Head of Major Giving
Hours: Full time (30 hours over 4 days)
Location: Flexible across England, Wales and Northern Ireland
(London salary applicable to candidates who live in London or are based in the London office a minimum of two days a week)
The role:
This is a great opportunity to join the UK’s biggest grassroots network dedicated to protecting people and planet at a critical time for our world.
We’re looking for an experienced high value fundraiser and team leader to join Friends of the Earth as our Head of Major Giving. The role will focus on growing income and leading our passionate and well-established high net worth team, which covers Philanthropy, Trusts and Foundations and Strategic Partnerships.
You’ll be responsible for developing the Major Giving strategy, retaining our loyal supporters and attracting new, long-term funders by refreshing the stewardship and cultivation programme to encourage deliver on our growth plans in line as we develop a new strategy to answer the challenges in the external environment and ensure that we have the funds to respond to the crises of climate, nature and inequality.
We are developing a new organisational strategy, building on our proud history of working with communities to achieve change. We have longstanding partners and loyal supporters to bring with us as we evolve to meet the challenges and deliver the urgent action needed to deliver our mission.
Key Skills and Attributes we’re looking for:
- Experience of motivating and inspiring team members to achieve high, sustainable performance.
- Collaborative and skilled at working cross organisationally and building strong internal relationships.
- A good networker and ability to work in true partnership with grassroots organisations and funding partners.
- Demonstrable experience of significant income growth and pipeline development.
- Experience of, or knowledge of campaigning organisations would be an advantage as well as organisations going through strategic change.
The team:
The Major Giving team consists of 12 people with five direct reports, leading the sub-teams of Philanthropy, Trusts and Foundations, Strategic Partnerships and our Events function. Your team sits within the Income Generation Directorate, and you’ll work closely with colleagues across that Directorate and with our Policy & Campaigns, Engagement and Community & Network Directorates.
You will play a key role in promoting a culture of philanthropy and partnerships across the entire organisation as together, we strive to create lasting change in the fight against climate and nature crisis.
For more information, please see the detailed candidate information pack.
Closing date: Monday 23rd February 2026 (23:59).
Please note we only accept applications via the Friends of the Earth Application System.
We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance including a 4-day working week with no loss of pay, additional leave for sustainable travel, excellent learning and development opportunities and a vibrant organisational culture.
Our staff body is currently under-representative of People of Colour, LGBTQIA+ people and people with long term conditions or impairments. We are committed to eroding these historic barriers, so as to create a movement in which people from all walks of life see themselves in, and so we particularly encourage you to apply if you belong to one of these groups or sit at multiple intersections of disadvantage. We are committed to the Disability Confident standard and will guarantee an interview to any candidates who declare a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Friends of the Earth staff who publicly represent Friends of the Earth (including all campaigners) are not allowed to also represent a political party. This is to ensure that there can be no confusion in the minds of the public about Friends of the Earth's party-political independence. Affected staff should also seek permission from the Senior Management Team if they wish to hold a non-public facing official role in a political party. If this is an issue, please do raise this with us as soon as possible.
Friends of the Earth is an international community dedicated to protecting the natural world and the wellbeing of everyone in it. We lead campaigns, provide resources and information, and drive real solutions to the environmental problems facing us all.
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Trainee Urban Forest Coordinator
Contract: Fixed-term (12 months). Part-time (4 days per week) Working arrangements: Site-based, working from our operations yard; The Old Depot, Myatt's Fields Park, Cormont Rd, London SE5 9RA Salary: £26,936 per annum (pro rata)Deadline to apply: February 6th 2026
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Trainee Urban Forest Coordinator will support the Urban Forest team deliver planting projects and tree establishment/maintenance activities.
The traineeship will include:
- Learning on the job key skills such as tree planting & maintenance best practice, storing & handling trees, using & maintaining tools and leading volunteers
- Supporting the efficient and high-quality delivery of Trees for Cities’ Urban Forest projects
- Supporting the Urban Forest team to deliver projects using contractors, volunteers and in-house staff to carry out the planting, maintenance and habitat management of a range of urban tree planting projects
- Supporting Trees for Cities’ maintenance programme, ensuring successful establishment of our tree stock and carrying out regular health checks
ABOUT TREES FOR CITIES
Trees for Cities is an ambitious, far-reaching organisation.
Trees for Cities is the only charity that focuses on planting, protecting and promoting urban trees across the UK. We are a rapidly growing and developing organisation that suits ambitious, dedicated and passionate staff.
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will have an interest in learning about planting standard trees and whips and maintaining urban tree planting projects. They will be motivated and ambitious, with a strong interest in environmental work, horticulture and/or Urban Forestry. They will have a positive approach and interest to learn & develop within the role. They must also be able to undertake manual handling tasks associated with the role & happy to work outside 5 days a week in all weather. Experience using hand tools and working with volunteers is beneficial but not essential.
Trees for Cities is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. We value diversity and are committed to promoting diversity within the workplace. We aim to ensure that our employees achieve their full potential and that all employment decisions, including recruitment, are taken without reference to irrelevant or discriminatory criteria. A full copy of our Equal Opportunities Policy can be provided on request.
How to apply
Click here to view the full job description. To apply, use the application link below to submit your CV and supporting statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) outlining why you are interested in the role and your fit with the Person Specification.
If you experience any issues during the application process, please email hr@treesforcities.org. Please note, we do not accept applications via email therefore only contact us if you have any questions or issues.
Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, you must therefore have a valid right to work in the UK to apply.
- The deadline to apply is Friday 6th February
- Interviews are scheduled for w/c 16th February
If you are shortlisted for an interview, you will normally be contacted within two weeks after applying. If you do not hear from us within this period then you should assume that on this occasion you have not been selected for interview.
Trees for Cities is the first UK environmental organisation to have been awarded social value certification. Trees for Cities is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No: 1032154.
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Organisational Development Specialist
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- Stratford (2 Redman Place)
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- Full time
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- Posted Today
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- End Date: February 2, 2026 (12 days left to apply)
- job requisition id
- R032674
Diverse disciplines. Varied challenges. One unique opportunity.
Organisational Development Specialist x 2
Salary: £37,000 - £40,000 per annum plus benefits
Reports to: Head of Organisational Development
Directorate: Chief Operating Office, Human Resources
Working hours: Permanent, 35 hours per week
Location: Stratford, London w/ high-flex (1 – 2 days per week in the office)
Closing date: 1 February 2026, 23:55
Recruitment Process: 1 stage Competency and technical based interview.
Interviews: From 10th February 2026
Please let us know if there were any reasonable adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact recruitment@cancer.org.uk.
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won’t be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.
Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
At Cancer Research UK, every role plays a part in our mission to beat cancer sooner—and as an Organisational Development Specialist, you’ll help shape the way we work so we can achieve even more together. You’ll turn big ideas and strategic priorities into practical changes that make a real difference to how our teams collaborate, lead, and perform. This is your chance to bring your expertise to an organisation united by a powerful purpose and committed to creating an inclusive, high-performing workplace. There are 2 newly created positions, and at least one of the appointments will require proven retail experience to support our Trading function (along with the wider organisation).
What will I be doing?
You’ll be at the heart of shaping how we work, partnering with brilliant people across CRUK to make meaningful change happen. Here’s what that looks like:
- Collaborate and consult:Work closely with HR Business Partners and Centres of Expertise to scope projects clearly—agreeing outcomes, timelines, and success measures so everyone’s aligned from the start.
- Diagnose challenges:Use structured methods like interviews, workshops, and data analysis to uncover what’s really going on—whether it’s leadership, team dynamics, culture, or ways of working.
- Shape solutions:Turn insights into clear, practical options and recommendations that help stakeholders make informed decisions and feel ownership of the change.
- Co-design interventions:Create scalable, inclusive OD solutions that strengthen leadership, team effectiveness, and change enablement—always grounded in our Centre of Expertise standards.
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JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Team Leader - Wales Salary Grade: £18,200 Responsible to: Director of Operations - Wales Location: Various – based in Conwy Hours of work: 25 (flexible, includes admin time) plus on-call Qualification Required: Level 3 Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards) Line Management Responsibility for: Support Staff Job Purpose: To be responsible for the management of one or more supported living and domiciliary care services To be responsible for the effective line management of the staff teams To undertake needs assessments in relation to people wishing to use Focus Care Wales \ Rowan Care’s support services To provide leadership and motivation, ensuring staff are able to provide flexible, efficient and high quality services To manage allocated budgets and resources efficiently and effectively To be part of, and play an active role, in the management team of Focus Care Wales \ Rowan Care under the Expect Group of Companies To promote the work of Focus Care Wales\Rowan Care under the Expect Group of Companies and help secure additional business Main Duties and Responsibilities: Service Delivery: 1. To ensure that the service/s is compliant with Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) Standards and best practice 2. To ensure that Needs Assessments of people wishing to use our services are carried out competently 3. To respond flexibly to emergencies, this may involve arranging appropriate assistance or attending to problems out of hours etc 4. To ensure services provided are of a high standard, person focused and appropriate to the assessed need 5. To ensure that Focus Care Wales\Rowan Care under the Expect Group of Companies quality standards and performance measures are adhered to 6. To be part of the internal audit process 7. To carry out on-call duties as required and as part of an on-call rota. Management of Staff: 8. To identify, organise and assist in staff recruitment 9. To provide local induction programmes for all new staff joining the service 10. To carry out capability, disciplinary and grievance investigations and procedures as directed 11. To oversee and/or manage the allocation of work within the identified span of control, including the authorisation of staff rotas 12. To ensure all staff receive adequate supervision, have an annual appraisal and that team meetings are regularly facilitated 13. To manage, monitor, record and authorise annual leave and to monitor and manage sickness absence for staff Finance: 14. To manage allocated resources efficiently and effectively including, on a monthly basis, the formal approval of budget sheets 15. To report to the Service Manager - Wales any matters relating to the financial performance of specified services with a view to ensuring a balanced budget and meeting any efficiency targets agreed 16. To ensure that all payroll deadlines are met for staff working within the services and that timesheets and/or equivalent electronic systems are authorised as accurate Safeguarding: 17. To appraise the Service Manager - Wales of matters arising which are particularly sensitive or controversial in nature, including issues relating to the safeguarding of vulnerable adults 18. To be responsible for making any safeguarding referrals in line with local procedures Communication: 19. To develop and maintain a cooperative relationship with both commissioners of service and other independent sector providers 20. To provide reports in relation to operational activity as required by SMT and/or Trustees 21. To co-ordinate and take responsibility for chairing meetings and reviews relevant to the post and to represent the Company as appropriate 22. To investigate complaints at the initial “Problem Solving” stage from Service Users and their representatives, commissioners and other stakeholders and to report all issues of a serious nature to the Service Manager - Wales. All complaints to be logged in accordance with company procedures. General Duties: 1. To maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities and, in turn, encourage and support staff in their development and training. 2. To undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are deemed consistent with the general level of responsibility of this position. 3. To undertake health and safety duties commensurate with the post and/or as detailed in Focus Care Wales\Rowan Care under the Expect Group of Companies Health and Safety Policy. 4. To comply with Focus Care Wales\Rowan Care under the Expect Group of Companies Policy and Procedures. 5. To undertake any other duties and/or responsibilities in connection with the leadership and management of the Charity as instructed by a Senior Manager, the Chair (or other member of the Board of D...
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ISTD exists to make teaching and learning dance accessible to all.
Our membership is recognised as the mark of quality dance teaching around the world. We support teachers to develop their careers and businesses through progressive training, performance qualifications and events. Together, we aim to build a diverse and sustainable dance profession by championing inclusion and increasing access to dance teaching
The Society is a registered educational charity (250397), regulated examinations board, and membership association. With 6000 members in 59 countries worldwide, we conduct over 120,000 examinations and 20,000 hours of Continuing Professional Development each year.
Summary of Role
The Head of HR and Operations is a strategic and operational leader responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation’s people strategy. They will ensure that HR practices support the charity’s mission, values, and goals—fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture. The role oversees all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, performance, development, engagement, and compliance.
In addition to leading the HR function, the Head of HR and Operations will provide oversight of operational areas of facilities and technology, ensuring these services are aligned with organisational needs and delivered efficiently. This role is pivotal in supporting the charity’s growth, transformation, and long-term sustainability.
The role is part-time (28 hours / week, 0.8 FTE), reports to the Director of Operations and Digital Transformation and leads a team including an HR Administrator, Facilities Manager and PA to the CEO.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership
- Develop and implement a people strategy aligned with the charity’s mission and strategic objectives.
- Advise senior leadership on organisational design, workforce planning, and change management.
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across all levels of the organisation.
Operational HR Management
- Lead recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes to attract and retain talent.
- Oversee performance management, employee relations, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Manage compensation, benefits, and payroll in line with sector benchmarks.
- Ensure compliance with employment law and HR policies.
- Promote learning and development across all teams.
Culture and Engagement
- Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
- Lead employee engagement initiatives and internal communications.
- Support leadership development and succession planning.
Facilities and Technology Oversight
- Provide strategic and operational oversight of facilities management and reception services, ensuring safe and functional workspaces
- Maintain positive relationships with building tenants
- Liaise with IT providers to ensure effective technology support and asset management.
- Support operational planning and budget management across facilities and technology functions.
Governance and Reporting
- Maintain accurate HR records and reporting for audits and compliance.
- Prepare reports and insights for the Council of Trustees and for senior leadership.
- Manage HR budgets and contribute to financial planning.
Person Specification
- Extensive HR experience including recruitment, performance, culture, and L&D.
- Strategic thinker with operational execution capability.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Proven budget and people management experience.
- Knowledge of employment law and health & safety.
- Takes personal responsibility with a flexible, “can do” attitude
- CIPD qualification or equivalent (desirable).
Working Hours
This is a part-time role, working 28 hours per week, 4 days a week including Tuesday and Friday from 9am to 5pm with a one-hour lunch break.
Additional Information
Hybrid working: at least 1 day in-office, remainder remote. Hybrid arrangements subject to review.
The office remains open from Monday to Friday and is available for those who would prefer to work in the office environment or have difficulties working remotely
Remuneration
Band F salary range: £47,919 to £56,376 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience.
Benefits
- 37 days annual leave includi...
ROLE STATUS HOURS National Fundraising and Community Engagement Manager Full-time 40 hours/week RESPONSIBLE TO Chief Operating Officer SALARY From £35,000 - £40,000 (dependent upon experience) THE ORGANISATION Established in 2001, Ummah Welfare Trust is a UK-based international relief and development charity. Inspired by the Islamic teachings of empathy, generosity and selflessness, the trust aims to alleviate poverty and suffering across the world, and also ensuring that the rights of those who are neglected and oppressed are fulfilled by providing sustainable development solutions relating to shelter, education, health, and spiritual wellbeing. Knowing that we are all ultimately accountable to the Almighty, the charity strives to maintain transparency and accountability, and as such the charity also has a full and transparent audit trail from the donor to the beneficiary. To find out more about the organisation please visit our website on: https://uwt.org/ THE ROLE UWT is recruiting a National Fundraising and Community Engagement Manager to coordinate its Fundraising and Community Engagement strategy and delivery. Based primarily at the head office, the post holder will facilitate the Fundraising and Media teams with creativity, imagination, excellent planning, organisation and management to maximise awareness of the organisation’s campaigns, and also drive new initiatives to ensure the long-term sustainability of charitable donations. OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES • Develop, coordinate and implement the charity’s fundraising strategy in line with the following factors: - - - emerging spiritual and humanitarian demands of the Ummah; the changing socio-economic, demographic, geographical, donating patterns and volunteering trends within our donor and volunteer communities; and the organisation’s values and changing needs • Manage day to day activities of Fundraising and Media teams for an effective and efficient delivery of the • • charity’s campaigns, programmes and activities, and generate funds for the poor and needy; and Ensure the key stakeholder relationships are developed and managed effectively to maximise donations Support the COO to strategise and lead on related organisational development activities and projects, for the whole charity. • Manage the relevant budgets. • Ensuring the charity is complying with the relevant standards of the Fundraising Regulator’s guidance. STRATEGY • Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of the fundraising strategy and work plans, and systems to achieve income targets • Contribute to developing a short/long term strategy for the department in line with UWT’s strategy, policies and procedures. • Work with different departments of UWT and partners to ensure the alignment of UWT’s fundraising strategy and funds development strategy. • Maintain a market focus to ensure a good understanding of trends and forces to inform future fundraising strategies. FUNDRAISING • Work with the Fundraising and Media teams to devise and implement a communication and engagement • • • • plan as part of the Fundraising and community engagement strategy; Support the Fundraising teams and media team to create a schedule of UWT community events, activities, promotional material distribution, and media campaigns to raise awareness of UWT, it’s programmes, campaigns and activities; Support the Regional fundraising managers to develop and manage relationships with national and local Masajid, community organisations, businesses and key individuals; Facilitate in conjunction with the Regional Fundraising Managers and Media Manager to oversee the quality and quantity of feedback material for project sponsors and donors. Ensure that the Regional Fundraising managers maintain and build on existing relationships with regular funders and donors; • Coordinate the generation and diversification of funding streams including major donors, legacies, regular • giving and social media campaigns; Ensure that the Regional Fundraising managers deliver their assigned fundraising projects by working across regions and departments as appropriate; • Monitor and evaluate national financial targets and expenditure for regional areas, reporting progress regularly, identifying any potential shortfalls and necessary remedial actions; and • Work with the Regional Fundraising managers and teams to drive continuous improvement of UWT’s existing fundraising operations, processes and systems. • Work with the Media team to develop and maintain website content. • Implement a social media strategy that is integrated with wider team projects and ensure consistent messaging is shared across all platforms. BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES • Prepare fundraising department budget, ensuring strategical use of funds to generate more income. • Assist the COO with the development of annual budgets for the department in consultation with other budget holders. • Review budgets perio...
PERSON SPECIFICATION Post: Circuit Administrator and Finance Officer Lay Employee in Preston Ribble Circuit based at Circuit Office Fulwood Methodist Church Attributes Essential Desirable Qualifications Numerical skills – minimum GCSE Maths Communication skills – minimum GCSE English Proven Ability Previous experience in administration preferably in a nonprofit or religious organisation Strong understanding of financial principles and practices in recording of financial activity, analysis and reporting procedures Knowledge & Skills Proficiency in using accounting software (Excel)and Microsoft Office Suite Commitment to the values and mission of the Methodist Church Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent organisational skills and multitasking abilities Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines Special Qualities or Aptitudes Working knowledge of the structures and way of working of Methodist Church or willingness to learn them Any Other Requirements A – Application form; I – Interview; Q – proof of qualification (certificates or transcripts) Own transport Method of Assessment Q A, I A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I A, I A, I A, I
Lead Copywriter (maternity cover)
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Salary
£43,326
Hours of work
35 hours per week
Contract
Temporary
Closing date
February 18, 2026
Job Title: Lead Copywriter (maternity cover)
Location: Remote (UK based)
Pay: £43,326
Contract: Up to one year fixed term contract. Start date 6 April 2026
Hours: Full-time – 35 hours per week
Role Overview:
As the Lead Copywriter, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our voice and delivering high-quality content that engages, inspires, and drives action. From advocacy reports to fundraising campaigns, your words will amplify our impact across diverse audiences, including policy-makers, families, partners, and donors. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to create content that highlights the importance of speech and language support and showcases the transformative work of Speech and Language UK.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop high-quality, audience-specific copy to support advocacy, fundraising, and awareness of speech and language challenges.
- Craft policy and influencing reports that drive meaningful change.
- Write and structure the annual report to highlight our achievements and impact.
- Support the promotion of our Social Enterprise initiatives through engaging marketing materials.
- Ensure a consistent and engaging tone across all communication channels, championing our brand voice.
What we are looking for:
- Proven experience in writing diverse content types, including policy reports, marketing copy, digital content, and formal reports, preferably within the charity or public sector.
- Success in creating influential, engaging content for advocacy purposes, with experience in working on campaigns or initiatives targeting policy change. Ability to craft copy for varied audiences, from families and educators to policy-makers and corporate partners.
- Exceptional written communication skills with adaptability in tone and style.
- Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
About Us:
We are Speech and Language UK – we want every child to face the future with confidence. For 2 million children in the UK, learning to talk and understand words feel like an impossible hurdle. Without the right help, this can destroy their world. They feel disconnected from their family. Unable to make friends. Unfairly punished for not following instructions they don’t understand. What does the future hold for them?
Why Us?
Speech and Language UK is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for children and young people with communication needs.
- Impactful Work: You will contribute to meaningful projects that support individuals with speech and language challenges.
- Collaborative Environment: Working with passionate and dedicated teams committed to making a difference.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for personal and professional development within a supportive organization.
Benefits include a competitive salary, 28 days holiday, group pension scheme, life assurance and the opportunity to work in an organisation where every job matters!
How to Apply:
Please submit your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, addressing how you meet the criteria outlined in our candidate pack and why you want to join the cause to: jobs@speechandlanguage.org.uk.
Deadline for applications: 9am on Wednesday, 18 February 2026
This is a two-stage application process. The first stage will involve an interview, and the second stage will consist of an interview and a potential task. First stage interviews will take place w/c 23 February 2026 (online via MS Teams)
Accessibility Support:
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you require any adjustments or need to apply in a different format, please contact our People Team at hr@speechandlanguage.org.uk and we will be happy to assist you.
We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer.
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JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Premises Assistant Responsible to: Head of Operations Responsible for: To support the safe, efficient, and welcoming operation of the Community Centre and Cafe To provide occasional cover for the Facilities Assistant during holidays or absences. Hours: 25 hours per week, worked over 5 days per week (including 3 hours on a Sunday, every other week) Salary £18,005 per annum for 25 hours per week (£25,927 FTE) Location: Belvedere Community Centre, Mitchell Close, Belvedere DA17 6AA Key Responsibilities: Premises & Facilities Management Set up and move furniture and equipment for meetings, classes, and events. Carry out routine Legionella preventative testing in line with centre procedures. Conduct and record weekly fire alarm tests and report any issues promptly. Perform general building checks and report maintenance needs to the Head of Operations. Conduct and record emergency lighting tests and report any issues promptly Provide cleaning support when required, including communal areas, toilets, and event spaces. Replenish consumables such as toilet rolls, paper towels, soap, and cleaning supplies. Assist with waste management, including emptying bins, recycling duties, and ensuring proper disposal procedures. Open up and close/lock up the Centre and set the alarm when required, ensuing that lights and radiators are turned off, fire doors are closed and locked and shutters are closed. Grounds & External Areas Ensure the grounds are clean and to a safe standard. Keep car park, paths, and entrances free from leaves, litter, and debris. Support with basic gardening or grounds maintenance tasks as required. Kitchen & Café Support Assist the kitchen team with basic food preparation, washing up, and maintaining cleanliness. Provide regular café cover on a Wednesday and Thursday, including cooking and preparing food, serving customers, drink preparation, and following hygiene procedures. Taking payments via cash and card machine. Support event catering, including setting up buffet areas, serving, and clearing away. Provide cover during the absence of the Kitchen Manager, ensuring continuity of kitchen operations within the scope of the role. Additional Duties Provide holiday or sickness cover for the Facilities Assistant as directed (this will include some evening cover). Follow all health, safety, and safeguarding procedures consistently. Provide staff cover on Sundays for approximately 3 hours every other week, on a rota basis with other staff. Provide occasional evening and weekend cover at other times as required. Carry out any other reasonable duties requested by the Head of Operations to support the smooth running of the centre. Customer Service Provide a welcoming presence for community centre users. Offer basic support to hirers, such as showing them to rooms or explaining equipment use. Person Specification: Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently Essential Desirable Y Ability to perform manual handling tasks (e.g., moving furniture and equipment). Basic understanding of health & safety and willingness to undertake relevant training. Responsible and trustworthy, with the ability to securely manage keys. Good communication and team work skills and a friendly manner. Flexible and willing to support a variety of tasks. The ability to acquire an understanding of and a willingness to work within Age UK Bexley Policies and Procedures Local resident or lives near to the community centre Knowledge of Legionella monitoring procedures (training can be provided). Level 2 food hygiene certificate (or willingness to obtain). Knowledge of basic health and safety procedures Experience working in a community, charity, or public-facing environment Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y
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Head of Major Gifts (Family Leave Cover) (1663)
Are you an ambitious fundraiser looking for an opportunity with an exciting and established portfolio and an internationally renowned brand? Are you skilled at securing and stewarding six-figure gifts and growing portfolios? Can you lead, motivate and inspire a small, hardworking team?
We are looking to appoint an experienced fundraiser to lead the strategy, cultivation and stewardship of major (five and six-figure) gifts. This is a fixed-term position to cover family leave, expected to run from May 2026 until around May 2027. It's a wonderful opportunity to join the RSC in a period of strategic change and growth. You will work closely with Co-Artistic Directors Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey and Executive Director Andrew Leveson to generate support for our acclaimed work both on and off stage.
Reporting to the Development Director, your key areas of responsibility will include:
- Managing a portfolio of around 50 active supporters and prospects, predominantly from the UK and the US, with a focus on new gifts of six figures.
- Leading and motivating the Major Gifts team, setting and meeting bold and achievable financial targets.
- Working with senior leaders, Board, Governors and high-level volunteers to engage supporters and prospects.
- Working with the Development Events team to deliver a programme of events for major philanthropists.
- Monitoring annual income targets, budgets and KPIs.
To be suitable for this role, it's essential that you have the following knowledge and experience:
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Exceptional fundraising skills, with a track record of securing and stewarding six-figure gifts.
- The ability to represent the RSC at a senior level.
- The ability to work effectively under pressure, balancing long-term strategic planning with short-term results.
The RSC's Development department is split between Stratford-upon-Avon and London, and the majority of the Major Gifts team is based in Stratford-upon-Avon. This position can be based in either Stratford-upon-Avon or London and will require regular travel to the other office (expenses are covered by the RSC). This role is a full-time, fixed-term contract position based on working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. You will be required to work in the office or on site for a minimum of 3 days per week. Due to the nature of our work, occasional weekend and evening work will be required and there may be some international travel.
Application Process
All applications should be made online using the RSC website. If you need any assistance when applying, please email jobs@rsc.org.uk
The interviews will be in-person, in late February.
About the RSC
The RSC strives for excellence, and values creativity, inclusivity, sustainability, collaboration, and accountability.
We can offer great benefits and aim to create a welcoming, supportive environment which is happy, healthy and safe. We place great importance upon developing a diverse, highly motivated and energised workforce to help achieve our priorities. We put our values at the heart of everything we do.
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all individuals.
We believe that safeguarding children and adults is everyone's responsibility, and everybody working at the RSC has a duty to place safeguarding at the heart of their work. We welcome candidates who will support and advocate the RSC's environmental objectives continuing to improve our sustainability work and actions both on and off stage.
The Royal Shakespeare Company (no. 212481) is a registered charity.
- Artistic/Executive:Executive
- Position Type:Fixed term (Full Time)
- Closing Date:15 February 2026
- Salary:£55,000 to £65,000 per annum, plus benefits
Analytics Engineer
Location: London-based with a hybrid model (2 days per week in the office).
About the Team
At Bauer Media Audio, our Data & Decision Sciences (DDS) team is at the heart of driving data-led decisions across nine European markets. We transform data into actionable insights that power business growth, enhance audience engagement, and improve operational efficiency. Working collaboratively across functions, we treat data as a strategic partner—not just a support function.
About the Role
We’re looking for an Analytics Engineer to join our Data Enablement team. In this role, you’ll turn raw data into well-structured, business-ready models that enable reliable reporting and analytics. You’ll work with modern tools like dbt, Snowflake, and BI platforms such as Looker, Power BI, and Tableau to create a semantic layer that ensures consistent metrics and insights.
This is a hands-on engineering role with a strong business focus. You’ll collaborate with Data Engineers, DevOps, and business stakeholders to modernize our data estate and deliver high-quality, trusted data solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and build dimensional data models and marts using dbt and Kimball principles.
- Develop and maintain dbt pipelines for transforming raw data into gold-layer marts.
- Define and maintain a semantic layer for consistent metrics across BI tools.
- Contribute to the migration from Redshift/BigQuery to Snowflake.
- Implement data quality checks using dbt tests and Great Expectations.
- Collaborate in agile squads, participate in code reviews, and maintain documentation.
What We’re Looking For
Must-Have Skills
- Strong SQL skills (Redshift or BigQuery experience; Snowflake preferred).
- Hands-on experience with dbt (models, tests, production environments).
- Solid understanding of dimensional modelling (Kimball-style).
- Familiarity with semantic layer design and BI tools (Looker, Power BI).
- Practical Python experience for data engineering tasks.
- Agile team experience (Jira, Confluence) and Git-based workflows.
- Cloud experience (ideally AWS).
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Advanced Snowflake experience.
- Exposure to Airflow, Great Expectations, and dbt-expectations.
- Familiarity with Tableau and multi-tool BI environments.
- Knowledge of CI/CD, Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform).
- Industry experience in media, digital audiences, or subscription businesses.
About Bauer Media Group
We are a media business focused on creating content that matters to millions of people across Europe. Our offering extends from print and online publishing to audio broadcasting and entertainment, alongside investments in other media related sectors. With more than 500 million copies sold each year, we are one of Europe’s largest Publishers. From women’s and celebrities’ magazines to TV listings to food and special interest, we own some of the most popular publishing brands in Germany, UK, Poland and France – both digital and print. But not only that. Reaching over 61 million listeners weekly, we operate over 150 radio and podcast brands in nine countries, spanning the UK, Ireland, Poland, Slovakia, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway and Portugal. Family-owned in the 5th generation, Bauer Media focuses on the long-term, with a consumer-first mindset that guides us across our diverse portfolio. Our workforce of 12,000 shares a common purpose: to deliver content and services that enrich people‘s everyday lives.
What’s in it for you
- You’ll have 28 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days to use.
- Your development matters, so access to our internal training provider – Bauer Academy, is a huge win.
- We have enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave Pay.
- You’ll have the opportunity for flexible working.
- And much more! Find the full details of our benefits here
We are an international employer and equal opportunities are important to us. That's why we welcome everyone in their uniqueness, regardless of e.g. religion, gender, skin color, disability in our house.
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- Job Reference
- Job0305
- Location
- Camden & Islington
- Salary
- £33,575.00 to £34,052.00 per annum, including London Weighting where applicable
- Vacancy Type
- Permanent/Full Time
- Working Hours
- 37.5 per week
- Application Deadline
- Sunday, February 8, 2026
- Job Summary
- RoleThe main purpose of the role is to have strong leadership and communication skills as the post holder will be providing and overseeing care to people who use our services who may be mentally unwell, have experienced trauma and who have struggled to engage with mainstream services.
Applicants will be able to work flexible working pattens with partner agencies, to give the best possible care and support the management team.
The ServiceVia Rough Sleepers Projects is an integrated community service which offers Intensive Recovery Outreach And Dedicated Support to Rough Sleepers in Camden & Islington. The project provides coordinated and wrap around care to rough sleepers/street active individuals with substance misuse issues. The service consists of both clinical and psychosocial elements and is CQC registered to provide a range of interventions including BBV and health interventions, OST, and community detox.
LocationIslington and Camden
To see the generous range of benefits we offer at Via including 30 days annual leave for all new starters, our health and wellbeing initiatives, financial perks and development opportunities – visit our
Benefits PackageFor an informal discussion about the position please contact
Patricia Ballard, Team Manager on0300 303 4545 orpatricia.ballard@Viaorg.ukThe closing date for applications is Sunday 08 February 2026 at midnight. The interview to be arranged
Interviews may be in person or via TeamsWe only accept applications via
http://www.viaorg.uk/work-at-via/career-paths/using our application form, sorry we don’t accept CVs. For guidance on how to complete the application visithttp://www.viaorg.uk/work-at-via/how-to-apply/. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may close adverts at any time if we receive a sufficient number of applications.Via welcomes enquiries from everyone, and we value diversity in our workplace. Our commitment to promoting diversity and developing a workplace environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process.
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. We offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for our jobs, please confirm in the personal statement part of our application form that you are applying under this scheme.
Appointment to all our posts are subject to satisfactory completion of our safeguarding checks including DBS and we follow safer recruiting principles
Please email
people@viaorg.ukif you have any recruitment enquiries or if you require this documentation in an accessible format.Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Via we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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Global Head of Philanthropy (0954)
- Salary:London £76,431 gross per annum/Berlin €100.221,12 gross per annum
- Location:Berlin, London
- Contract Type:Indefinite
- Hours:Full Time
- Closing Date:2 February 2026
- First Interview Dates:Week beginning 16 February 2025
About the role
Are you a senior fundraising professional with international experience? At ClientEarth, we are looking to hire an experienced and strategic Global Head of Philanthropy to lead the development and delivery of our global philanthropy programme. In this senior leadership role, you will guide a talented, geographically dispersed Philanthropy team, build deep relationships with major donors across Europe, the US and Asia, and drive income growth.
Meet your Manager
In this role, you will be managed by Hannah Braithwaite who is based in London. Hannah is responsible for leading ClientEarth’s fundraising efforts for its growing portfolio of programmes. Hannah has dedicated her career to raising funds and resources for climate and nature causes. With a degree in Zoology from Sheffield University, Hannah combines her scientific background with her passion for the environment to generate impact with knowledge and credibility. Prior to joining ClientEarth Hannah has held a number of leading roles at prominent international environmental organisations, including Head of External Affairs at the UN Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre and Head of Trusts and Foundations at Fauna & Flora.
Main Duties
- Develop and implement the global philanthropy strategy as part of the overall fundraising strategy, liaising with senior leadership, programme leads, communications and finance to ensure ClientEarth can maximise the potential income from major donors.
- Develop, implement and achieve relevant KPIs and financial targets for the philanthropy team and lead on the production of appropriate reports for senior management and the board of trustees.
- Using the strategy (organisational and fundraising) the Head of Philanthropy will personally manage and support senior staff on holding income-yielding high-level relationships.
- Manage relationships and drive strategy relating to our senior stakeholders such as the Development Board, Chair of the Board and act as a key facilitator and steward of relationships between foundation staff and key programme contacts.
- Set up and implement systems to review performance against set targets and objectives and monitor funder data and oversee the effective management of our database;
See the job description (below) for a full list of duties for this role.
Role requirements
- Significant philanthropy management experience with complex funders
- Demonstrable experience of securing five and six figure, and multi-year gifts
- Good knowledge of donor and pipeline management and financial processes
- Experience of working with the most senior representatives of an organisation, including at CEO and Board level
- An interest in environmental issues such as climate change, conservation and air pollution
See the job description (below) for a full list of requirements for this role.
Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified . If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
Further Information
Have a question about this job? Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more.
Flexible working: We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based See our Benefits page for more as well as our flexible working FAQ.
ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint ...
Team Leader - Gloucester
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Team Leader – Gloucester
Full-time | Flexible across a 24/7 rota (including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins, service dependent)
Looking for your next step in social care?
Are you a confident problem solver, creative thinker and strong communicator who enjoys leading and supporting others?
We are seeking a Team Leader to join our team in Gloucester. This is an exciting opportunity for someone ready to build on their experience in social care and take on a leadership role where you can make a real difference every day.
Your skills, values and experience could be an excellent match for this role. We are looking for someone who can act as a positive role model, inspire colleagues, and support both the people we support and staff teams to achieve their goals.
At Brandon Trust, the support we provide is centred around each person’s values, preferences and aspirations. This includes developing daily living skills, accessing the wider community, personal care and medication support. As a Team Leader, you will also play a key role in leading, developing and supporting a team of Support Workers, ensuring high standards of care and positive outcomes.
The role
As a Team Leader, you will support the Locality Manager in the supervision, coaching and mentoring of staff, while coordinating the daily delivery of high-quality, responsive and person-centred support. You will be an exemplar of best practice, providing direct support when required and leading by example.
You will work flexibly across services within a defined geographical area and be required to work unsocial hours, including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins. In some services, you may also participate in an on-call rota, providing out-of-hours telephone advice.
You will have:
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Proven experience working with people with
learning disabilities and/or autism A
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care(or willingness to work towards this)Previous
supervisory or management experience(desirable)-
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developing skills, confidence and performance within a team -
Strong communication skills, with the ability to
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A resilient, flexible approach and confidence to manage challenges in a busy service
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full UK driving licence(essential for some services)-
Values and behaviours aligned with
Brandon Trust’s person-centred approach
Your responsibilities will include:
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Empowering the people we support to
live the lives they choose Providing strong leadership and
day-to-day supervisionto Support Workers-
Supporting the Locality Manager with
supervision, coaching, mentoring and performance management -
Providing direct care and support and
modelling best practice