Programmes Manager - Conservation and Rural Livelihoods (Madagascar) SEED Madagascar is a medium-sized international NGO seeking a driven and enthusiastic livelihoods Programmes Manager to help shape and deliver our conservation and rural programmes in Madagascar. This is a unique opportunity to take on real responsibility early in your career, working at the heart of an organisation that combines hands-on community impact with evidence-led programming. This role is ideal for an early-career development professional with two to four years’ experience who is ready to step into managing people, projects and partnerships. You will work closely with a diverse team of national and international colleagues, taking the lead on programme design, grant writing, reporting and evaluation, and playing a key role in strengthening and growing SEED’s work. To succeed in this role, you will need proven experience in grant writing, a strong understanding of conservation and rural livelihoods programming, and the ability to work confidently to a high standard in written and spoken English. These skills are essential and candidates will need to have these to be considered for this post. SEED Madagascar is a British charity working in long-term partnership with communities in the southeast of Madagascar. Our integrated approach brings together community health, WASH, rural livelihoods, education and conservation to support sustainable, locally led change. Alongside implementation, we place strong emphasis on learning, research and publication—ensuring that the work you help lead in Madagascar contributes to international best practice and your own professional development. Location: Fort Dauphin, Anosy Region, Madagascar Contract minimum duration: 2 years Probationary period: 3 months Terms and conditions: Local salary, plus £1,200 contribution to flight and £650 to insurance Duties and Responsibilities Project Development 1. Work with national and international staff to design livelihood and conservation projects that fulfil local needs and align with SEEDs strategic aim, taking into account past learning, international best practice, contextual constraints and government objectives. 2. Oversee the development of project frameworks (e.g., Log Frames and Theory of Change) and proposals to ensure they are representative of the community needs whilst being attractive to donors. 3. Support the team to conduct research into international and national development best practice and funding opportunities for the conservation and sustainable livelihoods programmes 4. Ensure the high standard of all project documents submitted to donors to secure the ongoing funding of SEED’s projects – currently at around £150,000 per annum across all active interventions Identify partners and build networks and collaborations across the conservation and 5. sustainable livelihoods programmes to increase the impact of SEEDs work in these areas 6. Use evidence-based advocacy from research and project findings in briefing papers for staff, local and regional stakeholders, and government departments to inform regional and national development strategy. Programme Management Provide timely updates to the Programme and Funding Coordinator of project activities 7. and support them to communicate any changes in project activities to donors when necessary. 8. Oversee effective systems for monitoring project progress against activity plans, working with project teams to ensure objectives are met and using learning from ongoing evaluation to inform the development of projects. Conduct fieldwork and monitoring visits to project sites when appropriate and ensure 9. observations are fed back into ongoing project design. People Management 10. Recruit, support, manage, review and provide professional development to a team of Programme Interns, Officers and Specialists, delegating to and managing their work to achieve departmental objectives and support organisational ethos and strategy. 11. Foster essential cross-cultural collaboration and learning, providing support to both the national and international teams to bridge gaps in understanding and priorities for project development and implementation. Provide pastoral care, guidance, and act as a role model, both professionally and 12. personally, for a team of early career professionals living in country. Budget Management Oversee the development of budgets, including full cost allocation with consideration of 13. the organisational strategy and priorities over the coming years. Provide monthly overview of financial reports, ensuring project spending is on track and 14. identifying trends in expenditure, and management of exchange rate gains. General 15. Provide core support to t...
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We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head of Care to lead and supervise our residential care provision. This is a pivotal leadership role, ensuring that our care teams work collaboratively with education and therapy teams to provide an integrated, holistic approach to supporting children and young people. As part of the Senior Management Team, you will shape the strategic direction of care provision and ensure compliance with all statutory duties, safeguarding, and child protection requirements
Director Director Recruitment Pack - January 2026 Contents 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 10. 11. 2 Director - Jan 2026 Introduction Dear Applicant, Thank you for your interest in joining the Glastonbury Abbey team. Glastonbury Abbey holds a unique place in English history and cultural identity. Its fame was built upon its rich tradition of legends, linking Glastonbury with the biblical figure of Joseph of Arimathea, and chivalric figures such as King Arthur and Queen Guinevere. Glastonbury’s reputation as the earliest Christian church in western Europe attracted spiritual pilgrims, royal patrons and tremendous wealth. Glastonbury Abbey is located in the heart of Glastonbury, Somerset, a diverse and vibrant town renowned throughout the world as a place of pilgrimage. The abbey is governed by a board of trustees and is led by a director and senior leadership team that deliver the strategic objectives in line with its charitable objects. It welcomes visitors from all over the world while also maintaining strong links with its local community via a membership scheme and a programme of special events. Glastonbury Abbey offers visitors a heritage site with nationally significant archaeological ruins, a 14th century medieval kitchen, 36 acres of beautiful grounds as well as a museum, cafés and a shop. It is a site of pilgrimage for people of all faiths and backgrounds and hosts more than 170,000 visitors per year attracted by reasons as diverse as spirituality, myth, legend, exercise, reflection, history and the environment. This is an exciting period in the life of the abbey. The Abbey Yard development, providing new visitor welcome spaces, gift shop and café, was completed in 2025, and we welcomed 179,000 visitors that year. Future plans include, among other things, improved heritage interpretation and an ambitious programme of conservation. We are seeking a motivated individual who will provide dynamic leadership and who can inspire the abbey team, our partners and local stakeholders. You will be a recognised leader in the museums and heritage sector, with experience of managing a scheduled historic site, ensuring financial resilience, and working collaboratively to deliver a strategic plan. You will have expertise in building trust and confidence, and working with a range of strategic partnerships, including other heritage organisations, higher education, tourism, local government and funding bodies. David Odgers MBE Chair of Trustees, Glastonbury Abbey 3 Director - Jan 2026 Who We Are Glastonbury Abbey is an independent registered charity (no. 1129263) and a company limited by guarantee (no. 6873912), with visitor income and donations the only sources of income. The abbey is governed by a board of trustees. The objects of the charity have been reviewed and are currently with the Charity Commission for approval. They are: • maintain and preserve the built and natural environment of Glastonbury Abbey • use and develop Glastonbury Abbey to advance the Christian religion in accordance with its traditions and spiritual significance • educate and inspire an understanding and appreciation of the historic and religious importance of Glastonbury Abbey. The abbey is a scheduled ancient monument and listed building of national importance. The ruins, grounds and accredited museum are open to the public up to 364 days a year. There are over 3200 members and many visits from schools and organised groups take advantage of the education element provided. There is an annual events programme including concerts, plays and the Medieval Fayre. There are two cafés – one at the entrance and one in the grounds. There is also a shop and the abbey owns two houses and a car park. Abbey House is the administrative building at Glastonbury Abbey as well as a venue for hire. It has a catering kitchen and hosts events such as conferences, workshops, dinners and receptions. The abbey relies on admission tickets, events and rental from commercial properties for all its income; it receives no operational grants and has an annual turnover in the region of £1.5 million. Operation of all aspects of the abbey is carried out by an employed staff, which averages 41 and includes more than 50 volunteers. Commercial activities are run under the auspices of Glastonbury Abbey Trading Ltd, a subsidiary with a board made up of members of the senior leadership team, trustees and non-executive directors. 4 Director - Jan 2026 Organisation The board of trustees is chaired by David Odgers and governs Glastonbury Abbey for public benefit and future generations in accordance with its charitable objectives. Glastonbury Abbey is led by the director. They report to the board of trustees and drive the operation of the abbey with the support of the senior leadership team. Trustees Director Senior Leadership Team The senior leadership team comprises the Director, Head of Finance, Head of Estates, Head of Engagement and Head of Commercial ...
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- Location:Kenya - Nairobi
- Workplace Type:Hybrid
- Hours:35 hours per week
- Salary:As per Oxfam Kenya salary scale
- Job Family:Programme
- Division:International
- Grade:C1
- Job Type:Fixed Term
- Closing Date:28 January 2026
- Country:Kenya
TEAM PURPOSE:
To work as part of Oxfam Kenya’s Programme Team which exists to realize the vision of “a transformed Kenyan Society that challenges poverty and inequality to claim their rights”. We contribute to this vision by strengthening analysis and generating knowledge and influence for transparency and accountability in the management of public resources, progressive taxation systems, gender responsive allocation and effective utilisation of resources for public services. We identify and work with strategically fit Civil Society Organizations, Women’s Rights Organizations, Academia, Private Sector, Networks, Coalitions, Movements and Alliances to engage and influence governments for inclusive and accountable governance systems that protect human rights and our planet. We convene and influence for effective development and implementation of key international, continental and national policies, Programmes and human rights instruments that facilitate safe and vibrant spaces that allow all people to hold the powerful to account.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Accountable Governance Lead will be a core member of the Governance and Accountability Programme. The role is part of Oxfam Kenya Development Programmes that works towards ensuring equitable raising, gender-responsive allocation and spending of financial resources at national and county level; and a vibrant and dynamic civil society that is maximises its space; effectively mobilising citizens, advocating for citizen’s rights and holding government to account on the management of public resources. The role contributes to national, regional and global advocacy and influencing efforts progressive taxation systems, gender responsive allocation and effective utilisation of resources for public services, in order to alleviate poverty and reducing inequality in Kenya.
The Accountable Governance Lead has overall accountability for the Governance and Accountability programme, grounded in understanding that Tax revenues are the biggest source of long-term financing for sustainable development and the Kenyan constitution clearly specifies equity as an expected outcome. With a positive economic growth and investment opportunities, Kenya has a great potential to mobilise more tax revenues, provide public services to its people, and reduce inequality. In order to realise this, there is need to improve governance and accountability within civil society organisations so that they and citizens can influence progressive tax mobilisation, gender responsive allocation and effective utilisation of resources for public services. S/he contributes significantly to Oxfam’s thought leadership on Civic Space and Digital Rights , Fiscal Justice, democratization, Active Citizenship and effective institutions. H/She ensures an integrated approach and connectedness (synergy) of all our programmes including cross-campaigns (ways of working and coordination). S/he leads in programme/project conceptualization, design, development and resource mobilization for the accountable governance projects; and connects them with the wider confederation Global Strategic Framework, country programme’s strategy and country programmes in a way that maximises resource acquisition efficiency and impactful delivery.
S/he nurtures and supports a high performing team and partners to integrate and implement key influencing strategies and actions. S/he develops and pushes for joint influencing actions with Oxfam and partners in engaging the governments, corporates and regional bodies. S/he establishes/strengthens strategic partnerships Civil Society Organizations, Women’s Rights Organizations, Private Sector, Academia, Networks and coalitions to maximize the impact of Oxfam’s work in Kenya.
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Programme Management, Implementation and Resourcing – 40%
- Leads in the conceptualization, design, implementation and coordination of the Accountable Governance Programme and projects.
- Ensures an integrated delivery of the Programmes and Projects in line with Oxfam’s One Programme Approach.
- Engages with other country Programmes, ...
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Representation & Democracy Manager
UPSU25256
£28,570 to £32,000 per year
Full time, 2 year fixed term
Midday, 2nd February 2026
9th February 2026
The Post
The Representation and Democracy Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Union’s Representation function including physical and digital delivery. The post holder will oversee and support the management of two coordinators to deliver the Union’s core representation and democratic activity. This includes responsibility for the delivery of the Course Rep system (in partnership with the institution), democratic processes including the Have Your Say democracy platform, the Union’s AGM processes, supporting the Union’s Elections process, and supporting elected representatives.
The postholder will drive the Union's Quality Assurance and Higher Education policy work supporting student reps and Elected Officers to highlight key issues at University of Portsmouth and across the sector. The postholder will also help shape the future of the Union's Representation work and be part of the organisation's strategic development.
The Person
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, inspirational individual who is passionate about delivering an excellent student centred service. The post-holder will have:
- Experience leading and managing projects
- Experience supporting, motivating and training people. Line management experience is preferred, however we welcome applications from those who have transferable experience from managing volunteers or ad-hoc staff.
- Experience developing and increasing participation and will demonstrate the skills necessary to develop new initiatives.
- Excellent communication skills
- An understanding of best practice in supporting elected representatives
- The skills to undertake and present research, analyse data
- The ability to handle competing priorities
An understanding of the complex issues faced by students in a Higher Education setting is essential, and an understanding of representative and democratic systems is desirable.
What we offer
- Strong team mentality, supportive and sociable workplace
- Regular training opportunities and team development days
- 38 days holiday (30 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays) and additional Christmas leave (University shutdown)
- Flexible working (e.g. flexitime, career break, paid time off for volunteering)
- 35 hour week
- Enhanced sick pay, maternity, paternity or adoption leave
- Access to University staff benefits: discounted gym membership, free library membership, bike safe
- Employee Assistance Programme
The Organisation
The University of Portsmouth Students’ Union (The Union or UPSU for short) is a forward thinking, friendly organisation with a vision of “delivering a positive impact with every Portsmouth student”. As a charity led by its values and guided by its members, we offer a wide range of services and activities to support and enrich the lives of our students. UPSU employs approximately 30 career staff, a further 40 student staff and we work with over 1000 registered student volunteers and over 100 student groups.
Further Information
For an informal conversation about this opportunity, please contact George Baldwin, Senior Student Voice Manager on george.baldwin@upsu.net or 02392 843669
Closing date for applications: midday, 2nd February 2026Interviews will be held on date: 9th February 2026
We kindly ask that candidates do not send CVs or cover letters as these will not be considered. You can find an application form on our website.
Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role to ensure a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. We will not disclose any personal details to the shortlisting panel. Any documents or links with identifying information will not be used during shortlisting, but can be submitted if you are selected for an interview.
We are strongly dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within our community and we are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment which supports everyone from recruitment through to appointment, regardless of your background. We welcome applications from all talented people and as part of this commitment, we are working to improve the diversity of our workforce to ensure that it...
Director of Organisational Effectiveness
- Salary From:£119,500
- Salary To:£127,500
- Region:England
- Location:Dual London/Home
- Advertised Job Category:People and Culture
- Department:Talent
- Job type:Permanent
- Closing Date:2 February 2026
Director of Organisational EffectivenessContract type: Permanent Full time: 34.5 hours, we are open to a conversation about how you work these hoursLocation: Hybrid between home and our London office (1-2 days per week in the office)
Salary range:£119,500 - £127,500
Are you a strategic, values‑led organisational leader who thrives on shaping capability and performance at scale? Do you have the vision and influence to redesign how an organisation thinks, works and leads?
We’re looking for a Director of Organisational Effectiveness to play a pivotal role in building a more agile, inclusive and future‑ready Macmillan.
About us
At Macmillan you'll find talented people working together to do whatever it takes to support people living with cancer. We're going all out to find even better ways to help even more people who need our support. Our values are at the heart of who we are and everything we do, inspiring our thinking and guiding our actions.
Our new organisational strategy sets out how we’ll fight even harder to make every pound raised count for even more. With your help, we’ll transform cancer care for good.
About the role
As our Director of Organisational Effectiveness, you will provide strategic leadership across organisational design, leadership development, culture, performance, capability and change. You will ensure Macmillan is optimally structured, skilled and culturally aligned to deliver our mission in a rapidly changing environment.
Acting as a trusted advisor to the Chief People & Culture Officer and Executive Team, you will lead the design and delivery of strategic interventions that strengthen organisational agility, leadership capability and inclusion. You will champion modern, evidence‑based approaches to learning, performance and change, ensuring we have the right people with the right skills to deliver our strategic ambitions.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of one of the UK’s most loved and trusted charities - building a dynamic, inclusive and high‑performing organisation that can adapt, thrive and deliver for people living with cancer.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership for the Organisational Effectiveness Division, setting a clear vision aligned with Macmillan’s People & Culture Plan.
- Lead organisational design and development to ensure structures, roles and governance enable agility, clarity and accountability.
- Advise the Executive Team and Board on organisational capability and effectiveness.
- Direct leadership and talent strategies, strengthening leadership capability and building robust succession plans.
- Oversee learning and capability development, ensuring colleagues have the skills and behaviours needed to deliver strategic ambitions.
- Forecast and plan workforce needs, assessing current capacity, forecasting future needs and developing strategic action plans to address gaps.
- Lead the evolution of performance management, fostering accountability, growth and continuous improvement.
- Partner with the Director of Inclusion & Culture to embed equity, diversity and inclusion across all org design, learning and talent practices.
- Provide organisational development expertise for transformation and change programmes.
- Use insight and analytics to evaluate effectiveness and inform decision‑making.
- Build and develop a high‑performing OE team and manage budgets to maximise impact and value.
Please refer to the Role Profile attached below for the full list of responsibilities.
About you
You have extensive senior leadership experience in organisational development, effectiveness or transformation within a large, complex organisation. You will also bring:
- Proven track record of leading large‑scale structural and cultural change.
- Expertise in organisational design, leadership development, and workforce / capability planning.
- Experience embedding performance, learning and engagement frameworks that deliver measurable improvement.
- Strong knowledge of change management and experience building organis...
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This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working (up to 2 days in our London office), 28 days holiday a year plus Bank Holidays and a fantastic pension scheme offering 6% in year one and 11% after this.
Salary £31,000 - £38,000
*You will need to submit a cover letter for your application to be considered.*
Your cover letter will be no longer than the equivalent of one side of A4 and will highlight your key achievements and skills that are relevant to the Essential Criteria listed in the Role Profile. Please also share why you have applied for the role and want to work at Which?
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An exciting opportunity for a researcher to join our Consumer Research & Data Team. As part of an energetic and committed team of researchers, writers, statisticians and analysts, you will lead on quantitative and qualitative research projects that feed into our magazines and website.
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Key responsibilities include:
- Manage research projects - mainly surveys - throughout the project cycle and advise on how to report results on our magazines and website;
- Collaborate with the team to assist in quality assurance checks through all stages of the research projects;
- Contribute to the development and delivery of the team's strategic activities;
- Collaborate with other researchers and the wider Editorial team to identify areas of consumer interest or detriment and share insights that improve business performance, updating, managing and sharing knowledge continuously.
About you:
We are looking for a motivated team player with a can-do attitude. We are looking for someone who has some experience with quantitative research and in particular surveys, designing questionnaires and sampling strategies, scripting and data analysis. The job is also suitable for mixed methods researchers with experience with quantitative as well as qualitative research studies.
If you are passionate about social and /or market research, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and have a strong interest in consumer issues, then we want to hear from you!
The interview process for this role involves:-
First stage: 45 minutes interview with a small task
Second stage: a second 30 minutes interview
Benefits
We also have these benefits for you to consider:
- 35 hour working week
- Generous 28 days holiday a year plus Bank Holidays & Option to buy additional days
- Excellent pension scheme – when you pay in 3%, Which? pays in 6% (rising to 11% after one year of service.)
- Discount site Sodexo which offers large % off every day shopping and holidays
- Annual Award (depending on employee and company performance)
- Healthcare insurance & Private medical insurance and opportunity to participate in Vitality rewards programme (at 6 months)
- A discretionary death in service benefit provision equivalent to six times your annual salary
- Free access to Which? member content and free access to Which? money & legal helplines
- Free wills for all Which? employees, plus, partners of employees can make their will at cost price.
- Work from (almost) anywhere” for 4 weeks of the year policy
About Which?
We promote a great work-life balance (all our roles are now hybrid), offering flexible working options in addition to a full time working week (35 hours) e.g. part time or job shares where possible. If you wish to discuss any of these options, please contact the Resourcing team at resourcing@which.co.uk
Which? is the UK's consumer champion, here to make life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. Read all about us on our website.
At Which? we value diversity and we're committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We are proud that we are in the ‘Top 25 Inclusive Employers' List and currently ranking 3rd.
We want to receive applications from everyone. We believe that a diverse workforce helps us to understand and create a positive impact for consumers.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we'll make reasonable adjustments if you need them - just let us know when you apply. If you need assistance with applying (i.e., would like to apply by phone or post), email recr...
HOLME GRANGE SCHOOL Heathlands Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 3AL Tel: 0118 978 1566 e-mail: hr@holmegrange.org Independent Co-educational School from 3 – 16 years Required As Soon as Possible Estates Assistant Holme Grange is a successful, traditional yet innovative Independent School with a real soul. We aim to stimulate intellectual curiosity and encourage pupils to embrace challenge. We have high expectations, for ourselves and our pupils. Pastoral care is the responsibility of every member of staff and is one of the many strengths of the School. The School is set in 21 acres of beautiful Berkshire countryside and centred around a Grade II listed Victorian country house with modern additions including our recent and sustainably designed and constructed senior school. Outdoor learning is a key area at Holme Grange, and we also have a School farm with livestock and which grows produce. Holme Grange is committed to sustainability and has won awards for excellence in this field on more than one occasion. The post holder will report to the Estates Supervisor as part of the Estates Team and will mainly work on the grounds and gardening needs of the School. There will also be the opportunity to work on building maintenance tasks, and drive school vehicles for which a driving licence is essential. The role will suit an individual who has a hands-on and proactive approach to their duties, is able to operate as part of a highly efficient team, and enjoys outdoor work. Professional development opportunities are available and encouraged. Among other benefits we offer competitive salaries and a contributory pension scheme; free lunch and refreshments during term time; an Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing sessions and personal coaching; staff discount scheme; and fee reductions for eligible children attending Holme Grange. A willingness to play a full part in the extra-curricular and pastoral life of our happy and vibrant school is essential. Holme Grange has its own salary scale. Holme Grange is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for all jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level. A Prohibition Check is also carried out. Holme Grange School is an equal opportunities employer. Full details and application form available at www.holmegrange.org or by telephoning 0118 978 1566. Pre- interview visits welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the HR Team. Applications will only be accepted by completion of an application form which should be submitted with a letter of application to the Bursar, Mrs Katie Chorley. Closing date for applications: until the position is filled Interviews: as soon as possible
Holme Grange School Job Description & Person Specification Job Title: Estates Assistant Responsible to: Estates and Facilities Manager Hours: Full time - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with a 30 minute break (Hours are flexible) Purpose of Job: The Role To carry out day to day maintenance of the school buildings, its services and grounds in order to ensure the school is maintained in a safe and efficient functional order. The performance of all the duties and responsibilities shown below will be under the reasonable direction of the Estates and Facilities Manager, Estates Supervisor, Bursar, Headteacher or other Senior Manager if appropriate. Under the direction of the Estates Supervisor the Estates Assistant will be required to assist with the security of the premises and its contents, ensuring that the school's facilities and grounds are maintained to a high standard whilst meeting the operational needs of a day school Whilst the primary requirements of the appointee will be to meet the gardening and grounds needs of the School they will also be called upon to carry out various other duties as required. These may include, as well as other maintenance jobs, assisting the other grounds and maintenance staff in carrying out their duties (particularly in times of staff absence) and the provision of the occasional delivery and collection service for which the use of a small van is available. The post holder will be required to drive the School’s minibus for which a formal qualification (as arranged by the School) will be expected to be achieved. This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. It will be reviewed regularly and may be subject to modification or amendment at any time after due consideration General Requirements Previous experience in an estate or facilities management role is desirable • • A good understanding of building maintenance including mechanical and electrical systems • A good understanding of compliance, health and safety and other statutory regulations • Hold a valid driver's license • Previous experience in pitch maintenance for Cricket, Football, Rugby and Athletics desirable but not essential An ideal Candidate will: be reliable, flexible and readily available to support the needs of the school have effective communication skills and good interpersonal skills • Have a proactive approach to general maintenance • • • work well as part of a team and independently • • • • be confident and a reassuring presence whilst maintaining a professional relationship with students be able to give instructions and manage situations involving different groups of people have basic IT skills (familiar with use of email, mobile phone messaging etc.) be calm in an emergency and flexible to respond to unexpected situations Heathlands Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 3AL 0118 978 1566 school@holmegrange.org www.holmegrange.org Headteacher Mrs Pippa Adams MEd FCCT Holme Grange Ltd trading as Holme Grange School registered in England No. 9000240 Registered office at Holme Grange School, Heathlands Road, Wokingham RG40 3AL Registered as a charity No. 309105 Main Duties This is a 'hands-on' appointment and the Estates Assistant is expected to be fully involved with the daily duties being flexible and responsive. It is essential that the candidate is able to demonstrate their ability to work as part of an effective team. The ability to prioritise work and identify, diagnose and solve problems before they affect the operation of the school is essential. Being committed to the safeguarding of children • • Occasional out of hours work is required, however notice will be given in advance. • • • • Liaise with the Estates Supervisor regarding work to be carried out Carry out compliance and legislative checks to ensure the School remains fully compliant Report any faulty appliances, damaged furniture/equipment and any other potential hazards Ensure the maintenance of the School estate is maintained to the highest standards. This may include; o Grass cutting, leaf and litter clearance to maintain a clean and tidy appearance. o To weed kill as necessary (training will be provided if required) o To keep all hedges properly trimmed and fences in good condition o To keep all external areas and other hard surfaces clean and tidy. o To maintain the woodland path to the athletics field. o Tending to the flower beds, hanging baskets, vegetables etc. o Maintain the Adventure Playground, Willow Village, Forest School and Outdoor Learning Areas o Maintain all the woodland areas with the assistance of outside contractors o Assist with the management of the School Polytunnel o Assist with the maintenance of the School ‘Farm’ including mucking out and general up keep of the pens as well as changing bedding, administering medication and feeding (when required) and working to maintain the animals welfare o Ke...
Role: Activities Team Lead
Location: St Ives House, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, BH24 2EE
Pay: £12.75 per hour
Hours: 32 hours per week, to include alternate weekends
We have an exciting opportunity for an Activities Team Lead to join the team at St Ives House, our beautiful country house care home near Ringwood.
Join Our Team:
We are keen to meet people with a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents. You'll need to be naturally compassionate and understanding of others.
What you will be doing:
- Providing a range of imaginative and enjoyable social & therapeutic activities to our residents, some of whom are living with dementia.
- Managing an ongoing calendar of social events and activities for residents, covering their personal interests.
- Negotiating with suppliers, ordering materials, buying tickets, booking transport and arranging outings; to include the wider care team and friends & family of residents if appropriate.
- Researching and implementing new ideas, events and activities.
- Supervising the Activities Assistant team
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
You'll receive a comprehensive induction including:
- Ongoing training and development.
- Receiving support from a friendly, experienced team and colleagues.
- Delivering person-centred activities that truly make a difference.
- Encouraging residents to stay independent and active.
- Building genuine friendships with residents.
- Creating a positive, team-focused atmosphere within the home.
Your Rewards and Benefits
At Care South, we really value all our staff, whatever the role. We offer a stimulating and incredibly rewarding career. We celebrate all our staff every year through the Care South Stars Awards.
As a not-for-profit charity, our focus isn’t on our owners or shareholders its very firmly on those in our care and those that care for them. We are constantly looking at ways to improve the reward and recognition of all our amazing people within the Care South Team. Our current benefits package includes: -
- Online/retail discounts – Blue Light Card.
- Paid induction and training.
- Employee referral bonus scheme.
- Free DBS check.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Life insurance.
- NMC pin fees paid by us.
- Staff association.
- Local staff reward programme
- Onsite learning and development team.
- Career progression.
- Competitive pay rates.
- Flexible working hours.
- Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.
What You Need to Know
- You must be 18 years or older.
- We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re kind, caring, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of something truly special.
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The Nest Holmfirth CIC
Director (Two Posts)
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Location: Remote and some in-person events and meetings at The Nest in Holmfirth
Overview: The Nest Holmfirth CIC provides essential support to parents and their under 5's. Our mission is to improve parental wellbeing and support early years development. The Nest is run by parents, for parents. Based in a bustling community building, The Nest offers a variety of classes, sessions and workshops, all to support parental mental and physical health, as well as to support the learning of babies and toddlers.
The role of Director is an opportunity to influence the running of The Nest Holmfirth CIC and shape its future. Working with other committed Directors and staff, you will gain valuable experience of leading, sustaining and developing a small community organisation. Directors take legal responsibility for the governance of the organisation, and this is supported by staff.
Time commitment: We have around four Director meetings per year, plus ad-hoc events in the year which Directors are sometimes expected to attend. Directors are also involved in correspondence and decision-making in between meetings. Some Directors may take on a specific role (e.g. Chair, Safeguarding Lead etc) which is dependent on vacancy and suitability of skills and experience. The expected time commitment of a Director is in the region of 1 to 4 hours per week which will vary over the year.
Benefits: This is a voluntary, unremunerated position. You will gain valuable experience of being a company director, and experience of leading a non-profit organisation: a community interest company (CIC) which are all valued on a CV. You will have the opportunity to gain or develop other skills depending on specific roles you may take up on the Board. This is an opportunity to make a difference to families with young children and have an impact on the local community.
For more information, and details of how to apply, please read the role description.
Anywhere in Kirklees
Voluntary position (expenses remunerated)
- Contract: 37 hours, full time, permanent subject to external funding. Subject to Enhanced DBS Clearance
- Salary: SCP 19-22 (£32,061 – £33,699)
- Closing Date: Open
We are looking for an individual to lead the delivery of the New CGL Project from February 2026, including the day to day running of the contract, within one of the focus areas of Lancashire. The Project lead will build networks and partnerships across the area in particular those linked with the Recovery Community, which will give participants the support they need towards improving and maintaining their physical & mental wellbeing.
The Project lead will work closely as part of a Project leads team, along with the Operations Manager to deliver on New CGL Contract. The Post holder will be instrumental in providing a smooth communication link between Active Lancashire and local stakeholder partners, to meet the Physical Activity needs of the geographical area to support the maintenance pathway of participants in recovery.
This post will have responsibility for a number of Active Recovery Support Workers x 2, volunteers and casual deliverers whilst supporting and growing the network of partners locally. In addition, the post will help and support participants access training. Utilising funding /delivery budget that has been secured . The post will also develop a programme of health and wellbeing activities which will meet the needs of people engaged through the CGL contract based on the needs and gaps in the area.
The post holder will work closely with the Operations Manager and the wider Place Managers to ensure the smooth running of activities, collection of monitoring information and showcasing impact in the place.
Working with the Research and Insight Officer to ensure all information has been gathered and input on the portal for the accurate completion of evaluation paperwork, quarterly reports and outcome measures for the contract.
Application Process
Please submit a CV and cover letter (of not more than two pages), explaining clearly why you are interested in the role and suited to it (based on the person specification), Alternative to a cover letter, you may submit a 3 min (Max) video. Send to: jobs@activelancashire.org.uk
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Darren Wright Director of Communities (dwright@activelancashire.org.uk).
In addition, please provide the following information:
- Confirmation you are eligible to work in the UK (the successful candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence before a job offer is confirmed).
- Any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or the selection process.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; whether they are married or are
in a civil partnership; whether they are disabled; whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.
We strive to ensure that our staff represent people from all backgrounds; this is not only the right thing to do but will ensure that we can achieve the best results for the communities that our organisation serves.
*We welcome applications from those with Lived Experience of the Criminal Justice System; however our work involves Regulated Activity, it is a criminal offence for anyone on the Adult’s or Children’s Barred List to apply for these roles. You will need an Enhanced DBS, and applicants with a Sexual Offending, Domestic Violence or Domestic Abuse conviction or caution will not be considered for the role. Any other convictions can be discussed in order for us to complete a Risk Assessment.
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We are looking for a new Priest-in-Charge for St Mary’s, Buckden. This will be a part-time (3 days per week, plus Sunday duties) position in a newly formed single parish benefice serving a population of 3000 people in a beautiful village location. The village is well located for travel (next to the A1) and served by an excellent Church Academy Primary school.
We believe this exciting role would suit both recently ordained and more experienced clergy, especially those who do not need a full time appointment. The modern vicarage is located next to the church. This is a perfect post allowing a priest to concentrate on growing the church in one location.
We are looking to appoint a forward-thinking, energetic priest who will:-
In the wider community:
- grow our missional impact by engaging with everyone in the village community
- energise children and young people and build on our relationship with Buckden CE Primary Academy
- support and enrich our existing pastoral and ecumenical activities
- lead our involvement in Deanery, Chapter & Diocesan life.
In our worship:
- be loving, inclusive and welcoming to all
- be open and embrace a range of styles of worship, including intergenerational worship, and activities to attract young people and families
- be sympathetic to the diverse liturgical traditions of those within our church
- encourage the development of all those involved in ministry (lay & ordained)
In the church:
- work with us to grow our church
- support us in our aim to become carbon net zero and to increase the sustainability of our church
- encourage and support all our volunteers
- work to increase the effectiveness of our fund-raising and outreach activities.
- help us to adapt and develop our church for this and future generations.
Good communication skills, organisational skills and a pastoral heart are essential. The candidate must be able to engage well with people of all ages, backgrounds and outlooks. Delegation will be important for this part-time position. There are many and varied talents within the congregation which can be utilised and nurtured. Many supportive and active volunteers organise a range of social and fund-raising activities which attract people to St Mary’s from Buckden and further afield.
Our diocese and deanery offers:
- spacious modern vicarage
- friendly supportive chapter colleagues
- well funded CMD and support for clergy and their families
- generous and pastoral senior leadership
Application Process
- Download the Benefice Profile and Application form from the Church of England Pathways recruitment site here - https://www.cofepathways.org/members/modules/job/detail.php?record=9090
- Please note that applications must be submitted by email to archdeacon.handw@elydiocese.org
- Closing Date: 12 noon Monday 26 January 2026
- Interviews: 10 or 12 February 2026
- Informal enquiries Ven Richard Harlow, Archdeacon of Huntingdon & Wisbech, Telephone 07415 757527
Safer Recruitment in the Diocese of Ely
The Diocese of Ely is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees to undertake safeguarding checks and training relevant to their role and to adhere to the Church of England’s safeguarding policies and procedures . Therefore, this position is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service).
A Diverse and Inclusive Workforce
The Diocese of Ely is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME), women, and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.
Our Diocese
The Diocese of Ely stretches from Cambridge to Peterborough and out towards the coastal areas of West Norfolk. It houses 3/4 million people, which will rise to 1 million in the next 15 years.
This area buzzes with energy from the academic, business and medical excellence of Cambridge University to the rich agricultural areas of Huntingdon, Fenland and Norfolk.
Despite the presence of a world leading university, Cambridgeshire is not all affluent. Towns and cities have pockets of poverty and low attainment. Some rural areas can be isolat...
St George’s has a faithful but very small congregation who need a mission-minded priest who will lead them to re-engage with the local community. St George’s will become part of the “Minster” MMU of All Saints’ Woodford Wells and work closely with the incumbent of All Saints’, Paul Harcourt. The churchmanship of the Minster team is charismatic evangelical. The tradition of the parish has been centred on a Sunday Eucharist. You would need to be comfortable leading in both settings.
We are looking for:
- Someone who is passionate about mission and evangelism
- Someone whose faith will inspire and challenge us
- Someone to build and nurture bridges with the wider community
- Someone with strong and sensitive pastoral gifts
- Someone who thrives on working collaboratively and can lead change with grace
For more information about working as part of the All Saints’ Team, please contact Rev. Paul Harcourt on 020 8504 0266 or email paul@asww.org.uk
A Parish Profile and application form available from and to be returned to: The Archdeacon of West Ham’s office: a.westham@chelmsford.anglican.org
All appointments subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.
Closing date for applications: 2 February 2026 by midnight.
Interviews: 12 February 2026
Job title: Priest in Charge (full time)Location: St James the Great Dollar and St Paul, KinrossClosing Date: 30 January 2026Interviews: week beginning 23 February 2026
Who we are
This is an exciting opportunity for a full-time priest to live and serve in one of the most beautiful areas of Scotland. Our two congregations, St James the Great in Dollar and St Paul’s in Kinross, are located just 12 miles apart. Both are warm, welcoming and supportive communities, open to new ideas and eager to grow under inspired and caring leadership.
What we need
We seek a Priest in Charge committed to developing their Christian faith and spiritual leadership in this newly linked charge. They will have skills and personal qualities which enable them to lead our two congregations, encouraging those already on their journey of faith and welcoming those seeking a spiritual home. We are seeking someone of strong faith, committed to sharing the Gospel and living out Christian values in everyday life. They will be ready to become an active presence within both communities, guiding and inspiring us as we work together toward our shared vision of becoming self-sustaining, thriving communities of faith.
Next steps
Informal enquiries are welcome, please contact the Dean at dean@standrews.anglican.org
Church Profiles and Application Form are available at https://standrews.anglican.org/vacancies
Application together with CV should be sent by 30 January to: The Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld and Dunblane, at bishop@standrews.anglican.org or at Diocesan Office, 28a Balhousie Street, Perth, PH1 5HJ.
Applicants must have Right to Remain and Right to Work in the UK. Appointment is subject to Scottish PVG (Safeguarding).