Guy's Gift

Fundraising helps make bereavement support possible. Join Guy's Gift to help secure the funding and build the relationships that enable us to support bereaved children, young people and families across Coventry and Warwickshire. We're looking for a Fundraiser to develop and deliver fundraising activities, build and maintain relationships with donors, businesses and community supporters, and identify opportunities to grow income for the charity. Working as part of a small team, you will help create sustainable funding opportunities so that more children and young people can access the bereavement support they need. Location: Hybrid/home-based Hours: 0.4 FTE (14 hours per week) Salary: £11,180 pa Contract: 12 month fixed, with possiblity to extend dependant on funding. Reporting to: Operations Manager Closing date: midday on 11th November 2026 About Guy's Gift Guy's Gift supports children, young people and families who are experiencing bereavement and change. Our work is rooted in compassion and respect, and we believe that no child should face grief alone. We are passionate about ensuring that every child and young person has access to timely and meaningful support when they need it most. About the Role Develop and deliver fundraising activities to secure the income needed to provide bereavement support to children and young people across Coventry and Warwickshire. Work closely with the Operations Manager and wider team to identify and develop fundraising opportunities across charitable trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, community fundraising and individual giving. Build and maintain positive relationships with funders, businesses and supporters, identifying opportunities to develop new partnerships and grow income. Research funding opportunities, prepare applications and support the development of compelling funding proposals aligned with the charity's priorities. Manage fundraising activity independently, ensuring opportunities are well organised, relationships are maintained and potential income is followed up effectively. Take initiative and use strong communication and organisational skills to develop sustainable fundraising opportunities. Contribute to a small, collaborative team where flexibility, shared responsibility and a commitment to making a difference are central to how we work. Help secure the future of Guy's Gift and make a meaningful contribution to the support available to bereaved children and young people in our local community. How to Apply Applications are made by completing the Guy's Gift application form. We adhere to safer recruitment and do not accept CVs alone in application for any position with the charity. Please find a full application pack on the Guy's Gift website.

Every child deserves support through grief. Join Guy's Gift to provide compassionate bereavement support to children, young people and families across Coventry and Warwickshire. We're looking for a Community Based Bereavement Support Worker or Community Based Bereavement Counsellor to help children and young people navigate grief, build resilience and access the support they need. Working across community settings, you will deliver high-quality support that is timely, child-centred and responsive to the needs of each family. Location: Hybrid/home-based with travel across Coventry and Warwickshire Hours: 17.5 hours per week Salary: • Bereavement Support Worker: £23,500-£25,500 FTE (£11,750-£12,750 pro rata) • Bereavement Counsellor: £25,500-£27,500 FTE (£12,750-£13,750 pro rata) Contract: Initial 12-month fixed-term contract Reporting to: Delivery Team Leader Closing date: Wednesday 11th November 2026 at midday About Guy's Gift Guy's Gift supports children, young people and families who are experiencing bereavement and change. Our work is rooted in compassion and respect, and we believe that no child should face grief alone. We are passionate about ensuring that every child and young person has access to timely and meaningful support when they need it most. Appointment will be made as either a Community Based Bereavement Support Worker or Community Based Bereavement Counsellor depending on qualifications, professional registration and experience. This role provides compassionate, child-centred support to children, young people and families affected by bereavement, helping them navigate grief, build resilience and access support within their communities. About the Role Deliver direct support to bereaved children and young people across Coventry and Warwickshire through group work, one-to-one bereavement support or counselling, and Support to Support pathways for families and professionals. Work closely with the Delivery Team Leader and wider team to help children and young people access the most appropriate support in a timely and meaningful way. Contribute to assessments with families and identify appropriate pathways of support. Work independently, using professional judgement to build positive relationships across schools, community venues and family environments. Contribute to a small, reflective and supportive team where collaboration, compassion and safe practice are central to how we work. Make a meaningful difference to bereaved children and young people within the local community. How to Apply Applications are made by completing the Guy's Gift application form. We adhere to safer recruitment and do not accept CVs alone in application for any position with the charity. Please find a full application pack on the Guy's Gift website.