People and Culture (P&C) Director, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

Description

PEOPLE & CULTURE DIRECTOR – DRC

ABOUT MERCY CORPS

Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible.

In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.

Now, and for the future.

The Program / Department / Team (Program / Department Summary)

Mercy Corps is present in the DRC since August 2007 with a current workforce of more than 300 national and expatriate employees and operational presence in Goma and Beni (North Kivu Province), in Bunia (Ituri Province), and in Tshikapa, Kalonda West and Ndjoko Punda (Kasai Province), and representation in the capital city, Kinshasa. As a leading NGO in DRC working with more than 40 partners in 2024, Mercy Corps reached 2.12 million people in North Kivu, South Kivu, Ituri and Kasai with integrated programs that ensured equitable access to improved water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services in humanitarian and development settings; supported a comprehensive, rapid response to ongoing humanitarian needs; promoted economic and livelihood development to strengthen food security and resilience; as well as institutional capacity strengthening and social cohesion to foster peace and good governance.

THE POSITION (General Position Summary)

The People and Culture (P&C) Director is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping, leading, and delivering people-centered, compliant, and future-ready People & Culture function for Mercy Corps DRC. As a core member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), the role provides strategic leadership on workforce planning, organizational culture, staff wellbeing, talent management, and risk mitigation in a complex humanitarian and development context.

The incumbent serves as a trusted advisor to the Country Director and SMT, ensuring that people strategies directly enable program quality, operational excellence, safeguarding, and sustainability, while reflecting Mercy Corps’ values and global People & Culture standards.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

VISION, STRATEGY, AND ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP

• Lead the development, articulation, and execution of a long-term People & Culture vision aligned with Mercy Corps DRC’s country strategy and global P&C priorities.
• Translate strategic objectives into annual P&C work plans with clear priorities, resourcing, timelines, and measurable results.
• Drive organizational change and culture transformation initiatives, ensuring the P&C function is proactive, adaptive, and future-oriented.
• Serve as a strategic thought partner to the Country Director and SMT on workforce design, succession planning, leadership development, and culture-related decisions.
• Inspire, lead, and manage a high-performing P&C team, fostering accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

STRATEGIC WORKFORCE PLANNING AND HR LEADERSHIP

• Design and implement a comprehensive People & Culture strategy aligned with Mercy Corps DRC’s operational, programmatic, and growth ambitions.
• Lead workforce planning to ensure timely, agile, and cost-effective staffing solutions in a volatile, high-risk and legally complex operating environment.
• Integrate HR considerations into proposal development, program design, and operational planning, including staffing models, risk assessments, and budgets.
• Establish and monitor HR performance metrics, dashboards, and analytics, providing regular, data-driven reporting to SMT, regional and global HR.

EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT, WELLBEING, AND ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE

• Develop and implement a contextually appropriate staff wellbeing framework, integrating psychosocial support, resilience-building, duty of care, and recognition initiatives.
• Work closely with Safety, Security & Access and Operations teams to ensure staff in high-risk and remote locations have tailored wellbeing, support, and debriefing mechanisms.
• Engage and manage psychological and wellbeing service providers to support individuals, teams, and families as required.
• Champion Mercy Corps’ SDI (safe, diverse and inclusive) principles, promoting a culture of trust, accountability, and respect across all levels of the organization.
• Lead follow-up actions from staff engagement surveys, translating insights into practical initiat...

MERTON MENCAP
Deputy Team Leader – Playscheme
Person Specification

Essential

•  An awareness of and commitment to safeguarding and to keeping children and vulnerable

adults safe

•  A commitment to excellent health and safety practice

•  A commitment to equal opportunities

•  The ability to lead a team

•  Experience of delivering of a variety of activities

•  Experience of completing risk assessments and keeping records updated

•  Experience, knowledge and understanding of the needs of people with a learning disability

•  The ability to communicate appropriately with children with a learning disability

•  Ability to work flexibly over a wide range of activities

•  Good communication skills

•  A flexible and adaptable approach

•  Enthusiastic and self-motivated

Desirable

•  Safeguarding training

•  Health and safety training

•  Manual handling training

•  Equal opportunities training

•  First aid certificate

•  Experience of a similar service provision

Deputy Team Leader – Playscheme – PS Nov 2015

Sessional Y-Kidz Holiday Club Activities Leader

Company Description

We welcome you to YMCA Derbyshire.

We have been at the heart of the community in Derbyshire since 1847. While the scope of our work has changed considerably over the years, our vision hasn’t. Our holistic development in body, mind and spirit and our mission to break down barriers to achievement and help local people to fulfil their potential has remained our constant purpose.

Every year, we support over 300 individuals in our housing provision, enabling them to grow their confidence and move into education, training, employment and into independent living. Alongside this we provide a whole host of youth and community services including our own community gardens. We also provide training and education to 150 young people each year who find mainstream education more difficult, as well as high-quality childcare within our community.

Our team works hard to provide as much care and support for those who need it most, every day we make a difference.

Position

Role Title: Sessional Y-Kidz Holiday Club Activities Leader

Salary: £12.60ph

Hours: Sessional

Location: Derby

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join the YMCA; a charity at the heart of the community in Derbyshire. We are committed to helping people at times of need, regardless of gender, race, ability or faith. Our values to Protect, Trust, Hope and Persevere underpin all of our services across the county.

The YMCA is a charity at the heart of the community in Derbyshire. We are committed to helping people at times of need, regardless of gender, race, ability or faith. Our values to Protect, Trust, Hope and Persevere underpin all of our services across the county.

Would you like to join a fantastic Ofsted regulated childcare provision as an Activities Leader working with Primary school aged children?

Do you have the skills to engage with children in a range of activities such as games, sport, dance, arts and crafts and much more?

Can you bring energy and flexibility to our holiday clubs?

If so then our YMCA Y-Kidz provision based in Derby is looking to recruit you to join our established, experienced and dedicated team. For the right person we offer flexible hours, staff training and a great team to work with.

We pride ourselves in fostering a values-based culture and are committed to ensuring our people are rewarded for their hard work and commitment.

Requirements

YMCA Derbyshire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to thorough safeguarding checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check, in line with our safeguarding policies and a six-month probationary period.

Other information

YMCA Derbyshire are proud to be a 'Disability Confident Employer'. If you’re disabled, we will guarantee you an interview if you meet the minimum criteria for the role you’ve applied for. Are you a disabled candidate who would like to apply on this basis?

If you do not wish to apply under the scheme, but do require us to make reasonable adjustments for you to attend an interview, then please let us know what those adjustments will be.

What we offer:

• People celebration event each year. (Celebrating our Peoples Achievements)
• Recognition initiatives such as employee of the year and star of the quarter
• Smart Health app where you will have access to an online doctor for you and your family as well as nutritional advice and Mental Health assistance.
• Life Assurance 2 times your annual salary
• Real Living Wage
• Christmas/ Easter and Quarterly Treats
• Your Birthday off every year
• Long Service rewards
• Training and Development

.............. and more

For an informal chat please contact Mike Smith on 07590452827 during the hours of 9am – 4pm Monday - Friday

Closing date; Ongoing

Interviews to be held; TBC

Important Information

To ensure compliance with our GDPR policy and maintain a fair and consistent shortlisting process, please ensure that you complete the full application form with all required details. CVs and covering letters will not be reviewed during the shortlisting stage. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Vision

Our vision is enabling young people and communities to thrive:

– So, the...

Director of Music

Plymouth Philharmonic Choir

Plymouth Philharmonic Choir is a vibrant friendly choir of 110 -130 amateur singers, with a reputation for quality performances of large scale choral music, at venues in Plymouth.
We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Musical Director to start in September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the artistic direction of a skilled amateur choir and to work with professional musicians and soloists.
Historically we have put on three concerts a year, on Saturday or Sunday evenings.
Rehearsals take place on Thursday evenings, at Plymouth College, Ford Park, Plymouth, PL4 6RN from 7.15 to 9.30.

Further details and how to apply

Candidate Brief for the post ofDirector of MusicAt Beachborough, music is central to the school experience, and weare delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a talented individualto shape the musical life of our thriving school, inspire youngmusicians, and contribute to a strong and visible cultural presencewithin our community.Beachborough has a long and proud tradition of nurturing creativity,excellence, and a love of learning. Music plays a vital role in schoollife, enriching the experiences of our pupils and forming a key part ofthe wider curriculum.This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking, collaborative,popular and impressive department as a full-time Director of Music.The successful candidate will be an outstanding subject specialist witha strong musical background, confident in both classroom teachingand practical music-making, and able to inspire pupils across a widerange of musical activities and performances. They will teach Music toKS1, KS2 and KS3, oversee the music curriculum for our youngestlearners, and play a central role in the musical life of the school.The successful candidate will have appropriate professionalqualifications (including Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent) andmust be willing to embrace all aspects of prep school life. The Directorof Music will lead and develop a vibrant, inclusive and ambitiousmusic programme, encompassing classroom music, choirs, ensembles,instrumental tuition and performances. This role includes linemanagement of peripatetic music staff and close collaboration withcolleagues to ensure music is fully embedded in the wider life of theschool.Furthermore, the successful candidate must empathise withBeachborough’s mission and vision.Beachborough’s Mission and VisionMission Statement:Our mission is to enable children to have a happy, bright and successfulfuture.Vision Statement:Beachborough is committed to offering a wide range of opportunitiesthat empower each child to fully develop their talents and cultivate theskills and virtues necessary to lead fulfilling lives as ethical,compassionate, and morally centred individuals. At Beachborough,learning is infused with a sense of fun and adventure, preparingchildren to navigate a dynamic and ever-evolving world with curiosityand confidence.The Music DepartmentThe aim of the Music Department is to offer a broad and inspiring rangeof musical opportunities to all pupils, nurturing creativity, confidenceand a lifelong love of music. Pupils are encouraged to explore, perform,compose and listen with increasing skill and understanding, developingboth their technical ability and musical imagination. Through activemusic-making, the department fosters collaboration, self-expressionand empathy, enabling pupils to engage meaningfully with a wide rangeof musical styles, cultures and traditions. In doing so, the departmentaims to develop confident, articulate musicians who are informedlisteners and performers, equipped with the skills, discipline andcreativity to contribute positively to the cultural life of the school andbeyond.The Music Department is housed in a well-equipped suite of teachingand practice spaces that support both individual practice andensemble work. Facilities include a dedicated music classroom,rehearsal and practice rooms, and access to performance spaces forconcerts, assemblies and productions. The department is supported bya team of skilled peripatetic music teachers who provide individual andsmall-group instrumental and vocal tuition across a wide range ofinstruments, enabling pupils to develop their musicianship beyond theclassroom.The department offers a rich programme of co-curricular opportunities,including choirs, instrumental ensembles and performance groups.Regular concerts and school productions provide pupils with valuableperformance experience and help to build confidence, resilience and asense of achievement. These opportunities reflect Beachborough’scommitment to excellence and to ensuring that music is a visible andcelebrated part of school life.Alongside a number of peripatetic Music Teachers, there is anexperienced and expert Music Teacher, who teaches approximately 10hours of Music within the department due to an additional role withinthe school.About BeachboroughBeachborough is a vibrant day school with approximately 400 pupils,offering a flexible boarding provision. At the heart of our ethos is thebelief in valuing every individual’s effort, ensuring that the close-knit,‘family feel’ permeates every aspect of school life, especially in ourpastoral care. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and welcomingcommunity, embracing families from diverse backgrounds. ManyAmerican families connected to a nearby military base chooseBeachborough, enriching our school with a global perspective thatbeautifully balances our celebration of British heritage.Beachborough delivers a broad, balanced, and demanding academiccurriculum. While we are not academically sele...

Welcome from the Headmaster

Dear Candidate,

Barnard Castle School is seeking an outstanding Director of Music for our thriving day
and boarding school, which has remained at the forefront of girls’ and boys’ education
for over 130 years. Whilst the school retains a strong academic record, its focus
continues to be on developing life skills and nurturing each character. This is
something that we as a school take great care and pride in, and music plays a
significant role in this.

We welcome applications from all experience levels. The post is a perfect start for a
budding Director of Music, or a fantastic place for someone with vast experience.

Barney is an exciting and hugely rewarding place to be, and I look forward to receiving
your application.

Yours faithfully,

David Cresswell
HEADMASTER

The History of Barnard Castle School

Barnard Castle School has a rich and enduring history, deeply rooted in a tradition of learning and community. The
school traces its origins back to the nearby Hospital of St John, an educational and religious community established
by John de Balliol in 1229. John de Balliol also founded Balliol College, Oxford, and his passion for education and
opportunity remains central to our philosophy today.

In 1883, with a generous gift from Benjamin Flounders, a Victorian philanthropist, and the proceeds of St John's
Hospital, the present main school building was constructed. Since then, the school has grown and evolved, blending
its historical foundations with a forward-thinking approach to education.

In 2024, David Cresswell was appointed as Barney’s 11th Headmaster, continuing the school’s tradition of combining
timeless values with future-focused ambition. Today, Barnard Castle School remains a place where the lessons of
the past inspire the innovations of tomorrow, as we prepare our pupils to shape a changing world with courage,
kindness, and integrity.

Barnard Castle School: Shaping Tomorrow, One Step at a Time

"Parvis imbutus tentabis grandia tutus"
When you are steeped in little things, you shall safely attempt great things.

At Barnard Castle School – or 'Barney' as it is affectionately known – we believe that small steps lead to big strides.
Our vision is to inspire a generation of young people with the courage and kindness to dare greatly and shape a
changing world. We want them to shape the future while proudly standing on the shoulders of those who came before
them.

Ambition – Daring to achieve, with the courage to innovate and the curiosity to explore.
Character – Forged in challenge, strengthened by kindness, and rooted in integrity.
Community – Honouring the past, strengthening our school and town, and building global connections that last a
lifetime.

These principles guide everything we do – from our academic programmes to our vibrant co-curricular offering. Our
down-to-earth and inclusive community provides a safe environment for pupils to embrace challenges, pursue
passions, and develop a sense of purpose that will stay with them long after they leave Barney.

We are a school that blends tradition with forward-thinking ambition. Our origins trace back to the Hospital of St John,
founded in 1229 by John de Balliol, who also established Balliol College, Oxford. That same love of learning and
commitment to opportunity remains central to our philosophy today. As we look ahead to the 2030s, we continue to
invest in modern facilities and innovative teaching approaches to meet the evolving needs of our pupils and the wider
world.

Barney is a place where connections are made and memories are formed. It is not unusual to see Year 11 pupils
sharing lunch and conversation with younger peers or Sixth Formers mentoring new starters. Our pupils develop
confidence, resilience, and humility as they grow – always encouraged to support and celebrate each other's
successes.

Staff at Barney play a crucial role in this journey. We seek teachers who share our purpose and are proactive in
immersing themselves in the life of the school. Through our extensive 'Mind, Body, and Soul' programme, which runs
from 4pm to 5pm, staff have the opportunity to lead activities they are passionate about, fostering authentic
relationships beyond the classroom.

We are also committed to helping teachers be the best versions of themselves. Our comprehensive Continuing
Professional Development (CPD) programme offers opportunities to hone their craft, supported by regular teach
meets, peer collaboration, and other innovative initiatives. We want teachers who are ambitious about their own
development and passionate about lifelong learning, recognising that their growth directly benefits our pupils.

Our location, on the edge of the historic market town of Barnard Castle – recently recognised as one of the safest in
England – offers a unique combination of heritage, community spirit, and access to outstanding natural beauty. We
also benefit from partnerships with world-class universities in D...

Director of Music

The Music Department is led by the Director of Music and consists of a Second in Department, Head of
Prep Music, the Graduate Assistant, as well as 12 visiting Instrumental Teachers. The music staff are a strong
team who work closely with other departments around the School.

The Senior Department is an inspiring and busy place to be with up to three groups rehearsing every
lunchtime and a full programme at the end of most days. Senior groups include three choirs, a Concert
Orchestra, a Jazz Band, Big Band, String Orchestra, Brass Ensemble, Flute Group, String Quartet and multiple
pupil-led bands.

The Prep Department has three choirs (including a Pre-Prep Choir) a String Orchestra, a Rock Band and,
each term, various group instrument lessons are showcased.  There is at least one large-scale concert each
term, as well as numerous recitals, informal concerts, Scholars’ and soloist concerts. Concerts are highly
acclaimed amongst the parent and staff body, with many selling out within 24 hours.

Music is housed in a beautiful building incorporating the Chapel and an Apple Mac suite. An inspiring and
varied curriculum is offered with educational visits, practical and composing skills at the center of learning.

The Director of Music is responsible, through the Assistant Head (Co-curricular), to the Headmaster for the overall
delivery of the musical programme within the school, specifically:

•  the musical philosophy and policy of the School
•  the schemes of work for academic music and extra-curricular music
•  the School’s overall musical performance
•  reporting and celebrating achievements
•  the co-ordination and monitoring of the music budgets
•  creating and fostering links with the wider community
•  appraisal of full-time and part-time staff (including peripatetic staff)
•  the development of music and performance
•  planning and co-ordinating the extensive programme of musical events
•  liaison with the Prep School

The Director of Music will operate in the following areas:

1.   Leadership objectives

•  to teach and direct music to the highest standard (the academic timetable is 26/35 fifty-minute periods per week

primarily made up of classroom teaching)

•  to encourage, support and offer advice to all other music teachers and ensemble directors
•  to determine, in consultation with the Deputy Head (Academic) and the Bursar, the School’s requirements for

music staffing for the forthcoming year (with particular reference to Peripatetic Teachers)

•  to foster links with feeder schools, competitor schools and musical associations
•  to work closely with the Prep School Music Department to ensure a smooth transition between schools

through concerts and events involving pupils from both schools

•  to manage and develop the school’s best musicians, developing appropriate programmes for them
•  to encourage and develop younger and less confident musicians and maintaining the ‘inclusive’ nature of music

for which Warminster School has a strong reputation

•  to encourage representative achievements, putting forward pupils for regional and national representation as

appropriate

•  to play the organ (or arrange suitable alternative) for Monday and Friday chapel services in The Minster

•  to arrange for someone to play the organ for the Sunday evening chapel service in St Boniface Chapel
•  to arrange and manage annual Music Scholarship auditions in association with the Admissions Department
•  to arrange the annual ‘Inter-House Music Competitions’ in association with the Heads of Houses

2.    Administrative objectives

•  to interview and appoint new instrumental teachers in accordance with the School’s policy, thus maintaining a

balanced and comprehensive team

•  to inform the Headmaster and Bursar of appointments (including short term cover teachers) and arranging DBS

checks for new staff with the Bursars’ Assistant

•  to oversee the School’s stock of instruments, arranging repairs where necessary, purchasing new instruments as

appropriate

•  With the help of the peripatetic teachers, through demonstrations, encouraging pupils to learn instruments,

particularly rarer instruments that they might not necessarily consider

•  to liaise with parents regarding the progress of pupils and the satisfactory performance of visiting teachers
•  to arrange the annual ‘Meet The Music Teacher’ Parents’ Evening (February or March) so that parents have an

opportunity to meet the visiting teachers

•  to arrange Instrumental Grade Cards in December and End of Year Reports in June
•  to make every attempt to give general encouragement to all pupils taking instrumental lessons, both in school

and elsewhere; talking to them about their lessons and progress

•  to liaise with all visiting teachers about the pupils they are teaching, being available to discuss concerns and

achievements

•  to arrange for practical music examinations to take place at the school, processing entries and...

JOB DESCRIPTION
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
ROLE:

The position is integral to the future success at Gayhurst School.

To be responsible for ensuring:

•  An inclusive approach to Music is maintained, creating an environment where all children have

opportunities to learn and perform instrumentally and vocally.

•  The design and delivery of a curriculum to grow a love and appreciation of music and its history.
•  The Music department runs efficiently and effectively through good leadership and management of

department and Visiting Music Teachers (VMTs), inclusive of organising weekly timetabling
schedules.

•  The department is a strong and successful one within the school, with children enjoying music.
•  The teaching within the department is of a high standard; pupils are inspired by the teaching and

subject matter; and high standards are achieved and skills are developed.

•  The department is meeting the musical needs of the pupils, giving them the confidence to perform

on stage and in public.

•  That all departmental administration is kept up to date and available to all members of the

department.

•  The school maintains a reputation for excellence in musical performance through choirs,

orchestras, bands, ensembles and school productions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

•  To plan and teach inspirational Music lessons to selected year groups.
•  To liaise with and manage the VMTs - overseeing their timetables; advising on the appointment of
new teachers as and when required; assisting with their induction procedures; and informing them
of school policies and procedures (particularly safeguarding and child protection).

•  Promote and oversee musical instrument tuition with VMTs.
•  Monitor pupil attainment and progress in Music and report upon this to parents.
•  Establish and manage excellent classroom practice.
•  Manage the purchase, control and distribution of resources for the department. To keep an up-to-

date inventory of resources within the department.

•  Develop, implement and evaluate schemes of work on a termly basis.
•  Lead the musical development of the pupils and the school, overseeing work of other teachers in

the department.

•  Organise suitable performance opportunities for children to demonstrate their musical skills and

ability (Rush Hour Concerts, formal concerts and assembly opportunities).

•  Co-ordinate choirs, orchestras, bands and ensembles.
•  Ensure whole school policies are being implemented.
•  Report annually to the leadership team on progress in the department.
•  Produce annual department development plan and self-evaluation and ensure implementation of

the plan.

•  Produce, review and update a departmental handbook.

•  Organise visits and school-based events to broaden the children’s musical experiences.
•  Showcase the pupils at major school events.
•  Attend regular academic meetings that affect the department and overall teaching and learning at

the school.

•  Assist with the organisation and running of the Annual Carol Service and prepare all children

accordingly.

•  Develop community involvement and promote the school through taking choirs and orchestra to

participate in local music festivals as well as other events.

•  Liaise with other school Music departments of maintained and independent schools.
•  Attend regional departmental meetings as and when necessary.
•  Promote Music within the school community and beyond, including leading the Gayhurst

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Community Choir.
Identify and support potential Music scholars with secondary school applications, including
references and musical support.

•  Consider opportunities to promote the school’s musical reputation through social media and other

channels as appropriate.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

SKILLS/ABILITIES

•  A natural and easy communicator at all levels: verbal and written.
•  Able to maintain effective records.
•  Warm personality, trustworthy and emotionally intelligent.
•  Excellent musical skills with good attention to detail.
•  Ability to lead choirs and orchestras, with proficient piano playing.
•  A can-do attitude, with pupils at the forefront of decision making.
•  An ambassador and advocate for Gayhurst School.
•  A positive and willing approach to work, with the desire to fully integrate with the team and the

wider School.

•  Values and promotes diversity and inclusion.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS

•  Qualified Teacher
•  Ability to demonstrate a successful track-record and experience of teaching Music.
•  Experience of leading concerts and events.
•  Experience of department administration an advantage.

Gayhurst School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to
undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and
Barring Service and overseas Police checks, if applicable. Employment is subject to these checks.

Gayhurst School

Spring 2...

Candidate Brief for the post ofDirector of MusicAt Beachborough, music is central to the school experience, and weare delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a talented individualto shape the musical life of our thriving school, inspire youngmusicians, and contribute to a strong and visible cultural presencewithin our community.Beachborough has a long and proud tradition of nurturing creativity,excellence, and a love of learning. Music plays a vital role in schoollife, enriching the experiences of our pupils and forming a key part ofthe wider curriculum.This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking, collaborative,popular and impressive department as a full-time Director of Music.The successful candidate will be an outstanding subject specialist witha strong musical background, confident in both classroom teachingand practical music-making, and able to inspire pupils across a widerange of musical activities and performances. They will teach Music toKS1, KS2 and KS3, oversee the music curriculum for our youngestlearners, and play a central role in the musical life of the school.The successful candidate will have appropriate professionalqualifications (including Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent) andmust be willing to embrace all aspects of prep school life. The Directorof Music will lead and develop a vibrant, inclusive and ambitiousmusic programme, encompassing classroom music, choirs, ensembles,instrumental tuition and performances. This role includes linemanagement of peripatetic music staff and close collaboration withcolleagues to ensure music is fully embedded in the wider life of theschool.Furthermore, the successful candidate must empathise withBeachborough’s mission and vision.Beachborough’s Mission and VisionMission Statement:Our mission is to enable children to have a happy, bright and successfulfuture.Vision Statement:Beachborough is committed to offering a wide range of opportunitiesthat empower each child to fully develop their talents and cultivate theskills and virtues necessary to lead fulfilling lives as ethical,compassionate, and morally centred individuals. At Beachborough,learning is infused with a sense of fun and adventure, preparingchildren to navigate a dynamic and ever-evolving world with curiosityand confidence.The Music DepartmentThe aim of the Music Department is to offer a broad and inspiring rangeof musical opportunities to all pupils, nurturing creativity, confidenceand a lifelong love of music. Pupils are encouraged to explore, perform,compose and listen with increasing skill and understanding, developingboth their technical ability and musical imagination. Through activemusic-making, the department fosters collaboration, self-expressionand empathy, enabling pupils to engage meaningfully with a wide rangeof musical styles, cultures and traditions. In doing so, the departmentaims to develop confident, articulate musicians who are informedlisteners and performers, equipped with the skills, discipline andcreativity to contribute positively to the cultural life of the school andbeyond.The Music Department is housed in a well-equipped suite of teachingand practice spaces that support both individual practice andensemble work. Facilities include a dedicated music classroom,rehearsal and practice rooms, and access to performance spaces forconcerts, assemblies and productions. The department is supported bya team of skilled peripatetic music teachers who provide individual andsmall-group instrumental and vocal tuition across a wide range ofinstruments, enabling pupils to develop their musicianship beyond theclassroom.The department offers a rich programme of co-curricular opportunities,including choirs, instrumental ensembles and performance groups.Regular concerts and school productions provide pupils with valuableperformance experience and help to build confidence, resilience and asense of achievement. These opportunities reflect Beachborough’scommitment to excellence and to ensuring that music is a visible andcelebrated part of school life.Alongside a number of peripatetic Music Teachers, there is anexperienced and expert Music Teacher, who teaches approximately 10hours of Music within the department due to an additional role withinthe school.About BeachboroughBeachborough is a vibrant day school with approximately 400 pupils,offering a flexible boarding provision. At the heart of our ethos is thebelief in valuing every individual’s effort, ensuring that the close-knit,‘family feel’ permeates every aspect of school life, especially in ourpastoral care. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and welcomingcommunity, embracing families from diverse backgrounds. ManyAmerican families connected to a nearby military base chooseBeachborough, enriching our school with a global perspective thatbeautifully balances our celebration of British heritage.Beachborough delivers a broad, balanced, and demanding academiccurriculum. While we are not academically sele...

Vicar of Sidcup, Christ Church

Tags:

Job Title:

Vicar of Sidcup, Christ Church

Position type:

Clergy post

Parish Name:

Christ Church, Sidcup

Area:

Bromley & Bexley Archdeaconry

Work Terms:

Full-time

Applications Deadline:

19/03/2026

Interview Date:

25/04/2026

Other Information:

We are looking for someone who will take forward the growth of God’s kingdom in Sidcup by preaching the gospel and directing the leadership of the Church at a pivotal time of opportunity.

We are a single parish evangelical church of about 190 in a medium-sized London suburb with identified opportunities among families, students and young adults.

We hope and pray for a new incumbent with:

• A love of the Lord Jesus and his people
• A proven gift in Christ-centric expository preaching
• Leadership and strategy for staff and congregation in evangelism and ministry
• Encouragement of others in the development of gifts for ministry and leadership
• A pastoral heart
• A deep theological foundation and a desire to share it with others

We can offer you:

• Our sincere prayers
• A congregation hungry for the word of God and for it to impact our daily lives
• A committed volunteer team
• A modest staff team with the budget to expand

Note: This is a CPAS appointment.  Further details of the vacancy can be found at Vicar - Christ Church, Sidcup | CPAS - Making Mission Possible where you can also download a vacancy pack.

All general enquiries should be directed to the CPAS Patronage Team by emailing patronage@cpas.org.uk

Job Advert:

Policy and Influencing Officer - Remote

Job Description

Policy & Influencing Officer

Location: Remote    

Salary: £29,000 - £32,500 per Annum DOE  

Hours: 35hrs per week    

Why join us?

Brainkind is looking for a Policy and Influencing Officer to help drive change for people living with brain injury and neurological conditions. You will track policy and parliamentary developments, produce clear and evidence‑based briefings, and support influencing activity across the health, social care, criminal justice and domestic abuse issues. Working closely with colleagues, people with lived experience and external partners, you will help shape policy positions, respond to consultations and build strong relationships with decision‑makers. You’ll share Brainkind’s commitment to inclusion and collaboration, ensuring our work reflects lived experience and creates meaningful, lasting change.

MAIN PURPOSE:             

The work of the Policy and Social Change team seeks to empower people with brain injuries, or neurological conditions, who are often experiencing additional complex health inequalities, with the knowledge and skills they need to make positive changes in their lives, often leading to greater inclusion. This approach is supported by a whole organisation commitment to increase the identification and awareness of brain injury supported by collaboration with other professionals within the criminal justice sector, healthcare professionals, and practitioners in the domestic abuse sector.

The Policy and Influencing Officer will become part of this dynamic team which combines innovation, and research to drive social change for people with brain injuries, and neurological conditions. Influencing work is underpinned by developing knowledge and understanding, alongside delivering bespoke services and evaluating them.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To keep appraised of the relevant UK and devolved nations policy and parliamentary activity related to Brainkind’s interest areas to inform the production of internal briefings and timely External Affairs Briefing for the Senior Leadership Team.
• To horizon scan and identify public policy initiatives which may be of interest to the organisation for presentation to the Head of Policy, Influencing and Social Change Programmes.
• To produce evidence based, high quality policy briefings, and research projects in a range of format across several government policy areas. To have the ability to understand complex information and communicate it both orally, and in writing with good attention to detail.
• To develop credible policy positions by undertaking appropriate literature reviews, data analysis, and primary research under the direction of the Head of Policy, Influencing and Social Change Programmes.

• Utilise agreed policy positions to prepare responses to relevant consultations and calls for evidence. And, to develop policy positions to respond to calls for evidence that are relevant to the organisation.

• To review and update our parliamentary, government, and political monitoring, horizon scanning and stakeholder mapping, as we systematise our public affairs approach. To review our membership bodies to ensure we are represented, and they reflect value for money.

• To support Brainkind’s parliamentary activity including drafting questions, briefings, managing mailings to parliamentarians, and any subsequent relationships. Devising and implementing influencing activity, including writing briefings and submissions for political audiences.

• To work with Brainkind’s communications team to draft social media content related to Brainkind’s policy and public affairs activity, ensuring policy materials are effectively communicated through digital channels within the Trust, and externally.

• Develop and manage a variety of different stakeholder relationships, including with internal colleagues across the organisation as well as external stakeholders from across the brain injury and neurological conditions sector, including membership bodies, representative bodies, as well as people who use our services and the public.

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We are eager to find our new Rector who will…

•   Welcome working alongside our enthusiastic and experienced PCCs and our Lay Minister, in our three beautiful, diverse, well-loved and well-maintained churches
•   Be compassionate and creative, encouraging us in our worship and our outreach, whilst respecting our traditions
•   Bring an understanding of the challenges and opportunities of rural life
•   Welcome people of all ages, and enjoy working with children and young people and building on the good links with our schools
•   Welcome living in these beautiful villages, which are quiet yet close to the M40 and to Oxford, and engaging with all three village communities

For an informal discussion, please contact the Venerable David Tyler at archdeacon.dorchester@oxford.anglican.org 

Further information can be found in the benefice Profile, and to apply, please visit the Church of England Pathways website.

Closing date:   Sunday 15th February 2026    
Interviews:    Wednesday 11th March 2026 

DBS Enhanced Disclosure is required.

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Person Specification for the role of
Donor Liaison Officer

Candidate Profile

REQUIRED
Key Qualifications & Experience

DESIRABLE

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

Experience in CRM/Database systems (e.g., Donorflex, Salesforce).

Minimum 2 years in donor relations, stewardship, or fundraising.

Background in charity sector, particularly orphan/vulnerable chil-
dren organisations.

Proven ability to manage donor portfolios and secure repeat
support.

Skills & Competencies

Excellent written communication, especially narrative storytelling
and report-writing.

Familiarity with donor compliance and ethical giving standards.

Strong interpersonal skills; confident presenting to individuals,
small groups, or at events.

Basic data analysis and reporting skills to track donor trends and
campaign effectiveness.

Organised and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple
relationships and deadlines.

Personal Attributes

Passion for Lonely Orphans’ mission and humanitarian values.

Proactive, creative thinker, able to suggest improvements in donor
engagement.

Self-starter with initiative, able to work independently and as part
of a team.

Comfortable working with diverse donor segments (e.g. high net-
worth individuals, corporate, mosque communities).

Flexible mindset, willing to support events outside regular hours.

Lonely Orphans

Advocating for orphans and vulnerable children globally, fostering
hope, joy and a future filled with opportunities for every child.

Lonely Orphans is a registered charity (1171230) in England & Wales.
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Information Security Lead (SOCIT Consortium)

Salary: £47,389 - £56,535 (depending on experience) plus Oxford University Weighting (£1,730) per annum

Working Pattern: Permanent, 37½ hours per week, Monday to Friday

Location: Central Oxford

SOCIT is an Information Services team that provides IT services to a consortium of Oxford Colleges.

The SOCIT Information Security Lead (ISL) will be working with, and reporting to, the SOCIT Head of IT and will be responsible for leading IT software projects while also serving as the strategic lead for security initiatives across the Consortium and member Colleges.

The ISL will help the group establish and maintain compliance with information security standards and create a prioritised programme of improvements and ensure implementation both technically and practically.

This role requires strong security expertise alongside project management skills.

For full details of the role please refer to the job description below.

Terms and Conditions:

• Permanent role with a 6-month probation period.
• 30 days paid annual leave plus 8 public holidays.

University staff pension scheme, travel pass and Cyclescheme loan scheme, and free meals provided at lunchtime when the College kitchens are open. The College also offers an Employee Assistance Programme to assist the health and wellbeing of its employees.

How to Apply

If you have the skills and motivation for this role, please submit a cover letter and your CV to the HR team. The position will remain open until an appointment is made.

Please note that the College reserves the right to interview on receipt of applications and so early application is recommended.

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 Policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders

Pembroke College is an equal opportunities employer. It welcomes diversity amongst its staff and students and all reasonable adjustments will be made to the recruitment process, working arrangements and/or environment to accommodate applicants with any form of disability. If you have a disability, please let us know whether you believe there are any reasonable adjustments we should be making to assist you with your application. Please also let us know of any reasonable adjustments that we would need to make for you if you are invited to attend an interview.

Pembroke College is dedicated to fostering an environmentally sustainable community. We are striving towards achieving net zero carbon emissions and biodiversity net gain and believe that sustainability is a shared responsibility and integral to all roles within the College. By embedding sustainability into our daily operations and decision-making processes, we aim to create a positive impact on our community as well as the wider world.

All data supplied by candidates will be used only for the purpose of determining their suitability for the post, following the principles of the Data Protection Act 2018.