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Many thanks for your interest in the position of trustee at Alphabetti Theatre.
New trustees will be joining us at one of the most crucial moments in the organisation’s history, as we look to meet the challenges of today’s cultural landscape.
We are living through a period of unparalleled difficulty for theatre and the arts. Regionally and nationally, venues, artists and companies are facing up to ever-increasing obstacles posed to creativity.
I took the role of Artistic & Executive Director at Alphabetti because I believe that many of the solutions to the problems being faced by the arts lie in fringe venues. Where ideas are born, where people meet, and where careers grow.
It has never been more essential for venues such as Alphabetti to flourish – to encourage and inspire artists, to provide a sanctuary for those who need us, and to establish Newcastle and the North East as an epicentre for new ideas and creative ambition.
I hope you can join us for the journey.
Ed Cole - Artistic & Executive Director
Treasurer Trustee
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Finance with Purpose: Become our new Treasurer Trustee
Join English for All and help transform lives through language learning by helping guide our charity’s growth by shaping its financial future as our new Treasurer.
Founded in 2019, English for All exists to fill the gaps in ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) provision for refugees and asylum seekers. We provide free, community-based, person-centred English classes—both in person and online—supported by educational visits, cultural activities, and user-led engagement projects.
Our open-door policy welcomes everyone, regardless of status or ability. Students describe us as a safe, nurturing space where displaced people feel supported, respected, and heard.
Using a Participatory Education Methodology—where everyone is both a teacher and a learner—we empower service users to shape the curriculum, lead projects, and mentor each other, building confidence, connection, and a sense of belonging.
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About the role:
We’re seeking a positive, dedicated Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees and help steer the charity’s financial and strategic direction. You’ll work closely with fellow trustees, our small teaching team, and volunteers to ensure English for All continues to grow sustainably and meet the evolving needs of our learners.
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We are looking for someone who is:
● A finance professional – ideally with charity experience, or a willingness to learn from a strong commercial or SME background.
● A strategic thinker who can balance risk with opportunity.
● A clear communicator able to make financial information meaningful for non-finance colleagues.
● Willing to play an active role in forecasting, budgeting, and working with auditors.
As with all trustees, you’ll also contribute to the wider governance and strategic leadership of the charity.
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If you are interested:
Send your CV and a brief covering letter to info@englishforall.uk, explaining why you’d like to be Treasurer and what skills and experience you’d bring to the role.
If you have any questions, or would like an informal chat before applying, please feel free to contact us and we’d be happy to help.
Young Trustee
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Become a Young Trustee at Northumberland Wildlife Trust. Are you aged 18–30 and passionate about nature, community, or making a difference? This is an exciting opportunity to join the Board of Trustees at Northumberland Wildlife Trust and help shape the future of wildlife conservation in our region.
You’ll start by shadowing current trustees in Spring/Summer 2026 with full mentoring and support, before becoming a voting trustee from October 2026. No prior experience is needed—just your fresh perspective, ideas, and enthusiasm.
📅 Apply by 9am, Tuesday 6th January
📝 Complete application form, which includes your personal details and sharing a short written statement or a 2-minute video.
📍 Open to those living in or with links to Newcastle, North Tyneside or Northumberland
The trustee role is designed to be compatible with a full-time job/further education and/or caring responsibilities, with a commitment to attending 8-11 meetings per year, typically in the evening and online.
This is your chance to gain leadership experience, grow your network, and make a real impact.
For full details, including an Information Pack and Application Form, visit https://www.nwt.org.uk/volunteering-opportunities/young-trustee
Eat Smart Development Manager
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Eat Smart Development Manager
Organisation: Bind CIO
Location: Based in Newcastle’s Ouseburn Valley but this role can be worked remotely/hybrid (some UK-wide travel required incl. a trip to Newcastle minimum monthly)
Contract: 30-32 hours per week (with the option of increased hours during term-time and reduced hours in school holidays). Permanent position. Job shares considered.
Reports to: CEO
Salary: £34,320 - £39,520 pro rata / £25,740 - £31,616 per annum
Key Information
Deadline for all applications is Mon 12th January 2026 at 9am – applications received after this date will not be considered
In-person interviews will take place on 21st January 2026 in Newcastle
The start date will be end of February 2026, but start dates will be discussed at interview.
Please see the application process below, applications which do not provide the required documents will not be considered
We will contact all applicants as soon as possible to inform them of the status of their application
If you require any further information, please contact info@projectbind.com
About Bind
BIND UK is a specialist team offering expert advice and guidance to organisations that are determined to deliver practical, positive and permanent impact to the UK’s Food Waste Challenge. We believe change is created not by a handful of people doing sustainability perfectly, but by everyone doing a little something. Find out more about our values and purpose here.
About Eat Smart
Eat Smart is a successful primary school educational programme born in the NE of England designed to inspire children and schools to reduce food waste and build sustainable food systems. We deliver engaging resources and learning experiences that empower schools and pupils to have more ownership of their kitchens/dinner halls, improve student wellbeing, and have increased environmental awareness.
Since 2018 Eat Smart has enabled 70 schools in North East England to rescue their food waste by over 25%, equivalent to saving 6,000 meals worth £13,000 per school, per year, and our expansion to other areas of the UK has already begun. With an ever-growing data set and credibility for school food waste prevention, we have increasing potential to affect school food policy and deliver food waste prevention interventions on a national level.
As we expand our delivery across the UK, we are seeking a dynamic and strategic Development Manager to lead the expansion via a franchise model, build partnerships, and oversee the operational excellence of our growing network.
Read more on Eat Smart here.
Role Purpose
This is a pivotal leadership role focused on scaling the Eat Smart model nationally. The postholder will drive growth by developing regional and national partnerships, securing funding streams, recruiting and onboarding delivery partners, and ensuring quality and impact across all Eat Smart schools and organisations.
You will combine strong operational management with strategic business development — ensuring Eat Smart continues to grow sustainably, aligning with Bind’s aims and values.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Growth & Project Development
Co-develop and deliver a UK-wide expansion strategy for Eat Smart
Develop and manage the franchise/licensing model for national delivery partners
Lead on the recruitment, onboarding, and support of partner organisations to deliver the Eat Smart programme effectively
Funding & Partnership Development
Identify, establish and nurture partnerships with national and local government agencies, policy makers, school bodies and funders.
Build strategic relationships with relevant education, environment and community organisations
Research relevant funding opportunities for delivery partners and Bind
Support delivery partners with the submission of funding applications
UK Network Management & Evaluation
Co-design/develop the Eat Smart monitoring and evaluation system to monitor KPIs and the environmental and social impact of Eat Smart across the UK
Lead on the management of the monitoring and evaluation system, supporting delivery partners where necessary
Create local and national impact reports for Eat Smart and use insights to inform improvement and growth
Manage the support network of UK delivery partners, ensuring they are able to deliver the programme effectively
Assist delivery partners with meetings with Local Authorities and catering organisations
Marketing & Communications
Co-design and lead on delivery of annual Eat Smart conferences
Represent Eat Smart at events, conferences, and networking opportunities across the UK
Manage Eat Smart UK social media channels
Develop digital and print materials to support programme promotion and recruitment
Person Specification
Essential:
Align with Bind’s values. If you are this, we can teach you the rest!
Understanding of third sector grant funding landscape and experience in successful bid writing
Strong project management and organisational skills
Experience in partnership and stakeholder recruitment and management
Ability to lead, inspire, and develop teams of partners remotely
Experience with monitoring, evaluation, and reporting frameworks
Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for improving environmental and education outcomes.
Excellent written and verbal communicator and proficient in IT systems (shared documents, spreadsheets, Zoom/Teams/Meet, social media, website editing and emails)
Desirable:
Interest in, and awareness of, food waste on a local and global level
Experience in business development, franchise management, or operational leadership.
Experience working in education, environment or social impact sectors.
Knowledge of primary school systems
Experience of community engagement in the UK
Full driving license and access to own vehicle
** A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Check will be required for the post, but a clean DBS certificate is not essential for the role - we will review employees with a criminal record on a case-by-case basis. **
What We Offer
Opportunity to shape and lead the national growth of an amazing educational programme
A collaborative, mission-driven environment with real social and environmental impact
Flexible working arrangements and supportive leadership. Many of our Eat Smart staff choose to work term-time only
Remote working, with an office in Newcastle's Ouseburn Valley
Being part of a small and passionate team, who believe in a positive disruptive mission to change the food waste landscape across the UK.
Application Process
If you are interested in applying, please send the following:
Covering letter describing why you want to work for Bind on the Eat Smart project, your relevant experience and how you meet the job specification above (1 page maximum)
An up-to-date CV (2 pages maximum)
Contact details for 2 referees
Please attach the above to an email and send it to info@projectbind.com with an email subject of “Your Name + Eat Smart Development Meeting”
Please see the “Key Information” box above for a timeline and deadlines for the application process.
WorkWell Coordinator
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Connected Voice is looking for a WorkWell Coordinator
Full Time Salary (37 hours per week): £30,467 to £35,720
Also available as two part-time or job share roles
Benefits include:
Flexible and hybrid working
29 days holiday per annum – plus Bank Holidays, plus 3 days between Christmas and New Year (pro rata for part-time employees)
Pension Scheme – up to 5% employer and employee contribution
Office base – SmartScore building, designed for hybrid working
BUPA Cash Health Plan – paid for by employer
Credit Union Savings Scheme – save directly from salary
Corporate Metro/Northumberland Line Pass Scheme
2 volunteering days per annum (pro rata for part-time employees)
Bike to Work Scheme
Connected Voice is looking for a WorkWell Coordinator(s) covering Newcastle and Gateshead. WorkWell is a key part of the government’s measures to better join up employment and health support. The North East is one of the pilot areas for this programme. The purpose is to assist a successful return to work by providing tailored support for people in employment with a current FIT Note for mental health, musco skeletal or menopause issues. For more information see WorkWell Programme | North East and North Cumbria NHS.
The WorkWell Coordinator will play a pivotal role in driving the programme forward, ensuring alignment across health, employment, and neighbourhood health agendas. They will be a point of contact for stakeholders including NHS services, VCSE providers, and community organisations to create a smooth integration of services across the care pathway
We are looking for a people person with the ability to motivate individuals and foster good working relationships. You will have a strong understanding of the neighbourhood health agenda and be committed to creating a biopsychosocial model of support. You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, well-organised, with good strategic leadership-management skills.
This is a great opportunity to drive the evolution of the programme locally and position the initiative as a model of integrated health and employment support, contributing to national priorities on workforce and wellbeing.
To have an informal chat about the role, please contact Julia Perry VSCE Alliance Coordinator, julia.perry@connectedvoice.org.uk
You can download an application pack from www.connectedvoice.org.uk
(Please note that CVs will not be accepted)
Return the completed application form to judith.temple@connectedvoice.org.uk
Closing date for receipt of application forms is 12.00 noon on 5 January 2026
Interviews will be held on 13 January 2026
Connected Voice is an equal opportunities employer
Registered charity: 1125877
Company registration: 6681475
DJ Facilitator
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The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company is seeking a Part-Time DJ Facilitator to support people with a learning disability and autistic people to develop their DJ skills, confidence, and creativity. This role is ideal for someone passionate about music, inclusion, and person-centred practice, who wants to make a meaningful impact through weekly sessions and live performance opportunities.
As DJ Facilitator, you will plan and deliver engaging weekly DJ sessions that help participants build skills, work towards personal goals, and prepare for FRESH club night performances. You will create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment that encourages creativity, confidence, and active participation, while offering tailored support to meet individual needs.
We are looking for someone with experience in DJing or music facilitation or a strong desire to share DJ skills with others, who is confident leading groups and managing group dynamics. You will work closely with participants to identify goals, support their progress, and stay organised by planning sessions, preparing resources, completing risk assessments, and maintaining accurate records.
See Job Description for full job description and person specification details.
Administrative Assistant
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Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Pay: FTE £26,227.50 pro rata (actual: £11,190.40)
Location: Windmill Hills Centre, Gateshead NE8 1QB
Hours: 16 hours/week
Annual Leave: 32 days/240 hours per year, pro rata. This includes the usual bank holidays (8 days)
Contract type: Fixed term for 2 years
Deadline: Monday 12th January 2026 12pm noon.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Do you want to make a difference to the lives of refugees and people seeking asylum in the North of England? The Comfrey Project in Gateshead is looking for an Administrative Assistant.
Since 2001, The Comfrey Project has offered a secure and inclusive environment for individuals who have escaped conflict and persecution. We use horticulture-based activities including gardening, bee-keeping, cooking, crafts and construction with the goal of enhancing their physical and mental health, assisting them in acquiring new skills, and helping them integrate into their new community. We aim to create a welcoming space where everyone is encouraged to play an active role. Our volunteers, those seeking asylum and refugees living in Northeast England, share their skills and knowledge, assist in running our sessions, help make organisational decisions, and gain from active participation.
We are interested in hearing from experienced and confident administrators, keen to be part of a small, dynamic team and to work collaboratively to advance the vision and the aims of The Comfrey Project.
For more comprehensive information, please visit our website HERE to download our Job Pack.
Finance Assistant
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Job Title: Finance Assistant
Pay: FTE £26,227.50 pro rata (actual: £11,190.40)
Location: Windmill Hills Centre, Gateshead NE8 1QB
Hours: 16 hours/week
Annual Leave: 32 days/240 hours per year, pro rata. This includes the usual bank holidays (8 days)
Contract type: Fixed term for 2 years
Deadline: Monday 12th January 2026 12pm noon.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Do you want to make a difference to the lives of refugees and people seeking asylum in the North of England? The Comfrey Project in Gateshead is looking for an Administrative Assistant.
Since 2001, The Comfrey Project has offered a secure and inclusive environment for individuals who have escaped conflict and persecution. We use horticulture-based activities including gardening, bee-keeping, cooking, crafts and construction with the goal of enhancing their physical and mental health, assisting them in acquiring new skills, and helping them integrate into their new community. We aim to create a welcoming space where everyone is encouraged to play an active role. Our volunteers, those seeking asylum and refugees living in Northeast England, share their skills and knowledge, assist in running our sessions, help make organisational decisions, and gain from active participation.
We are interested in hearing from experienced and confident financial administrators, keen to be part of a small, dynamic team to help us realise our ambitious plans for the future, by providing a robust underpinning of financial policies, systems and internal controls.
For more comprehensive information, please visit our website HERE to download our Job Pack.
Chief Operating Officer
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Role: Chief Operating Officer
Organisation: Edberts House
Hours: 30 - 37 hours per week (open to negotiation)
Salary: £45,000 per year pro rata
Description
We are looking for an experienced values-driven leader who will play a critical role in shaping the charity’s future, ensuring sustainability, growth, and the highest standards of service delivery. You will play a key role in shaping and delivering our organisational strategy while ensuring operational excellence across all areas.
Edberts House has been operating for over 15 years, supporting over 7,000 people last year across our projects. We are a vibrant, community-led charity delivering place-based initiatives across Gateshead, from grassroots projects to collaborative work with statutory partners. We are committed to reducing health inequalities and empowering local people to build healthier, happier, and friendlier communities.
We have a committed and experienced team of around 50 staff, delivering services across multiple sites in Gateshead. Our work is founded on prevention, innovation, and a deep belief in the strength and potential of local people. We run four long-standing community house projects, a social prescribing team embedded within primary and secondary care, and pilot initiatives with CNTW and Gateshead local authority in schools. We are also proud to lead Compassionate Gateshead, in partnership with NHS North East and North Cumbria.
You will be a strong and confident presenter, able to articulate our vision and values to all stakeholders, and, on occasion, will deputise for the CEO. This is primarily an internal facing role, working with the CEO, Board and Senior Leadership team to provide consistent, strategic, financial and operational leadership, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the organisation. This role requires someone with significant experience in leading operations, excellent people skills and a passion for empowering and developing staff. The ideal candidate will also have experience in proactive risk management, the ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects, and a proven track record of strategic planning and implementation.
You will be joining a committed, passionate and experienced team that is making a big difference to the lives of local people.
Application Resources
Job description & application form available via https://edbertshouse.org/join-us or email: recruitment@edbertshouse.org
If you would like to arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Deborah Proud at recruitment@edbertshouse.org ? who will arrange a suitable time in January with the CEO.
Application instructions
Please email your completed application and a covering letter to recruitment@edbertshouse.org by no later than 12noon on Monday 12th January 2026
Interviews will be held PM on Monday 26th January 2026