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The Marches Academy Trust (MAT) was one of the earliest academy trusts established in the Shropshire area and has grown significantly over the past 14 years. The trust now comprises 18 schools: five secondary schools, twelve primary schools, and one 9-16 special school, serving a wide range of communities including small rural settings where schools play a vital role at the heart of local life. Four primary schools joined the trust most recently in December 2025, reflecting a period of rapid but carefully managed growth. The trust operates as a Mixed Multi Academy Trust, including both secular schools and Church of England schools, with formal links to the Diocese of Lichfield. The four most recent schools to join the trust are all Church of England schools. Representation from the Diocese sits on the Trust Board in line with the trust's Mixed MAT arrangements. Trustees are not expected to be practising members of the Church of England, but they are expected to uphold and champion the trust's vision and ethos: Achievement through caring and Inspiring potential. Marches Academy Trust has a strong track record of securing improvement. This is particularly evident at Woodlands School, the trust's 9-16 special school for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs. Previously judged inadequate prior to joining the trust, its most recent inspection (March 2024) confirmed significant improvement, with all areas judged good except the quality of education, which continues to improve. The provision is well supported by the local authority and serves pupils from both within and beyond the trust. Beyond its core educational provision, the trust delivers a range of central and traded services, including IT and aspects of SEND support, to schools outside the trust. It also operates its own Teaching School, supporting professional development across the region, and works closely with its linked charity, the 4 All Foundation, which provides community based activities such as sport and family learning through local hubs. The trust is financially well governed, having recently received a clean external audit. The audit report will be shared with the full board ahead of submission to Companies House. Governance arrangements are well established: the trust has nine trustees, supported by a dedicated Trust Governance Professional, and all schools operate with local governing boards under a clear scheme of delegation. An External Review of Governance was completed in 2023 and all recommendations have been fully implemented, with reviews commissioned on a three year cycle. The Trust are seeking to build board capacity and support succession planning, as some existing trustees approach the end of their terms of office. The trust is keen to appoint new trustees who can bring fresh perspective, robust challenge, and strategic insight as the trust continues to grow and expand its influence across the region. The Trust's Requirements: The Marches Academy Trust is seeking to appoint up to four new Trustees with one or more of the following areas of expertise. Trustees will work collectively to provide strategic oversight, constructive challenge, and support to the executive leadership team. Finance and Business: The trust is seeking trustees with strong finance or commercial experience. While formal accountancy qualifications are not essential, candidates should be confident reading and interpreting company accounts and providing challenge on strategic financial planning, budget monitoring, and value for money. Successful candidates are likely to have overseen annual budgets of at least £50m, ideally within a growing or complex organisation. Experience of supporting organisational growth, developing traded services, or operating within financial constraint would be particularly valuable. These trustees are likely to add capacity to the Finance & Operations Committee. Time Commitment and Meetings: Trustees are typically expected to commit 6-8 hours per month, including preparation and reading, which can be undertaken flexibly. The Trust Board meets six times per year (October, November, February, March, May and July), with an additional annual strategy meeting. Board meetings are usually held on Monday mornings, starting at 9.30am, and last approximately 90 minutes. The trust operates three core committees: Finance & Operations, Audit & Risk, and Education Standards, each meeting once per half term. Finance & Operations and Education Standards meetings are held on Mondays at 9.30am; Audit & Risk meetings follow from 11.00am to 12.00pm. Meetings are primarily face to face at the trust's headquarters at The Grange Primary School, Shrewsbury (SY1 3QR), though hybrid attendance is available where necessary. Trustees are expected to attend at least half of meetings in person. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well established, ambitious and values led trust with a strong local reputation and deep rooted partnerships across the region. As the trust continues to scale its impact, expand traded services, and explore further opportunities to support small schools and specialist provision, new trustees will play a critical role in shaping its future direction. Skills Finance Type of establishment: Multi academy trust What does the role include? As a trustee/director your key responsibilities are to ensure clarity of vision, ethos, and strategic direction; to hold executive leaders to account - both for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils and the effective and efficient performance management of staff; and to oversee the organisation's financial performance to ensure its funds are directed to the best possible educational outcomes for young people. By volunteering as a trustee/director you will be responsible for contributing to the strategic decision making of the board, helping the trust to realise immediate and long term goals, and ultimately ensuring transparency, accountability, and challenge. What are the benefits? Volunteering on an academy trust board is a meaningful way to shape young people's futures and strengthen education in your community. Trustees play a vital role in setting strategic direction and holding executive leaders to account - ensuring schools deliver the best outcomes. Alongside making a tangible impact, you'll gain valuable experience in senior level decision making. This is a great opportunity to support your career development, build a non executive portfolio, and give back to education. Further information: You can also find out more public information about the Trust on the Get Information About Schools Page Marches Academy Trust reference number is 3855. The following webpage also provides useful information and reading to any potential trustee: If you have any questions before applying, please contact our Trustee Recruitment Team on .

Job Description Hours per week: 37 Project Title: Crop Genebank Head of Service Expected/Ideal Start Date: 09 Feb 2026 Duration: Indefinite The Head of Service is the primary point of contact for both external and internal users of the seed collections. They triage seed requests submitted through the public database, advise on the most appropriate germplasm choices, and coordinate seed import and export to support JIC scientists. They also supervise cost recovery charges, maintain service documentation, curate germplasm associated data, and lead continuous improvement initiatives such as molecular barcoding, user training, SOP development, and data utilisation. Key Relationships Internal: Line manager, GR NBRI group members, and other researchers, support staff, and students across the Institute. External: Collaborators and germplasm users worldwide, including academic researchers, educators, breeders, depositors (e.g., NIAB, the British Association of Plant Breeders), and UK and international seed certification authorities. Also liaises with the Finance team. Main Activities & Responsibilities Certify conserved seeds with the Animal and Plant Health Agency and support phytosanitary certification. Maintain GRU operations track records and improve SOPs. Enhance service outputs, internal operations, and cost effectiveness. Serve as first point of contact for seed users, triaging requests through the public database. Oversee germplasm and data deposition from UK breeders and partners. Provide germplasm selection advice to external users and SOP guidance to new team members. Promote GRU reputation through conferences, exhibitions, visits, and engagement activities. Seek continuous excellence via feedback, learning, and development opportunities. Perform other duties as agreed with line manager, including committee participation. Manage GRU cost recovery mechanism with Finance support. Handle routine admin tasks (consumables, stocks). Support group operations, supervise visitors, and train staff in conservation practices. Design and supervise small R&D projects to improve GRU outputs. Education & Qualifications BSc or equivalent in biological sciences (plant sciences preferred). PhD or equivalent in crop sciences, or >5 years experience in crop gene banking. Qualification in seed conservation and global use. Desirable: MSc in crop sciences, plant breeding, genetics, genomics, or seed biology. Specialist Knowledge & Skills Understanding of crop germplasm utilisation. Experience in crop genomics and plant breeding environment. Knowledge of seed biology, molecular markers, and plant pathology. Supervision of students and visiting workers. Database and research environment experience. Scientific writing, technical presentations, and grant proposal preparation. Technical training delivery. Interpersonal & Communication Skills Excellent interpersonal and teamwork abilities. Independent, initiative driven problem solver. Strong time management and organisational skills. Excellent written and oral communication, including complex information presentation. Stakeholder collaboration and SOP adherence. Commitment to continuous improvement. Additional Requirements Promotes equality and values diversity. Positive representation of the Institute. Maintains confidentiality and information security. Willingness to work outside standard hours and undertake occasional travel. Attention to detail. About the John Innes Centre The John Innes Centre is an independent, international centre of excellence in plant and microbial genetics, established as a charitable organization. We conduct fundamental and strategic research, train scientists, and apply our findings for societal benefit. We are proud of our Athena SWAN Gold award and membership in Stonewall's Diversity Champions programme, and we guarantee interview opportunities to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Position Details Salary: £37,500 - £45,350 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience). Contract: Full time, indefinite. Location: John Innes Centre, Norwich, UK. Closing date: 1 February 2026. Reference: .

Overview In your role as Head of Service at HC-One, you'll value one thing above all. Kindness. It carries across every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist Care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our Residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. By joining HC-One you'll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people. As Head of Service that will mean helping to prepare and serve nutritious, healthy meals that our residents will love. Assisting and preparing the cakes for the morning tea trolley and the lunch time dessert/cakes. You'll demonstrate the highest standards in cleanliness, food safety and hygiene. And, whether you're maintaining food supplies and fridge/freezer temperatures, showing new starters how to use the equipment or scrubbing that last bit of spilled food from inside the oven, you'll always have resident wellbeing in mind above anything else. HC-One are looking for someone with kitchen experience. You must be aware of The Food Safety Act 1990, The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, RIDDOR and COSHH regulations. Great record keeping and organisational skills will be essential, as will the ability to follow recipes. And, whenever you communicate with a Resident or co-worker, you'll be truly considerate and kind. Well, after all, it's just in your nature. Subject to experience and qualifications. Responsibilities Prepare and serve nutritious meals and assist with morning tea and desserts. Maintain cleanliness, food safety and hygiene standards. Manage food supplies, fridge/freezer temperatures, and equipment use; support new starters. Qualifications Kitchen experience; knowledge of The Food Safety Act 1990, The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, RIDDOR and COSHH regulations. Strong record-keeping and organisational skills; ability to follow recipes; kind and considerate communication with Residents and colleagues. Benefits Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG Free uniform During a shift of eight hours or more a nutritious meal will be available Company pension scheme 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays Group life assurance cover Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications GP online - 24/7 GP consultations via an interactive app - available to you and your children under 16 An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team Colleague discounts - Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. 24/7 support for a whole range of issues Excellent recognition schemes such as 'Kindness in Care' and Long Service Awards An attractive refer a friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role We are committed to providing the quickest possible turnaround from the point of making you a job offer to you starting with us on day one.

Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited Methods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration from across the Methods Group, to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future. Position : Modern Workplace Engineer As an established expert in the industry the position provides a focal point in delivering enterprise scale infrastructure services to Methods BDT customers. The objective of the Modern Workplace Engineer is to create and implement technology solutions that will deliver against the customer's objectives and meet the company's requirements for increasing business through profitable and structured engagements in the required technology domains. Typically involved in the delivery of a project, the engineer will be responsible for delivery of the architecture and implementation of the solution. Essential skills Excellent presentation and communication (verbal and written) skills Self-starter with the ability to appropriately prioritise and plan complex work in a rapidly changing environment. Results oriented with ability to produce products that deliver organisational benefit. Proven ability to work collaboratively in projects and demonstrate the ability to undertake technical leadership Strong conceptual and analytical skills - demonstrating outside-the-box problem solving skills. Effective design and proposal documentation skills SC clearance or willingness to gain Microsoft Expert Level Exams and Certifications Subject Matter Expert Exams and Certifications Experience required Several years in a customer facing role, delivering and supporting technology solutions based on Microsoft technologies In Depth knowledge & experience of various Microsoft technologies with SME knowledge in agreed areas In Depth knowledge & experience of creating a technical design to deploy and implement without guidance In Depth understanding of Microsoft Cloud Platform including services, security, capabilities, technology, applications, IT Issues, best practice standards, methodologies and processes Lead on technical workshops & solutions across multiple technologies Commercial awareness to create proposals and draft responses to tenders Significant Pre-sales experience in discussing solution and technologies with customers Team player with experience leading and collaborating cross-team to ensure successful delivery of solutions. Experience of presenting technical solutions to customers and stakeholders Main Duties of the Job Involvement in initial customer engagements to articulate Methods BDT capabilities and help shape customer technical strategy and requirements. Own the technical solution required to meet a customer's specification, liaising proactively with colleagues and external partners, as necessary, to deliver technically elegant, feasible and commercially viable solutions. Construction of a cost model to support the implementation and ongoing delivery of the solution. Own and manage any risks associated with solution development and implementation. Undertake, where required, authorship and/or review of technical elements of proposal documentation Take the technical lead in the presentation of technical and commercial solutions to a customer, in collaboration with the sales team. Provide technical support in contract negotiations and development. Ensure effective handover of technical solution to delivery teams, in conjunction with the Programme Managers. Contribute to the development of Methods BDT technical solutions and capabilities, keeping abreast of industry developments and proposing innovation. Quality Assurance of Technical Solutions proposed and/or implemented by Technical Architects or Engineers, where required. Conceptualising and designing complex solutions, covering multiple sites, and including hosted Data Centre infrastructures. Perform presales activity in support of the Business Development, Solution Architecture and Sales teams. The role requires detailed design skills specific to the individual's technology specialisation, complemented by an architecture-level appreciation of all relevant complementary technologies. Initiate an ongoing, proactive approach, working alongside colleagues in developing and delivering service offerings based on industry best practice and new-to-market technologies. Understand and develop the opportunities within their customer accounts. Maintain a broad understanding across Microsoft technologies and be willing to complete training (including the passing of relevant exams and accreditations) in Microsoft technologies that are identified as pertinent to your role and to maintain and gain Methods BDT certifications and accreditations. Subject Matter Expert (SME) in agreed technologies in line with Methods BDT solutions and designs. Mentor and guide team to build and develop their skills to meet the requirements of Methods BDT and customers. Work with Management team to build repeatable, robust, policies, processes and approaches to enable consistent and best practices solution delivery. Provide support to Managed Services and Delivery Engineers as SME All other duties as required. This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview. Benefits Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy. By joining us you can expect Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society Strong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadership A supportive and collaborative environment Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme

Employment Type Full time 37.5 hours per week, with flexibility to reduce to 30 hpw if preferred Location Hybrid London, City of, UK London-based. Or UK-based with requirement to travel to London regularly Salary £56,919 pa, with flexibility to £58,776 pa if proven experience/ skills, +£3,358 London Weighting Seniority Senior Closing:11:59pm, 18th Feb 2026 GMT Perks and benefits Work from home option Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Additional parental leave Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Sabbatical Opportunities Mentoring/coaching Cycle to work scheme Free fruit Candidate happiness 8.29 (1641) Job Description Citizens UK is the UK's biggest, most diverse and most effective people-powered alliance. We bring communities and local organisations together to work on issues that matter; from campaigning for zebra crossings on dangerous roads, to reforming the immigration system, to the Living Wage campaign. We have a track record of winning change through hundreds of local and national campaigns. We know everyday people have the ability to shape the world around them. We believe that through developing local leaders, we can drive nationwide change and create community-led solutions to big and small problems. Citizens UK has played a pioneering role in introducing and developing community sponsorship of refugees in the UK. In response to the Syrian refugee crisis in 2015, we campaigned successfully for the introduction of community sponsorship in the UK. Citizens UK was then instrumental in proving the model can work in the UK and through training, advocacy, and coordination, we have helped hundreds of local groups welcome thousands of refugee families. In 2022, Citizens UK expanded its work by launching the Communities for Ukraine programme, matching Ukrainian refugees with UK hosts and most recently has run Communities for Afghans, resettling dozens of refugees. Throughout, it has combined grassroots organising with national advocacy to build a sustainable, community-led model of refugee resettlement. In 2025, we campaigned successfully to persuade the Government to introduce 'named sponsorship', giving communities greater choice in who they would sponsor. This creates a huge opportunity to grow community sponsorship and to enable UK civil society to step up and honour our proud tradition of offering sanctuary. Head of Community Sponsorship Role This is a rare opportunity to lead Citizens UK's community sponsorship campaign and help build the movement that will be at the heart of a community-led welcome. This new role comes at an exciting and crucial time, as we seek to build and embed this new form of named community sponsorship in the UK. As Head of Community Sponsorship you will lead on our strategy to develop named sponsorship as a transformative part of the UK's approach to refugee resettlement and community power. This will involve building a broad-base of civil society partners ready to sponsor refugees and to add their voice to the campaign. You will lead on the campaigning and advocacy strategy as we ensure quality in the Government policy and cross-Party political support. Citizens UK acts as the Lead Sponsor for local community sponsorship groups and you will oversee their ongoing support and further engagement. The role foster collaboration with Citizens UK Organisers and alliances, develop sustainable funding strategies, and ensure alignment with Citizens UK's broader migration and transformation goals. The role will work alongside Citizens UK's Migrant and Refugee Organising Team and will contribute to the efforts to build the power to create a more welcoming country. You will lead on relationships with senior stakeholders, policy makers, and funders, and support the creation of campaigns and resources to expand public awareness and support for community sponsorship. With responsibilities spanning communications, and external representation, the role is key to shaping Citizens UK's refugee resettlement strategy and building its national impact as a driver of cohesion. Working as the Head of Community Sponsorship for Citizens UK, reporting to the Assistant Director for Migrant and Refugee Organising (MARO), your main responsibilities will include: Objectives Contribute to Citizens UK and Project Strategic Objectives • Build a broad and deep engagement across civil society in named sponsorship, demonstrating the potential for scale and the big tent of support. • Develop and implement campaign approaches that secure policy goals and build cross-Party political support. • Develop strategy that develops the leadership of local Citizens members and refugees, strengthens civic institutions and builds trust across difference. Build and Manage Projects & Achieve Work Targets Effectively • Oversee multiple work strands, working in partnership. • Develop and manage project workplans, KPIs and budgets, ensuring delivery to time, standard, and impact goals. • Establish systems for performance tracking, evaluation, and continuous improvement across project streams. • Act as a senior expert in sponsorship strategy; coach and mentor staff and partners, and facilitate learning across departments and projects. • Influence and lead the integration of equity, wellbeing and refugee voice into strategic decisions and delivery frameworks. Develop and Manage External Relationships • Lead high-level relationships with national and senior stakeholders, including government departments (e.g. Home Office), civil society institutions and funders. • Build and manage partnerships that advance sponsorship reform and position Citizens UK as a sector leader. • Ensure stakeholder experience is consistently excellent and take the lead on resolving reputational risks or tensions. Communications • Act as a senior spokesperson for Citizens UK's sponsorship work in the media, at public events, and in government or civil society forums. • Lead the design and implementation of a high-profile communications strategy to influence narratives on refugee welcome and community leadership. • Ensure communications align with ethical storytelling principles and amplify sponsor and refugee voices responsibly. Develop and Manage Internal Relationships • Lead and develop high-performing cross-functional teams, with clear expectations, direction, and collaboration structures. • Effectively line manage senior staff and foster shared leadership culture across sponsorship and Citizens UK team • Ensure that the community sponsorship strategy is aligned with Citizens UK's other campaigns and work closely with other members of Migrant and Refugee Organising team. • Contribute to senior leadership structures, including strategic planning processes and transformation initiatives. Generate Income and Resources • Initiate and grow significant and sustainable income streams to fund Citizens UK's sponsorship work. • Develop and lead high-value funding partnerships with trusts, foundations and strategic donors. • Demonstrate strong budget oversight and ensure effective use of financial and human resources in sponsorship delivery. Personal Specification Qualifications Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field such as migration, social policy, international development, or community organising (D) Management or leadership qualification, or relevant CPD in project or programme management, public policy, or team leadership (D) Experience Proven experience in leading complex, multi-stakeholder programmes related to refugee resettlement, community organising, or social impact (E) Demonstrable track record of strategic leadership in a charity or community-focused setting (E) Experience of managing cross-functional teams to deliver against ambitious organisational goals (E) Experience of developing and sustaining strategic partnerships with civil society organisations, local authorities, or government departments (E) Experience in leading campaigning and influencing strategies to secure changes in Government policy (E) Experience of designing and implementing systems for monitoring, evaluation, and learning to track progress and report to funders and or government stakeholders (D) Demonstrable experience of driving collaborative campaigns or outreach efforts that engage diverse communities (E) Key skills and knowledge Strong leadership and team coordination skills - able to motivate, direct, and support multidisciplinary teams across multiple workstreams (E) Excellent project and performance management skills - able to set strategic priorities, delegate effectively, and ensure accountability (E) In-depth knowledge of refugee resettlement systems, community sponsorship models, and UK migration policy, including recent developments affecting Afghan and Ukrainian pathways (E) Knowledge and skills in community organising and an understanding of how community sponsorship and campaigning connect with and support the method and aims of organising (E) Outstanding written and verbal communication - confident in producing compelling cases for support, policy communications, and public messaging (E) Ability to design and deliver stakeholder engagement strategies, with a clear understanding of influencing policy and public opinion (E) . click apply for full job details

Nuffield College aspires to be a world-leading graduate college dedicated to advanced research in the social sciences. Its endowment underpins the College's academic activities and future sustainability. We are seeking an experienced professional to lead the Endowment Office and support the management and development of the College's investment portfolio. The Role You will play a pivotal role in supporting the management of a diverse investment portfolio of property and non-property assets, and will have responsibility for ensuring robust reporting and governance arrangements are in place in relation to the College's investment activities. You will oversee the day-to-day management of the College's real estate assets and play a key role in contributing to the College's major property development projects in Oxford. Often acting as the College's client representative, you will coordinate consultants, managing agents, and legal advisors to deliver projects effectively and strategically. Alongside property responsibilities, you will oversee the administration of non-property investments, including equities, fixed income, and cash, liaising with external managers and working closely with the College's Head of Finance and other key stakeholders. The Candidate You will be able to demonstrate strong experience of managing and/or supporting the management of investment assets, and ideally will have some experience of overseeing and/or supporting the delivery of property development projects. Familiarity with investment principles and portfolio oversight is important, though deep technical investment expertise is not essential. Outstanding stakeholder engagement, organisational skills, and respect for governance structures are key. A degree-level education is required; relevant professional qualifications are desirable. Why Nuffield? This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of one of Oxford's most prestigious colleges, combining strategic property leadership with stewardship of a diversified investment portfolio. For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners: William Pringle Partner, Head of Charity, Arts, Culture & Heritage Practice Berwick Partners (0) / (0) Closing date for applications: Friday 6th February 2026

HR Director Recruiter: Michael Page Location: Bexleyheath Salary: £63,000 to £70,000 + bonus & car allowance Application date: 17th Feb 2026 About Our Client This role oversees all HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management, training and development, and compliance with employment laws. Job Description Develop and implement a comprehensive people strategy that aligns with the business' organisational structure, culture, customers, and business Partner with the senior management team to drive business success through a clear and actionable people plan. Design and deliver cost-effective, value-added HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement and retention. Shape and evolve the company's employer brand to ensure it is an attractive place to work and a preferred employer in the industry Provide strategic counsel on organisational design and development, ensuring effective planning and onboarding of key strategic roles. Implement and oversee employee engagement strategies, leveraging feedback from surveys and best practice Develop and execute a robust talent acquisition strategy, ensuring the business attracts and retains top talent while supporting managers in identifying future skills needs. Utilise HR analytics and workforce data to inform people decisions, workforce planning, and people strategy development. Ensure compliance with HR policies and UK employment legislation while proactively influencing policy changes to meet business objectives. Prioritise own workload in order to meet project / business needs Develop and maintain key contacts both internally and externally General duties as delegated within the overall range of the post travel nationally and internationally occasionally The Successful Applicant Degree in HR, Business, or a related field. CIPD Level 7 qualification (or equivalent experience) Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills Evidence of continuous professional development in HR and leadership disciplines. What's on Offer A competitive salary ranging from £63,000 to £70,000 per annum DOE Bonus & Car allowance Permanent position in a well-established organisation Opportunities to lead and shape the HR function within the company. Apply Now

Lead one of the UK's most iconic cultural institutions into its next era. The Glasshouse International Centre for Music is a world-class venue and charity, home to unforgettable live music experiences, Royal Northern Sinfonia and a thriving community of artists and music lovers. As we celebrate 20 years and embark on a bold third decade, we're seeking a Chief Executive Officer to help share what comes next. Every year, more than 2 million people engage with our work through 400+ concerts, 10,000+ classes and workshops and digital experiences. We've contributed £681m to the UK economy, championed talent development and made music accessible to all. Now, we're entering an ambitious new era with plans to: Deliver a £30m capital development programme to transform our iconic building and the Gateshead Quays cultural destination. Launch a Music Academy for young people across the North East. Become Europe's most Financially accessible Unleash our most creative and collaborative artistic era yet. As CEO, you will: Set and deliver a bold vision for artistic excellence, inclusion and sustainability. Drive organisational growth, diversifying income streams and championing financial resilience. Lead major capital investment and play a pivotal role in regional regeneration. Inspire partnerships and philanthropy, unlocking transformational support for our mission. Represent The Glasshouse nationally and internationally, advocating for music and culture at the highest levels. We're looking for an exceptional leader with: Proven experience in cultural or creative organisations with strategic vision and commercial drive. Passion for music and its power to create change. Credibility as an ambassador and fundraiser. This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting mark on the UK's cultural landscape and shape a music-filled future for the North East. For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners: William Pringle Partner, Head of Charity, Arts, Culture & Heritage Practice Berwick Partners (0) / (0) Closing date for applications: Friday 13th February 2026