We have big ambition, and our organisation strategy reflects this. As Senior Trust Fundraising Manager, your role will focus on securing five- and six-figure gifts from grant-giving trusts and foundations. You will provide exceptional stewardship to those trusts with whom we have existing relationships, whilst researching and cultivating new prospects to maximise income, value, and influence for T click apply for full job details
Jan 30, 2026
Full time
We have big ambition, and our organisation strategy reflects this. As Senior Trust Fundraising Manager, your role will focus on securing five- and six-figure gifts from grant-giving trusts and foundations. You will provide exceptional stewardship to those trusts with whom we have existing relationships, whilst researching and cultivating new prospects to maximise income, value, and influence for T click apply for full job details
We have big ambition, and our organisation strategy reflects this. As Senior Trust Fundraising Manager, your role will focus on securing five- and six-figure gifts from grant-giving trusts and foundations. You will provide exceptional stewardship to those trusts with whom we have existing relationships, whilst researching and cultivating new prospects to maximise income, value, and influence for The Children s Trust. This role will be key in enabling us to strengthen long term financial sustainability, through multi-year funding relationships and to drive restricted and unrestricted income to realise the strategy for 2030. WHEN APPLYING PLEASE INCLUDE A COVERING LETTER This role is not open for sponsorship. Skills and Responsibilities To develop relationships to secure gifts and grants from Corporate Foundations, Trusts and statutory grant makers to achieve income targets. Responsibilities include: Prospect Research: Identify and develop a pipeline of opportunities from grant-giving trusts and foundations. Use internal database, online resources, desk research, and contact mapping to identify new funder opportunities. Review trusts and foundations funding criteria to grow the prospect pipeline. Develop a thorough understanding of our work and future developments to identify new funding opportunities. Submitting grant applications: Create compelling and persuasive funding appeals. Complete grant application forms and follow application processes as required. Work closely with colleagues across the Directorate and the wider charity to articulate our work and build strong funding propositions. Leadership & Relationship Management: Lead and manage the Trusts and Philanthropy Executive by developing skills, conducting appraisals and overseeing ongoing development. Lead & steward a portfolio of existing charitable trusts and foundations, and cultivate new potential donors, ensuring their support is recognised and celebrated. Ensure funders are thanked promptly and that grant terms and conditions are applied. Provide progress reports and manage all formal reporting requirements on time. Build relationships in person, by phone, email, or virtual meetings to secure long-term commitment. Identify opportunities for funders to meet key staff and attend events and site visits that strengthen their relationship with the charity. Implement the High Value Donor Stewardship Plan. Take a proactive role in developing assets such as appeals and cultivation events. Work with colleagues across the charity to monitor and evaluate funded projects, producing reports that demonstrate impact. Administration and Reporting: Manage trust prospects and donors on the CRM database, ensuring records are accurate and compliant with fundraising regulations. Budget management, cost control forecasting and taking corrective action to achieve budgets. Use the CRM database to manage task actions , prioritise and evaluate opportunities, and record funder interactions. Manage and develop a portfolio of high value relationships. Liaise with colleagues to ensure grant applications are coordinated across the organisation. Education & Qualifications: Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Experience: Significant experience and track record in trust fundraising. Experience of writing compelling proposals and appeals. Proven experience of working as part of a team to deliver ambitious income targets. Experience in undertaking prospect research and creating a pipeline of prospects through to cultivation, ask and stewardship. Experience of securing and managing statutory funding desirable. Demonstrable experience of using fundraising or relationship management databases. Skills & Abilities: Exceptional skills with excellent attention to detail and proof-reading ability Excellent research skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills whether on the phone, virtually, in person or in writing Excellent relationship building skills. Professional, positive, and committed Results focussed with strong analytical skill. Adaptable and flexible, tenacious, and persuasive Financially astute, with the ability to understand project budgets and read the accounts of grant giving trusts.
Jan 29, 2026
Full time
We have big ambition, and our organisation strategy reflects this. As Senior Trust Fundraising Manager, your role will focus on securing five- and six-figure gifts from grant-giving trusts and foundations. You will provide exceptional stewardship to those trusts with whom we have existing relationships, whilst researching and cultivating new prospects to maximise income, value, and influence for The Children s Trust. This role will be key in enabling us to strengthen long term financial sustainability, through multi-year funding relationships and to drive restricted and unrestricted income to realise the strategy for 2030. WHEN APPLYING PLEASE INCLUDE A COVERING LETTER This role is not open for sponsorship. Skills and Responsibilities To develop relationships to secure gifts and grants from Corporate Foundations, Trusts and statutory grant makers to achieve income targets. Responsibilities include: Prospect Research: Identify and develop a pipeline of opportunities from grant-giving trusts and foundations. Use internal database, online resources, desk research, and contact mapping to identify new funder opportunities. Review trusts and foundations funding criteria to grow the prospect pipeline. Develop a thorough understanding of our work and future developments to identify new funding opportunities. Submitting grant applications: Create compelling and persuasive funding appeals. Complete grant application forms and follow application processes as required. Work closely with colleagues across the Directorate and the wider charity to articulate our work and build strong funding propositions. Leadership & Relationship Management: Lead and manage the Trusts and Philanthropy Executive by developing skills, conducting appraisals and overseeing ongoing development. Lead & steward a portfolio of existing charitable trusts and foundations, and cultivate new potential donors, ensuring their support is recognised and celebrated. Ensure funders are thanked promptly and that grant terms and conditions are applied. Provide progress reports and manage all formal reporting requirements on time. Build relationships in person, by phone, email, or virtual meetings to secure long-term commitment. Identify opportunities for funders to meet key staff and attend events and site visits that strengthen their relationship with the charity. Implement the High Value Donor Stewardship Plan. Take a proactive role in developing assets such as appeals and cultivation events. Work with colleagues across the charity to monitor and evaluate funded projects, producing reports that demonstrate impact. Administration and Reporting: Manage trust prospects and donors on the CRM database, ensuring records are accurate and compliant with fundraising regulations. Budget management, cost control forecasting and taking corrective action to achieve budgets. Use the CRM database to manage task actions , prioritise and evaluate opportunities, and record funder interactions. Manage and develop a portfolio of high value relationships. Liaise with colleagues to ensure grant applications are coordinated across the organisation. Education & Qualifications: Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Experience: Significant experience and track record in trust fundraising. Experience of writing compelling proposals and appeals. Proven experience of working as part of a team to deliver ambitious income targets. Experience in undertaking prospect research and creating a pipeline of prospects through to cultivation, ask and stewardship. Experience of securing and managing statutory funding desirable. Demonstrable experience of using fundraising or relationship management databases. Skills & Abilities: Exceptional skills with excellent attention to detail and proof-reading ability Excellent research skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills whether on the phone, virtually, in person or in writing Excellent relationship building skills. Professional, positive, and committed Results focussed with strong analytical skill. Adaptable and flexible, tenacious, and persuasive Financially astute, with the ability to understand project budgets and read the accounts of grant giving trusts.
The Head of Clinical Governance will lead and enhance the organisation s commitment to delivering high-quality, safe care for children. This role is pivotal in overseeing clinical governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing clinical risks, and implementing quality improvement initiatives. The postholder will work collaboratively across teams to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement, aligning with The Children s Trust s strategic objectives. Whilst the post directly reports to the Director of Nursing and Quality, the remit of the role spans the whole organisation and works across all clinical directorates. Interview date: to be confirmed This role is not open for sponsorship. Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Governance Develop and maintain an effective clinical governance framework that supports safe and high-quality care. Facilitate regular clinical governance meetings to discuss performance, incidents, and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure that clinical pathways and practices are aligned with best practice guidelines and evidence-based standards. Patient Safety Lead initiatives to enhance patient safety across all services, promoting a culture of transparency and reporting. Implement and maintain the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF), ensuring that learning from incidents is captured and shared. Monitor and report on patient safety metrics, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring appropriate action plans are developed. Clinical Risk Management Identify, assess, and manage clinical risks within the organisation, ensuring effective risk mitigation strategies are in place. Conduct regular reviews of incident reports and risk assessments to inform organisational learning and development. Oversee the management of serious incidents, ensuring thorough investigations and appropriate follow-up actions are completed. Quality Improvement Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and experiences. Lead quality impact assessments for new initiatives or changes in practice, evaluating potential risks and benefits and manage the organisational governance in relation to these. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement. Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and guidelines, including CQC regulations and national safety frameworks. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of regulatory changes and ensure organisational policies and practices reflect these updates. Coordinate and draft the annual organisation quality account. Clinical Audit Design and implement a comprehensive clinical audit program that evaluates the quality of care and compliance with clinical standards. Analyse audit findings to identify trends and areas for improvement, facilitating the development of action plans. Incident Management Oversee the incident management process, ensuring that incidents are reported, investigated, and learned from effectively. Develop strategies to communicate learning from incidents across the organisation to promote a culture of safety. Professional Standards Promote adherence to professional standards and best practices among clinical staff, ensuring high levels of accountability and professionalism. Monitor compliance with organisational policies and procedures, implementing corrective actions as needed. Policies and Procedures Develop, review, and update clinical policies and procedures to ensure they align with current best practices and regulatory requirements. Ensure all staff are trained and knowledgeable about relevant policies and procedures. Medical Records Ensure that medical records are maintained accurately and confidentially, supporting patient safety and care continuity. Medicines Management Line manage the lead pharmacist and wider pharmacy team Oversee medicines management processes, ensuring compliance with best practices and safe medication administration. Complaints and Patient Experience Manage the complaints process, ensuring that concerns are addressed promptly and appropriately, and lessons learned are disseminated. Work to enhance patient experience through feedback mechanisms, ensuring that patient voices are heard and acted upon. General Undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation may reasonably require from time to time. Act as a critical member of the Nursing and Care senior leadership team. Health and Safety Adhere to all Health and Safety guidelines, principles and regulations required to perform your role and comply with The Children s Trust policies and procedures. Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems. Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary. Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience. Remains organised and focused when under pressure. Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback. Motivates self and other. Education & Qualifications: Active NMC membership Educated to Masters degree level in a relevant area (or relevant experience), and / or with relevant post graduate teaching or leadership qualifications. Experience: Evidence of significant operational leadership experience at AfC band 8a equivalent or above Experience working with children with learning disability Experience of working within quality and clinical governance dedicated roles Experience within training/education/practice-based education and presenting effectively to a variety of audiences Experience managing significant budgets Experience writing business cases for service proposals Experience of effective partnership working with internal and external stakeholders Management of change Skills & Abilities: Dynamic, passionate, open, participative, and supportive leadership style Strong influencing skills Ability to develop and deliver innovative training programmes Clinically credible in own area of practice Able to deliver a multi-faceted service balancing the capacity of each area to meet service needs and priorities. Effective communicator Knowledge: Strong understanding of: Health care educational framework and of developing training strategies Clinical and operational audit data and analysis/presentation methodology Multidisciplinary team working Care of children with learning disabilities Safeguarding Quality improvement programmes and methodologies Personal Qualities: Commitment to the vision and values of The Children s Trust. Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload. Highly motivated and reliable. Ability to cope working in a demanding environment. Commitment to maintaining personal wellbeing and the wellbeing of colleagues. About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits on our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check . click apply for full job details
Jan 27, 2026
Full time
The Head of Clinical Governance will lead and enhance the organisation s commitment to delivering high-quality, safe care for children. This role is pivotal in overseeing clinical governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing clinical risks, and implementing quality improvement initiatives. The postholder will work collaboratively across teams to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement, aligning with The Children s Trust s strategic objectives. Whilst the post directly reports to the Director of Nursing and Quality, the remit of the role spans the whole organisation and works across all clinical directorates. Interview date: to be confirmed This role is not open for sponsorship. Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Governance Develop and maintain an effective clinical governance framework that supports safe and high-quality care. Facilitate regular clinical governance meetings to discuss performance, incidents, and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure that clinical pathways and practices are aligned with best practice guidelines and evidence-based standards. Patient Safety Lead initiatives to enhance patient safety across all services, promoting a culture of transparency and reporting. Implement and maintain the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF), ensuring that learning from incidents is captured and shared. Monitor and report on patient safety metrics, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring appropriate action plans are developed. Clinical Risk Management Identify, assess, and manage clinical risks within the organisation, ensuring effective risk mitigation strategies are in place. Conduct regular reviews of incident reports and risk assessments to inform organisational learning and development. Oversee the management of serious incidents, ensuring thorough investigations and appropriate follow-up actions are completed. Quality Improvement Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and experiences. Lead quality impact assessments for new initiatives or changes in practice, evaluating potential risks and benefits and manage the organisational governance in relation to these. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement. Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and guidelines, including CQC regulations and national safety frameworks. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of regulatory changes and ensure organisational policies and practices reflect these updates. Coordinate and draft the annual organisation quality account. Clinical Audit Design and implement a comprehensive clinical audit program that evaluates the quality of care and compliance with clinical standards. Analyse audit findings to identify trends and areas for improvement, facilitating the development of action plans. Incident Management Oversee the incident management process, ensuring that incidents are reported, investigated, and learned from effectively. Develop strategies to communicate learning from incidents across the organisation to promote a culture of safety. Professional Standards Promote adherence to professional standards and best practices among clinical staff, ensuring high levels of accountability and professionalism. Monitor compliance with organisational policies and procedures, implementing corrective actions as needed. Policies and Procedures Develop, review, and update clinical policies and procedures to ensure they align with current best practices and regulatory requirements. Ensure all staff are trained and knowledgeable about relevant policies and procedures. Medical Records Ensure that medical records are maintained accurately and confidentially, supporting patient safety and care continuity. Medicines Management Line manage the lead pharmacist and wider pharmacy team Oversee medicines management processes, ensuring compliance with best practices and safe medication administration. Complaints and Patient Experience Manage the complaints process, ensuring that concerns are addressed promptly and appropriately, and lessons learned are disseminated. Work to enhance patient experience through feedback mechanisms, ensuring that patient voices are heard and acted upon. General Undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation may reasonably require from time to time. Act as a critical member of the Nursing and Care senior leadership team. Health and Safety Adhere to all Health and Safety guidelines, principles and regulations required to perform your role and comply with The Children s Trust policies and procedures. Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems. Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary. Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience. Remains organised and focused when under pressure. Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback. Motivates self and other. Education & Qualifications: Active NMC membership Educated to Masters degree level in a relevant area (or relevant experience), and / or with relevant post graduate teaching or leadership qualifications. Experience: Evidence of significant operational leadership experience at AfC band 8a equivalent or above Experience working with children with learning disability Experience of working within quality and clinical governance dedicated roles Experience within training/education/practice-based education and presenting effectively to a variety of audiences Experience managing significant budgets Experience writing business cases for service proposals Experience of effective partnership working with internal and external stakeholders Management of change Skills & Abilities: Dynamic, passionate, open, participative, and supportive leadership style Strong influencing skills Ability to develop and deliver innovative training programmes Clinically credible in own area of practice Able to deliver a multi-faceted service balancing the capacity of each area to meet service needs and priorities. Effective communicator Knowledge: Strong understanding of: Health care educational framework and of developing training strategies Clinical and operational audit data and analysis/presentation methodology Multidisciplinary team working Care of children with learning disabilities Safeguarding Quality improvement programmes and methodologies Personal Qualities: Commitment to the vision and values of The Children s Trust. Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload. Highly motivated and reliable. Ability to cope working in a demanding environment. Commitment to maintaining personal wellbeing and the wellbeing of colleagues. About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits on our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check . click apply for full job details
The Talent Set are proud to be partnering with The Children s Trust in their search for a Senior Trust Fundraising Manager. The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with brain injury and neurodisability. Based at their 24-acre specialist centre in Tadworth, they provide national neurorehabilitation, medical care, and special education. Every year, 40,000 children in the UK sustain a brain injury; currently, they can only reach one in four of those needing severe rehabilitation. They are on a mission to expand their impact and reach through their. 2030 strategy. The Senior Trust Fundraising Manager is an important role for the charity, managing existing income from trusts and expanding income from new donors. Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the Head of High Value Philanthropy, you will lead a team to secure five- and six-figure gifts from grant-giving trusts and foundations Build and manage a robust pipeline of prospects through proactive research and intelligent cultivation Write persuasive funding appeals and build strong propositions by collaborating with teams across the charity Line-manage and develop the Trusts & Philanthropy Executive, fostering a high-performing, motivated team culture Champion and create best practice in stewardship to then implement a stewardship plan Work collaboratively with colleagues across high value, a small but effective team Person Specification: A strong track record of securing trust and foundation income worth at least 5 figures, and successful management of a high-value portfolio Experience in prospect research and building pipelines from identification to stewardship Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to engage a range of stakeholders both internally and externally Strong strategic planning and organisational skills. Ability to produce persuasive written materials and reports. A collaborative, adaptable approach with high attention to detail. Capacity to work independently and as part of a team to achieve targets. What s on Offer Salary: £45,829 Location : Tadworth, Surrey (Hybrid: 60% onsite / 40% remote) Part-time working considering Interview dates First stage interviews via Teams on the 19th and 20th February Second stage interviews in person on the 26th February. How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. 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. Part-time working considering Interview dates First stage interviews via Teams on the 19th and 20th February Second stage interviews in person on the 26th February. How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. 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.
Jan 23, 2026
Full time
The Talent Set are proud to be partnering with The Children s Trust in their search for a Senior Trust Fundraising Manager. The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with brain injury and neurodisability. Based at their 24-acre specialist centre in Tadworth, they provide national neurorehabilitation, medical care, and special education. Every year, 40,000 children in the UK sustain a brain injury; currently, they can only reach one in four of those needing severe rehabilitation. They are on a mission to expand their impact and reach through their. 2030 strategy. The Senior Trust Fundraising Manager is an important role for the charity, managing existing income from trusts and expanding income from new donors. Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the Head of High Value Philanthropy, you will lead a team to secure five- and six-figure gifts from grant-giving trusts and foundations Build and manage a robust pipeline of prospects through proactive research and intelligent cultivation Write persuasive funding appeals and build strong propositions by collaborating with teams across the charity Line-manage and develop the Trusts & Philanthropy Executive, fostering a high-performing, motivated team culture Champion and create best practice in stewardship to then implement a stewardship plan Work collaboratively with colleagues across high value, a small but effective team Person Specification: A strong track record of securing trust and foundation income worth at least 5 figures, and successful management of a high-value portfolio Experience in prospect research and building pipelines from identification to stewardship Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to engage a range of stakeholders both internally and externally Strong strategic planning and organisational skills. Ability to produce persuasive written materials and reports. A collaborative, adaptable approach with high attention to detail. Capacity to work independently and as part of a team to achieve targets. What s on Offer Salary: £45,829 Location : Tadworth, Surrey (Hybrid: 60% onsite / 40% remote) Part-time working considering Interview dates First stage interviews via Teams on the 19th and 20th February Second stage interviews in person on the 26th February. How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. 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. Part-time working considering Interview dates First stage interviews via Teams on the 19th and 20th February Second stage interviews in person on the 26th February. How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. 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.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Engineer to join our Estates Team. In your role as the Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer will deliver an effective integrated maintenance service, aligned with HSE, Inspection Prevention Control, legislative requirements, CQC and Ofsted standards. Role Requirements Reporting to the Senior Engineer the Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer will deliver an effective integrated maintenance service, aligned with HSE, Inspection Prevention Control, legislative requirements, CQC and Ofsted standards. As part of the organization s maintenance function, the Maintenance Engineer will provide planned maintenance, reactive maintenance, inspections, testing, building alteration and refurbishment works. They will also be required to provide technical and professional advice as necessary to ensure that all work is carried out efficiently, to the required quality standard, on time, within budget constraints and in accordance with legal and statutory requirements. These services will be provided at the Tadworth site and retail units in a shift pattern covering 7 days a week Inspect, fault find, carry out repairs to all buildings and building services across the estate. Be flexible adapting to a changing work environment and needs reassessing work methods and responding to urgent requests. Undertake required planned preventative maintenance assigned to you. Complete assigned tests and inspections. Help review, develop, work to policies and procedures. Inspect and replenish fixed oxygen system as required and trained. Receive, raise, acknowledge, update progress and close jobs on the CAFM system via provided tablet. Help review, determine and work to service level agreements. Review and follow plans, specifications, and instructions to ensure accurate and safe completion of work. Review inspections reports and determine remedial work requirements. Assess and identify required materials, tools, and equipment for completion of tasks. Liaise with the helpdesk for ordering of required materials and to maintain agreed stock levels. Support and update the Project Manager on agreed project works undertaken inhouse. Assess and complete condition reports as required. Communicate with staff as required providing updates on works and to ensure any disruption to normal activates are managed and agreed. Escort and supervise Sub-Contractors as required in line with policy. Deputise as instructed by the Head of Estates or the Senior Engineer. Undertake general estate duties extending to but not limited to; gritting, litter picking, emptying bins and jet washing. To undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation reasonably requires from time to time. Interview Date: TBC Terms and Conditions About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including, Zest; our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Engineer to join our Estates Team. In your role as the Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer will deliver an effective integrated maintenance service, aligned with HSE, Inspection Prevention Control, legislative requirements, CQC and Ofsted standards. Role Requirements Reporting to the Senior Engineer the Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer will deliver an effective integrated maintenance service, aligned with HSE, Inspection Prevention Control, legislative requirements, CQC and Ofsted standards. As part of the organization s maintenance function, the Maintenance Engineer will provide planned maintenance, reactive maintenance, inspections, testing, building alteration and refurbishment works. They will also be required to provide technical and professional advice as necessary to ensure that all work is carried out efficiently, to the required quality standard, on time, within budget constraints and in accordance with legal and statutory requirements. These services will be provided at the Tadworth site and retail units in a shift pattern covering 7 days a week Inspect, fault find, carry out repairs to all buildings and building services across the estate. Be flexible adapting to a changing work environment and needs reassessing work methods and responding to urgent requests. Undertake required planned preventative maintenance assigned to you. Complete assigned tests and inspections. Help review, develop, work to policies and procedures. Inspect and replenish fixed oxygen system as required and trained. Receive, raise, acknowledge, update progress and close jobs on the CAFM system via provided tablet. Help review, determine and work to service level agreements. Review and follow plans, specifications, and instructions to ensure accurate and safe completion of work. Review inspections reports and determine remedial work requirements. Assess and identify required materials, tools, and equipment for completion of tasks. Liaise with the helpdesk for ordering of required materials and to maintain agreed stock levels. Support and update the Project Manager on agreed project works undertaken inhouse. Assess and complete condition reports as required. Communicate with staff as required providing updates on works and to ensure any disruption to normal activates are managed and agreed. Escort and supervise Sub-Contractors as required in line with policy. Deputise as instructed by the Head of Estates or the Senior Engineer. Undertake general estate duties extending to but not limited to; gritting, litter picking, emptying bins and jet washing. To undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation reasonably requires from time to time. Interview Date: TBC Terms and Conditions About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including, Zest; our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
