many inclusive features, and there is no dress code. 

We offer great benefits including 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, a generous pension scheme with life assurance, and fantastic learning and development opportunities. We also offer a number of enhanced leave provisions and benefits.

We know that a good work life balance helps us perform at our best and supports wellbeing. Flexible working hours and hybrid working is standard for all, but if you need a different form of flexibility, we are always happy to talk flexible working. Those contracted to work in the office are required to attend the office a minimum of 4 days per month. This role supports Board and committee meetings which may be held online or in the office, meaning availability to support with this is required. 

You can find out more about what it’s like to work at Independent Age on the Careers page on our website.

Application Process:

To apply, please visit our website to submit a CV and a Supporting Statement, detailing how your skills and experience meet the criteria within the Job Description and Person Specification (please do not hesitate to contact us if you have specific requirements and need support to apply in an alternative format).

To support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion our hiring managers use anonymous shortlisting. Therefore, please do not include your name, photo, or information to indicate your gender or age in your CV and supporting statement. Please do not omit dates of employment. Please ensure the title of any uploads does not contain your name. 

Independent Age is committed to safeguarding and follows Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding those we work with. We therefore ask that you supply your full work history with explanations for any gaps in the application documents you submit and, if offered the post, we will require two employment references including your current or most recent employer. A Basic DBS check will be carried out for the successful candidate.

Closing Date: Tuesday 14 July, 23:59

1st Interview Dates: Tuesday 21 and Wednesday 22 July, online via Microsoft Teams 

2nd Interview Dates: Wednesday 29 July, in person at our London Office (Avonmore Road)

Project Coordinator (Wales)

About us

Children North-east is a long-established charity dedicated to helping babies, children, young people and their families thrive. Since 1891, we’ve delivered vital services that tackle inequality and remove barriers to opportunity.

Our innovative Poverty Proofing® work supports schools and organisations to identify and address the hidden costs of the school day, ensuring every child can participate fully in education regardless of their financial circumstances

We are now delivering a major programme across Wales, in partnership with Welsh Government and Resolve Poverty, to reduce the cost of the school day and tackle the impact of poverty on learners.

About the role

We are looking for a Project Coordinator to support the delivery of a national programme across Wales. This role will focus on reducing financial barriers in education, amplifying the voices of learners, and supporting schools and partners to embed inclusive, poverty-aware practices.

You’ll work collaboratively with colleagues, stakeholders and communities to deliver meaningful change, helping ensure all children can thrive regardless of their circumstances.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development of a bilingual national learners’ network to capture and amplify lived experiences
• Deliver training and engagement with children, young people and families
• Support the development of a national educators’ network to reduce school costs and tackle stigma
• Work closely with partners including schools, local authorities and Welsh Government
• Support policy engagement by sharing insights and delivery learnings
• Implement monitoring and evaluation, including data collection and reporting
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
• Promote the project through events, networks and communications

Person specification

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively in Welsh and English
• Experience delivering projects involving children, young people and families
• Understanding of participation, consultation and research approaches
• Knowledge of poverty and its impact on education
• Understanding of the Welsh education system and safeguarding
• Strong organisational, communication and data analysis/reporting skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Desirable

• Degree-level or relevant professional qualification
• Experience managing or delivering multiple projects

Cydgysylltydd Prosiect (Cymru)

Amdanom ni

Mae Children Northeast yn elusen sydd wedi bod yn helpu babanod, plant, pobl ifanc a’u teuluoedd i ffynnu ers 1891. Rydym yn darparu gwasanaethau hanfodol sy’n mynd i’r afael ag anghydraddoldeb ac yn dileu rhwystrau i gyfleoedd

Mae ein gwaith Poverty Proofing® yn helpu ysgolion a sefydliadau i nodi a mynd i’r afael â chostau cudd y diwrnod ysgol, gan sicrhau bod pob plentyn yn gallu cymryd rhan lawn mewn addysg.

Rydym yn cyflwyno rhaglen genedlaethol yng Nghymru, mewn partneriaeth â Llywodraeth Cymru a Resolve Poverty, i leihau cost y diwrnod ysgol a mynd i’r afael ag effaith tlodi ar ddysgwyr.

Am y rôl

Rydym yn chwilio am Gydgysylltydd Prosiect i gefnogi’r gwaith o gyflwyno rhaglen genedlaethol ledled Cymru. Bydd y rôl hon yn canolbwyntio ar leihau rhwystrau ariannol mewn addysg, cryfhau llais dysgwyr, a chefnogi ysgolion a phartneriaid i weithredu arferion cynhwysol.

Byddwch yn gweithio gyda chydweithwyr, rhanddeiliaid a chymunedau i sicrhau newid cadarnhaol i blant a phobl ifanc ledled Cymru.

Prif gyfrifoldebau

• Arwain datblygiad rhwydwaith dysgwyr cenedlaethol dwyieithog
• Darparu hyfforddiant ac ymgysylltu gyda phlant, pobl ifanc a theuluoedd
• Cefnogi datblygiad rhwydwaith addysgwyr cenedlaethol
• Gweithio gyda phartneriaid gan gynnwys ysgolion, awdurdodau lleol a Llywodraeth Cymru
• Cyfrannu at ddatblygu polisi drwy rannu mewnwelediadau
• Gweithredu monitro a gwerthuso, gan gynnwys casglu data ac adrodd
• Datblygu a chynnal perthnasoedd rhanddeiliaid
• Hyrwyddo’r prosiect drwy ddigwyddiadau a rhwydweithiau

Manyleb y person

Hanfodol

• Y gallu i gyfathrebu’n effeithiol yn Gymraeg ac yn Saesneg
• Profiad o gyflawni prosiectau gyda phlant, pobl ifanc a theuluoedd
• Dealltwriaeth o gyfranogiad, ymgynghori ac ymchwil
• Gwybodaeth am dlodi a’i effaith ar addysg
• Dealltwriaeth o system addysg Cymru a diogelu
• Sgiliau trefnu, cyfathrebu a dadansoddi data/adrodd cryf
• Y gallu i weithio’n annibynnol a rheoli blaenoriaethau lluosog

Dymunol

• Cymhwyster proffesiynol neu radd
• Profiad o reoli neu gyflawni nifer o brosiectau ar yr un pryd

Bowel Cancer UK is the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity. We’re determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer. We support and fund targeted research, provide expert information and support to patients and their families, educate the public and professionals about the disease and campaign for early diagnosis and access to the best treatment and care.

We currently have employees working across four nations in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Thanks to the generosity of our community, we’re in a privileged position to be able to deliver our ambitious new strategy, On a Mission. There are huge challenges facing bowel cancer patients across the UK and our community needs us now more than ever. We’re building a strong and united team to bring us closer to a world where nobody dies of bowel cancer.

Job Summary

This role will lead the development, setup, and delivery of individual locations within our new hyper-local Early Diagnosis Programme designed to improve bowel cancer awareness and timely presentation in communities most affected by health inequalities. Central to the role is establishing strong partnerships - working with local cancer alliances or health boards, primary care, community pharmacies, employers, and community and faith groups - to create tailored, locally driven plans.

The post holder will oversee the design of bespoke 12-month delivery plans for each location, selecting and coordinating relevant Bowel Cancer UK interventions and ensuring all activity is grounded in local insight and evidence.

This role will be critical in delivering the first phase of the Early Diagnosis Programme, generating learning, refining the model, and laying the foundations for potential future scale-up across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver local early diagnosis programmes by developing tailored, evidence-based 12‑month plans to improve bowel cancer awareness and early presentation in targeted communities.

• Build and manage strong multi-agency partnerships with health systems, primary care, community groups, employers, and other stakeholders to drive coordinated, high-impact local activity.

• Coordinate programme delivery and impact by managing volunteers, overseeing implementation and evaluation frameworks, and using insights to refine and scale the programme nationally.

Please note that we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date or extend the application period, depending on the number of applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and at Bowel Cancer UK we are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful candidates may be subject to either a satisfactory basic, standard or enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) dependent upon the role.

Cerebra is the national charity dedicated to improving the lives of children with neurological conditions and their families. We provide vital research, support, and practical solutions that empower families facing complex challenges.

With an annual income of £3 million and a headcount of 68 employees, we have ambitious plans to double our income between 2025 and 2027, ensuring we can extend our impact, reach more families, and drive real change. To achieve this, we are investing in fundraising innovation, income generating ventures, and strategic partnerships, alongside enhancing our brand to increase our national recognition.

Our work is underpinned by our values ensuring that everything we do aligns with our mission to create a better world for children with neurological conditions.

This is an incredibly exciting time to join Cerebra, as we are preparing to launch our new strategy and brand. The COO is a vital leadership role that will support the drive towards even greater impact for children and families across the UK.

Our Services

Sleep Advice Service

Cerebra understands that if you have a child that doesn’t sleep, the whole family suffers. Many children with neurological conditions suffer from disrupted sleep. Our sleep advice service provides bespoke advice and support so that everyone can get a good night’s sleep.

Legal Rights Service

Our Legal Rights Service provides help and support to families of children with neurological conditions when they are faced with barriers and difficulties in accessing statutory support services they are entitled to. The service provides information on their legal entitlements.

Book and Toy Library Service

Our specialist postal lending library contains a wide range of books for both adults and children, plus a selection of sensory toys specifically chosen for children with a neurological condition.

Innovation and Product Design Service

Our Innovation Service designs and builds bespoke products that cater to the specific needs of children with neurological conditions. The aim of the service is to make products that are desirable and exciting, therefore promoting social inclusion, peer acceptance and enabling children to participate in everyday activities that are so often close to them.

Information Products

Cerebra publishes different information products to help families with a child with a neurological condition. Our information products offer comprehensive, up-to-date support and research-driven strategies to assist families with a wide range of issues.

Buzgi and Toy Adaptation Service

Cerebra designs and builds bespoke assistive equipment for disabled children, this includes creating custom mobility aids, switch‑adapted toys, and other innovative solutions to help children access play, learning, and independence.

The Bugzi - a mini powered wheelchair for children offers many children their first experience of independent mobility. It uses either a joystick or switches and adaptable seating for complex needs, and helps develop spatial awareness, confidence, and early mobility skills. The Bugzi is available through a national loan scheme.

Additionally, we operate commercial services (including a web shop) to supplement our income to support children and their families.

Our services are provided to families free of charge.

Job Title:

Chief Operating Officer

Reports To:

Chief Executive Officer

Direct reports:

3 senior managers (Finance (headcount of 3), HR (headcount of 1), IT (headcount of 5))

Purpose of the Role:

The Chief Operating Officer will play a vital role in supporting the Chief Executive Officer, Board and Leadership Team to deliver Cerebra’s vision and ambitious strategic aims. The Chief Operating Officer will provide strategic leadership and operational management across key areas within Cerebra including:

• Operational Systems
• Governance
• Compliance
• Finance and Growth

This is a pivotal executive leadership role, responsible for driving organisational performance, sustainability and growth. The COO will translate Cerebra’s strategic ambitions into effective operational delivery, ensuring robust governance, financial stewardship and a high-performing, values-led culture.

As a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, the COO will lead core operational services and commercial activity, enabling the charity to maximise impact and generate sustainable income in support of its charitable objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Executive Leadership

• Partner with the CEO and Board to deliver strategic priorities, growth and long-term sustainability
• Collaboration with the Director’s Group to ensure strategic alignment across the charity. The Director’s Group consists of:

            Chief Executive Officer

            Chief Operating Officer

            Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications

            Director of Research and Support Services

• Provide expert advice on finance, operations, commercial performance and organisational risk
• Lead organisational planning, business continuity, and operational resilience
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and inclusion

Finance, Commercial & Sustainability

• Lead financial strategy, planning and performance, ensuring long-term sustainability
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and financial controls
• Lead and develop Cerebra’s strategy for commercial income , ensuring alignment with charitable objectives
• Support funding growth through strong financial insight and business case development
• Ensure robust financial governance, audit and compliance

Operations & Infrastructure

• Lead and strengthen operational functions including HR, IT, governance and administration
• Ensure effective systems, processes and infrastructure that enable growth, efficiency and impact
• Oversee procurement, contracts, facilities, and organisational compliance
• Drive innovation and value for money across operations

People & Culture

• Champion a positive, inclusive and high-performing organisational culture
• Oversee HR strategy, workforce planning and leadership development
• Ensure compliance with employment law and best practice
• Promote wellbeing, engagement and organisational effectiveness

Digital & Technology

• Provide strategic oversight of IT, data and digital development
• Ensure systems are secure, resilient and aligned to organisational needs
• Leverage data and technology to improve insight, decision-making and organisational impact

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure effective governance frameworks, risk management and regulatory compliance
• Support the CEO and Board with high-quality reporting and strategic insight
• Lead safeguarding, data protection and organisational risk strategy
• Drive a strong culture of accountability and ethical practice

Leadership & Management

• Lead and develop a small senior team across finance, HR and IT
• Build capability, strengthen performance, and embed a collaborative culture
• Model Cerebra’s values and leadership behaviours

Key Attributes

• Strategic and commercially minded leader with strong operational delivery experience
• Strong financial leadership and business acumen
• Proven track record of driving income growth, sustainability and organisational performance
• Skilled in governance, risk and stakeholder engagement

Please see attached job description for the Person Specification.

Interim Chief Executive – Twins Trust 

6-month contract | 28–37 hours per week (flexible) 

Twins Trust is the leading UK charity supporting families with twins, triplets and more. Following the successful launch of a new brand, website and membership proposition, we are seeking an experienced Interim Chief Executive to provide confident leadership during an important period of transition and organisational development.

Hours: 28–37 hours per week (flexible ) 
Salary: c.£80,000–£85,000 FTE 
Location: Predominantly remote, with travel to London and occasional UK travel as required 
Contract: 6 months 
Start date: Late July 2026 

This is an exciting opportunity to build on strong organisational foundations, leading a talented senior team while helping the charity maximise recent investment in its brand, digital presence and membership offer. Success will be measured through strengthening leadership, empowering teams, increasing engagement and income opportunities, and further raising Twins Trust's profile with partners and stakeholders across the sector. 

We're looking for someone with: 

• Successful experience as a Chief Executive or senior organisational leader

• A track record of leading organisations through transition and change

• Strong people leadership skills, with experience building high-performing teams

• Experience working with Boards and strong knowledge of charity governance

• Sound financial management and strategic planning experience

• Excellent relationship-building, influencing and ambassadorial skills

• A collaborative, approachable leadership style and a commitment to supporting staff to succeed.

How to Apply  

Please submit your CV via the Prospectus website. 

Please include your availability and earliest start date in your CV.  

Closing date: Thursday 2nd July 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is strongly encouraged. 

Interviews with Twins Trust: Week commencing 6th July 2026. 

Overview

Charlton Athletic Community Trust (CACT) is a pioneering charity aiming to improve the health, wellbeing, educational attainment and employability skills of the local community.

CACT are seeking two enthusiastic, knowledgeable and experienced individuals to deliver a Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Flexible Support Fund employability programme, focusing on 16–24-year-olds living in Greenwich and Bexley who are Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET). In collaboration with the DWP, CACT Employability Officer/s will design and deliver a ‘Youth Hub’ offer to support and guide young people to into Education, Employment or Training opportunities.

Job Purpose

· To work as a member of the ‘DWP Youth Hub’ project team to engage and enable young people to reach their full potential with education, training and employment opportunities.

· The project will provide one-to-one mentoring sessions with wraparound support.

· The postholder will identify and recruit a caseload of young people to support into and sustain their engagement in Education, Employment and Training.

· The programme will provide an opportunity for young people not in education, training or employment in Greater London area to access training and work experience to enable them to attain the skills and confidence to gain employment.

· The post holder will have a broad range of experience in building relationships with individuals from a range of backgrounds, alongside an ability to build and maintain relationships with employers.

· The post holder will co-ordinate and deliver one to one and group coaching sessions. Sessions will address essential skills for employment and provide practical support, interview coaching, careers information and guidance.

· The post holder will facilitate and / or signpost to wellbeing workshops and physical activity sessions to develop improved mindset, healthy lifestyles, mental health and self‐care. Working with multi-agency partners the post holder will seek to identify the barriers that have prevented young people from engaging in education and employment and help them to develop strategies to overcome these challenges

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

· To provide one to one and group employability coaching sessions; in the community and online, enabling participants to identify, assess, and address barriers to engaging with education, employment, and training, as well as sourcing the most appropriate support.

· Work with young people to understand their strengths and develop person centred, targeted plans to help them achieve positive outcomes. Create individualised progress plans, which include identification of the wraparound support that needs to be provided (e.g., support to access housing or mental health services).

· Work closely with community groups and agencies such as Skills Academies Hubs, Local Integration Hubs, Job Centre Plus, to identify and recruit young people that would benefit most from the programme.

· Support a caseload and develop, contribute to, and deliver interventions to engage young people in education training and employment.

· To develop relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure that a suitably diverse life skills and employability offer that meets young people’s needs and abilities.

· To work with local key worker support service to address any barriers to inclusion for young people they are working with.

· As required contribute to multi-agency planning and assessments of young people

· To identify meaningful work placement opportunities for young people internally and externally through partnerships with local businesses, and to manage and support work placements through work placement visits

· To maintain oversight of young people participating in work placements to help them settle in, meet the expectations of their employer or training / education provider, perform at their best, and achieve their action plan goals.

· Regularly review and monitor the progress of young people on the programme and guide interventions / wraparound support.

· Maintain a record of distance travelled which demonstrates how far the participant has travelled since joining the project, for example, in terms of personal development, increased confidence, and greater levels of motivation.

· To maintain a working knowledge of education, safeguarding and effective practice in supporting young people into education, training and employment.

· To hold knowledge of the regions in which we work to maintain an up to date working knowledge of education and training providers and employers locally and ensure that young people are referred and supported into appropriate EET provision.

· Compile and submit all required monitoring to colleagues and the DWP on progress of those young people they are working with. Maintain full and accurate case records within appropriate timescales using the case management system.

· Attend training events, supervision meetings and other team, formal and informal meetings as required to contribute to professional, service and self-development.

· Support young person feedback mechanisms in the design of activities and in the continuous improvement of the project.

· To ensure good quality case studies and stories are shared with colleagues to support the promotion of the programmes.

· Fulfil other duties such as are required from time to time.

Job Title:  Digital Content Officer

Location: Hybrid (with 1 day per week in the London Office)

Hours: 35 hours per week

Type of Employment:  Permanent              

Salary: £30,119 per annum (hybrid)

What we do:  We help young people through cancer

How we work:  We’re Determined, United, Spirited and Kind

What we’re looking for:

• Someone who understands what it means to work alongside young people going through cancer (including those who share their stories) and will bring the care and empathy required

• A strong writer and digital content creator, across website, email and social media — especially YouTube. You’ll have delivered content campaigns, know your way around SEO and Google Analytics, and be curious about where content is heading (GEO knowledge is a bonus)

• Someone who can land a message for different audiences without losing our brand voice

• A collaborative mindset and strong communication skills from someone who is equally happy working independently or in a team

How to apply:

You’ll need to register on our portal, complete a short application form and answer questions about your skills and experience in relation to the role.

Key dates:

Applications by 3rd July 2026, First stage interviews on week commencing 20th July 2026 online and second stage interview on week commencing  27th July 2026 online.

Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 

What we offer:

• Leave: 25 days of annual leave, which increases with service, in addition to bank holidays and a 3 or 4 day closure over the Christmas period. We also have finish early Fridays in August and quarterly reset days to step away from day to day work and refocus.
• Flexible bank holidays: the option to swap five UK public holidays (except 25th, 26th December, and 1st January or any substitute bank holidays for these dates) for other dates off.
• Paid Carer and Compassionate Leave: paid time off to care for family members or dependants.
• Paid Parental Leave: enhanced pay for parental leave such as maternity leave, paternity leave or adoption leave.
• Paid Volunteering Leave: support your community by taking paid leave for volunteering activities.
• Health Cashback Plan: access a health cashback plan to cover medical expenses.
• Life assurance and Income Protection: financial support if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Discount scheme: access exclusive savings at various high street retailers and gyms.
• Flexible Working: we care about your wellbeing and encourage flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.

Our commitment to inclusion and accessibility: 

At Teenage Cancer Trust one of our key focuses is around equity and making sure our services are accessible and inclusive to all young people with cancer, with no-one left behind. We have the same goal for people working with us.

Teenage Cancer Trust is committed to recognising and valuing individual differences and the contributions of all people.
Should you require any assistance or adjustments to support your interview process, such as additional time for tasks, meeting the panellists beforehand, information in another format or a different interview format (online/offline/in person), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the HR Team and we will do our best to accommodate your request. 

We are a Disability Confident employer which means we have committed to offering interviews to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role listed under the 'What you'll bring to the team' section of the job description and shortlisting questions.

To opt into this scheme, please enter ‘yes’ in the appropriate question on the application form.

Please note that in recruitment campaigns with a high volume of candidates opting into the scheme, interview offers will be made only to those who best meet the essential criteria and provide the strongest responses to the shortlisting questions. 

We are unable to offer individual feedback at the shortlisting stage. 

Privacy and Safeguarding: 

At Teenage Cancer Trust we take our commitment to safeguarding seriously and work to protect and promote the rights of the young people who we support. Our safeguarding responsibilities extend to the children and adults who work to support the charity, who we also have a duty of care to protect. Safeguarding is at the forefront of each activity we carry out. In line with our approach, this role is subject to a DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service).  

For information on how we collect, store and process personal data please contact the HR Team.

Overview of the Role:  We are recruiting a East of England Senior Programme Officer for the National Education Nature Park to:

· Lead the National Education Nature Park programme across East of England, increasing participation in schools and education settings

· Manage and support a regional Programme Officer, including performance, development and wellbeing

· Build strong partnerships with schools, colleges, local authorities, NGOs and environmental networks

· Deliver a regional engagement strategy aligned with national KPIs on biodiversity, climate education and wellbeing

· Be a passionate advocate for nature-based learning, sustainability, biodiversity gain and green skills for children and young people

· Manage a regional budget, travel planning and reporting, ensuring compliance and audit requirements

· Facilitate workshops, training and events for educators, children and young people

· Provide expert guidance on outdoor learning, horticulture, biodiversity and environmental education resources

To work for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to join a thriving charity, whose mission is to be there for everyone on their lifelong adventure with gardening. Everything we do is built on the transformational power of gardening – and the benefits it brings to people, places and our planet.

And we couldn’t do this without our people. We’re proud of the knowledge, enthusiasm and ideas that each one of our team members brings. From working across our social media channels, to volunteering in the RHS Gardens, from serving customers in our garden centres to running national marketing campaigns, we believe that every member of the RHS team should have the opportunity to make a difference.  Our careers portal here provides a comprehensive overview of what we offer, the teams that work at the RHS and our great benefits.

Safeguarding and Inclusion

The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

School Engagement Officer - Bristol and Surrounding Area

Charity People is delighted to be partnering again with Anne Frank Trust UK to recruit for their next School Engagement Officer.

Anne Frank Trust UK is an anti‑prejudice education charity founded in 1991 and the UK partner of the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam. Using Anne Frank's life story and the historical context of the Holocaust, the Trust empowers young people aged 9-15 to recognise and challenge ALL forms of prejudice and discrimination.

Their work reaches young people through in‑school workshops, online learning events, and an Ambassadors Programme supporting young people with lived experience of prejudice.

This role is a front‑line education post, delivering engaging workshops in schools across Bristol and the surrounding area, mentoring young people as peer educators and ambassadors, and playing a key role in establishing and growing the Trust's presence in a new region.

As this is a newly established regional post, there is a strong emphasis on developing new relationships, proactively engaging schools and partners, and building a sustainable network of education delivery across the South West.

Education Delivery Specialists play a vital role in helping young people develop confidence, empathy and the skills to challenge prejudice in their communities.

Contract and benefits

• Permanent, full‑time (37.5 hours per week)
• Salary £32,000, with annual increases of £1,000 for the first three years (subject to appraisal)
• Home‑based with local and regional travel, plus occasional UK‑wide travel and overnight stays
• Evening and weekend work required infrequently (TOIL provided)
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays and discretionary Christmas closure
• Contributory pension and Employee Assistance Programme

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high‑quality educational workshops for young people aged 9-15 in schools
• Educate about Anne Frank, the Holocaust and contemporary forms of prejudice
• Train and support young people as peer educators and Anne Frank Ambassadors
• Provide mentoring and pastoral support to young people throughout their ambassador journey
• Proactively develop new relationships with schools and local stakeholders, securing bookings and expanding regional reach
• Build and establish a strong network of partner schools across Bristol and the surrounding area
• Support events, trips and projects linked to the Ambassadors Programme
• Ensure excellent safeguarding practice at all times
• Monitor impact, collect evaluation data and maintain accurate records
• Contribute positively to a collaborative and values‑led education team

The ideal candidate will have

• Experience delivering engaging sessions with young people, particularly those facing disadvantage
• Confidence facilitating discussions around sensitive or complex topics
• Experience or confidence in building relationships and engaging new stakeholders
• A strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Knowledge of safeguarding and youth support principles
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The role involves regular travel between schools. Candidates must be able to meet this requirement reliably (a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous).
• Willingness to travel regularly across the Bristol and surrounding region and work flexibly when required
• A relevant qualification or equivalent experience in education, youth work or a related field

If you have experience engaging with young people and feel passionately about influencing the next generation to reduce prejudice and discrimination in all forms, we would love to hear from you asap.

Closing Date: Monday 13th July 2026
Interviews: First stage Online interviews - Wednesday 22nd July 2026
In person interviews in Bristol - Tuesday 28th July 2026

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Job Title: Digital Communications & Content Officer

Location: London/Hybrid

Salary: £36,038.98 per annum

Weekly Hours: 35

Reference: YMC1206520

Creative freedom ¦ Purpose-driven work ¦ Big ideas welcome

Love creating content that people stop scrolling for? Passionate about storytelling, social trends and bringing bold ideas to life? If you’re looking for a creative role where your voice matters and your ideas can genuinely shape a national brand, this could be the perfect next step.

At YMCA England & Wales, we’re searching for a talented Digital Communications & Content Officer to join our energetic and collaborative Communications team. This is an exciting opportunity to create impactful content that amplifies young people’s voices, builds meaningful engagement and helps drive positive change across England and Wales.

You’ll work across campaigns, fundraising and retail.  You’ll drive national initiatives as part of our ambitious PCI Directorate — a supportive and creative environment where experimentation is encouraged and no two days are the same.

This is a role with real creative licence. We want someone who’s excited to test new ideas, jump on trends, explore emerging platforms and create content that feels fresh, authentic and culturally relevant. One day you could be filming TikTok content, the next producing a YouTube series, designing social-first campaigns or building engaging digital journeys and landing pages.

You’ll help grow and energise YMCA’s online communities by capturing real stories from young people, staff, volunteers and local YMCAs across the country. From short-form video and graphics to compelling campaigns and platform-native storytelling, your work will inspire audiences and encourage action.

We’re looking for someone who lives and breathes digital culture — a creative thinker who understands social media, loves multimedia storytelling and enjoys turning ideas into engaging content. Alongside strong creative instincts, you’ll use insights and analytics to continually refine and improve performance.

Most importantly, you’ll join a passionate organisation and a genuinely fun, forward-thinking team that values creativity, collaboration and innovation.

If you’re ready to bring fresh ideas, creative energy and digital expertise to a role with real purpose, we’d love to hear from you. 

Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.

About the Role

Ready to take the lead and make a real difference?

This is a fantastic opportunity to launch and grow an exciting new challenge events programme, while delivering standout fundraising and engagement events for Cherry Trees.

You’ll be at the heart of innovation- working closely with our Community & Partnerships team and Head of Fundraising and Communications to boost participation, elevate supporter experiences, and maximise the success of our bespoke events.

From shaping a fresh, dynamic events strategy to delivering unforgettable experiences, you’ll:

• Drive participation and sustainable income
• Develop inspiring supporter journeys
• Manage key third-party and flagship events
• Bring bold, creative ideas to life
• Create compelling content (with support from our Comms team)

This is your chance to test new ideas, think creatively, and deliver events that not only raise vital funds—but also raise our profile and impact.

About You

You’re not just organised - you’re driven, passionate, and people-focused.

With a background in fundraising and events (and ideally a love of challenge events yourself!), you thrive on creating meaningful experiences and building lasting relationships.

You bring:

• Strong communication skills across all channels
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• A natural ability to connect with and inspire others
• A passion for delivering exceptional supporter experiences

You understand that every interaction matters, and you go the extra mile to create moments that delight, inspire loyalty, and keep supporters coming back for more.

Why Cherry Trees?

We have ambitious plans to support even more children and families - and we need someone who shares our passion and drive.

If you’re ready to:

• Make a meaningful impact
• Grow income, participation and supporter engagement
• Be part of something truly special

…then we’d love to hear from you.

Job Title:  Officiating Social Impact Officer

Reporting to:  Cricket Development Manager

Location: Trent Bridge, Nottingham, NG2 6AG

Hours: Part-Time 21 hours per week/3 days (some evenings and weekends)

Salary: £ 15,600 pa. (£26,000 per annum pro rata)

Trent Bridge Community Trust is seeking a passionate and driven individual to lead on an impact-led approach to using the power of sports officiating to make a meaningful difference in communities across the county.

This role offers an exciting and unique opportunity to shape a new direction for officiating, with a strong focus on using umpiring and scoring as vehicles to improve physical and mental well-being, build confidence and reduce loneliness, particularly in non-cricketing communities.

You will have the opportunity to shape and deliver development opportunities, such as mentoring programmes and engagement initiatives, while growing and supporting strong networks that help officials feel connected and valued.

You will oversee the Officiating Administrator, who will manage systems and administration, allowing you to focus on leading engagement, development and impact with the autonomy to influence the programme’s development. You will also work closely with the Nottinghamshire Officials Advisory Group, chairing their sessions and working with volunteers to increase the group’s impact.

To be successful in this role, you will need to be confident in engaging with a wide range of people and communities, with a strong ability to communicate effectively across different environments. You will be committed to working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders and understand the value of social impact in sport, particularly in supporting well-being, confidence and connection. You will also be proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative in shaping and developing the programme.

This is a flexible, part-time role offering the chance to take ownership of an important area of work, contributing both to the growth of cricket and the well-being of people across Nottinghamshire.

If you’re passionate, motivated, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

1. RELEVANT GENERAL OBJECTIVES

(Source: 2021-2025 Strategic Plan)

• Invest in Trent Bridge so that it retains its Test Match status and is seen as a year round entertainment destination and as a hub for cricket in Nottinghamshire.
• Create a culture of winning teams that provides sustained success for Nottinghamshire and England.
• Drive participation growth and positive change by taking projects and programmes into communities throughout Nottinghamshire.
• Maintain the club as a financially and commercially sustainable organisation at the heart of our community.
• Innovating across all departments to create success through delivering the best playing, partner, member and supporter experiences in cricket
• Attracting, inspiring and retaining the best people by creating a playing and working environment that is enjoyable, challenging and fulfilling

2. SPECIFIC ROLE PROFILE

To lead and coordinate a programme which recruits, engages, retains and develops umpires and scorers across the county, with a particular focus on using social impact and wellbeing outcomes to grow officiating in non-cricketing communities.

The role will focus on engagement, development and impact, working alongside an Officiating Advisory Group Administrator who will support delivery through systems, logistics and appointments.

Priority Focus Areas

A. Recruit – Engage and attract new umpires and scorers, particularly from underrepresented and non-cricketing communities.

B. Convert – Support new officials to become active and confident through structured engagement and early experiences.

C. Develop and Retain – Develop strong mentoring programmes and development opportunities to create belonging and progression.

D. Social Impact and Insight – Evidence and apply the mental, physical and social wellbeing benefits of officiating.

E. Networks and Community – Strengthen connections across officials through inclusive and active networks.

F. Partnership – Work with internal and external stakeholders to expand officiating opportunities outside the traditional cricketing community.

A. Recruit.

• Develop and promote officiating opportunities to a wide and diverse audience.
• Support the promotion of ECB umpire and scoring courses, working alongside the Officiating Administrator.
• Tailor opportunities and engage female, ethnically diverse, young adults under 25 and older adults over 50 to position officiating as a rewarding and beneficial activity.

B. Convert.

• Build relationships with newly trained officials to support their transition into active officiating.
• Deliver engagement initiatives such as a New Umpire Development Day, focusing on confidence, skills and community-building.
• Provide regular communication and encouragement to support early match experiences and progression.
• Work with partners and volunteers to ensure new officials are provided with appropriate opportunities.
• Use insight and data to identify individuals needing additional support.

C. Develop and Retain.

• Develop and oversee mentoring programmes for new and developing officials.
• Work with volunteers to shape and deliver a year-round CPD programme for umpires and scorers.
• Lead engagement initiatives that enhance the experience of being an official, including networking events and recognition.

D. Social Impact and Insight.

• Develop a framework to measure the social impact of officiating, including mental well-being, physical activity, social connection, loneliness and employability skills.
• Produce case studies to highlight the positive impact of officiating across different demographics.
• Use insight to inform programme design, funding applications and stakeholder engagement.

E. Networks and Community.

• Support a connected network of umpires and scorers across the county.
• Maintain active communication channels to drive engagement and peer support.
• Support volunteer representatives to manage and grow special interest networks.
• Ensure officials feel supported, valued and connected to the wider community.

F. Partnership.

• Build relationships with community organisations, education providers and partners to expand officiating opportunities.
• Work with internal partners to increase the community reach of officiating programmes.
• Contribute to funding applications using social impact evidence.

3. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• · Number of new officials recruited, including from non-traditional cricket audiences.
• · Conversion rate of newly trained officials into active participants.
• · Number of officials engaged in mentoring and development programmes.
• · Participation rates in CPD and development activities.
• · Growth and engagement in officiating networks and communities.
• · Number of new partnerships with community organisations and stakeholders.
• · Evidence of improved well-being outcomes (mental, physical and social) among participants.
• · Number of social impact case studies and reports produced.
• · Successful use of social impact data to secure funding or investment.
• · Percentage of officials who report feeling connected, supported and valued within the network. 

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

Essential

• Experience of working in sport or community development.
• Experience of engaging and working with a wide range of people and communities.
• Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating programmes or initiatives.
• An understanding of the value of social impact in sport, including how participation can support physical and mental well-being.
• Knowledge of sport and the role it can play in engaging individuals and communities.
• An understanding of community engagement, particularly working with diverse groups and reducing barriers to participation.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of people and communities across different environments.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with volunteers, partners and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and facilitation skills, with the confidence to lead and chair groups.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in shaping and developing programmes.
• Comfortable using data and information to support decision-making.
• A willingness to undertake basic training in cricket umpiring and scoring.
• An outgoing, friendly and supportive personality, with the confidence to engage a wide range of people and communities.
• Passionate, reliable and dependable, with a strong commitment to using sport to create positive social change.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, taking ownership and showing initiative.
• A positive and collaborative approach to working with colleagues, volunteers and partners.
• A strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with a focus on engaging underrepresented communities.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends where required.
• Ability to travel to multiple locations across the county to deliver engagement.
• Holds or is willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

Desirable

• Experience of producing and using insight to evidence or inform delivery, including social impact measures.
• Experience in facilitating group meetings or forums.
• Experience of supporting or working with volunteers.
• A strong knowledge of social impact, including the use of insight, measurement and benchmarking.
• Knowledge of cricket and cricket officiating.
• Applied knowledge of how sport and physical activity can support health, well-being and social outcomes.
• Ability to analyse and apply data and insight to measure and demonstrate impact.
• A relevant qualification in sports development, community development or a related field.
• A qualification in sports officiating.

HOW TO APPLY

Closing date for receipt of applications will be: 12 noon on Monday 13th July 2026

Interview dates: Thursday 16th and Friday 17th July

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers

We are an equal opportunity employer. we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. when submitting your details, please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the interview process

No agencies please

Are you ready to make a real impact every day? We're looking for a passionate and driven Fundraising Officer to join our dynamic Fundraising Team working from home, 37.5 hours a week.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in growing vital, non-statutory income for Victim Support across a range of fundraising streams, including legacies, corporate partnerships and trusts.

If you're someone who thrives on building relationships, developing compelling fundraising materials and working collaboratively to drive meaningful change for people affected by crime and trauma, then we want to hear from you.

What we offer

At Victim Support we believe in attracting and retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards and benefits package including:

• Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
• Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
• Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
• Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
• Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
• Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
• Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
• Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
• Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
• Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
• Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.

About the role

In this role, you'll support and deliver fundraising activity across multiple income streams, with a particular focus on developing and growing income from legacies, corporate partnerships and trusts.

You'll build and manage relationships with prospective and existing supporters, develop high-quality applications and proposals, and contribute to effective supporter stewardship and engagement. You will play a key role in strengthening Victim Support's fundraising activity across the organisation, working collaboratively with colleagues and partners to maximise opportunities.

The role also involves supporting legacy fundraising activity, including responding to enquiries, stewarding pledgers and contributing to legacy marketing activity. Alongside this, you will support the development of corporate partnerships through prospect research, pitching, proposal writing and relationship building.

You'll ensure all activity is delivered in line with fundraising best practice, relevant legislation and organisational policies, while helping to embed a strong fundraising culture across Victim Support.

We're looking for someone who is proactive, organised and a strong communicator, with the confidence to build relationships and work both independently and as part of a team.

We're seeking candidates with the following competencies and attributes:

• Experience of securing income or contributing to fundraising activity (e.g. legacies, corporate, trusts)
• Excellent written skills, with the ability to develop clear, engaging and accurate fundraising content
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and engage a wide range of stakeholders
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and manage competing priorities effectively
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Good research skills, with the ability to identify and assess funding opportunitie

If you're ready to take initiative and grow your career in a supportive, values-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you.

This role is home-based (within England and Wales) with some national travel and overnight stays.

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

About Us

Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.

At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.

How to apply

To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.

The Talent Set are delighted to be partnering with Unlocking Potential to recruit their first Director of Fundraising & Engagement, a pivotal new senior leadership role at the heart of the organisation.

Director of Fundraising & Engagement
Salary - £65,000 - £70,000 dependent on experience 
Location: London with hybrid working 

Unlocking Potential is a growing charity supporting children and families with their social, emotional and mental health. They are entering an exciting phase of growth, with ambitious longer term plans to expand their reach nationally and deepen their impact.

This is a pivotal new role as the charity’s first ever Director of Fundraising and Engagement, building on strong foundations to strategically lead the next phases of growth and development by driving sustainable income growth, diversifying funding, and raising their organisational profile.

This is a rare opportunity to shape a function from modest beginnings, while delivering immediate impact in a highly mission-driven organisation.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will lead the development and delivery of a joined-up fundraising, engagement and communications strategy aligned to the organisational strategy and ambitions for growth.

Current fundraised income is c.£950k (weighted towards trusts and major donors) and the Director of Fundraising & Engagement will play a key role in shaping how the charity diversifies into new income streams while strengthening existing relationships.

This is a hands-on leadership role: you’ll combine strategic vision with operational delivery – from securing high-value gifts and building trustee-supported networks, to refining cases for support and overseeing campaigns.

We’re looking for a strategic, confident and adaptable leader who thrives in growing organisations and enjoys building as they go.

As Director of Fundraising & Engagement you will:

• Develop and deliver a clear fundraising strategy focused on growth, diversification and sustainability 
• Lead an integrated engagement and communications approach to increase visibility and influence 
• Personally manage and grow relationships with major donors, trusts and strategic partners 
• Unlock and maximise trustee and senior stakeholder networks 
• Identify and build new income pipelines (e.g. corporate, community, unrestricted funding) 
• Lead impactful campaigns, events and communications outputs 
• Embed systems, processes and a culture of fundraising across the organisation

You will bring:

• A strong track record of senior fundraising leadership
• Experience driving income growth and diversification strategies, with personal expertise weighted to trusts and/or major donor fundraising
• Confidence working both strategically and operationally 
• Exceptional relationship-building skills, including engaging trustees and high-level networks
• Strong judgement, emotional intelligence and the ability to influence and bring people with you
• Financial confidence, including forecasting income and advising on growth ambitions

Please get in touch as soon as possible to express an initial interest, the deadline for applications (CV and cover letter) is Thursday 2nd July, with 1st stage interviews commencing on 9th and 10th July.  

Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.