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Could your leadership skills help shape the future of a charity that supports the UK's nursing and midwifery workforce? Charity People is excited to be partnering with the UK's largest funder of nurses and midwives in hardship and crisis, as they recruit a new Trustee with experience in the commercial sector experience to join their Board at an exciting point in the charity's growth journey. Location: UK-wide, head office Birmingham with key meetings in London Time Commitment: Approx. 4 Board meetings + 1 strategy day per year Term: Initially four years, with option for renewal Renumeration : Voluntary, with reasonable expenses covered With an ambitious new vision and mission , underpinned by a three-year strategy, this charity is entering a significant new phase of development, strengthening its role in supporting the wellbeing of nurses and midwives and contributing to the resilience and retention of the UK healthcare workforce. As living costs rise and workforce pressures grow, more people are turning to this charity for help. Through person-centred emotional support, financial guidance, grants and wellbeing conversations, they provide vital support when it is needed most. By helping nurses and midwives stay in the profession they care deeply about, they also strengthen the workforce that underpins patient care across the UK, and ultimately improving care for everyone. About the role Trustees play an active role in shaping strategy, addressing key opportunities and risks, and offering support and constructive challenge to the Executive Team. You will join a supportive, engaged and professionally diverse Board to provide strong governance and strategic leadership, working closely with a talented internal team. We want to be crystal clear that previous Trustee experience is not required - this charity welcomes both first-time Trustees and experienced Board members. They are committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the UK nursing and midwifery workforce. Applications are warmly welcomed from people of all backgrounds, particularly those currently under-represented on charity boards. Who are we looking for? The Board already benefits from the significant expertise of medical professionals and qualified nurses. For these vacancies, we would particularly welcome applications that strengthen the Board's commercial capability, especially from individuals with experience in banking and finance, legal practice - particularly within healthcare - and construction, especially in hospital environments. Personal attributes matter just as much. They are looking for people with: A strong and visible passion for the charity's purpose and mission An open, collaborative and inclusive leadership style Excellent judgement, independence of thought and the highest levels of integrity Ability to build a collegiate board environment, always valuing diverse perspectives How to apply A short CV or profile is a great starting point, but not essential. If you'd like the full application details or to arrange an informal conversation about the role, please get in touch. Our Regional Director, Amelia Lee , is leading this opportunity and an exploratory call with her forms part of the process ahead of shortlisting. Deadline: 9am on Monday 22nd June Interview dates to be confirmed soon, likely to be happening early July. Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Would you like to help us achieve meaningful outcomes for those affected by dementia? Do you want to use your experience in grants management to ensure our research funding programme supports the highest quality dementia research? About the role We are recruiting for a Senior Research Manager to join on a full-time, permanent contract working 35 hours per week. This is a home-based role, with occasional travel required for conferences, events and in-person stakeholder or team meetings. As Senior Research Manager, you will lead our Research Grants & Involvement team, creating an environment where people feel supported, empowered and able to contribute their best work. In doing so, you will contribute to the development and delivery of our ambitious research strategy, ensuring that our research funding programme supports the highest quality dementia research, informed at every stage by those with lived experience. You will lead a collaborative and purpose-driven team, working at the forefront of research that has the potential to transform lives. This is a highly visible and strategic role providing expert input across all aspects of dementia research, including our own funding portfolio, to contribute towards our organisational priorities. You will use your knowledge of the dementia research landscape to identify emerging trends and opportunities and shape our research funding programme. Using your extensive experience in grants management, you will ensure that our funding schemes meet the needs of the dementia research community, that our processes align with best practice and ultimately, that the research we support achieves meaningful outcomes for those affected by dementia. Interviews have been provisionally scheduled to take place via MS Teams on Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th June. About you Joining us, you'll possess relevant experience or education qualification in a relevant biomedical or health discipline, with extensive experience in research grants management, ideally in a medical research charity or similar funding organisation. To be successful in this role, you'll need to have good knowledge of the UK research funding landscape and research ecosystem, ideally in dementia. You'll also have experience of embedding or supporting public involvement in research, or working in a co-production environment. Crucially, you'll have experience leading, managing and developing high-performing teams. You'll also be a good communicator, able to work strategically with senior stakeholders, build relationships, influence and negotiate with them. What you'll focus on: - Contributing to shaping Alzheimer's Society's research strategy, defining priority research themes aligned with our overarching organisational strategy. - Acting as a trusted senior expert on dementia research internally, using horizon scanning and in-depth knowledge of Alzheimer's Society's funding portfolio. - Working collaboratively to support the identification of funding gaps and new opportunities and partnerships, leading the development of future funding initiatives aligned with Alzheimer's Society's research strategy. - Overseeing the delivery and continuous improvement of research grant operations, ensuring that processes maintain the highest standards and reflect sector best practice, working closely with the Research Grants Manager. - Developing and maintaining trusted senior level external relationships with leading dementia researchers, funders and partners, strengthening Alzheimer's Society's credibility as a leading research funder, and ensuring we are abreast of emerging trends and developments. - Overseeing the development and delivery of Alzheimer's Society's vision for meaningful and impactful involvement of people with lived experience of dementia across its research programmes, working closely with the Research Involvement Manager. - Leading, inspiring and developing a high performing team, building depth of expertise and strategic confidence and embedding a culture of test, learn and continuous improvement. About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what's our mission? Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding ground-breaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. Our hiring process We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we're happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours' notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? We know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart. Giving back to you At Alzheimer's Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You'll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Health Shield Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.

The role At South Hampstead High School, philanthropy is about more than fundraising. It is about widening access to a transformational education, strengthening lifelong connections with our community and creating opportunities for young women to flourish. As one of London's leading girls' schools approaches its 150th anniversary, this is a rare opportunity to build on an established programme and shape the next chapter of giving and engagement at South Hampstead. As Head of Philanthropy, you will develop and deliver a bold, multi-year fundraising and engagement strategy that supports the school's long-term vision, expands access through bursaries and further embeds a culture of giving across the South Hampstead community. Working closely with the Head, senior leaders and GDST colleagues, you will lead major gift fundraising, campaigns, annual giving, trusts and foundations, legacy giving, donor stewardship and alumnae engagement. This is a role with both strategic influence and visible human impact: strengthening lifelong connections with alumnae, parents, staff and friends while generating philanthropic investment that directly supports opportunity, belonging and transformational education. About you We are looking for a strategic, relationship-led development professional with significant experience in philanthropy, fundraising or advancement. You will bring a proven track record of securing major gifts, managing donor pipelines and delivering successful campaigns, alongside the credibility to work with senior stakeholders and inspire support from a wide community. Entrepreneurial, thoughtful and highly communicative, you will believe in the power of education to transform lives and be excited by the chance to build a sustainable culture of philanthropy aligned with South Hampstead's values and the wider GDST mission. About the School Working at South Hampstead is stimulating, challenging and fun. Located in leafy Hampstead, with the buzz of central London's cultural life close at hand, the school is very well served by public transport and there are excellent local amenities nearby. The school is part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools. We offer a variety of benefits, such as: Competitive salaries and pay progression Access to extensive professional development opportunities Training grants for qualifications Generous pension schemes Free life assurance benefit Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans A Cycle to Work scheme Competitive terms and conditions of employment A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools To find out more and to apply, please click the apply button. The closing date for applications is Monday 1st June 2026 at 9am. Interviews will take place on Friday 12th June 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and suitable candidates may be invited to interview before the published interview date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the position or if an offer is made and accepted. The school may also conduct online searches (including publicly available social media searches) as part of our recruitment processes. The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post .

We are seeking an inspiring and versatile leader to become Assistant Head: Co-Curricular & Partnerships at Sydenham and Dulwich Girls, enhancing the student experience through outstanding enrichment and partnerships. This is a senior role with strategic and operational responsibility for the school's academic and co-curricular enrichment provision, educational visits, and outward-facing partnerships. The postholder will ensure that enrichment at SDG is purposeful, inclusive, ambitious and central to pupils' intellectual, personal and moral development. You will have a particular focus on broadening participation for all in areas that reach beyond the curriculum, having the potential to make an enormous impact in this aspect of our educational offer. You will be given autonomy and ownership of this pivotal area of pupils' development, ensuring dynamic cross-curricular opportunities across the Senior School including driving forward our highly valued eco commitment. Creativity flows through our school and we are keen to enhance enrichment with fresh and innovative ideas, supporting our inclusive approach to educating pupils to be real-world ready through the holistic development of the requisite human skills, alongside an outstanding academic foundation, to prepare them for a happy, confident future. As Assistant Head, you will also further develop links within our local community and strengthen our House system, including charitable activity. We are looking for a creative and forward-thinking leader who can inspire colleagues and pupils alike. You should demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to lead with empathy and confidence. You must also have successful teaching experience across the 11-18 age range, up to and including A Level, alongside a proven track record of enabling high pupil achievement and previous middle leadership experience. September and January start dates will be considered. Why Sydenham & Dulwich Girls Established in 1887, Sydenham & Dulwich Girls is an independent day school for girls aged 4-18 with over 700 pupils. The school is part of the Girls' Day School Trust, the leading and largest group of independent girls' schools in the UK. The GDST is at the forefront of education for girls and has a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a strong professional development programme. These benefits include: Competitive salaries and pay progression Access to extensive professional development opportunities Training grants for qualifications Generous pension schemes Free school lunches Financial guidance and support Retail and lifestyle discounts A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools To apply, please click the apply button. For more details, please contact or the School Office on . Applications should be received by 9am on Friday 29 May 2026. We reserve the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process so early applications are encouraged. References for candidates invited to interview will be taken before the interview. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. To be eligible for employment, candidates must provide proof of their right to work in the UK. The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included. The GDST is committed to the safeguarding of, and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches, and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This is a newly created role for an experienced Head of Corporate Partnerships to lead the development and delivery of a new strategy to grow income from corporate and commercial partnerships, which includes significant investment into high value fundraising streams. This role would suit an ambitious fundraiser who is motivated by the opportunity to lead a dynamic team to deliver major growth over the next few years. Client Details Independent Age is a national charity steeped in history, dedicated to ending financial hardship in later life. The charity is a well-known campaigner for policy changes to combat poverty in later life. Their Helpline and expert advisers offer free, practical support to older people to increase their income, reduce their costs, ensure their have a roof over their head and the social care they need to live with dignity. Through their grants programme, they support hundreds of local organisations working with older people across the UK. Description Develop and deliver a cohesive corporate fundraising strategy, prioritising strategic partnerships that are high value, long term and mutually beneficial. Lead the team to develop and deliver a portfolio of qualified five, six and seven figure corporate partnership opportunities to achieve annual and multi-year targets. Work collaboratively with the Leadership Team and colleagues to develop and maintain a compelling case for support and attractive commercial opportunities. Ensure the development of robust and strategic stewardship plans that engage donors with Independent Age's work and impact to retain and grow support. Represent the team at Senior Leadership and Board sub-committee meetings where relevant. Provide inspiring and effective leadership, direction and oversight as a member of the leadership team to maximise impact for older people facing financial hardship. Profile Proven track record in high-value corporate fundraising, including personally securing and managing six and seven figure partnerships. Significant experience shaping and implementing successful corporate fundraising strategies that deliver substantial income growth. Demonstrable success establishing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial approach within teams to develop commercial opportunities and fundraising channels. Experience developing partnerships, delivering service agreements and managing contractual targets from commissioned and/or commercial sources. Experienced leader with demonstrable success leading, inspiring and motivating high-performing fundraising and partnership teams. Commitment to contributing to a positive, supportive culture and championing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Job Offer Salary - 65,678 per annum plus benefits. Permanent, full-time leadership opportunity with hybrid working Location - London W14, West Kensington Deadline: Wednesday 27th May 2026 at 9am. Applications require a tailored CV and a supporting statement. To arrange a confidential chat and to receive the full job description, please get in touch with Emma Winter, Business Director in the Charities team. Independent Age celebrates diversity and champions the differences that make each of us unique. They actively support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join them and help shape what they do. They aim to attract and retain a wide range of talent and create an environment where everyone can feel safe, protected, welcome and included. Independent Age is committed to safeguarding and follows Safer Recruitment practices to ensure they are safeguarding those they work with. A Basic DBS Certificate will be required for this role.

Head of Membership Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 per annum Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Location: King's Cross, London. Hybrid Who are we? Art Fund is the national fundraising charity for art. With over 148,000 members, we are leading the way in pioneering support for an inclusive and welcoming museum and gallery sector across the UK. We work closely with a network of over 1000 museums and respond to their needs and aspirations. We're excited to see how they want to develop: to expand and diversify their collections and workforce, develop curatorial skills, make ambitious acquisitions, and create a welcoming, inclusive space for communities. With the support of over 148,000 members who buy a National Art Pass, patrons, and donors we can provide grants, encourage visiting and advocate for museums' essential role and value. We have diversity, inclusion, and sustainability central to our thinking and the opportunity to be a force for good, galvanise support and help change things for the better inspires our team. The role We're looking for an exceptional Head of Membership to join our Audiences Directorate and take ownership of Art Fund's core membership portfolio at a pivotal moment in our growth. This is a leadership role that combines commercial weight (you'll own the membership budget, income targets, and product roadmap) with real creative purpose: shaping the propositions, pricing, and member experiences that bring art within reach of more people across the UK. You'll lead a talented team, own our CRM transformation programme, and shape the products and strategies that will grow our membership base - from retaining our loyal existing members to attracting a new generation. If you have a strong track record in membership, subscription, or loyalty programme leadership, a data-driven mindset, and a passion for what arts and culture can do for people, we'd love to hear from you. Key Employee Benefits Generous Annual leave - 25 days annual leave and bank holidays, with additional non-contractual office closure dates at Christmas. Free National Art Pass (NAP) - for yourself and another person of your choice. Free Entry to Exhibitions Life Assurance - cover for up to three times your basic salary. Season Ticket Loan Pensions - Eligible employees are enrolled into the scheme with the exception of those who have contracts of three months or less. Art Fund contributes 8% of the basic annual salary during the first six months of employment or until probation is successfully completed, whichever is the later. At that point the contribution is increased to 10%. Closing deadline: 23.59pm on 31 May 2026 Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. We are committed to building our team and trustees from the broad range of backgrounds and experiences across the UK, valuing difference and diversity, and building a workplace based on shared values of equality and mutual respect. We have ambitious plans for the future and will be holding ourselves to account and putting our principles into action, as we all work together to help bring about positive change and a fairer future for everyone. We therefore want to encourage applications from all races, ages, religions and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with any kind of disabilities and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our organisation. Non-UK nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK. Please note that any suspected use of AI in relation to answering sift questions will be marked down. No agencies please.

Category Lead for Debt Support and Advice Services c.£87,000 per annum Bedford 12 months FTC Hybrid Working The Money and Pensions Service's vision is "Everyone making the most of their money and pensions". We are a public body with a commitment to ensuring that people throughout the UK have guidance and access to the information they need to make effective financial decisions over their lifetime. Join us to support the team that provide debt advisory services and money guidance. As the Category Lead, you will oversee sourcing contracts and allocating grants to a diverse range of suppliers, mainly in professional services provision Role Overview Lead a small team to provide great commercial support for Debt - the team that supports people with information and advice on debt and free debt advice. This means sourcing contracts and allocating grants, supporting onboarding contract and grants and providing commercial advice and assistance across the whole contract lifecycle Key Responsibilities: Lead commercial activity and provide commercial advice across the full commercial lifecycle for both contracts and grants including make or buy decisions, commercial and sourcing strategies, procurement, commercial contract management and contract exit or transition. Develop effective and collaborative working relationships with all stakeholders Develop effective relationships with suppliers identifying and realising opportunities for value add Line manage up to 3 team members looking after their own wellbeing and development Inform and shape MaPS strategies for delivery of services and going to market Manage commercial governance in MAPS, DWP and Cabinet Office. Be a great commercial colleague in a lively and diverse commercial team You will need to demonstrate the following skills and experience. To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate: Commercial expertise, ideally MCIPS or equivalent with experience across the full commercial lifecycle from strategy, sourcing and procurement and commercial contract management. Knowledge of the Government Functional Standard for Grants would be helpful but not mandatory Decisive: Able to operate in a dynamic and fast-pacing environment and to make sound decisions and recommendations Relationship Building and Influencing: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build credibility with partners/stakeholders and constructively challenge situations where needed to improve outcomes. Interprets regulation: we are regulated by PCR2015 and PA23 and adopt the government functional standard for grants About Us The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is based in Bedford, in a recently renovated modern office. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to become an integral part of a dynamic organisation, working to help people across the UK.At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values - caring, connecting, and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We're not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves with our values: Caring We care about our colleagues and the people whose lives we are here to transform. Connecting We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections. Transforming We are committed to transforming lives and making a positive societal impact. Our Inclusive Working Environment By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds. We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity, and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to "bring their whole selves to work."Our colleague and ally networks encompass LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women's health, men's health, ethnicity, and diversity. What We Offer Generous Annual Leave - 30 days plus Bank Holidays Pension scheme - contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary) Interest-free loan for season tickets for buses and trains Cycle to work Scheme Subsidised eye tests & flu jabs Life assurance scheme Give as you earn scheme Employee assistance programme (EAP) PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing) Enhanced family and sick pay Paid volunteering (2 days a year) Recognition Scheme Discounts portal to numerous retailers Flexible Working At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. As standard, we work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. Hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and our headquarters in Bedford will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs, but personal and other relevant circumstances will also be considered. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for you, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post. Career Development In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil