SAMARITANS

At Samaritans, our vision is that fewer people die by suicide. Every day, our volunteers and staff provide life-saving emotional support to people in distress, and behind that work is a culture built on compassion, inclusion, learning and human connection. We are looking for a Senior Community Fundraiser Scotland to help grow income, strengthen supporter relationships and unlock the power of community fundraising across Scotland. This is an exciting senior role within our Community and Events team, working closely with colleagues and volunteers across our Scottish network. You will develop fundraising opportunities that reflect Scotland s distinctive communities and supporter landscape; while helping volunteers, branches and supporters play their part in our life-saving work. Contract £42,000 (FTE) per annum plus benefits Full Time (35hrs per week) Fixed Term (18 months) Hybrid working - Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. This role is linked to our Edinburgh office with a blend of home and office working and occasional travel to our central office based in Surrey. In-person working: Minimum of 1 office day each week in the Edinburgh office, normally Wednesdays. We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences. About the role The role will be line managed within the Community and Events team, while working closely with the Scotland office to shape and deliver fundraising growth across the nation. This role will also require occasional travel to our central office in Surrey Ewell or our London Hub office on Leadenhall Street What you ll do Grow community fundraising income in Scotland Lead the day-to-day delivery of community fundraising activity across Scotland. Identify, develop and manage a strong pipeline of supporters and fundraising opportunities. Manage income budgets of around £200k or more and contribute to forecasting, reporting and performance analysis. Build strong supporter and volunteer relationships Build and steward relationships with volunteers, branches, individuals, community groups and corporate partners. Champion excellent supporter journeys that attract new supporters and deepen existing relationships. Support volunteers and branches to reach their fundraising potential. Work across Samaritans Support the development and delivery of the Community and Events fundraising strategy and operational plans. Develop networks across Scotland to raise Samaritans profile and unlock new opportunities. Work across the organisation to embed a One Samaritans approach to fundraising and engagement. Ensure activity complies with charity law, fundraising regulation and data protection requirements About you You re an experienced community fundraiser who thrives on building relationships and making things happen. You enjoy working collaboratively, influencing stakeholders and supporting volunteers to succeed. You ll be confident working at both strategic and operational levels, balancing planning and delivery while keeping supporters and volunteers at the heart of everything you do. What you will bring: Significant experience in community fundraising with a strong understanding of fundraising operations Proven ability to manage an income portfolio of £200k+ and work to financial targets Excellent relationship building, stakeholder management and influencing skills Experience of working with and supporting volunteers Strong understanding of charity legislation and fundraising best practice Experience of working cross departmentally and collaboratively A genuine commitment to Samaritans mission, values and equity, diversity and inclusion principles Experience of project management, coaching or mentoring, and managing change would be an advantage, as would knowledge of the Scottish fundraising environment. Full outline in the Job description file below. Criminal record check (PVG) We take safeguarding seriously at Samaritans and follow safe recruitment practices. As this role has direct contact with children and adults at risk, this role will require a PVG (Adults and Children) check. At offer stage, as part of the conditional job offer, we will require the candidate to disclose in full, spent and unspent convictions by completing a declaration form. The declaration form will only be seen by those who need to see it as part of the recruitment process. Why Samaritans? At Samaritans, people matter deeply. We know that meaningful impact starts with how we support each other. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and flexible workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity of thought, background and lived experience, and we actively encourage applications from people from all communities. Every person at Samaritans plays a role in helping fewer people die by suicide. If you are motivated by purpose, compassion and the opportunity to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you. 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. 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. To Apply Please submit your CV and include a cover letter (max 2 pages) evidencing expertise and experience you have to do this role. Please consider areas such as: Community fundraising leadership Stakeholder and volunteer engagement Strategic delivery and ways of working At Samaritans, human connection is at the heart of everything we do. We do not use AI at any stage during the selection process. Your application will always be carefully reviewed by the recruiting manager or a member of the Talent Attraction Team. We kindly ask that you avoid using AI tools to generate your application or interview answers. We want to hear your own ideas, insights, and writing style so your unique strengths can shine through. We recognise that some candidates may use assistive technology or tools to help with accessibility, structure or grammar. Applications close at 9am Monday 1st June Interviews All applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their application, at the appropriate time. 1st stage interviews (online) will be held on 9th & 11th June 2nd interviews (face to face in Edinburgh office) will be held on 18th June.

Be part of a life-saving mission. We re looking for a compassionate and strategic individual to join our Rail Team as the Regional Development Lead (RDL) for the East Midlands & Anglia routes. This is a pivotal role, responsible for building strong, collaborative relationships across the rail industry and leading on local delivery of Samaritans suicide prevention activities within the region. As RDL, you will work closely with industry partners such as Network Rail, train operating companies (TOCs), and the British Transport Police, to drive forward meaningful change and support those impacted by suicide. From developing Joint Suicide Prevention Plans (JSPPs) to representing Samaritans at regional meetings and organising post-incident support, your work will help save lives and support communities. Contract: Fixed Term - 12 months maternity cover (until June 2027) £32,850 per annum plus benefits Full time (35 hours per week) We are passionate about flexible working, please talk to us about your preferences Hybrid working: A blend of working from home and from regional rail offices. Significant travel throughout the Route. The successful candidate should live within or adjacent to the route. Do get in touch with any queries about location prior to applying. About the Role: You ll represent Samaritans Rail Programme at a regional and local level, attending regular suicide prevention meetings and providing guidance and support both within and external to the rail industry, focusing on industry specific priorities. What you ll do: Act as a central point of contact for rail contacts, sharing information on national campaigns, internal communications, crisis signage, policy, and research. Manage regional suicide prevention activities, collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver impactful results. Lead community activities and post-incident support, ensuring local applicability of national guidelines and strategies. Promote responsible and ethical language around suicide and foster a culture change within the rail industry. What you ll bring: Strong project management skills with the ability to lead initiatives from start to finish. Experience in relationship management, with the ability to influence and collaborate with multiple stakeholders. Excellent communication skills to convey complex information clearly and accurately. A proactive, problem-solving approach with a strong sense of empathy and emotional intelligence. Full outline in the Job description file below Why Samaritans? At Samaritans, people matter deeply. We know that meaningful impact starts with how we support each other. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and flexible workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity of thought, background and lived experience, and we actively encourage applications from people from all communities. Every person at Samaritans plays a role in helping fewer people die by suicide. If you are motivated by purpose, compassion and the opportunity to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you. 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. 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. To apply If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You will be asked to upload your CV and cover letter. Please make sure to demonstrate in your cover letter how you meet the essential criteria. We kindly ask that you don t rely on AI tools for your application answers, cover letter or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths. Applications close on 26th May at 9am Video interviews taking place over w/c 1st June. Apply now and help us continue to be there for people when it matters most.

At Samaritans, our vision is that fewer people die by suicide. Every day, our volunteers and staff provide life-saving emotional support to people in distress, and behind that work is a culture built on compassion, inclusion, learning and human connection. Samaritans is seeking an experienced and ambitious Trust and Grants Manager to lead and grow a vital income stream supporting our life saving work. Reporting to the Head of Trusts and Statutory Income, you ll play a central role in delivering an ambitious Trusts programme raising over £2 million annually , while inspiring and leading a talented team. Contract £40,000-£45,000 per annum plus benefits Full Time (35hrs per week) Permanent Hybrid working - Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. This role is linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office with a blend of home working and option to work out of our London office as required. In-person working - expectation of a minimum of 1 office day each week on Tuesdays in Ewell. We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences About the role As Trust and Grants Manager, you ll be responsible for developing and delivering our Trust Fundraising Strategy, ensuring strong performance, excellent funder stewardship and long term growth. You ll manage high value relationships, lead strategy and planning, and provide inspiring line management to Trust fundraising colleagues. Working closely with colleagues across Income Generation, Business Development and operational teams, you ll ensure Samaritans work is communicated compellingly to Trust and Statutory funders, grounded in evidence, insight and lived experience. What you ll do Lead the development and delivery of the Trust Funding Strategy, with clear KPIs, work plans and performance analysis Oversee a Trusts programme raising over £2m per year , with responsibility for future growth Personally manage a portfolio of high value Trust relationships, delivering £600k £700k annual income Shape and deliver donor cultivation and stewardship approaches that create inspiring funder experiences Line manage and develop Trust fundraising staff, supporting performance, wellbeing and professional growth Produce compelling, high quality funding applications, cases for support and reports on Samaritans programmes and projects Lead prospect research and pipeline development, identifying new large Trust opportunities Work collaboratively with colleagues across Samaritans to ensure strong alignment with organisational priorities Contribute to senior leadership discussions, team planning, away days and cross departmental initiatives Embed learning, insight and sector best practice into team ways of working About you You re an experienced Trust fundraiser with a strong track record of securing six figure grants and building effective relationships with major Trusts and Foundations. You combine strategic thinking with attention to detail, and you re motivated by making a meaningful social impact. You enjoy leading and developing others, thrive in collaborative environments, and are confident working with data, budgets and complex funding requirements. Above all, you re committed to Samaritans vision of fewer people dying by suicide, and to working inclusively, ethically and with compassion. What you will bring: Proven success in securing six figure Trust, Foundation, Lottery or public sector funding Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including persuasive storytelling Strong grant management, stewardship and donor care expertise Experience developing and managing fundraising strategies, plans and pipelines Confidence working with financial information, budgets and full cost recovery models Analytical skills and the ability to translate evidence into compelling funding cases Experience line managing or supporting the development of staff (desirable) A collaborative, curious and values driven approach to work Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, safeguarding and lived experience principles Full outline in the Job description below. Why Samaritans? At Samaritans, people matter deeply. We know that meaningful impact starts with how we support each other. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and flexible workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity of thought, background and lived experience, and we actively encourage applications from people from all communities. Every person at Samaritans plays a role in helping fewer people die by suicide. If you are motivated by purpose, compassion and the opportunity to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you. 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. 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. To Apply Please complete the application questions including those outlined below, and submit your CV. Please note the following questions have a 300-word limit for each answer. Q1 What interests you about Samaritans and our work? What do you think might make Samaritans compelling to Trust Funders? Q2 Tell us about your demonstrable experience securing six figure Trust or Statutory grants. What approaches did you use to build your pipeline, cultivate funders and secure large or multiyear grants? Q3 This role requires strong project leadership, cross organisational collaboration and stakeholder management. Can you share an example of how you have led a large programme application, and what your approach to collaboration and stakeholder management was in delivering a successful outcome? We kindly ask that you don t rely on AI tools for your application answers, or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths. Applications close at midnight on Monday 25 May Interviews All applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their application, at the appropriate time. 1st stage interviews will be online: w/c 1 June 2nd stage interviews will be held in person in our Surrey office (KT17 2AF). Date TBC.

Join Samaritans and help shape the digital experience that supports millions. We re looking for a Website Manager to lead the development and delivery of Samaritans websites, ensuring they are engaging, accessible, and impactful. This is a pivotal role in our Brand, Content and Digital Engagement team, where you ll lead on digital excellence and work with external partners to grow our reach and improve user journeys. Contract £40,000 - £42,000 per annum plus benefits Full Time (35hrs per week) Permanent Hybrid Linked to Ewell (Surrey) office with flexibility to work from home We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences What you ll do Lead and develop a high-performing Web team Oversee website content strategy and functionality improvements Manage digital aspects of major campaigns and projects Own and optimise our digital ecosystem, including third-party platforms Drive SEO, PPC and content opportunities to increase reach and conversions Champion digital best practice and support internal teams to upskill Use data and analytics to inform decisions and improve performance What you ll bring Strong editorial judgement and digital marketing expertise Experience managing web development and content workflows (Agile experience desirable) Proficiency with CMS platforms (Wagtail experience a plus) Proven leadership and team management skills A data-driven mindset and understanding of user experience principles Knowledge of digital legislation, standards and trends Excellent communication skills and emotional resilience See the full job description and person specification for further information. Why Samaritans? 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. For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available here. You can also visit our careers website to access this. 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. Apply now If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You ll be asked to upload your CV and cover letter. Please ensure your cover letter details how you meet the essential skills and experience. We kindly ask that you don t rely on AI tools for your application answers, or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths. Applications close: 20th October 2025 at 09:00am Interviews: w/c 3rd November 2025