Head of Marketing As part of our client s 45th anniversary and plan for the future, we are now seeking an experienced Head of Marketing to help lead the charity into its next phase of growth. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for someone with proven experience in a similar marketing leadership position, ideally within the charity or social-care sector. Position: Head of Marketing Location: Ealing/Hybrid Hours: Full-time Contract: Permanent Salary: £41,000 £45,000, dependent on experience Closing Date: 27th April 2026 About the Role This is a blank canvas opportunity for an ambitious marketing leader to build the marketing function from the ground up. As Head of Marketing, you will lead the marketing, communications and fundraising activity, with the freedom to design the strategy, shape the brand and messaging, and create the systems and campaigns that will support future growth. You will strengthen the digital and social media presence, build effective systems to engage supporters, and develop meaningful partnerships with sponsors and funders. You will also have the opportunity to work with a much-loved and well-established brand in the local community, helping to grow its reach and impact. Working closely with the leadership team, this role is ideal for a strategic thinker who also enjoys rolling up their sleeves, able to achieve results within budget constraints and motivated to make a tangible difference to the community. Key areas of responsibility include: Strategy & Leadership Fundraising, Grants & Sponsorships Partnerships & Community Engagement Marketing Comms/ Digital Marketing/ Online Presence Join a supportive, friendly team with a strong sense of purpose, with flexible working arrangements and the chance to shape and grow marketing, partnerships, and engagement across a diverse range of organisations and community groups. About You We re looking for an experienced marketing professional with a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach. You will have: Proven fundraising and grant application track record and achieving funding targets Passionate about supporting children with SEND and their families An innovative and dynamic character, excited about prospect of creating real change Confident in developing digital marketing and social media presence Experienced in shaping systems and process that leverage data to support inform decisions Comfortable building and managing relationships with partners, sponsors and community Flexible, proactive, that can thrive in a small charity environment Flexibility to travel for meetings, events, and donor visits including the occasional evening and weekend About the Organisation For over 45 years, the charity has been at the heart of the West London community, supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and their families. A community-focused charity driven by compassion, inclusion, and the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. Services create real, lasting impact helping children grow in confidence and ensuring families feel supported, understood, and connected. Our client is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and values diversity and inclusion in the team. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The employer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may also have experience in areas such as Marketing, Communications, Head of Marketing, Head of Communications, Marketing Manager, Marketing and Communications Manager. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Head of Marketing As part of our client s 45th anniversary and plan for the future, we are now seeking an experienced Head of Marketing to help lead the charity into its next phase of growth. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for someone with proven experience in a similar marketing leadership position, ideally within the charity or social-care sector. Position: Head of Marketing Location: Ealing/Hybrid Hours: Full-time Contract: Permanent Salary: £41,000 £45,000, dependent on experience Closing Date: 27th April 2026 About the Role This is a blank canvas opportunity for an ambitious marketing leader to build the marketing function from the ground up. As Head of Marketing, you will lead the marketing, communications and fundraising activity, with the freedom to design the strategy, shape the brand and messaging, and create the systems and campaigns that will support future growth. You will strengthen the digital and social media presence, build effective systems to engage supporters, and develop meaningful partnerships with sponsors and funders. You will also have the opportunity to work with a much-loved and well-established brand in the local community, helping to grow its reach and impact. Working closely with the leadership team, this role is ideal for a strategic thinker who also enjoys rolling up their sleeves, able to achieve results within budget constraints and motivated to make a tangible difference to the community. Key areas of responsibility include: Strategy & Leadership Fundraising, Grants & Sponsorships Partnerships & Community Engagement Marketing Comms/ Digital Marketing/ Online Presence Join a supportive, friendly team with a strong sense of purpose, with flexible working arrangements and the chance to shape and grow marketing, partnerships, and engagement across a diverse range of organisations and community groups. About You We re looking for an experienced marketing professional with a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach. You will have: Proven fundraising and grant application track record and achieving funding targets Passionate about supporting children with SEND and their families An innovative and dynamic character, excited about prospect of creating real change Confident in developing digital marketing and social media presence Experienced in shaping systems and process that leverage data to support inform decisions Comfortable building and managing relationships with partners, sponsors and community Flexible, proactive, that can thrive in a small charity environment Flexibility to travel for meetings, events, and donor visits including the occasional evening and weekend About the Organisation For over 45 years, the charity has been at the heart of the West London community, supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and their families. A community-focused charity driven by compassion, inclusion, and the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. Services create real, lasting impact helping children grow in confidence and ensuring families feel supported, understood, and connected. Our client is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and values diversity and inclusion in the team. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The employer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may also have experience in areas such as Marketing, Communications, Head of Marketing, Head of Communications, Marketing Manager, Marketing and Communications Manager. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
We are looking for a motivated, thoughtful team-player to join our department on a maternity contract. At Prostate Cancer Research, we don t just fund research. We help shape it. From launching cross-disease collaborative grant calls to developing first-of-their-kind initiatives that address gaps in the system, we work closely with researchers to drive meaningful progress. This role offers the opportunity to combine scientific expertise with creativity and strategic thinking. As our research portfolio grows, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department, while helping to shape its future direction. Our remit includes delivering our own independent research projects and piloting community-led initiatives, alongside managing approximately £2 million in annual grant funding. You will also help strengthen links between discovery and translational research, support the development of new EDI initiatives, and build connections between academic research and our Prostate Progress data platform. Responsibility Coordinate review of potential new awards, working with peer reviewers, patients, and committee members. Contract and onboard new research awards, ensuring all documentation, monitoring, and compliance requirements are met. Administer ongoing research grants (particularly Seed Grants and Racial Disparities Grants), including monitoring and evaluating scientific progress, supporting scientists to achieve results, maintaining financial records, with authority to approve minor changes to grant budgets and timelines. Collect and summarise project outcomes and learnings to feed into internal and external communications. Help design and deliver researcher engagement activities such as webinars, lab visits, and networking events. Maintain positive, empathetic relationships with patients, supporting their involvement in research and engagement activities where appropriate. Support on departmental logistics, e.g. organising team away days and meetings. Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture, supporting colleagues across departments and sharing expertise where needed. Skills and Competencies Our ideal candidate would have the following: A higher degree (MSc, MRes, PhD) in a relevant biomedical science discipline. A knowledge of research grants and funding processes An understanding of academic research environments in the UK Strong problem-solving, time management, and project management skills Proactive, adaptable, and professional approach to work Strong belief in our work at Prostate Cancer Research A high degree of autonomy with a will to learn, reflect and self-teach How To Apply Please apply by submitting your CV and a short supporting statement (maximum 500 words) outlining why you would like the role and why you think you d be a good fit, giving examples of previous experience. Your previous experience may be drawn from professional or voluntary contexts, depending on which you think best illustrates your suitability for the role. There will be a one stage interview process. The interview will be online, and we will provide questions one week in advance. In the event of having two or more candidates with equal scores following first-round interviews, we will hold second-round interviews. The second will be a more informal in-person interview at our offices in London. We expect first round interviews to take place w/c 25th May. For more information about the role, please contact us for an informal chat. Contact details can be found in the full job spec. For more information about our organisation, visit the Prostate Cancer Research website, The Prostate Progress webpage and the PCR online patient resource, The Infopool. PCR is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a motivated, thoughtful team-player to join our department on a maternity contract. At Prostate Cancer Research, we don t just fund research. We help shape it. From launching cross-disease collaborative grant calls to developing first-of-their-kind initiatives that address gaps in the system, we work closely with researchers to drive meaningful progress. This role offers the opportunity to combine scientific expertise with creativity and strategic thinking. As our research portfolio grows, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department, while helping to shape its future direction. Our remit includes delivering our own independent research projects and piloting community-led initiatives, alongside managing approximately £2 million in annual grant funding. You will also help strengthen links between discovery and translational research, support the development of new EDI initiatives, and build connections between academic research and our Prostate Progress data platform. Responsibility Coordinate review of potential new awards, working with peer reviewers, patients, and committee members. Contract and onboard new research awards, ensuring all documentation, monitoring, and compliance requirements are met. Administer ongoing research grants (particularly Seed Grants and Racial Disparities Grants), including monitoring and evaluating scientific progress, supporting scientists to achieve results, maintaining financial records, with authority to approve minor changes to grant budgets and timelines. Collect and summarise project outcomes and learnings to feed into internal and external communications. Help design and deliver researcher engagement activities such as webinars, lab visits, and networking events. Maintain positive, empathetic relationships with patients, supporting their involvement in research and engagement activities where appropriate. Support on departmental logistics, e.g. organising team away days and meetings. Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture, supporting colleagues across departments and sharing expertise where needed. Skills and Competencies Our ideal candidate would have the following: A higher degree (MSc, MRes, PhD) in a relevant biomedical science discipline. A knowledge of research grants and funding processes An understanding of academic research environments in the UK Strong problem-solving, time management, and project management skills Proactive, adaptable, and professional approach to work Strong belief in our work at Prostate Cancer Research A high degree of autonomy with a will to learn, reflect and self-teach How To Apply Please apply by submitting your CV and a short supporting statement (maximum 500 words) outlining why you would like the role and why you think you d be a good fit, giving examples of previous experience. Your previous experience may be drawn from professional or voluntary contexts, depending on which you think best illustrates your suitability for the role. There will be a one stage interview process. The interview will be online, and we will provide questions one week in advance. In the event of having two or more candidates with equal scores following first-round interviews, we will hold second-round interviews. The second will be a more informal in-person interview at our offices in London. We expect first round interviews to take place w/c 25th May. For more information about the role, please contact us for an informal chat. Contact details can be found in the full job spec. For more information about our organisation, visit the Prostate Cancer Research website, The Prostate Progress webpage and the PCR online patient resource, The Infopool. PCR is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Role outline and purpose The Organising and Local Mobilisation (OLM) Manager is responsible for managing ongoing support to food banks as they organise and campaign for change. This varied, proactive, and fast-paced role will involve working closely with grant funded Local Organisers as part of Trussell s Organising Programme, frequently visiting food banks and delivering online and in person training. You will hold responsibility for providing direct support as food banks develop effective campaign strategies covering local and Trussell priorities and ensuring they have the capacity, skills, and resources to deliver them. You will also work closely with other departments at Trussell and external partners to support food banks outside of the Organising Programme to influence locally and play a leading role in mobilising them to campaign for change. This role is part of Trussell s Supportive Communities programme, the goal of which is to enable local communities to become places where people at risk of needing to use a food bank are supported and are using their agency to bring about meaningful changes that prevent anybody from needing emergency food. This role is focused on the successful delivery of the overall programme outcomes, contributing to the fulfilment of our long term vision of a UK without the need for food banks. Role responsibilities Network area-wide delivery of the Organising Programme: Lead and manage the delivery of OLM s Organising Programme in your network area, recruiting food banks to join, providing in person and online training and ongoing relational support to Local Organisers to ensure campaign strategies are developed and delivered. Organise and lead area-wide training, clusters, or events for food bank staff and volunteers to promote co-operation and sharing of good practice around local influencing. Training, learning and programme development: Play a key role in the design and delivery of a programme of training and other learning for food banks covering organising, mobilising, and influencing. Contributing to impact and process evaluations and assisting food banks involved to explore future sources of funding, as required. Supporting food banks to influence locally: Empower food banks to develop their local influencing work, triaging influencing issues and managing input from other relevant Trussell Trust experts to provide ongoing support that enables the food bank to progress their influencing work. Mobilising food banks in Trussell s campaigns: Support the development and promotion of national Trussell policy campaigns, working with other teams and external partners to engage the food banks you support in taking action - including how they might take ownership of campaigns locally and help shape those priorities. Internal stakeholder engagement: Project manage OLM s involvement in assigned cross-organisational projects e.g. a policy campaign or strategic project, ensuring the OLM team are consulted, negotiating with other teams and making decisions accordingly. As part of an area-based matrix team you ll work closely with other food bank facing staff to ensure a joined up approach to food bank support, effective communication, as well as sharing learning and best practice. External stakeholder engagement : Build and maintain strong relationships with food bank leaders, staff, volunteers, and trustees, as well as establishing effective partnerships with a range of stakeholders such as local authorities, community organisations, and churches. Person Specification Technical skills and minimum knowledge: Experience of delivering organising work and/or campaigning for change at a grassroots, local and/or national level. Excellent knowledge and understanding of the political landscape of your assigned area. A confident communicator with the ability to successfully influence and negotiate with a wide range of stakeholders, including food bank staff and volunteers, local authorities, community organisations, and churches. Knowledge and experience of a wide range of campaigning tactics, campaign planning and developing theories of change. Ability to develop and deliver training for organisers, trustees, staff and volunteers from food banks, including event management. Behaviours and competencies: Demonstrate a commitment to the values of Trussell. Role models inclusive behaviour and values, including demonstrating empathy for people from disadvantaged, marginalised or socially- excluded backgrounds. Able to build effective relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and with differing life experience, including in contexts where Christian faith plays a major part, and in which people of all faiths and none collaborate to make a difference together. Effective project management ensuring alignment with the Trussell vision and strategy and collaborative working to maximise integration and effectiveness of activities Is tenacious, proactive, creative and propositional, and makes things happen. Able to solve complex problems; with a self-motivated and solutions-focused outlook Key Stakeholders Food banks, including local organisers, project managers, volunteers, and people they support. The wider OLM team. Network Area Teams, who support food banks in their day-to-day work Grants team Participation team Making Social Security Work programme team Others TBC
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Role outline and purpose The Organising and Local Mobilisation (OLM) Manager is responsible for managing ongoing support to food banks as they organise and campaign for change. This varied, proactive, and fast-paced role will involve working closely with grant funded Local Organisers as part of Trussell s Organising Programme, frequently visiting food banks and delivering online and in person training. You will hold responsibility for providing direct support as food banks develop effective campaign strategies covering local and Trussell priorities and ensuring they have the capacity, skills, and resources to deliver them. You will also work closely with other departments at Trussell and external partners to support food banks outside of the Organising Programme to influence locally and play a leading role in mobilising them to campaign for change. This role is part of Trussell s Supportive Communities programme, the goal of which is to enable local communities to become places where people at risk of needing to use a food bank are supported and are using their agency to bring about meaningful changes that prevent anybody from needing emergency food. This role is focused on the successful delivery of the overall programme outcomes, contributing to the fulfilment of our long term vision of a UK without the need for food banks. Role responsibilities Network area-wide delivery of the Organising Programme: Lead and manage the delivery of OLM s Organising Programme in your network area, recruiting food banks to join, providing in person and online training and ongoing relational support to Local Organisers to ensure campaign strategies are developed and delivered. Organise and lead area-wide training, clusters, or events for food bank staff and volunteers to promote co-operation and sharing of good practice around local influencing. Training, learning and programme development: Play a key role in the design and delivery of a programme of training and other learning for food banks covering organising, mobilising, and influencing. Contributing to impact and process evaluations and assisting food banks involved to explore future sources of funding, as required. Supporting food banks to influence locally: Empower food banks to develop their local influencing work, triaging influencing issues and managing input from other relevant Trussell Trust experts to provide ongoing support that enables the food bank to progress their influencing work. Mobilising food banks in Trussell s campaigns: Support the development and promotion of national Trussell policy campaigns, working with other teams and external partners to engage the food banks you support in taking action - including how they might take ownership of campaigns locally and help shape those priorities. Internal stakeholder engagement: Project manage OLM s involvement in assigned cross-organisational projects e.g. a policy campaign or strategic project, ensuring the OLM team are consulted, negotiating with other teams and making decisions accordingly. As part of an area-based matrix team you ll work closely with other food bank facing staff to ensure a joined up approach to food bank support, effective communication, as well as sharing learning and best practice. External stakeholder engagement : Build and maintain strong relationships with food bank leaders, staff, volunteers, and trustees, as well as establishing effective partnerships with a range of stakeholders such as local authorities, community organisations, and churches. Person Specification Technical skills and minimum knowledge: Experience of delivering organising work and/or campaigning for change at a grassroots, local and/or national level. Excellent knowledge and understanding of the political landscape of your assigned area. A confident communicator with the ability to successfully influence and negotiate with a wide range of stakeholders, including food bank staff and volunteers, local authorities, community organisations, and churches. Knowledge and experience of a wide range of campaigning tactics, campaign planning and developing theories of change. Ability to develop and deliver training for organisers, trustees, staff and volunteers from food banks, including event management. Behaviours and competencies: Demonstrate a commitment to the values of Trussell. Role models inclusive behaviour and values, including demonstrating empathy for people from disadvantaged, marginalised or socially- excluded backgrounds. Able to build effective relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and with differing life experience, including in contexts where Christian faith plays a major part, and in which people of all faiths and none collaborate to make a difference together. Effective project management ensuring alignment with the Trussell vision and strategy and collaborative working to maximise integration and effectiveness of activities Is tenacious, proactive, creative and propositional, and makes things happen. Able to solve complex problems; with a self-motivated and solutions-focused outlook Key Stakeholders Food banks, including local organisers, project managers, volunteers, and people they support. The wider OLM team. Network Area Teams, who support food banks in their day-to-day work Grants team Participation team Making Social Security Work programme team Others TBC
About us The Merchant Taylors' Company dates from 1327, when it was formed as a social and religious organisation for tailors and linen-armourers dedicated to St John the Baptist. Today, it is a flourishing Livery Company whose members are dedicated to education, fraternity, and philanthropy. Volunteering is important for the health of the Merchant Taylors' Company, since the hands-on experience of volunteering binds members in an emotional commitment to what the Company stands for. Many of the Great XII Livery Companies prioritise volunteering, offering a wide range of opportunities from due diligence visits with grant applicant charities to longer term mentoring opportunities with our family of schools. At the heart of Merchant Taylors' Company lie the concepts of 'Fraternity, Philanthropy and Education'. Volunteering is vital to each pillar, enabling members to give their time and talent alongside their treasure. The Company is now at an exciting juncture where the groundwork to embed a more systematic approach to volunteering has been completed and the appetite within the Company has started to grow particularly across the Company's Education programme. The team is conscious that managing volunteering takes time, diplomacy and interpersonal skills and this role is pivotal to the success of volunteering for both Company members and partner organisations. About the role Reports to: Educational Grants and Relationship Manager Direct reports: None Place of work: The Hall (Bank, London) Contract type: Fixed-term and part-time (0.8 FTE). The working days and times can be flexible and some hybrid working may be possible. Some evening work will be required as well as occasional attendance at events outside of the employee's usual working hours (including at weekends). Some travel may be required within Greater London in connection with various aspects of the role. Occasional travel may be required within the UK. Overview of role: With your experience in events / project management and excellent communication and diplomatic skills, you will be the interface between the membership, your colleagues at Merchant Taylors' Company, our family of schools and our charitable partners. You will be responsible for developing and delivering an engaging, interesting and successful range of events for members to participate in. Job Description: Take a lead on the delivery and development of an annual programme of volunteering opportunities and education events aligned with existing initiatives and in collaboration with partner organisations and schools where appropriate. Work with the EGRM to co-ordinate the Trust's Livery Academy Award scheme: recruiting, training, and supporting member volunteers to ensure high-quality engagement. Take a lead on promotion of volunteering opportunities through the members' portal in good time, with appropriate explanation to encourage take up. Proactively identify barriers to participation from the membership, and develop innovative, accessible volunteering opportunities and methods to engage new audiences. Champion and promote the Company's volunteering and event initiatives by working, both with the Communications Manager and independently, to promote opportunities through compelling articles, e-newsletters, social media outreach, public talks and by representing or supporting Company staff at events. Take a lead on designing and creating appropriate training resources for all volunteer roles to manage expectations including, where appropriate, delivery of training. Support members with any queries relating to volunteering opportunities, offering members the chance to talk to MT staff. Ensure that all volunteer members have completed the MT safeguarding questionnaire before they are cleared for any opportunity and has been trained in appropriate MT policy areas (E.g. GDPR/safeguarding) To actively liaise and respond to School requirements to ensure volunteer members deliver excellent support for students. Collaborate closely with Company Schools and internal teams to identify opportunities and design high-quality, sustainable volunteering activities that support project goals and help achieve Company targets. To use the Membership portal to capture and analyse data about Company volunteering in order to evaluate cost/benefit of volunteering efforts, and tell the story of MT's volunteering impact to the MT membership. Gather and act on feedback from volunteers and participants to inform and improve the Company's volunteering and education strategies. Uphold the health, safety, and wellbeing of all volunteers and participants, following the Company's Health & Safety policies. To take a lead on the administration of Company Volunteering activities including DBS checks, budgeting, database management, website administration, project reporting and meetings. Work with colleagues to identify and co-ordinate other volunteering opportunities at the Company, including responding to enquiries, planning logistics, and delivering high-quality experiences. To undertake other duties as may be appropriate for the position to support the wider work of the Company. What we can offer you: 25 days holiday per annum plus Bank Holidays An additional up to five days off over the Christmas / New Year period A generous employer pension contribution of 10% of salary Free lunch in the office when the kitchen is operational "Perkbox" discount app A monthly gym / wellbeing allowance of £70 Private Medical Insurance Healthcare cash plan Electric Car scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Life Assurance Income Protection Insurance Person Specification We are looking for: Essential: Proven track record of project/events management, including planning, delivery, reporting, evaluation, budgets, and partnership working. Proven track record of working meaningfully with different stakeholders ie in a public-facing role. An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal and public engagement skills. Good diplomacy skills with the ability to inspire, listen and find a solution for all stakeholders. A proactive approach to solving problems and the ability to keep going until a solution is found which works for all. A do-er and a thinker; someone who is able to approach situations imaginatively but also spot, and implement, practical and workable solutions. Excellent organisational, planning and IT skills. Desirable: Experience developing and delivering volunteering and community programmes, working with a wide range of stakeholders. Experience of interacting with or working for a membership organisation Understanding of health & safety, safeguarding, and risk management in a volunteer setting. Experience of being a volunteer yourself. Miscellaneous: Willingness to work some evenings and weekends. How to apply Please submit your CV and a cover letter. Please don't use generative AI. Your cover letter should explain why you think you are a good fit for this role. Please send both CV and cover letter by an email via the button below. Interview dates and start date: We are actively recruiting for this role and will consider and interview applicants in the order in which they apply. The successful Candidate is to start as soon as possible.
Apr 19, 2026
Seasonal
About us The Merchant Taylors' Company dates from 1327, when it was formed as a social and religious organisation for tailors and linen-armourers dedicated to St John the Baptist. Today, it is a flourishing Livery Company whose members are dedicated to education, fraternity, and philanthropy. Volunteering is important for the health of the Merchant Taylors' Company, since the hands-on experience of volunteering binds members in an emotional commitment to what the Company stands for. Many of the Great XII Livery Companies prioritise volunteering, offering a wide range of opportunities from due diligence visits with grant applicant charities to longer term mentoring opportunities with our family of schools. At the heart of Merchant Taylors' Company lie the concepts of 'Fraternity, Philanthropy and Education'. Volunteering is vital to each pillar, enabling members to give their time and talent alongside their treasure. The Company is now at an exciting juncture where the groundwork to embed a more systematic approach to volunteering has been completed and the appetite within the Company has started to grow particularly across the Company's Education programme. The team is conscious that managing volunteering takes time, diplomacy and interpersonal skills and this role is pivotal to the success of volunteering for both Company members and partner organisations. About the role Reports to: Educational Grants and Relationship Manager Direct reports: None Place of work: The Hall (Bank, London) Contract type: Fixed-term and part-time (0.8 FTE). The working days and times can be flexible and some hybrid working may be possible. Some evening work will be required as well as occasional attendance at events outside of the employee's usual working hours (including at weekends). Some travel may be required within Greater London in connection with various aspects of the role. Occasional travel may be required within the UK. Overview of role: With your experience in events / project management and excellent communication and diplomatic skills, you will be the interface between the membership, your colleagues at Merchant Taylors' Company, our family of schools and our charitable partners. You will be responsible for developing and delivering an engaging, interesting and successful range of events for members to participate in. Job Description: Take a lead on the delivery and development of an annual programme of volunteering opportunities and education events aligned with existing initiatives and in collaboration with partner organisations and schools where appropriate. Work with the EGRM to co-ordinate the Trust's Livery Academy Award scheme: recruiting, training, and supporting member volunteers to ensure high-quality engagement. Take a lead on promotion of volunteering opportunities through the members' portal in good time, with appropriate explanation to encourage take up. Proactively identify barriers to participation from the membership, and develop innovative, accessible volunteering opportunities and methods to engage new audiences. Champion and promote the Company's volunteering and event initiatives by working, both with the Communications Manager and independently, to promote opportunities through compelling articles, e-newsletters, social media outreach, public talks and by representing or supporting Company staff at events. Take a lead on designing and creating appropriate training resources for all volunteer roles to manage expectations including, where appropriate, delivery of training. Support members with any queries relating to volunteering opportunities, offering members the chance to talk to MT staff. Ensure that all volunteer members have completed the MT safeguarding questionnaire before they are cleared for any opportunity and has been trained in appropriate MT policy areas (E.g. GDPR/safeguarding) To actively liaise and respond to School requirements to ensure volunteer members deliver excellent support for students. Collaborate closely with Company Schools and internal teams to identify opportunities and design high-quality, sustainable volunteering activities that support project goals and help achieve Company targets. To use the Membership portal to capture and analyse data about Company volunteering in order to evaluate cost/benefit of volunteering efforts, and tell the story of MT's volunteering impact to the MT membership. Gather and act on feedback from volunteers and participants to inform and improve the Company's volunteering and education strategies. Uphold the health, safety, and wellbeing of all volunteers and participants, following the Company's Health & Safety policies. To take a lead on the administration of Company Volunteering activities including DBS checks, budgeting, database management, website administration, project reporting and meetings. Work with colleagues to identify and co-ordinate other volunteering opportunities at the Company, including responding to enquiries, planning logistics, and delivering high-quality experiences. To undertake other duties as may be appropriate for the position to support the wider work of the Company. What we can offer you: 25 days holiday per annum plus Bank Holidays An additional up to five days off over the Christmas / New Year period A generous employer pension contribution of 10% of salary Free lunch in the office when the kitchen is operational "Perkbox" discount app A monthly gym / wellbeing allowance of £70 Private Medical Insurance Healthcare cash plan Electric Car scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Life Assurance Income Protection Insurance Person Specification We are looking for: Essential: Proven track record of project/events management, including planning, delivery, reporting, evaluation, budgets, and partnership working. Proven track record of working meaningfully with different stakeholders ie in a public-facing role. An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal and public engagement skills. Good diplomacy skills with the ability to inspire, listen and find a solution for all stakeholders. A proactive approach to solving problems and the ability to keep going until a solution is found which works for all. A do-er and a thinker; someone who is able to approach situations imaginatively but also spot, and implement, practical and workable solutions. Excellent organisational, planning and IT skills. Desirable: Experience developing and delivering volunteering and community programmes, working with a wide range of stakeholders. Experience of interacting with or working for a membership organisation Understanding of health & safety, safeguarding, and risk management in a volunteer setting. Experience of being a volunteer yourself. Miscellaneous: Willingness to work some evenings and weekends. How to apply Please submit your CV and a cover letter. Please don't use generative AI. Your cover letter should explain why you think you are a good fit for this role. Please send both CV and cover letter by an email via the button below. Interview dates and start date: We are actively recruiting for this role and will consider and interview applicants in the order in which they apply. The successful Candidate is to start as soon as possible.
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Community Manager to join our Leisure team at Enable! This is a great opportunity to play a key role in supporting the smooth running and growth of Barn Elms Boathouse, with a particular focus on membership administration, junior racing squad support, fundraising, and community engagement. About Us Enable is a charity dedicated to improving people's wellbeing and strengthening local communities. We work with councils, charities and other local organisations to deliver health, leisure, community services and events that enrich people's lives and strengthen our local community. At Enable, we value our employees and our culture, focusing on embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive, flexible and fun environment for employees to perform at their best. On top of a competitive salary and flexible working environment, employees will also receive: 30 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays) Life Insurance Reward Schemes (RewardHub Membership, wellbeing budgets and cycle to work) A variety of social and wellbeing activities each month Mental Health & Wellbeing Perks (Monthly talks, Wellbeing Hour, etc) Reports to: Boathouse Operations Manager Based: Barn Elms Boathouse Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Leave Cover) until 28th February 2027 Work Arrangement: 30 hours per week, On-Site Role Overview The Leisure Team are passionate about benefitting the local community through sports and leisure activities. We are experts in our service and pride ourselves on our customer experience and inclusivity through affordable or complementary programmes reaching those that need it the most. The leisure team want to enrich all lives within Wandsworth leading on the needs of the community, delivering programmes that reach out to local places and people, removing barriers and increasing access to activity. The Community Manager will act as a central administrative and coordination point, the role helps reduce operational pressure on coaches while ensuring members, athletes, and families are well supported and informed. A key focus of this role during the maternity cover period is supporting fundraising and securing external funding to benefit the long-term sustainability of the boathouse. Main Duties/Responsibilities Manage adult and squad membership administration, ensuring all rowers are correctly registered, onboarded, and recorded, with memberships and payments monitored and followed up as required. Oversee Direct Debit and payment processes for adult members, including monitoring rejected payments and liaising with members to resolve issues in a timely manner. Coordinate and manage invoicing for junior squad race fees, including tracking attendance, calculating charges, issuing invoices, and responding to parent or guardian queries. Support the planning and delivery of fundraising activities in collaboration with the Operations Manager, including event coordination, volunteer support, communications, and follow-up. Research and support applications for external funding and grants, maintaining appropriate records and reporting, particularly during the maternity cover period. Communicate clearly and consistently with stakeholders including coaches, parents, volunteers, schools, and partners. Assist the Operations Manager when needed on Service Level Agreements and Boat Hire Organise and manage Barn Elms kit distribution, including running the kit window twice per year and maintaining relevant records. Maintain accurate and up-to-date squad membership and database records, ensuring required documentation is received, and data is consistent in coordination with Racing Squad Coaches. Support community outreach and development initiatives, including engagement with schools and community groups, rowing taster sessions, and recruitment activities. Provide strategic and administrative support to racing squad programmes, including coordination of communications, race-day logistics, and administrative tasks to reduce coaching workload. Act as a central administrative point of contact for racing squad lead coaches and assist with coaching delivery where required. Work with your line manager to identify your own support needs and undertake continual personal and professional development. To comply with Enable's Codes of practice and conduct, including policies and procedures concerning data protection, health and safety and safeguarding. To be committed to the promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion for others, both colleagues and clients. To create and maintain a safe, supportive and welcoming environment where all people are treated with dignity and their identity and culture are valued and respected. Report any instances of inappropriate behaviour or discrimination. Ensure data is kept securely in line with data protection law and Enable LC's procedures. To be fully aware of the principles of safeguarding as they apply to children and vulnerable adults in relation to your work role. Always follow safeguarding procedures and ensure that your line manager is kept fully informed of any safeguarding concerns. To carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities that contribute to the overall function of the team, appropriate with the grading of the post. Assist with any duties, events or activities hosted by Enable. Skills and Experience Experience working with Rowing Clubs/ Rowing Coaches preferred BR level 2 coaching qualification & power boat licence (Desired not required) This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a company that positively impacts the community around them! If you are someone that is motivated by a desire to enrich the lives of others and make a genuine difference, then please Apply Now and follow the prompts. If this role not quite right, however you are still interested in working at Enable then we encourage you to get in touch today on Enable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. To find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website.
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Community Manager to join our Leisure team at Enable! This is a great opportunity to play a key role in supporting the smooth running and growth of Barn Elms Boathouse, with a particular focus on membership administration, junior racing squad support, fundraising, and community engagement. About Us Enable is a charity dedicated to improving people's wellbeing and strengthening local communities. We work with councils, charities and other local organisations to deliver health, leisure, community services and events that enrich people's lives and strengthen our local community. At Enable, we value our employees and our culture, focusing on embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive, flexible and fun environment for employees to perform at their best. On top of a competitive salary and flexible working environment, employees will also receive: 30 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays) Life Insurance Reward Schemes (RewardHub Membership, wellbeing budgets and cycle to work) A variety of social and wellbeing activities each month Mental Health & Wellbeing Perks (Monthly talks, Wellbeing Hour, etc) Reports to: Boathouse Operations Manager Based: Barn Elms Boathouse Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Leave Cover) until 28th February 2027 Work Arrangement: 30 hours per week, On-Site Role Overview The Leisure Team are passionate about benefitting the local community through sports and leisure activities. We are experts in our service and pride ourselves on our customer experience and inclusivity through affordable or complementary programmes reaching those that need it the most. The leisure team want to enrich all lives within Wandsworth leading on the needs of the community, delivering programmes that reach out to local places and people, removing barriers and increasing access to activity. The Community Manager will act as a central administrative and coordination point, the role helps reduce operational pressure on coaches while ensuring members, athletes, and families are well supported and informed. A key focus of this role during the maternity cover period is supporting fundraising and securing external funding to benefit the long-term sustainability of the boathouse. Main Duties/Responsibilities Manage adult and squad membership administration, ensuring all rowers are correctly registered, onboarded, and recorded, with memberships and payments monitored and followed up as required. Oversee Direct Debit and payment processes for adult members, including monitoring rejected payments and liaising with members to resolve issues in a timely manner. Coordinate and manage invoicing for junior squad race fees, including tracking attendance, calculating charges, issuing invoices, and responding to parent or guardian queries. Support the planning and delivery of fundraising activities in collaboration with the Operations Manager, including event coordination, volunteer support, communications, and follow-up. Research and support applications for external funding and grants, maintaining appropriate records and reporting, particularly during the maternity cover period. Communicate clearly and consistently with stakeholders including coaches, parents, volunteers, schools, and partners. Assist the Operations Manager when needed on Service Level Agreements and Boat Hire Organise and manage Barn Elms kit distribution, including running the kit window twice per year and maintaining relevant records. Maintain accurate and up-to-date squad membership and database records, ensuring required documentation is received, and data is consistent in coordination with Racing Squad Coaches. Support community outreach and development initiatives, including engagement with schools and community groups, rowing taster sessions, and recruitment activities. Provide strategic and administrative support to racing squad programmes, including coordination of communications, race-day logistics, and administrative tasks to reduce coaching workload. Act as a central administrative point of contact for racing squad lead coaches and assist with coaching delivery where required. Work with your line manager to identify your own support needs and undertake continual personal and professional development. To comply with Enable's Codes of practice and conduct, including policies and procedures concerning data protection, health and safety and safeguarding. To be committed to the promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion for others, both colleagues and clients. To create and maintain a safe, supportive and welcoming environment where all people are treated with dignity and their identity and culture are valued and respected. Report any instances of inappropriate behaviour or discrimination. Ensure data is kept securely in line with data protection law and Enable LC's procedures. To be fully aware of the principles of safeguarding as they apply to children and vulnerable adults in relation to your work role. Always follow safeguarding procedures and ensure that your line manager is kept fully informed of any safeguarding concerns. To carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities that contribute to the overall function of the team, appropriate with the grading of the post. Assist with any duties, events or activities hosted by Enable. Skills and Experience Experience working with Rowing Clubs/ Rowing Coaches preferred BR level 2 coaching qualification & power boat licence (Desired not required) This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a company that positively impacts the community around them! If you are someone that is motivated by a desire to enrich the lives of others and make a genuine difference, then please Apply Now and follow the prompts. If this role not quite right, however you are still interested in working at Enable then we encourage you to get in touch today on Enable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. To find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website.
Location: London Salary: £40,000 per annum Contract: Permanent, full-time Hours: 40 hours per week (inclusive of breaks), with some evening and weekend work required Annual leave: 22 days plus bank holidays Background The organisation is more than a cultural space; it is a vibrant community hub where creativity thrives, voices are heard and everyone is welcomed and celebrated. Its vision is to empower undervalued, unheard and excluded communities through creative and cultural spaces, rooted in a strong theatrical and community legacy. The organisation is dedicated to presenting and collaborating with voices and perspectives often marginalised in mainstream funded culture. Its values are to be welcoming, radical and collaborative, celebrating a distinctive identity and growing accomplishments. About the role As Senior Development Manager, you will acquire and manage relationships with individuals, corporate organisations, trusts, foundations and statutory funders who align with the organisation's mission, values and community ambitions. You will translate artistic and civic work into compelling cases for support across individual giving, corporate partnerships and trusts and foundations. Working closely across teams, you will help ensure fundraising activity supports artistic, civic and community ambitions and contributes to sustainable growth. What are we looking for? The organisation is seeking an experienced, dynamic and strategic fundraiser who thrives on delivery. You will be confident working across income streams and internally with the Commercial Director, Trustees, senior leadership and colleagues to engage and cultivate high-value donors and partners. Leadership and Management Contribute to and implement fundraising, membership and partnership strategies Refine fundraising strategy based on learning and performance Align fundraising priorities with the organisation's mission and strategic objectives Fundraising Lead diversified income generation with a focus on individuals, trusts and foundations and corporate partnerships Oversee proposals, pitches and negotiations with supporters and partners Develop engaging digital fundraising campaigns with Marketing and Communications Secure grants supporting artistic programming and civic engagement Funder and Partnership Development Identify, cultivate and secure new high-value funders and partners Lead stewardship of key relationships with personalised engagement Implement cultivation and stewardship strategies to deepen long-term support Financial, Data and Administrative Oversight Monitor fundraising effectiveness and reporting Oversee budgets with the Commercial Director and liaise with Finance Ensure accurate processes including Gift Aid, GDPR compliance and reporting Report progress to the Executive Leadership Team and Board of Trustees Public Relations and Advocacy Represent the organisation at events and donor meetings Keep up to date with best practice in cultural and charity fundraising Person Specification Experience (required) Proven experience where philanthropic, corporate or grant income is central Track record of delivering income growth Experience securing and managing funding relationships Strong internal communication and stakeholder engagement skills Knowledge of UK charity, tax and fundraising legislation Experience (desirable) Arts, heritage or comparable sector fundraising experience Knowledge of international fundraising and tax-effective giving Experience of legacy or endowment fundraising Personal characteristics Dynamic, resilient and collaborative Excellent communication and project management skills Strong alignment with the organisation's values and mission Basic Terms and Conditions The role is primarily based at a London arts venue. Working days may include evenings and weekends. How to Apply Please explain what attracts you to the role and provide evidence of how you meet the criteria. Apply via the organisation's online recruitment platform by uploading your CV and a covering letter (maximum two sides of A4, size 12 font). Deadline: 9am, 27 April 2026 First interviews: Week commencing 27 April 2026 Second interviews: Week commencing 4 May 2026 You may have experience in the following: Senior Development Manager, Development Manager, Fundraising Manager, Head of Development, Senior Fundraising Manager, Partnerships Manager, Philanthropy Manager, Development and Partnerships Manager, Arts Fundraising Manager, Charity Fundraising Manager, Trusts and Foundations Manager, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Development Lead. REF-
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
Location: London Salary: £40,000 per annum Contract: Permanent, full-time Hours: 40 hours per week (inclusive of breaks), with some evening and weekend work required Annual leave: 22 days plus bank holidays Background The organisation is more than a cultural space; it is a vibrant community hub where creativity thrives, voices are heard and everyone is welcomed and celebrated. Its vision is to empower undervalued, unheard and excluded communities through creative and cultural spaces, rooted in a strong theatrical and community legacy. The organisation is dedicated to presenting and collaborating with voices and perspectives often marginalised in mainstream funded culture. Its values are to be welcoming, radical and collaborative, celebrating a distinctive identity and growing accomplishments. About the role As Senior Development Manager, you will acquire and manage relationships with individuals, corporate organisations, trusts, foundations and statutory funders who align with the organisation's mission, values and community ambitions. You will translate artistic and civic work into compelling cases for support across individual giving, corporate partnerships and trusts and foundations. Working closely across teams, you will help ensure fundraising activity supports artistic, civic and community ambitions and contributes to sustainable growth. What are we looking for? The organisation is seeking an experienced, dynamic and strategic fundraiser who thrives on delivery. You will be confident working across income streams and internally with the Commercial Director, Trustees, senior leadership and colleagues to engage and cultivate high-value donors and partners. Leadership and Management Contribute to and implement fundraising, membership and partnership strategies Refine fundraising strategy based on learning and performance Align fundraising priorities with the organisation's mission and strategic objectives Fundraising Lead diversified income generation with a focus on individuals, trusts and foundations and corporate partnerships Oversee proposals, pitches and negotiations with supporters and partners Develop engaging digital fundraising campaigns with Marketing and Communications Secure grants supporting artistic programming and civic engagement Funder and Partnership Development Identify, cultivate and secure new high-value funders and partners Lead stewardship of key relationships with personalised engagement Implement cultivation and stewardship strategies to deepen long-term support Financial, Data and Administrative Oversight Monitor fundraising effectiveness and reporting Oversee budgets with the Commercial Director and liaise with Finance Ensure accurate processes including Gift Aid, GDPR compliance and reporting Report progress to the Executive Leadership Team and Board of Trustees Public Relations and Advocacy Represent the organisation at events and donor meetings Keep up to date with best practice in cultural and charity fundraising Person Specification Experience (required) Proven experience where philanthropic, corporate or grant income is central Track record of delivering income growth Experience securing and managing funding relationships Strong internal communication and stakeholder engagement skills Knowledge of UK charity, tax and fundraising legislation Experience (desirable) Arts, heritage or comparable sector fundraising experience Knowledge of international fundraising and tax-effective giving Experience of legacy or endowment fundraising Personal characteristics Dynamic, resilient and collaborative Excellent communication and project management skills Strong alignment with the organisation's values and mission Basic Terms and Conditions The role is primarily based at a London arts venue. Working days may include evenings and weekends. How to Apply Please explain what attracts you to the role and provide evidence of how you meet the criteria. Apply via the organisation's online recruitment platform by uploading your CV and a covering letter (maximum two sides of A4, size 12 font). Deadline: 9am, 27 April 2026 First interviews: Week commencing 27 April 2026 Second interviews: Week commencing 4 May 2026 You may have experience in the following: Senior Development Manager, Development Manager, Fundraising Manager, Head of Development, Senior Fundraising Manager, Partnerships Manager, Philanthropy Manager, Development and Partnerships Manager, Arts Fundraising Manager, Charity Fundraising Manager, Trusts and Foundations Manager, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Development Lead. REF-
The Fundraising & Marketing Manager will oversee and implement strategies to increase funding and promote the social welfare mission. This role will require expertise in marketing and fundraising to contribute effectively to the well being of beneficiaries. Client Details My client is dedicated to improving the lives of people in the community. They focus on providing essential services and support, aiming to make a meaningful impact in their area. Description Driving and diversifying income growth across grants, voluntary giving, legacies and community fundraising Shaping and delivering the fundraising and marketing strategy Overseeing PR, digital, CRM, social media and supporter engagement, using innovative channels such as affiliate marketing Building partnerships with funders, supporters and external agencies Managing and inspiring a talented and driven team Ensuring activity is compliant, data-driven and aligned to strategic goals Profile A successful Fundraising & Marketing Manager should have: A strong background in fundraising and marketing within the not-for-profit sector. Proven ability to develop and execute successful campaigns. Excellent communication and relationship management skills. Knowledge of fundraising CRMs and GDPR. Proficiency in digital marketing tools and software. A commitment to the mission and values of the organisation. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from 42,000 to 48,000 per annum. Employer pension contribution after probationary period. Opportunity to make a tangible impact in the not-for-profit sector. Work with a talented and dedicated team. Join a dedicated organisation committed to making a difference. Apply now to take the next step in your career as a Fundraising & Marketing Manager!
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
The Fundraising & Marketing Manager will oversee and implement strategies to increase funding and promote the social welfare mission. This role will require expertise in marketing and fundraising to contribute effectively to the well being of beneficiaries. Client Details My client is dedicated to improving the lives of people in the community. They focus on providing essential services and support, aiming to make a meaningful impact in their area. Description Driving and diversifying income growth across grants, voluntary giving, legacies and community fundraising Shaping and delivering the fundraising and marketing strategy Overseeing PR, digital, CRM, social media and supporter engagement, using innovative channels such as affiliate marketing Building partnerships with funders, supporters and external agencies Managing and inspiring a talented and driven team Ensuring activity is compliant, data-driven and aligned to strategic goals Profile A successful Fundraising & Marketing Manager should have: A strong background in fundraising and marketing within the not-for-profit sector. Proven ability to develop and execute successful campaigns. Excellent communication and relationship management skills. Knowledge of fundraising CRMs and GDPR. Proficiency in digital marketing tools and software. A commitment to the mission and values of the organisation. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from 42,000 to 48,000 per annum. Employer pension contribution after probationary period. Opportunity to make a tangible impact in the not-for-profit sector. Work with a talented and dedicated team. Join a dedicated organisation committed to making a difference. Apply now to take the next step in your career as a Fundraising & Marketing Manager!
A charity that provides specialised support to adults with sensory impairments, disabilities, and long-term health conditions is looking to appoint a commercially minded, strategic and ambitious leader as its next Chief Executive Officer.This is not a traditional charity CEO role. They are looking for someone who can combine a strong sense of purpose with commercial awareness someone who can build on the organisation s strong local reputation, grow and develop services, strengthen partnerships, and help create income streams that move the charity away from relying too heavily on grants and commissioned tenders.The role may suit an existing CEO of a smaller organisation, a senior leader looking for a first Chief Executive position, or someone from the public, health, social care, housing, education, membership or commercial sectors who can bring relevant transferable experience in business development, service growth, stakeholder engagement and organisational leadership.About our clientThey exist for one reason: to make sure that a sensory impairment, disability or long-term health condition does not stop anyone from living a full and connected life.They work with people across South Tyneside and Gateshead to help them stay informed, feel empowered and build the resilience to deal with whatever life brings. Behind this work is a team of professionals and people with lived experience of disability and sensory loss. They do not just understand the needs of the community they support for many of them, those experiences are personal.Their vision is for disabled people and those with sensory loss across the region to feel informed, empowered and resilient.The OpportunityThe organisation now needs someone with a stronger commercial and business focus someone who can help lead its next phase of development by broadening its reach, expanding services and building a more diverse and sustainable income base.A key priority for the next CEO will be to reduce reliance on grants and tendered income by developing other revenue streams, increasing unrestricted income and identifying opportunities for growth. This means they are looking for someone who is outward-facing, entrepreneurial and confident in spotting opportunities, building relationships and turning ideas into action.This is a genuine opportunity to shape the future of a well-regarded organisation with strong local roots, a clear purpose and real potential for further development.The RoleAs Chief Executive, you will provide overall strategic and operational leadership, working closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver the organisation s vision, business plan and long-term sustainability.You will lead the organisation externally with commissioners, funders, partners, businesses and other stakeholders, while also ensuring that services remain high quality, responsive and financially sustainable.Key Responsibilities Lead the charity as its senior representative and ambassador, building strong external relationships and raising the organisation s profileWork with the Board to shape and deliver strategy, business planning and long-term sustainabilityDrive service development and identify opportunities to grow and expand reach and impactDevelop and diversify income streams, with a strong emphasis on reducing reliance on grants and tendersOversee service delivery, operations and organisational performanceLead and develop staff, volunteers and senior managersEnsure effective financial management, governance, compliance and risk management About YouThis role is likely to suit someone who enjoys building organisations, growing services, developing new income opportunities and working externally as well as internally. You will understand how to balance mission with sustainability and will be motivated by the chance to lead an organisation that is ambitious about both its impact and its future.Essential experience Senior leadership experience in a charity, not-for-profit or other relevant organisation, or in a comparable leadership role with clearly transferable experiencePartnership development and external stakeholder managementBusiness planning, service development and organisational growthIncome generation, fundraising, contract management or commercial developmentFinancial management, including budgeting and delivery against income and cost targetsLeading and developing staff and teamsGovernance, risk management and implementing effective controls Desirable experience Experience or knowledge of disability, sensory support, health, social care or community servicesExperience of leading organisational change Essential skills and attributes Strategic and commercially awareStrong leadership and relationship-building skillsA confident communicator who can influence and inspire confidenceAble to identify opportunities and turn them into practical actionInclusive, resilient and collaborative in approachUnderstanding of, or empathy with, the people and communities SAM supports Additional requirements Degree-level education or equivalent professional qualificationAccess to a car for work purposesClean driving licenceHead Office is in Gateshead and there is a second premises in South Shields. You will be required to physically cover both offices Equality and Diversity"We value diversity and promote equality. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to support your application."What happens next?Please apply online. The agent, Hiring People, will then contact you directly about the next steps. If shortlisted, you may be asked to complete a short video interview. Please be sure to check your junk/spam.Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
A charity that provides specialised support to adults with sensory impairments, disabilities, and long-term health conditions is looking to appoint a commercially minded, strategic and ambitious leader as its next Chief Executive Officer.This is not a traditional charity CEO role. They are looking for someone who can combine a strong sense of purpose with commercial awareness someone who can build on the organisation s strong local reputation, grow and develop services, strengthen partnerships, and help create income streams that move the charity away from relying too heavily on grants and commissioned tenders.The role may suit an existing CEO of a smaller organisation, a senior leader looking for a first Chief Executive position, or someone from the public, health, social care, housing, education, membership or commercial sectors who can bring relevant transferable experience in business development, service growth, stakeholder engagement and organisational leadership.About our clientThey exist for one reason: to make sure that a sensory impairment, disability or long-term health condition does not stop anyone from living a full and connected life.They work with people across South Tyneside and Gateshead to help them stay informed, feel empowered and build the resilience to deal with whatever life brings. Behind this work is a team of professionals and people with lived experience of disability and sensory loss. They do not just understand the needs of the community they support for many of them, those experiences are personal.Their vision is for disabled people and those with sensory loss across the region to feel informed, empowered and resilient.The OpportunityThe organisation now needs someone with a stronger commercial and business focus someone who can help lead its next phase of development by broadening its reach, expanding services and building a more diverse and sustainable income base.A key priority for the next CEO will be to reduce reliance on grants and tendered income by developing other revenue streams, increasing unrestricted income and identifying opportunities for growth. This means they are looking for someone who is outward-facing, entrepreneurial and confident in spotting opportunities, building relationships and turning ideas into action.This is a genuine opportunity to shape the future of a well-regarded organisation with strong local roots, a clear purpose and real potential for further development.The RoleAs Chief Executive, you will provide overall strategic and operational leadership, working closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver the organisation s vision, business plan and long-term sustainability.You will lead the organisation externally with commissioners, funders, partners, businesses and other stakeholders, while also ensuring that services remain high quality, responsive and financially sustainable.Key Responsibilities Lead the charity as its senior representative and ambassador, building strong external relationships and raising the organisation s profileWork with the Board to shape and deliver strategy, business planning and long-term sustainabilityDrive service development and identify opportunities to grow and expand reach and impactDevelop and diversify income streams, with a strong emphasis on reducing reliance on grants and tendersOversee service delivery, operations and organisational performanceLead and develop staff, volunteers and senior managersEnsure effective financial management, governance, compliance and risk management About YouThis role is likely to suit someone who enjoys building organisations, growing services, developing new income opportunities and working externally as well as internally. You will understand how to balance mission with sustainability and will be motivated by the chance to lead an organisation that is ambitious about both its impact and its future.Essential experience Senior leadership experience in a charity, not-for-profit or other relevant organisation, or in a comparable leadership role with clearly transferable experiencePartnership development and external stakeholder managementBusiness planning, service development and organisational growthIncome generation, fundraising, contract management or commercial developmentFinancial management, including budgeting and delivery against income and cost targetsLeading and developing staff and teamsGovernance, risk management and implementing effective controls Desirable experience Experience or knowledge of disability, sensory support, health, social care or community servicesExperience of leading organisational change Essential skills and attributes Strategic and commercially awareStrong leadership and relationship-building skillsA confident communicator who can influence and inspire confidenceAble to identify opportunities and turn them into practical actionInclusive, resilient and collaborative in approachUnderstanding of, or empathy with, the people and communities SAM supports Additional requirements Degree-level education or equivalent professional qualificationAccess to a car for work purposesClean driving licenceHead Office is in Gateshead and there is a second premises in South Shields. You will be required to physically cover both offices Equality and Diversity"We value diversity and promote equality. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to support your application."What happens next?Please apply online. The agent, Hiring People, will then contact you directly about the next steps. If shortlisted, you may be asked to complete a short video interview. Please be sure to check your junk/spam.Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Executive Assistant to UK Chief Financial Officer Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis Location: London - you will be expected to be in the office at least 3 days a week The opportunity Our UK Chief Financial Officer is seeking an Executive Assistant who demonstrates initiative, anticipates challenges, and delivers solutions with confidence. In this pivotal role, you will operate at the heart of a dynamic Finance function, supporting the UK CFO in a fast paced environment where priorities can shift rapidly. This opportunity requires not only first class organisation and communication skills, but also the resilience and composure to manage competing demands while upholding the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality. You will be the trusted partner to the UK CFO and need to be proactive, adaptable and can work both independently and collaboratively to produce high quality support. The ideal candidate will be a natural communicator and listener and someone that thrives in a dynamic workplace and is confident engaging at C suite level to effectively anticipate and deliver to the needs of the UK CFO and Finance Executive Team. Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren't available full time. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you may need. What will you be doing? Partner directly with the UK CFO, providing seamless executive support and acting as a trusted advisor in all areas of daily operations Proactively manage a complex calendar, including strategic prioritisation of meetings, appointments, speaking engagements, and domestic/international travel. Coordinate closely around the Finance quarterly cycle, such as Board meetings, demonstrating sound judgement and discretion Act as a key liaison between the UK CFO and the Finance Executive Team, as well as Group, EMEA, CEO Office, and external regulatory bodies. Ensuring efficient information flow, timely responses, and a positive Zurich experience for all stakeholders Maintain excellent stakeholder relationships as the main point of contact for the CFO office, using strong interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and confidentiality to manage enquiries, resolve issues, and drive effective outcomes Anticipate and manage a high volume of critical deadlines, ensuring the CFO is well briefed, prepared, and able to focus on priority tasks Collaborate closely with the Finance Strategic Execution Manager and the wider EA community to align on priorities and drive seamless execution Take ownership of planning and executing key Finance events, including off sites for up to 85 participants Prepare high quality documents, reports, presentations and correspondence, ensuring accuracy, attention to detail and timely distribution Manage sensitive data and maintain strict confidentiality across all aspects of the role Lead by example within the Finance PA/EA community. Sharing best practice, mentoring colleagues, and promoting a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement Undertake a range of support duties as required, adapting to new responsibilities and ad hoc projects as the needs of the CFO and Finance function evolve What are we looking for? Located within a commutable distance to our London office (minimum three days per week), with flexibility to occasionally travel to Swindon and Whiteley offices as required Significant experience supporting C suite executives in a fast paced, regulated environment Demonstrable track record of operating independently, using sound judgement, discretion and a proactive approach to solving complex problems Exceptional organisational, prioritisation and time management skills with a relentless attention to detail Outstanding communication and relationship building skills - you are confident, approachable and able to influence at senior levels Resilient, resourceful and comfortable navigating ambiguity; thrives under pressure and remains positive, composed and solutions focused A strong contributor to team culture, willing to share knowledge and support others across the wider EA community Maintains the highest standards of confidentiality, integrity and professionalism at all times Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel), with excellent written communication, editing and proofreading skills Energetic, curious and eager to contribute to Zurich's commitment to delivering a brighter future together As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You'll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply. What will you get in return? Everyone's different. That's why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday. At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we're creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet. With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you'll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long standing player in the insurance industry. We've made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other's wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future. If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great. Our Culture: At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we're particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we've won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic. We've an environment that places a real importance on our people's wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We're also committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities. We're passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we've awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million. We'd love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please send an email to So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us. Financials 12% defined non contributory pension scheme. Annual company bonus. Income Protection. Life cover - four times your salary. Time away 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays. You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you. The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday. Three days paid volunteering. Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave. Your health is important to us Access to private medical insurance. Virtual GP appointments. Discounted gym membership. Free flu jab. Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners. We're making a difference Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the 'UN Business Ambition for 1.5 C' pledge. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
Executive Assistant to UK Chief Financial Officer Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis Location: London - you will be expected to be in the office at least 3 days a week The opportunity Our UK Chief Financial Officer is seeking an Executive Assistant who demonstrates initiative, anticipates challenges, and delivers solutions with confidence. In this pivotal role, you will operate at the heart of a dynamic Finance function, supporting the UK CFO in a fast paced environment where priorities can shift rapidly. This opportunity requires not only first class organisation and communication skills, but also the resilience and composure to manage competing demands while upholding the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality. You will be the trusted partner to the UK CFO and need to be proactive, adaptable and can work both independently and collaboratively to produce high quality support. The ideal candidate will be a natural communicator and listener and someone that thrives in a dynamic workplace and is confident engaging at C suite level to effectively anticipate and deliver to the needs of the UK CFO and Finance Executive Team. Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren't available full time. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you may need. What will you be doing? Partner directly with the UK CFO, providing seamless executive support and acting as a trusted advisor in all areas of daily operations Proactively manage a complex calendar, including strategic prioritisation of meetings, appointments, speaking engagements, and domestic/international travel. Coordinate closely around the Finance quarterly cycle, such as Board meetings, demonstrating sound judgement and discretion Act as a key liaison between the UK CFO and the Finance Executive Team, as well as Group, EMEA, CEO Office, and external regulatory bodies. Ensuring efficient information flow, timely responses, and a positive Zurich experience for all stakeholders Maintain excellent stakeholder relationships as the main point of contact for the CFO office, using strong interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and confidentiality to manage enquiries, resolve issues, and drive effective outcomes Anticipate and manage a high volume of critical deadlines, ensuring the CFO is well briefed, prepared, and able to focus on priority tasks Collaborate closely with the Finance Strategic Execution Manager and the wider EA community to align on priorities and drive seamless execution Take ownership of planning and executing key Finance events, including off sites for up to 85 participants Prepare high quality documents, reports, presentations and correspondence, ensuring accuracy, attention to detail and timely distribution Manage sensitive data and maintain strict confidentiality across all aspects of the role Lead by example within the Finance PA/EA community. Sharing best practice, mentoring colleagues, and promoting a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement Undertake a range of support duties as required, adapting to new responsibilities and ad hoc projects as the needs of the CFO and Finance function evolve What are we looking for? Located within a commutable distance to our London office (minimum three days per week), with flexibility to occasionally travel to Swindon and Whiteley offices as required Significant experience supporting C suite executives in a fast paced, regulated environment Demonstrable track record of operating independently, using sound judgement, discretion and a proactive approach to solving complex problems Exceptional organisational, prioritisation and time management skills with a relentless attention to detail Outstanding communication and relationship building skills - you are confident, approachable and able to influence at senior levels Resilient, resourceful and comfortable navigating ambiguity; thrives under pressure and remains positive, composed and solutions focused A strong contributor to team culture, willing to share knowledge and support others across the wider EA community Maintains the highest standards of confidentiality, integrity and professionalism at all times Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel), with excellent written communication, editing and proofreading skills Energetic, curious and eager to contribute to Zurich's commitment to delivering a brighter future together As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You'll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply. What will you get in return? Everyone's different. That's why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday. At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we're creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet. With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you'll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long standing player in the insurance industry. We've made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other's wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future. If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great. Our Culture: At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we're particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we've won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic. We've an environment that places a real importance on our people's wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We're also committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities. We're passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we've awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million. We'd love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please send an email to So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us. Financials 12% defined non contributory pension scheme. Annual company bonus. Income Protection. Life cover - four times your salary. Time away 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays. You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you. The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday. Three days paid volunteering. Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave. Your health is important to us Access to private medical insurance. Virtual GP appointments. Discounted gym membership. Free flu jab. Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners. We're making a difference Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the 'UN Business Ambition for 1.5 C' pledge. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.
ALDER HEY CHILDRENS CHARITY
West Derby, Lancashire
This is an exciting opportunity for a Hospital Engagement Manager to join the Charity team here at Alder Hey, the UK's busiest Children's Hospital. This pivotal role acts as the bridge between Alder Hey Children's Charity and the hospital community. You will inspire NHS colleagues and families to engage with the charity, embedding philanthropy into the hospital culture and helping deliver Alder Hey's 2030 vision. As Hospital Engagement Manager, you will build strong relationships with NHS colleagues, patients, their families and volunteers to increase awareness, engagement, and fundraising activity. By developing strategic partnerships and delivering training, you will enable grateful families to support the charity in ways that are meaningful to them, driving sustainable income growth across multiple fundraising streams. We're looking for someone who loves building relationships, and brings energy, enthusiasm, and exceptional communication skills to foster a culture of giving across our hospital - from inspiring patients and families to support their local hospital charity to engaging clinicians on how the charity can enhance their ward or department. Key Responsibilities will include: Relationship building, advocacy and engagement: Act as a passionate and professional ambassador for Alder Hey Children's Charity, championing the hospital's vital work and the transformative potential of philanthropy. Build strong, trust-based relationships with assigned hospital teams, meeting regularly to increase understanding of the charity and the role of philanthropy in supporting families and improving care. Serve as the first point of contact for NHS colleagues introducing families or opening networks to potential donors. Spot strategic opportunities for increasing NHS colleague and family engagement. Programme delivery, training and internal collaboration: Lead delivery of the Grateful Patient Plan, implementing key activities to increase staff engagement and donor referrals. Deliver training sessions for Trust colleagues to build confidence in supporting fundraising and patient family philanthropy (training will be provide d). Collaborate across the charity to ensure donor referrals are managed appropriately and messaging is consistent. Develop a strong working relationship with the Grants and Impact team to stay informed about projects in key areas. Marketing, communications and visibility: Work closely with Marketing and Communications colleagues to increase charity visibility across the hospital site through branding and internal communications.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity for a Hospital Engagement Manager to join the Charity team here at Alder Hey, the UK's busiest Children's Hospital. This pivotal role acts as the bridge between Alder Hey Children's Charity and the hospital community. You will inspire NHS colleagues and families to engage with the charity, embedding philanthropy into the hospital culture and helping deliver Alder Hey's 2030 vision. As Hospital Engagement Manager, you will build strong relationships with NHS colleagues, patients, their families and volunteers to increase awareness, engagement, and fundraising activity. By developing strategic partnerships and delivering training, you will enable grateful families to support the charity in ways that are meaningful to them, driving sustainable income growth across multiple fundraising streams. We're looking for someone who loves building relationships, and brings energy, enthusiasm, and exceptional communication skills to foster a culture of giving across our hospital - from inspiring patients and families to support their local hospital charity to engaging clinicians on how the charity can enhance their ward or department. Key Responsibilities will include: Relationship building, advocacy and engagement: Act as a passionate and professional ambassador for Alder Hey Children's Charity, championing the hospital's vital work and the transformative potential of philanthropy. Build strong, trust-based relationships with assigned hospital teams, meeting regularly to increase understanding of the charity and the role of philanthropy in supporting families and improving care. Serve as the first point of contact for NHS colleagues introducing families or opening networks to potential donors. Spot strategic opportunities for increasing NHS colleague and family engagement. Programme delivery, training and internal collaboration: Lead delivery of the Grateful Patient Plan, implementing key activities to increase staff engagement and donor referrals. Deliver training sessions for Trust colleagues to build confidence in supporting fundraising and patient family philanthropy (training will be provide d). Collaborate across the charity to ensure donor referrals are managed appropriately and messaging is consistent. Develop a strong working relationship with the Grants and Impact team to stay informed about projects in key areas. Marketing, communications and visibility: Work closely with Marketing and Communications colleagues to increase charity visibility across the hospital site through branding and internal communications.
Head of Marketing As part of our client's 45th anniversary and plan for the future, we are now seeking an experienced Head of Marketing to help lead the charity into its next phase of growth. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for someone with proven experience in a similar marketing leadership position, ideally within the charity or social-care sector. Position: Head of Marketing Location: Ealing/Hybrid Hours: Full-time Contract: Permanent Salary: £41,000 - £45,000, dependent on experience Closing Date: 27th April 2026 About the Role This is a blank canvas opportunity for an ambitious marketing leader to build the marketing function from the ground up. As Head of Marketing, you will lead the marketing, communications and fundraising activity, with the freedom to design the strategy, shape the brand and messaging, and create the systems and campaigns that will support future growth. You will strengthen the digital and social media presence, build effective systems to engage supporters, and develop meaningful partnerships with sponsors and funders. You will also have the opportunity to work with a much-loved and well-established brand in the local community, helping to grow its reach and impact. Working closely with the leadership team, this role is ideal for a strategic thinker who also enjoys rolling up their sleeves, able to achieve results within budget constraints and motivated to make a tangible difference to the community. Key areas of responsibility include: Strategy & Leadership Fundraising, Grants & Sponsorships Partnerships & Community Engagement Marketing Comms/ Digital Marketing/ Online Presence Join a supportive, friendly team with a strong sense of purpose, with flexible working arrangements and the chance to shape and grow marketing, partnerships, and engagement across a diverse range of organisations and community groups. About You We're looking for an experienced marketing professional with a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach. You will have: Proven fundraising and grant application track record and achieving funding targets Passionate about supporting children with SEND and their families An innovative and dynamic character, excited about prospect of creating real change Confident in developing digital marketing and social media presence Experienced in shaping systems and process that leverage data to support inform decisions Comfortable building and managing relationships with partners, sponsors and community Flexible, proactive, that can thrive in a small charity environment Flexibility to travel for meetings, events, and donor visits including the occasional evening and weekend About the Organisation For over 45 years, the charity has been at the heart of the West London community, supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and their families. A community-focused charity driven by compassion, inclusion, and the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. Services create real, lasting impact helping children grow in confidence and ensuring families feel supported, understood, and connected. Our client is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and values diversity and inclusion in the team. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The employer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may also have experience in areas such as Marketing, Communications, Head of Marketing, Head of Communications, Marketing Manager, Marketing and Communications Manager. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Head of Marketing As part of our client's 45th anniversary and plan for the future, we are now seeking an experienced Head of Marketing to help lead the charity into its next phase of growth. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for someone with proven experience in a similar marketing leadership position, ideally within the charity or social-care sector. Position: Head of Marketing Location: Ealing/Hybrid Hours: Full-time Contract: Permanent Salary: £41,000 - £45,000, dependent on experience Closing Date: 27th April 2026 About the Role This is a blank canvas opportunity for an ambitious marketing leader to build the marketing function from the ground up. As Head of Marketing, you will lead the marketing, communications and fundraising activity, with the freedom to design the strategy, shape the brand and messaging, and create the systems and campaigns that will support future growth. You will strengthen the digital and social media presence, build effective systems to engage supporters, and develop meaningful partnerships with sponsors and funders. You will also have the opportunity to work with a much-loved and well-established brand in the local community, helping to grow its reach and impact. Working closely with the leadership team, this role is ideal for a strategic thinker who also enjoys rolling up their sleeves, able to achieve results within budget constraints and motivated to make a tangible difference to the community. Key areas of responsibility include: Strategy & Leadership Fundraising, Grants & Sponsorships Partnerships & Community Engagement Marketing Comms/ Digital Marketing/ Online Presence Join a supportive, friendly team with a strong sense of purpose, with flexible working arrangements and the chance to shape and grow marketing, partnerships, and engagement across a diverse range of organisations and community groups. About You We're looking for an experienced marketing professional with a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach. You will have: Proven fundraising and grant application track record and achieving funding targets Passionate about supporting children with SEND and their families An innovative and dynamic character, excited about prospect of creating real change Confident in developing digital marketing and social media presence Experienced in shaping systems and process that leverage data to support inform decisions Comfortable building and managing relationships with partners, sponsors and community Flexible, proactive, that can thrive in a small charity environment Flexibility to travel for meetings, events, and donor visits including the occasional evening and weekend About the Organisation For over 45 years, the charity has been at the heart of the West London community, supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and their families. A community-focused charity driven by compassion, inclusion, and the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. Services create real, lasting impact helping children grow in confidence and ensuring families feel supported, understood, and connected. Our client is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and values diversity and inclusion in the team. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The employer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may also have experience in areas such as Marketing, Communications, Head of Marketing, Head of Communications, Marketing Manager, Marketing and Communications Manager. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
PMO Specialist - Smartsheet Developer with Culture Centre Expertise I am working with a key client of ours who are looking for a highly skilled and results-driven PMO professional with deep expertise in Smartsheet development , process automation, and project portfolio management. Adept at designing, building, and maintaining advanced Smartsheet solutions tailored to project tracking, reporting, and resource management. This resource brings a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach to driving project governance, transparency, and efficiency across diverse organisational initiatives. With extensive experience working in or alongside Culture Centres , this individual understands the nuances of managing projects within mission-driven, community-focused, or non-profit environments. They are familiar with the operational models, stakeholder engagement practices, and programmatic goals common in Culture Centres and use that knowledge to align project tools and workflows to organisational culture and values. Key Strengths: Smartsheet Expertise : Proficient in building and maintaining dashboards, reports, data sheets, and automated workflows. Skilled in leveraging Smartsheet Control Centre, Data Shuttle, and Resource Management modules. Experienced in developing project templates, intake forms, and scalable portfolio solutions. PMO Best Practices : Strong knowledge of project lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid). Ability to set up PMO frameworks that support consistent reporting, risk tracking, and stakeholder communication. Proven ability to manage and track complex programs across multiple departments or teams. Culture Centre Experience : Understands the cultural, educational, and community-driven mission of Culture Centres. Experienced in aligning project outcomes with strategic initiatives in areas such as arts, education, outreach, and inclusion. Capable of managing grants, sponsorships, and public-facing programs using Smartsheet tools. Collaboration & Communication : Adept at working cross-functionally with executive leadership, program managers, and community stakeholders. Excellent at translating technical Smartsheet capabilities into user-friendly solutions for non-technical audiences. Lawrence Harvey is acting as an Employment Business in regards to this position. Visit our website and follow us on Twitter for all live vacancies (lawharveyjobs)
Oct 08, 2025
Contractor
PMO Specialist - Smartsheet Developer with Culture Centre Expertise I am working with a key client of ours who are looking for a highly skilled and results-driven PMO professional with deep expertise in Smartsheet development , process automation, and project portfolio management. Adept at designing, building, and maintaining advanced Smartsheet solutions tailored to project tracking, reporting, and resource management. This resource brings a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach to driving project governance, transparency, and efficiency across diverse organisational initiatives. With extensive experience working in or alongside Culture Centres , this individual understands the nuances of managing projects within mission-driven, community-focused, or non-profit environments. They are familiar with the operational models, stakeholder engagement practices, and programmatic goals common in Culture Centres and use that knowledge to align project tools and workflows to organisational culture and values. Key Strengths: Smartsheet Expertise : Proficient in building and maintaining dashboards, reports, data sheets, and automated workflows. Skilled in leveraging Smartsheet Control Centre, Data Shuttle, and Resource Management modules. Experienced in developing project templates, intake forms, and scalable portfolio solutions. PMO Best Practices : Strong knowledge of project lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid). Ability to set up PMO frameworks that support consistent reporting, risk tracking, and stakeholder communication. Proven ability to manage and track complex programs across multiple departments or teams. Culture Centre Experience : Understands the cultural, educational, and community-driven mission of Culture Centres. Experienced in aligning project outcomes with strategic initiatives in areas such as arts, education, outreach, and inclusion. Capable of managing grants, sponsorships, and public-facing programs using Smartsheet tools. Collaboration & Communication : Adept at working cross-functionally with executive leadership, program managers, and community stakeholders. Excellent at translating technical Smartsheet capabilities into user-friendly solutions for non-technical audiences. Lawrence Harvey is acting as an Employment Business in regards to this position. Visit our website and follow us on Twitter for all live vacancies (lawharveyjobs)
An excellent opportunity has arisen to join Westway Trust a community-guided organisation, with an ambitious and exciting vision, in the heart of Portobello, West London as our Community Engagement Manager. We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic individual who will support our vision of putting the community at the centre of everything we do, and will be committed to the value of participative community engagement. You will also have a great understanding of the needs of diverse communities and commitment to equality of opportunity. You will have strong influencing skills, and will have the right blend and balance of people skills with excellent communication and project management abilities. You ll be comfortable in connecting with the wider community, able to listen, gather the views of local people, and feed these back into our wider programme of work. Key responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to: Member Engagement Design and implement a community engagement strategy, this is to nurture positive relationships and information flow with different groups including Members, Tenants, Start-Ups, Community Groups and Community Organisations. In partnership with the Events Manager, activate an events programme, which creates opportunities for Member Organisations and other community groups and stakeholders to contribute to the Trust s broader activities and development plans, taking account of member feedback and Trust strategy as appropriate. This will require evening and weekend working Key Stakeholder Engagement Lead on the instigation, scheduling and management of the Trust s relationship with Community Forums and the relevant convenors. This may involve attending meetings, organising events, advising on operations and governance. This will involve active listening and offering feedback and advice to colleagues. Be responsible for effective stakeholder management and mapping, to include local residents, local businesses and local voluntary sector groups to ensure maximum reach. Attend community meetings on behalf of Westway Trust to listen and engage in conversations about local issues and update them on the Trust s activities. These meetings are primarily in the evening. Institutional Racism Report Playing a key role with stakeholder groups on dissemination on the Tutu Foundation Report and the progress as the Trust moves towards eliminating institutional racism . Lead on some of the areas of development by agreement with your line manager and other colleagues. Bay 20 Support the BAY 20 community operator to ensure that BAY 20 is an inclusive and accessible space for the whole community and manage their service level agreement and associated budget. Deliver the secretarial function to the Bay20 community steering group. Grants & Community Investments Support the grants and impact manager in engagement with applicants of Westway Trust s grants programmes, nurturing positive relationships with successful and unsuccessful applicants. General Duties Support the development of new, refurbished, and existing spaces with innovative community development projects and events. These may include Public Policy Round Tables; new programmes; community led events, consultations and meetings. You are a key outward facing member of the Trust, expected to demonstrate the Trusts Values and to work positively in accordance with the Trust s Equal Opportunities, Safeguarding, Health, and Safety Policies. In time you may be required to line manage at least one member of staff. Carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Experience of designing and delivering high quality, proactive and impactful community engagement activities, with a track record of creating innovative solutions to engage with people, particularly seldom heard community groups Clear evidence of sound judgement and of an ability to evaluate options to make appropriate recommendations Excellent IT skills, ability to gather information and report meaningful outputs Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ideally with experience of writing Board/Committee papers with the ability to present persuasive arguments to senior stakeholders in a formal setting At least one year experience of line management. Experience in prioritising competing demands and workloads Team working and influencing skills with an eye for detail Understanding of the needs of diverse communities and commitment to equality of opportunity The application deadline is Monday 20 October 2025 when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early. An early application is strongly recommended.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
An excellent opportunity has arisen to join Westway Trust a community-guided organisation, with an ambitious and exciting vision, in the heart of Portobello, West London as our Community Engagement Manager. We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic individual who will support our vision of putting the community at the centre of everything we do, and will be committed to the value of participative community engagement. You will also have a great understanding of the needs of diverse communities and commitment to equality of opportunity. You will have strong influencing skills, and will have the right blend and balance of people skills with excellent communication and project management abilities. You ll be comfortable in connecting with the wider community, able to listen, gather the views of local people, and feed these back into our wider programme of work. Key responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to: Member Engagement Design and implement a community engagement strategy, this is to nurture positive relationships and information flow with different groups including Members, Tenants, Start-Ups, Community Groups and Community Organisations. In partnership with the Events Manager, activate an events programme, which creates opportunities for Member Organisations and other community groups and stakeholders to contribute to the Trust s broader activities and development plans, taking account of member feedback and Trust strategy as appropriate. This will require evening and weekend working Key Stakeholder Engagement Lead on the instigation, scheduling and management of the Trust s relationship with Community Forums and the relevant convenors. This may involve attending meetings, organising events, advising on operations and governance. This will involve active listening and offering feedback and advice to colleagues. Be responsible for effective stakeholder management and mapping, to include local residents, local businesses and local voluntary sector groups to ensure maximum reach. Attend community meetings on behalf of Westway Trust to listen and engage in conversations about local issues and update them on the Trust s activities. These meetings are primarily in the evening. Institutional Racism Report Playing a key role with stakeholder groups on dissemination on the Tutu Foundation Report and the progress as the Trust moves towards eliminating institutional racism . Lead on some of the areas of development by agreement with your line manager and other colleagues. Bay 20 Support the BAY 20 community operator to ensure that BAY 20 is an inclusive and accessible space for the whole community and manage their service level agreement and associated budget. Deliver the secretarial function to the Bay20 community steering group. Grants & Community Investments Support the grants and impact manager in engagement with applicants of Westway Trust s grants programmes, nurturing positive relationships with successful and unsuccessful applicants. General Duties Support the development of new, refurbished, and existing spaces with innovative community development projects and events. These may include Public Policy Round Tables; new programmes; community led events, consultations and meetings. You are a key outward facing member of the Trust, expected to demonstrate the Trusts Values and to work positively in accordance with the Trust s Equal Opportunities, Safeguarding, Health, and Safety Policies. In time you may be required to line manage at least one member of staff. Carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Experience of designing and delivering high quality, proactive and impactful community engagement activities, with a track record of creating innovative solutions to engage with people, particularly seldom heard community groups Clear evidence of sound judgement and of an ability to evaluate options to make appropriate recommendations Excellent IT skills, ability to gather information and report meaningful outputs Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ideally with experience of writing Board/Committee papers with the ability to present persuasive arguments to senior stakeholders in a formal setting At least one year experience of line management. Experience in prioritising competing demands and workloads Team working and influencing skills with an eye for detail Understanding of the needs of diverse communities and commitment to equality of opportunity The application deadline is Monday 20 October 2025 when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early. An early application is strongly recommended.
Assistant Manager Surbiton (Part Time) Job description and person specification Imagine being told that you, or someone you love, is losing their sight. In that moment, two profound questions demand urgent answers: Can this be stopped? How will I live my life? Currently, research into preventing and treating sight loss is chronically underfunded, receiving a mere 1.2% of publicly funded health research grants: people who are blind or vision impaired are three times more likely to experience loneliness and isolation than the general population. We find and fund the brilliant minds and bright ideas that put change in sight. Our researchers are at the forefront, making breakthroughs and discoveries that will prevent, treat and cure eye disease. The partnerships we build and initiatives we support are changing life for blind and vision impaired people. We are Fight for Sight: we won t stop until we: Save Sight. Change Lives. We have a clear ambition and have the support of well-respected and highly engaged ambassadors. We are now looking for experienced, committed, and creative individuals to join our dynamic team to help realise a new five-year growth strategy. You ll be part of something impactful, we d love to hear from you. We are now looking for experienced, committed, and creative individuals to join our dynamic team as we devise and launch a new five-year strategy. You ll be part of something impactful, we d love to hear from you. The Assistant Manager will play a crucial role in the future growth of our newly merged charity and the impact that we can achieve through partnership for people with sight loss. Responsible to Commercial Manager Direct reports Immediately responsible for recruiting and developing a team of dedicated volunteers. In due course the role and responsibilities may grow in line with organisational growth and priorities. Working hours and contract Permanent, part-time 21 hours, 3 days per week but flexible over a seven-day rota Salary £15,124 PTE, Location Surbiton How to Apply Please submit your CV and a covering letter with subject header Assistant Manager Surbiton (Part Time) Your covering letter should include a supporting statement (max two pages) comprising why you think you are an ideal candidate for the role, what applicable experience you ll bring and why you want to work for Fight for Sight? Closing date for applications: Rolling Early applications are encouraged. We will be interviewing on a rolling basis; therefore, we will close the vacancy as soon as we have found the right candidate. Important note: All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we do not have a sponsoring license for non-UK employees which means that if you do not have a current, valid UK working permit, please do not apply, as we will not be able to consider your application. Role Responsibilities Purpose of Job To coach, lead and manage a team of volunteers Drive sales performance to exceed targets, maximising cost efficiency Maximise shop profits through delivery of the retail strategy, including income, gift aid donor sign up and conversion, donations and other income generators. To achieve compliance with relevant regulation e.g., health and safety and safeguarding, whilst adhering to all policies and procedures To promote strong relations within the local community to enhance the profile and good name of the charity Main Responsibilities To deliver shop income plan To achieve gift aid income objectives, donor sign up and conversion. Improving processes to deliver maximum value, coaching colleagues to success To support and manage volunteer pricing to ensure items are processed in line with policies and procedures, recognising and thanking the team for their contribution To develop a culture of ownership and follow up within own team and volunteers To adhere to safe, legal & secure requirements and standards for the shop, both front and back of house To induct, train and coach new colleagues, as evidenced through induction paperwork and development plans To role model and promote effective team communication, celebrating success and sharing best practice To liaise closely with the Warehouse Manager, Volunteer Manager and Commercial Manager To role model exceptional customer service to supporters and donors, providing feedback in a timely manner To ensure the highest standards of customer care and service are demonstrated by self, line reports and volunteers Promote, monitor and act on internal and external customer feedback To evidence effective local networking to generate donations and volunteer engagement, including local business and other stakeholders To monitor and check security of stock and debrief variances with the Commercial Manager To proactively assess own development needs and seek out development opportunities to enhance contribution to Retail objectives and operations To take ownership of good housekeeping for all areas of responsibility To accept responsibility and carry out any other task commensurate to the role Person specification: Skills, knowledge & experience Sales and Profit Monitor and be accountable for sales and category performance, as well as ensure that the team are aware of and engaged in the shop s financial performance Foster a creative and entrepreneurial shop environment where team members seek to maximise income in new and innovative ways both within the shop and through a variety of channels, such as community events Manage the team to maximise income from Gift Aid on donated products Ensure that all of Fight for Sight s financial procedures are adhered to and executed in a timely fashion by the shop team Shop Floor Ensure sourcing sufficient levels of donated stock locally in collaboration with the shop team Establish efficient and commercially successful stock processing systems (such as pricing, quality standards, consumer safety, stock density and culling stock), including backroom systems and ensure these are adhered to by the volunteer team. Ensure that all legal and Fight for Sight s internal regulations regarding donated stock are adhered to Inspire the team to provide a great customer and donor experience, which enables Fight for Sight to attract new supporters every day. Ensure that feedback, including complaints are escalated to the Area Manager within the agreed timeframes Empower the team to create original, appropriate and commercially successful visual merchandising displays, including shop windows Make sure that all procedures for the sale of new products are followed by the volunteer team (if applicable) Work with the Commercial Manager to ensure our shops are in good condition, maximise their potential and are fit for purpose Provide a safe and healthy working environment and ensure that all team members are aware of and operate within Fight for Sight s health and safety policies and procedures, including waste management and customer safety Leadership Volunteers Recruit, induct, and retain an inclusive and diverse volunteer team, which is large enough in numbers and capable to maximise the shop s income and profitability and guarantee the smooth running of the shop. Maintain an empowered, well trained, motivated and engaged volunteer team with excellent levels of communication at team and individual level. Connect the volunteer team with Fight for Sight s work and help them to understand the value of their contribution Leadership - Paid Staff Recruit, induct, and retain an inclusive and diverse volunteer team, which is large enough in numbers and capable to maximise the shop s income and profitability and guarantee the smooth running of the shop. Maintain an empowered, well trained, motivated and engaged volunteer team with excellent levels of communication at team and individual level. Connect the volunteer team with Fight for Sight s work and help them to understand the value of their contribution. Management - being part of Fight for Sight Play active part in the charity, including attending and contributing to all-staff meetings Play a key role in enabling the shop to represent Fight for Sight and increase the knowledge of the local community about our mission and work Be accountable for the integration of the shop into the local community in collaboration with the shop team Empower the team to respond to all appeals and fundraising opportunities. Adhere to and enforce Fight for Sight safeguarding policies. Other Required to adhere to Fight for Sight s mission and values Understanding of and commitment to adhere to equality, diversity, and staff health and wellbeing principles Personal qualities The ability to work under pressure whilst remaining calm and organised To be receptive to change and to act as a change agent The ability to maintain excellent rapport with staff, volunteers, supporters, and donors To demonstrate a calm and logical approach to problem solving To consistently demonstrate a dedicated approach to the quality of customer service and team working . click apply for full job details
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Assistant Manager Surbiton (Part Time) Job description and person specification Imagine being told that you, or someone you love, is losing their sight. In that moment, two profound questions demand urgent answers: Can this be stopped? How will I live my life? Currently, research into preventing and treating sight loss is chronically underfunded, receiving a mere 1.2% of publicly funded health research grants: people who are blind or vision impaired are three times more likely to experience loneliness and isolation than the general population. We find and fund the brilliant minds and bright ideas that put change in sight. Our researchers are at the forefront, making breakthroughs and discoveries that will prevent, treat and cure eye disease. The partnerships we build and initiatives we support are changing life for blind and vision impaired people. We are Fight for Sight: we won t stop until we: Save Sight. Change Lives. We have a clear ambition and have the support of well-respected and highly engaged ambassadors. We are now looking for experienced, committed, and creative individuals to join our dynamic team to help realise a new five-year growth strategy. You ll be part of something impactful, we d love to hear from you. We are now looking for experienced, committed, and creative individuals to join our dynamic team as we devise and launch a new five-year strategy. You ll be part of something impactful, we d love to hear from you. The Assistant Manager will play a crucial role in the future growth of our newly merged charity and the impact that we can achieve through partnership for people with sight loss. Responsible to Commercial Manager Direct reports Immediately responsible for recruiting and developing a team of dedicated volunteers. In due course the role and responsibilities may grow in line with organisational growth and priorities. Working hours and contract Permanent, part-time 21 hours, 3 days per week but flexible over a seven-day rota Salary £15,124 PTE, Location Surbiton How to Apply Please submit your CV and a covering letter with subject header Assistant Manager Surbiton (Part Time) Your covering letter should include a supporting statement (max two pages) comprising why you think you are an ideal candidate for the role, what applicable experience you ll bring and why you want to work for Fight for Sight? Closing date for applications: Rolling Early applications are encouraged. We will be interviewing on a rolling basis; therefore, we will close the vacancy as soon as we have found the right candidate. Important note: All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we do not have a sponsoring license for non-UK employees which means that if you do not have a current, valid UK working permit, please do not apply, as we will not be able to consider your application. Role Responsibilities Purpose of Job To coach, lead and manage a team of volunteers Drive sales performance to exceed targets, maximising cost efficiency Maximise shop profits through delivery of the retail strategy, including income, gift aid donor sign up and conversion, donations and other income generators. To achieve compliance with relevant regulation e.g., health and safety and safeguarding, whilst adhering to all policies and procedures To promote strong relations within the local community to enhance the profile and good name of the charity Main Responsibilities To deliver shop income plan To achieve gift aid income objectives, donor sign up and conversion. Improving processes to deliver maximum value, coaching colleagues to success To support and manage volunteer pricing to ensure items are processed in line with policies and procedures, recognising and thanking the team for their contribution To develop a culture of ownership and follow up within own team and volunteers To adhere to safe, legal & secure requirements and standards for the shop, both front and back of house To induct, train and coach new colleagues, as evidenced through induction paperwork and development plans To role model and promote effective team communication, celebrating success and sharing best practice To liaise closely with the Warehouse Manager, Volunteer Manager and Commercial Manager To role model exceptional customer service to supporters and donors, providing feedback in a timely manner To ensure the highest standards of customer care and service are demonstrated by self, line reports and volunteers Promote, monitor and act on internal and external customer feedback To evidence effective local networking to generate donations and volunteer engagement, including local business and other stakeholders To monitor and check security of stock and debrief variances with the Commercial Manager To proactively assess own development needs and seek out development opportunities to enhance contribution to Retail objectives and operations To take ownership of good housekeeping for all areas of responsibility To accept responsibility and carry out any other task commensurate to the role Person specification: Skills, knowledge & experience Sales and Profit Monitor and be accountable for sales and category performance, as well as ensure that the team are aware of and engaged in the shop s financial performance Foster a creative and entrepreneurial shop environment where team members seek to maximise income in new and innovative ways both within the shop and through a variety of channels, such as community events Manage the team to maximise income from Gift Aid on donated products Ensure that all of Fight for Sight s financial procedures are adhered to and executed in a timely fashion by the shop team Shop Floor Ensure sourcing sufficient levels of donated stock locally in collaboration with the shop team Establish efficient and commercially successful stock processing systems (such as pricing, quality standards, consumer safety, stock density and culling stock), including backroom systems and ensure these are adhered to by the volunteer team. Ensure that all legal and Fight for Sight s internal regulations regarding donated stock are adhered to Inspire the team to provide a great customer and donor experience, which enables Fight for Sight to attract new supporters every day. Ensure that feedback, including complaints are escalated to the Area Manager within the agreed timeframes Empower the team to create original, appropriate and commercially successful visual merchandising displays, including shop windows Make sure that all procedures for the sale of new products are followed by the volunteer team (if applicable) Work with the Commercial Manager to ensure our shops are in good condition, maximise their potential and are fit for purpose Provide a safe and healthy working environment and ensure that all team members are aware of and operate within Fight for Sight s health and safety policies and procedures, including waste management and customer safety Leadership Volunteers Recruit, induct, and retain an inclusive and diverse volunteer team, which is large enough in numbers and capable to maximise the shop s income and profitability and guarantee the smooth running of the shop. Maintain an empowered, well trained, motivated and engaged volunteer team with excellent levels of communication at team and individual level. Connect the volunteer team with Fight for Sight s work and help them to understand the value of their contribution Leadership - Paid Staff Recruit, induct, and retain an inclusive and diverse volunteer team, which is large enough in numbers and capable to maximise the shop s income and profitability and guarantee the smooth running of the shop. Maintain an empowered, well trained, motivated and engaged volunteer team with excellent levels of communication at team and individual level. Connect the volunteer team with Fight for Sight s work and help them to understand the value of their contribution. Management - being part of Fight for Sight Play active part in the charity, including attending and contributing to all-staff meetings Play a key role in enabling the shop to represent Fight for Sight and increase the knowledge of the local community about our mission and work Be accountable for the integration of the shop into the local community in collaboration with the shop team Empower the team to respond to all appeals and fundraising opportunities. Adhere to and enforce Fight for Sight safeguarding policies. Other Required to adhere to Fight for Sight s mission and values Understanding of and commitment to adhere to equality, diversity, and staff health and wellbeing principles Personal qualities The ability to work under pressure whilst remaining calm and organised To be receptive to change and to act as a change agent The ability to maintain excellent rapport with staff, volunteers, supporters, and donors To demonstrate a calm and logical approach to problem solving To consistently demonstrate a dedicated approach to the quality of customer service and team working . click apply for full job details
The Operations Manager is a senior leadership role with Home-Start Wandsworth, responsible for overseeing the operational effectiveness of the organisation. They will work closely with the Managing Director, and other members of the leadership team, to ensure the success and long term sustainability of the charity. The role oversees the operational functions of the charity including HR, IT and Finance, as well as support of service development projects. The role also requires project management of grant applications, delivery and reporting, and plays a pivotal role in shaping how we measure, communicate and enhance the impact of our work. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role. Key Responsibilities: Leadership To work collaboratively with the Managing Director and other senior leaders to deliver the objectives of the organisation. develop our services & ways of working to ensure the charity s long term sustainability. engage and motivate the team to work efficiently and effectively - according to the strategy policies and commitments we have signed up to. work closely with the Family Support Manager, to ensure our data needs are aligned with our Impact Measurements. contribute to strategic planning and collaborate with external advisors on specialist projects as required. Operations Oversee the implementation and development of operational policies and procedures, including GDPR, HR, Finance and IT. Ensure the systems, processes and policies the team are using are understood and working effectively and that ways of working are compliant with all current policies, or recommend changes as relevant. Manage the operations and ensure efficient use of resources. Manage the budget, reconciliation and year end accounting processes. Lead on operational projects and oversee office administration, tech support and premises management. Lead on Quality Assurance requirements related to operational delivery. Manage data collection and evaluation across multiple platforms including charity log. Produce tailored reports and insights for funders, Trustees and partners. Manage outsourced contracts. Organisational Development Lead on service development projects to support agreed strategies, priorities and commitments, working with other members of the team as relevant. Explore/recommend other service developments that would benefit the organisation by engagement with other Home-starts and relevant organisations. Grant Management Work closely with the Managing Director and Fundraising function to project manage grant and trust applications, deadlines and progress reports. To ensure effective monitoring of all grant & trust commitments & deliverables, liaising with other members of the team as appropriate. Deliver a regular report to the Board on performance against grants and trusts. Team Management Provide direction to the Business Support Administrator to enable effective and efficient running of the organisation. Manage staff and freelancers according to the Home-Start Wandsworth procedures, policies and values. Support effective management of any non home visiting Volunteers supporting the organisation s work. Line Management: Business Support Administrator Data specialist (freelance) Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Strategic thinker with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities Proven experience in operations management Experience in financial management essential and using Xero is desirable Strong knowledge of service evaluation and data analysis Management experience of small/medium teams Solutions focussed team player Excellent written and verbal communication Flexible and adaptable to change Excellent organisational and project management skills Experience of using Charity Log or other database management systems. Knowledge of GDPR legislation Experience of Board level reporting against objectives and/or data led reporting Experience of working in the non-profit or community support sector is desirable
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
The Operations Manager is a senior leadership role with Home-Start Wandsworth, responsible for overseeing the operational effectiveness of the organisation. They will work closely with the Managing Director, and other members of the leadership team, to ensure the success and long term sustainability of the charity. The role oversees the operational functions of the charity including HR, IT and Finance, as well as support of service development projects. The role also requires project management of grant applications, delivery and reporting, and plays a pivotal role in shaping how we measure, communicate and enhance the impact of our work. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role. Key Responsibilities: Leadership To work collaboratively with the Managing Director and other senior leaders to deliver the objectives of the organisation. develop our services & ways of working to ensure the charity s long term sustainability. engage and motivate the team to work efficiently and effectively - according to the strategy policies and commitments we have signed up to. work closely with the Family Support Manager, to ensure our data needs are aligned with our Impact Measurements. contribute to strategic planning and collaborate with external advisors on specialist projects as required. Operations Oversee the implementation and development of operational policies and procedures, including GDPR, HR, Finance and IT. Ensure the systems, processes and policies the team are using are understood and working effectively and that ways of working are compliant with all current policies, or recommend changes as relevant. Manage the operations and ensure efficient use of resources. Manage the budget, reconciliation and year end accounting processes. Lead on operational projects and oversee office administration, tech support and premises management. Lead on Quality Assurance requirements related to operational delivery. Manage data collection and evaluation across multiple platforms including charity log. Produce tailored reports and insights for funders, Trustees and partners. Manage outsourced contracts. Organisational Development Lead on service development projects to support agreed strategies, priorities and commitments, working with other members of the team as relevant. Explore/recommend other service developments that would benefit the organisation by engagement with other Home-starts and relevant organisations. Grant Management Work closely with the Managing Director and Fundraising function to project manage grant and trust applications, deadlines and progress reports. To ensure effective monitoring of all grant & trust commitments & deliverables, liaising with other members of the team as appropriate. Deliver a regular report to the Board on performance against grants and trusts. Team Management Provide direction to the Business Support Administrator to enable effective and efficient running of the organisation. Manage staff and freelancers according to the Home-Start Wandsworth procedures, policies and values. Support effective management of any non home visiting Volunteers supporting the organisation s work. Line Management: Business Support Administrator Data specialist (freelance) Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Strategic thinker with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities Proven experience in operations management Experience in financial management essential and using Xero is desirable Strong knowledge of service evaluation and data analysis Management experience of small/medium teams Solutions focussed team player Excellent written and verbal communication Flexible and adaptable to change Excellent organisational and project management skills Experience of using Charity Log or other database management systems. Knowledge of GDPR legislation Experience of Board level reporting against objectives and/or data led reporting Experience of working in the non-profit or community support sector is desirable
