Contract: 6-month fixed term contract Hours: 28 hours per week over 4 days Salary: £29,500 - £34,000 per annum (pro rata for part time) Location: Burford, Oxfordshire or Radcliffe Greater Manchester, hybrid working with a minimum of two days per week in the office Closing date: 21 July 2026 Interview dates: Interviews will be arranged as applications are received Are you passionate about supporting people and creating positive workplace experiences? We're looking for a People & Culture Advisor to join our People & Culture team at Blue Cross on a 6 month fixed term basis. This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll work closely with managers and colleagues across the organisation, providing practical advice, guidance and support on a wide range of people matters, while helping us continue to build an inclusive and collaborative One Blue Cross culture. More about the role Are you an experienced HR professional with a strong background in Employee Relations? We're looking for a People & Culture Advisor to join our People & Culture team at Blue Cross on a 6 month fixed term contract. This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll work closely with managers and colleagues across the organisation, providing practical advice, guidance and support on a wide range of people matters. A key focus of the role will be supporting managers through Employee Relations matters, helping them navigate both informal and formal processes confidently and consistently. We're looking for someone who can quickly build effective relationships, work independently and confidently manage a varied caseload, making this an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional looking to make an immediate impact. About you You'll be an experienced HR professional with strong Employee Relations knowledge and the confidence to advise managers through a wide range of people matters. You'll be comfortable handling both informal and formal cases and able to provide practical, balanced advice that supports positive outcomes while ensuring compliance with policy and employment legislation. You'll have excellent communication and relationship-building skills, enabling you to influence, challenge and support managers effectively. You'll be highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and comfortable working independently while collaborating as part of a wider team. Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys helping managers navigate complex people issues and is able to quickly establish credibility and trust within a busy operational environment. Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Previous experience of working in HR, gained throughout the employee life cycle Significant experience of advising and coaching managers through formal and informal Employee Relations cases, including sickness absence, grievance, disciplinary and capability matters Experience of advising managers through formal and informal Employee Relations cases including sickness absence, grievance, disciplinary and capability Confident in dealing with numbers and experience of analysing and reporting data Excellent interpersonal skills and customer-facing skills Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Good attention to detail Great administration skills A proven track record of prioritising and organising work and projects within a busy and multi-functioning role IT literate with MS Office, web-based platforms, and databases The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience CIPD Level 3 Experience of working with volunteers in a HR environment Experience of managing projects and development programmes An understanding of the demands of the voluntary sector How to apply Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
Jul 09, 2026
Full time
Contract: 6-month fixed term contract Hours: 28 hours per week over 4 days Salary: £29,500 - £34,000 per annum (pro rata for part time) Location: Burford, Oxfordshire or Radcliffe Greater Manchester, hybrid working with a minimum of two days per week in the office Closing date: 21 July 2026 Interview dates: Interviews will be arranged as applications are received Are you passionate about supporting people and creating positive workplace experiences? We're looking for a People & Culture Advisor to join our People & Culture team at Blue Cross on a 6 month fixed term basis. This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll work closely with managers and colleagues across the organisation, providing practical advice, guidance and support on a wide range of people matters, while helping us continue to build an inclusive and collaborative One Blue Cross culture. More about the role Are you an experienced HR professional with a strong background in Employee Relations? We're looking for a People & Culture Advisor to join our People & Culture team at Blue Cross on a 6 month fixed term contract. This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll work closely with managers and colleagues across the organisation, providing practical advice, guidance and support on a wide range of people matters. A key focus of the role will be supporting managers through Employee Relations matters, helping them navigate both informal and formal processes confidently and consistently. We're looking for someone who can quickly build effective relationships, work independently and confidently manage a varied caseload, making this an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional looking to make an immediate impact. About you You'll be an experienced HR professional with strong Employee Relations knowledge and the confidence to advise managers through a wide range of people matters. You'll be comfortable handling both informal and formal cases and able to provide practical, balanced advice that supports positive outcomes while ensuring compliance with policy and employment legislation. You'll have excellent communication and relationship-building skills, enabling you to influence, challenge and support managers effectively. You'll be highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and comfortable working independently while collaborating as part of a wider team. Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys helping managers navigate complex people issues and is able to quickly establish credibility and trust within a busy operational environment. Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Previous experience of working in HR, gained throughout the employee life cycle Significant experience of advising and coaching managers through formal and informal Employee Relations cases, including sickness absence, grievance, disciplinary and capability matters Experience of advising managers through formal and informal Employee Relations cases including sickness absence, grievance, disciplinary and capability Confident in dealing with numbers and experience of analysing and reporting data Excellent interpersonal skills and customer-facing skills Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Good attention to detail Great administration skills A proven track record of prioritising and organising work and projects within a busy and multi-functioning role IT literate with MS Office, web-based platforms, and databases The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience CIPD Level 3 Experience of working with volunteers in a HR environment Experience of managing projects and development programmes An understanding of the demands of the voluntary sector How to apply Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
Description Salary: 35,000 - 40,000 plus 3,954 London Weighting Allowance per annum Contract: Permanent, full time Location: Horseferry Road, London (hybrid working with a minimum of two days per week in the office) Closing date: 21 July 2026 Interview dates: 30 & 31 July 2026 Are you an experienced marketer who can turn organisational priorities into compelling campaigns that engage, inspire and deliver measurable results? We're looking for a Marketing Manager to join our Marketing and Communications team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development and delivery of marketing campaigns that raise awareness of Blue Cross services and support public affairs objectives and wider organisational priorities Working closely with colleagues across the charity and external agency partners, you'll create audience-focused marketing activity that increases awareness, engagement and support for Blue Cross, helping us reach more people and pets when they need us most. More about the role As Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating integrated marketing campaigns across a range of channels. You'll work closely with Service and Public Affairs teams to understand objectives, identify target audiences and develop effective activity that delivers against agreed goals. You will manage relationships and work with external agencies, oversee campaign development and delivery, monitor performance and use insight to continuously improve results. Working collaboratively across the Marketing and Communications team, you'll ensure campaigns are aligned to our brand, audience needs and organisational priorities. This role is based at our Horseferry Road office in London with hybrid working arrangements in place. What you will be doing Developing and delivering integrated paid marketing campaigns that support organisational objectives Working with internal stakeholders to understand priorities and translate them into effective marketing plans Work with media, creative and other external agencies Developing campaign briefs and overseeing the creation of marketing assets Identifying and engaging target audiences through effective channel planning Monitoring and optimising campaign performance to maximise impact and return on investment Evaluating campaign outcomes and sharing insights and recommendations Ensuring all activity aligns with Blue Cross brand guidelines Building strong relationships across the organisation and acting as a trusted marketing advisor Keeping up to date with marketing trends and best practice to improve campaign effectiveness About you You will be an experienced marketing professional with a strong track record of delivering successful multi-channel campaigns. You will be confident managing projects from concept to evaluation and comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders and agency partners. You'll be a strong communicator who can influence, collaborate and build relationships across different teams. Organised and adaptable, you'll be able to manage competing priorities while maintaining a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.You will bring creativity, commercial awareness and analytical thinking, using insight and data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement. Essential qualifications, skills, and experience Proven experience delivering multi-channel marketing campaigns, including digital and paid channels Experience developing and implementing marketing plans that achieve agreed objectives Experience working effectively with internal stakeholders and external agencies Strong understanding of brand management and brand consistency Ability to use campaign data and insight to evaluate performance and inform future activity Excellent project management and organisational skills Strong communication, influencing and presentation skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results to deadlines The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values Desirable qualifications, skills, and experience Professional marketing qualification (CIM or equivalent) Experience of audience segmentation and campaign optimisation Experience working within the charity or not-for-profit sector Experience supporting public affairs, campaigning or advocacy communications Experience managing marketing budgets Experience using marketing automation, CRM or audience insight tools Selection process Interviews will take place in person at our Horseferry Road office in London on 30 and 31 July 2026. The selection process will include competency-based interview questions and a presentation task. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates. How to apply To apply for this role, please submit your application through our careers site and answer the application questions, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Description Salary: 35,000 - 40,000 plus 3,954 London Weighting Allowance per annum Contract: Permanent, full time Location: Horseferry Road, London (hybrid working with a minimum of two days per week in the office) Closing date: 21 July 2026 Interview dates: 30 & 31 July 2026 Are you an experienced marketer who can turn organisational priorities into compelling campaigns that engage, inspire and deliver measurable results? We're looking for a Marketing Manager to join our Marketing and Communications team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development and delivery of marketing campaigns that raise awareness of Blue Cross services and support public affairs objectives and wider organisational priorities Working closely with colleagues across the charity and external agency partners, you'll create audience-focused marketing activity that increases awareness, engagement and support for Blue Cross, helping us reach more people and pets when they need us most. More about the role As Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating integrated marketing campaigns across a range of channels. You'll work closely with Service and Public Affairs teams to understand objectives, identify target audiences and develop effective activity that delivers against agreed goals. You will manage relationships and work with external agencies, oversee campaign development and delivery, monitor performance and use insight to continuously improve results. Working collaboratively across the Marketing and Communications team, you'll ensure campaigns are aligned to our brand, audience needs and organisational priorities. This role is based at our Horseferry Road office in London with hybrid working arrangements in place. What you will be doing Developing and delivering integrated paid marketing campaigns that support organisational objectives Working with internal stakeholders to understand priorities and translate them into effective marketing plans Work with media, creative and other external agencies Developing campaign briefs and overseeing the creation of marketing assets Identifying and engaging target audiences through effective channel planning Monitoring and optimising campaign performance to maximise impact and return on investment Evaluating campaign outcomes and sharing insights and recommendations Ensuring all activity aligns with Blue Cross brand guidelines Building strong relationships across the organisation and acting as a trusted marketing advisor Keeping up to date with marketing trends and best practice to improve campaign effectiveness About you You will be an experienced marketing professional with a strong track record of delivering successful multi-channel campaigns. You will be confident managing projects from concept to evaluation and comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders and agency partners. You'll be a strong communicator who can influence, collaborate and build relationships across different teams. Organised and adaptable, you'll be able to manage competing priorities while maintaining a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.You will bring creativity, commercial awareness and analytical thinking, using insight and data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement. Essential qualifications, skills, and experience Proven experience delivering multi-channel marketing campaigns, including digital and paid channels Experience developing and implementing marketing plans that achieve agreed objectives Experience working effectively with internal stakeholders and external agencies Strong understanding of brand management and brand consistency Ability to use campaign data and insight to evaluate performance and inform future activity Excellent project management and organisational skills Strong communication, influencing and presentation skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results to deadlines The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values Desirable qualifications, skills, and experience Professional marketing qualification (CIM or equivalent) Experience of audience segmentation and campaign optimisation Experience working within the charity or not-for-profit sector Experience supporting public affairs, campaigning or advocacy communications Experience managing marketing budgets Experience using marketing automation, CRM or audience insight tools Selection process Interviews will take place in person at our Horseferry Road office in London on 30 and 31 July 2026. The selection process will include competency-based interview questions and a presentation task. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates. How to apply To apply for this role, please submit your application through our careers site and answer the application questions, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
Contract: Permanent, 18.75 hours per week Salary: £12,488 - £13,821 pro rata (£24,976 - £27,643 FTE) Location: Kimpton, Hertfordshire, SG4 8EU Closing date: Sunday 19th July 2026 Interview date: 27th - 31st July 2026 We're recruiting a Volunteer Coordinator for our Rehoming & Fostering Team in Hertfordshire! As Volunteer Coordinator, you'll recruit, support, and inspire volunteers to enhance rehoming and fostering services, while promoting Blue Cross in the community and driving local volunteering initiatives. You'll be joining a team who strive to be the best versions of themselves, so that they can do the best for the pets who need our help. More about the role Our Volunteer Coordinators recruit and support our amazing volunteers in the local area, promote the benefits of volunteering and raise the awareness of our centre and Blue Cross. Our fostering service is an integral part of the rehoming process, supporting the delivery of our strategy by increasing the service so that Blue Cross can help more pets. As a Volunteer Coordinator you will be responsible for recruiting and supporting a diverse team of volunteers. Working closely with the Centre Manager and Assistant Managers, you will ensure that our volunteers are fully integrated into the team, ensuring that the team welcome and collaborate with these wonderful people. In addition to this, you will be building relationships with local communities and partners, promoting the benefits of volunteering to provide more targeted support. This role is part time over a 2 week rota: Week 1: Tuesday, Thursday Week 2: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, If you excel in an environment where you can see the difference you make every day, then this is the role for you. Interested? Then apply and let's work together to see if this is the role for you. About you You will be an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to actively promote to a range of external stakeholders the work of Blue Cross and the benefits of volunteering. You will be a self-motivated individual with a focused, creative, and forward-thinking approach to volunteering and will enjoy the opportunity to be involved in a range of local volunteering events and national initiatives. With the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with people at all levels, you will have a passion for ensuring that volunteers have the right opportunities to thrive in their roles. You will be organised, flexible and analytical in the way you work, and you will enjoy working to targets and managing a diverse team of volunteers. With an approachable and supportive manner, you will be able to offer guidance and advice, and will have the confidence to deal with volunteer situations should they arise and be able to offer pragmatic solutions. You will know what it is like to work in an emotionally charged environment and have excellent 'bounce back ability' and resilience. In addition, you will be emotionally intelligent, showing empathy and knowing how to support volunteers and your colleagues. Knowledge, skills, and experience Demonstrable experience of supervision or management of volunteers. Good experience of running and marketing recruitment campaigns for volunteer roles. Experience of working with local communities and promoting volunteer opportunities Working with and relationship building with a range of external stakeholders. Good experience of actively managing a bank of clients or volunteers High standards of verbal and written communication. Previous experience in working in a client focused environment where delivering a high level of customer satisfaction is the norm. Strong organisational, administration and analytical skills, including use of computerised systems. Good interviewing and recruitment skills An awareness of health and safety legislation. Current full driving licence. Ability to demonstrate, understanding and apply our Blue Cross values It would also be great (but not essential) if you had: Qualifications in managing volunteers or similar. Training or coaching skills. Presentation skills. Working with animals, and knowledge of animal welfare. Organising events. Understanding of safeguarding issues. Want to know more detail? Great! We have attached the job description which hopefully gives you everything you need. How to apply Please visit our website and complete the online application process before the closing date on Sunday 19th July 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Contract: Permanent, 18.75 hours per week Salary: £12,488 - £13,821 pro rata (£24,976 - £27,643 FTE) Location: Kimpton, Hertfordshire, SG4 8EU Closing date: Sunday 19th July 2026 Interview date: 27th - 31st July 2026 We're recruiting a Volunteer Coordinator for our Rehoming & Fostering Team in Hertfordshire! As Volunteer Coordinator, you'll recruit, support, and inspire volunteers to enhance rehoming and fostering services, while promoting Blue Cross in the community and driving local volunteering initiatives. You'll be joining a team who strive to be the best versions of themselves, so that they can do the best for the pets who need our help. More about the role Our Volunteer Coordinators recruit and support our amazing volunteers in the local area, promote the benefits of volunteering and raise the awareness of our centre and Blue Cross. Our fostering service is an integral part of the rehoming process, supporting the delivery of our strategy by increasing the service so that Blue Cross can help more pets. As a Volunteer Coordinator you will be responsible for recruiting and supporting a diverse team of volunteers. Working closely with the Centre Manager and Assistant Managers, you will ensure that our volunteers are fully integrated into the team, ensuring that the team welcome and collaborate with these wonderful people. In addition to this, you will be building relationships with local communities and partners, promoting the benefits of volunteering to provide more targeted support. This role is part time over a 2 week rota: Week 1: Tuesday, Thursday Week 2: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, If you excel in an environment where you can see the difference you make every day, then this is the role for you. Interested? Then apply and let's work together to see if this is the role for you. About you You will be an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to actively promote to a range of external stakeholders the work of Blue Cross and the benefits of volunteering. You will be a self-motivated individual with a focused, creative, and forward-thinking approach to volunteering and will enjoy the opportunity to be involved in a range of local volunteering events and national initiatives. With the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with people at all levels, you will have a passion for ensuring that volunteers have the right opportunities to thrive in their roles. You will be organised, flexible and analytical in the way you work, and you will enjoy working to targets and managing a diverse team of volunteers. With an approachable and supportive manner, you will be able to offer guidance and advice, and will have the confidence to deal with volunteer situations should they arise and be able to offer pragmatic solutions. You will know what it is like to work in an emotionally charged environment and have excellent 'bounce back ability' and resilience. In addition, you will be emotionally intelligent, showing empathy and knowing how to support volunteers and your colleagues. Knowledge, skills, and experience Demonstrable experience of supervision or management of volunteers. Good experience of running and marketing recruitment campaigns for volunteer roles. Experience of working with local communities and promoting volunteer opportunities Working with and relationship building with a range of external stakeholders. Good experience of actively managing a bank of clients or volunteers High standards of verbal and written communication. Previous experience in working in a client focused environment where delivering a high level of customer satisfaction is the norm. Strong organisational, administration and analytical skills, including use of computerised systems. Good interviewing and recruitment skills An awareness of health and safety legislation. Current full driving licence. Ability to demonstrate, understanding and apply our Blue Cross values It would also be great (but not essential) if you had: Qualifications in managing volunteers or similar. Training or coaching skills. Presentation skills. Working with animals, and knowledge of animal welfare. Organising events. Understanding of safeguarding issues. Want to know more detail? Great! We have attached the job description which hopefully gives you everything you need. How to apply Please visit our website and complete the online application process before the closing date on Sunday 19th July 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £24,976 - £27,643 Location: Southampton SO30 2HL Closing date: Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Interview date: Friday 12th June 2026 We re looking for a passionate and organised pet Foster Coordinator to join our Rehoming & Fostering team in Southampton. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in helping pets find safe, loving homes while they wait for their forever families. Our fostering service is central to our mission, supporting more pets by providing temporary homes through a dedicated network of volunteer fosterers. In this role, you ll help grow and support that network, ensuring both pets and people have the best possible experience. More about the role As a Foster Coordinator, you ll recruit, support, and manage a diverse network of volunteer fosterers across your local area. Working closely with the Adoptions Coordinator, you ll monitor foster capacity, match pets to suitable homes, and ensure a smooth and effective fostering journey. You ll also build strong relationships within local communities and with partner organisations, promoting fostering opportunities and attracting new volunteers. Alongside maintaining a high-performing fostering service, you ll ensure fosterers feel valued, supported, and confident in their role. This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday, 8:30am 5:00pm, plus one in three weekends (with two days off in lieu during the week). About you You re a confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with people from all backgrounds. You ll have experience managing or supporting volunteers, particularly in remote or community-based settings and understand how to motivate and guide them effectively. You re collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused, with a genuine passion for helping others succeed in their roles. You re comfortable working in a fast-paced, sometimes emotionally challenging environment, and bring resilience, empathy, and sound judgement to your work. Essential qualification, skills and experience Demonstrable experience of supervision or management of volunteers. Experience of having worked in an animal welfare environment. Good experience of running and marketing recruitment campaigns for volunteer roles. Experience of working with local communities and promoting volunteer opportunities Good interviewing and recruitment skills Experience of working to a high level with minimal supervision. Able to prioritise and manage a busy work schedule dealing with complex issues whilst ensuring timely delivery or resolution of issues. Good experience of actively managing a bank of clients, volunteers or stakeholders. Previous experience in working in a client focused environment where delivering a high level of customer satisfaction is the norm. Championing change initiatives, influencing and leading colleagues to embrace the changes. Excellent written and verbal communication and numerical skills. Strong organisational, administration and analytical skills, including use of computerised systems. Current full driving licence. The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values. Desirable (but not essential) Knowledge of animal behaviour and rescue environments Understanding of relevant animal welfare legislation Experience working collaboratively across teams Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills Awareness of safeguarding principles Want to know more detail? Great! We have attached the job description which hopefully gives you everything you need. How to apply PLease visit our website and complete the online application process before the closing date on Tuesday 2nd June 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £24,976 - £27,643 Location: Southampton SO30 2HL Closing date: Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Interview date: Friday 12th June 2026 We re looking for a passionate and organised pet Foster Coordinator to join our Rehoming & Fostering team in Southampton. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in helping pets find safe, loving homes while they wait for their forever families. Our fostering service is central to our mission, supporting more pets by providing temporary homes through a dedicated network of volunteer fosterers. In this role, you ll help grow and support that network, ensuring both pets and people have the best possible experience. More about the role As a Foster Coordinator, you ll recruit, support, and manage a diverse network of volunteer fosterers across your local area. Working closely with the Adoptions Coordinator, you ll monitor foster capacity, match pets to suitable homes, and ensure a smooth and effective fostering journey. You ll also build strong relationships within local communities and with partner organisations, promoting fostering opportunities and attracting new volunteers. Alongside maintaining a high-performing fostering service, you ll ensure fosterers feel valued, supported, and confident in their role. This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday, 8:30am 5:00pm, plus one in three weekends (with two days off in lieu during the week). About you You re a confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with people from all backgrounds. You ll have experience managing or supporting volunteers, particularly in remote or community-based settings and understand how to motivate and guide them effectively. You re collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused, with a genuine passion for helping others succeed in their roles. You re comfortable working in a fast-paced, sometimes emotionally challenging environment, and bring resilience, empathy, and sound judgement to your work. Essential qualification, skills and experience Demonstrable experience of supervision or management of volunteers. Experience of having worked in an animal welfare environment. Good experience of running and marketing recruitment campaigns for volunteer roles. Experience of working with local communities and promoting volunteer opportunities Good interviewing and recruitment skills Experience of working to a high level with minimal supervision. Able to prioritise and manage a busy work schedule dealing with complex issues whilst ensuring timely delivery or resolution of issues. Good experience of actively managing a bank of clients, volunteers or stakeholders. Previous experience in working in a client focused environment where delivering a high level of customer satisfaction is the norm. Championing change initiatives, influencing and leading colleagues to embrace the changes. Excellent written and verbal communication and numerical skills. Strong organisational, administration and analytical skills, including use of computerised systems. Current full driving licence. The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values. Desirable (but not essential) Knowledge of animal behaviour and rescue environments Understanding of relevant animal welfare legislation Experience working collaboratively across teams Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills Awareness of safeguarding principles Want to know more detail? Great! We have attached the job description which hopefully gives you everything you need. How to apply PLease visit our website and complete the online application process before the closing date on Tuesday 2nd June 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
Contract: 12 months fixed term contract, maternity cover, full time Salary: £52,200 £56,400 per annum Location: Burford, Oxfordshire, with hybrid working, minimum two days per week in the office Closing date: Friday 22 May 2026 Interview date: 1, 4 or 5 June 2026 At Blue Cross, data plays a critical role in how we deliver services for pets and the people who care for them. We are looking for a Head of Data and Insights to provide senior leadership across our data and insight capability, ensuring data is used as a strategic asset to inform decision making, improve performance, and strengthen our impact as a charity. A key focus during this 12-month period will be supporting critical transformation activity across the organisation, including the Central Platform project and the migration of data from the outgoing Rehoming and Fostering application into Microsoft Dynamics 365, alongside the continued development of our wider data and insights capability. More about the role As Head of Data and Insights, you will shape and deliver our data strategy, driving improvements in how we capture, manage, and use data across the organisation. You will lead the development of high quality insight and reporting that supports both strategic and operational decision making, while strengthening data governance, quality, and compliance. A key focus during this period will be providing direction and support to the Central Platform project, ensuring the safe, accurate, and effective migration of data into Microsoft Dynamics 365. You will also oversee the rebuilding of all reporting capability required by the Rehoming and Fostering teams within the new system, ensuring continuity of insight and decision making throughout the transition. Alongside this, you will continue to lead the wider Data and Insights function, ensuring data is embedded as a trusted organisational asset. You will strengthen our approach to analytics, insight, and data maturity, while promoting a data driven culture across Blue Cross. As a senior leader within the Information Services team, you will lead and develop a high performing team, contribute to wider technology and organisational strategy, and build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, including the Executive Team and Trustees. About you You are an experienced data leader with strong delivery capability in complex transformation environments. You are confident operating at both strategic and operational levels, able to balance long term data strategy with hands on delivery support in critical programmes. You bring experience of leading data migration, reporting transformation, or large scale system change, ideally within complex organisations with multiple stakeholders and legacy systems. You are confident influencing senior leaders, providing clear direction, and ensuring delivery remains focused on organisational priorities. You are collaborative, pragmatic, and solutions focused, with the ability to bring clarity to complex data and system landscapes and translate them into actionable outcomes. Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Significant experience in a senior data, insight, or analytics leadership role Strong expertise across data disciplines, including data governance, architecture, analytics, and insight generation Proven experience of developing and delivering data strategies that drive measurable organisational impact Experience of leading, managing, and developing high performing teams Demonstrable experience of influencing senior stakeholders and enabling evidence led decision making Strong analytical capability, with experience of working with complex datasets to generate actionable insight Experience working within complex organisations with multiple systems and diverse data sources Sound understanding of data protection, information governance, and relevant legislation, including GDPR and PECR The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values. Desirable qualifications, skills, and experience Experience working within a not for profit or charitable organisation Experience of business intelligence and data visualisation tools, such as Power BI Experience of working with cloud-based data platforms, such as Azure Experience of implementing advanced analytics approaches, including predictive modelling or Artificial Intelligence Experience of building organisational data capability through training or communities of practice How to apply Click the apply button and complete the online application process before the closing date. Assessment process Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview which will include a presentation task provided in advance, followed by a Q&A session. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Contract: 12 months fixed term contract, maternity cover, full time Salary: £52,200 £56,400 per annum Location: Burford, Oxfordshire, with hybrid working, minimum two days per week in the office Closing date: Friday 22 May 2026 Interview date: 1, 4 or 5 June 2026 At Blue Cross, data plays a critical role in how we deliver services for pets and the people who care for them. We are looking for a Head of Data and Insights to provide senior leadership across our data and insight capability, ensuring data is used as a strategic asset to inform decision making, improve performance, and strengthen our impact as a charity. A key focus during this 12-month period will be supporting critical transformation activity across the organisation, including the Central Platform project and the migration of data from the outgoing Rehoming and Fostering application into Microsoft Dynamics 365, alongside the continued development of our wider data and insights capability. More about the role As Head of Data and Insights, you will shape and deliver our data strategy, driving improvements in how we capture, manage, and use data across the organisation. You will lead the development of high quality insight and reporting that supports both strategic and operational decision making, while strengthening data governance, quality, and compliance. A key focus during this period will be providing direction and support to the Central Platform project, ensuring the safe, accurate, and effective migration of data into Microsoft Dynamics 365. You will also oversee the rebuilding of all reporting capability required by the Rehoming and Fostering teams within the new system, ensuring continuity of insight and decision making throughout the transition. Alongside this, you will continue to lead the wider Data and Insights function, ensuring data is embedded as a trusted organisational asset. You will strengthen our approach to analytics, insight, and data maturity, while promoting a data driven culture across Blue Cross. As a senior leader within the Information Services team, you will lead and develop a high performing team, contribute to wider technology and organisational strategy, and build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, including the Executive Team and Trustees. About you You are an experienced data leader with strong delivery capability in complex transformation environments. You are confident operating at both strategic and operational levels, able to balance long term data strategy with hands on delivery support in critical programmes. You bring experience of leading data migration, reporting transformation, or large scale system change, ideally within complex organisations with multiple stakeholders and legacy systems. You are confident influencing senior leaders, providing clear direction, and ensuring delivery remains focused on organisational priorities. You are collaborative, pragmatic, and solutions focused, with the ability to bring clarity to complex data and system landscapes and translate them into actionable outcomes. Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Significant experience in a senior data, insight, or analytics leadership role Strong expertise across data disciplines, including data governance, architecture, analytics, and insight generation Proven experience of developing and delivering data strategies that drive measurable organisational impact Experience of leading, managing, and developing high performing teams Demonstrable experience of influencing senior stakeholders and enabling evidence led decision making Strong analytical capability, with experience of working with complex datasets to generate actionable insight Experience working within complex organisations with multiple systems and diverse data sources Sound understanding of data protection, information governance, and relevant legislation, including GDPR and PECR The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values. Desirable qualifications, skills, and experience Experience working within a not for profit or charitable organisation Experience of business intelligence and data visualisation tools, such as Power BI Experience of working with cloud-based data platforms, such as Azure Experience of implementing advanced analytics approaches, including predictive modelling or Artificial Intelligence Experience of building organisational data capability through training or communities of practice How to apply Click the apply button and complete the online application process before the closing date. Assessment process Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview which will include a presentation task provided in advance, followed by a Q&A session. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
Description Contract: 35 hours per week, 12 months fixed term Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 plus London Weighting Allowance of 3,954 Location: Westminster, London, Hybrid (2 days a week in the office) Closing date: Monday 18th May 2026 Interview date: W/C 26th May 2026 Are you a digital content expert who is passionate about animal welfare? Every year, millions of people visit the Blue Cross website for vital pet advice and to access our services. We are looking for an innovative Digital Content Manager to lead our content strategy and ensure supporters and people who use our services find exactly what they need. In this pivotal role, you will be a champion of our brand, ensuring our voice is accessible, friendly, and trusted, all while helping us spread the word about the great work we do so that pets everywhere can live their best lives. This is a fixed term, maternity cover role for 12 months with a start date of 27th July. More about the role As our Digital Content Manager, you will be at the forefront of designing, editing, and publishing a diverse range of content formats in collaboration with subject matter experts across the charity. A significant part of your role involves line managing and inspiring a dedicated content team, guiding them to produce high-quality work, while also assisting with the creation of our print supporter magazine. You will analyse user journeys and performance metrics to identify new content opportunities, optimize existing pages, and maintain exceptional editorial standards across the board. Ultimately, you and your team will be developing pet advice, campaign content, and stories that not only increase engagement but actively drive donations to support our vital cause. About you You are a user-focused champion of great content with an extensive background in writing for the web and a deep understanding of content design, user research, and testing methods. We are looking for someone who is completely at home using content management systems for major consumer-facing websites and has a proven track record of using analytical tools to monitor user behavior and implement data-driven changes. Beyond your technical skills, you are a natural collaborator and diplomat with exceptional communication skills, allowing you to build fantastic working relationships across various departments. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, remaining calm under pressure while managing multiple projects and tight deadlines. Most importantly, you are a motivating leader who is ready to bring us closer to our audience, coupled with a genuine interest in pet welfare and a desire to see every pet thrive. Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Deep knowledge of content design, including user research and testing methods. Extensive experience of writing for the web, with proven ability to create content that is accessible, engaging, and optimised for digital channels. Experience of working with content management systems for a major consumer-facing website. Experience of managing, developing and scheduling content plans in collaboration with other teams. Proven ability to use analytical tools to monitor user behaviour, content and campaigns and implement changes based on findings. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with exceptional grammar and use of the English language. Experience of motivating and inspiring direct reports. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and work to tight deadlines. Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Experience working with publishers and other suppliers on print publications. Experience with InDesign, Photoshop and HTML. An understanding of organising and directing photo shoots. Experience commissioning digital content. A familiarity and interest in pet care and pet welfare issues. Experience of working in the charity sector. How to apply Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date on Monday 18th May . We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
May 05, 2026
Contractor
Description Contract: 35 hours per week, 12 months fixed term Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 plus London Weighting Allowance of 3,954 Location: Westminster, London, Hybrid (2 days a week in the office) Closing date: Monday 18th May 2026 Interview date: W/C 26th May 2026 Are you a digital content expert who is passionate about animal welfare? Every year, millions of people visit the Blue Cross website for vital pet advice and to access our services. We are looking for an innovative Digital Content Manager to lead our content strategy and ensure supporters and people who use our services find exactly what they need. In this pivotal role, you will be a champion of our brand, ensuring our voice is accessible, friendly, and trusted, all while helping us spread the word about the great work we do so that pets everywhere can live their best lives. This is a fixed term, maternity cover role for 12 months with a start date of 27th July. More about the role As our Digital Content Manager, you will be at the forefront of designing, editing, and publishing a diverse range of content formats in collaboration with subject matter experts across the charity. A significant part of your role involves line managing and inspiring a dedicated content team, guiding them to produce high-quality work, while also assisting with the creation of our print supporter magazine. You will analyse user journeys and performance metrics to identify new content opportunities, optimize existing pages, and maintain exceptional editorial standards across the board. Ultimately, you and your team will be developing pet advice, campaign content, and stories that not only increase engagement but actively drive donations to support our vital cause. About you You are a user-focused champion of great content with an extensive background in writing for the web and a deep understanding of content design, user research, and testing methods. We are looking for someone who is completely at home using content management systems for major consumer-facing websites and has a proven track record of using analytical tools to monitor user behavior and implement data-driven changes. Beyond your technical skills, you are a natural collaborator and diplomat with exceptional communication skills, allowing you to build fantastic working relationships across various departments. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, remaining calm under pressure while managing multiple projects and tight deadlines. Most importantly, you are a motivating leader who is ready to bring us closer to our audience, coupled with a genuine interest in pet welfare and a desire to see every pet thrive. Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Deep knowledge of content design, including user research and testing methods. Extensive experience of writing for the web, with proven ability to create content that is accessible, engaging, and optimised for digital channels. Experience of working with content management systems for a major consumer-facing website. Experience of managing, developing and scheduling content plans in collaboration with other teams. Proven ability to use analytical tools to monitor user behaviour, content and campaigns and implement changes based on findings. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with exceptional grammar and use of the English language. Experience of motivating and inspiring direct reports. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and work to tight deadlines. Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Experience working with publishers and other suppliers on print publications. Experience with InDesign, Photoshop and HTML. An understanding of organising and directing photo shoots. Experience commissioning digital content. A familiarity and interest in pet care and pet welfare issues. Experience of working in the charity sector. How to apply Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date on Monday 18th May . We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
Description Contract: Permanent, part time (14 hours over 2 days) Salary: 9,324 per annum pro rata ( 23,311 FTE) Location: Barnards Green Road, Malvern Closing date: Sunday 17th May 2026 Interview date: Interviews will be arranged as applications are received With over 50 charity shops across England and Wales, our Malvern shop is based within a community that is rich with history and welcomes locals and tourists alike. Our store is looking for an Assistant Shop Manager to work alongside our Shop Manager in creating a warm and welcoming shopping experience for visitors and those donating to the store . More about the role Using your experience in retail management/leadership, you will work with our Shop Manager and local community to drive forward sales and source quality fashion, accessories and homeware from donations to regenerate and find a new home! This store really needs someone who understands the local community and can work to build a solid customer base and network of generous donors. Every item sold helps fund our vital work: supporting sick, injured, and homeless pets and caring for over 40,000 animals each year through our rehoming, veterinary, and education programmes. We're looking for a positive role model to join our leadership team, guiding our team of volunteers in creating a friendly and welcoming shopping experience. We'd like you to have experience of managing others and have creative ways to lead and motivate a team to achieve maximum success. In this role, you will be supporting the recruitment and training of new volunteers, sharing your knowledge of merchandising and provide a quality customer service to those both purchasing and donating. You could be a current team leader or supervisor, looking to take on more management responsibility or you could be an experienced manager (or deputy) looking for a new challenge. We want to hear from you to see if we are the employer for you! Our shop is open Monday to Saturday from 09:00 till 17:00 and your normal working pattern may change each week, subject to the needs of the business and the levels of staff and volunteers available to work. This working pattern includes weekends and bank holidays so having the ability to be flexible is essential, and you may also be required to support with additional holiday and sickness cover. Join us today to have a career you can be proud of! About you You will have: Previous experience of working in a retail environment Cash handling and reconciliation experience Experience of leading a team Experience of providing great customer experience Computer and administration skills It would also be great if you had: Managing volunteers How to apply Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Description Contract: Permanent, part time (14 hours over 2 days) Salary: 9,324 per annum pro rata ( 23,311 FTE) Location: Barnards Green Road, Malvern Closing date: Sunday 17th May 2026 Interview date: Interviews will be arranged as applications are received With over 50 charity shops across England and Wales, our Malvern shop is based within a community that is rich with history and welcomes locals and tourists alike. Our store is looking for an Assistant Shop Manager to work alongside our Shop Manager in creating a warm and welcoming shopping experience for visitors and those donating to the store . More about the role Using your experience in retail management/leadership, you will work with our Shop Manager and local community to drive forward sales and source quality fashion, accessories and homeware from donations to regenerate and find a new home! This store really needs someone who understands the local community and can work to build a solid customer base and network of generous donors. Every item sold helps fund our vital work: supporting sick, injured, and homeless pets and caring for over 40,000 animals each year through our rehoming, veterinary, and education programmes. We're looking for a positive role model to join our leadership team, guiding our team of volunteers in creating a friendly and welcoming shopping experience. We'd like you to have experience of managing others and have creative ways to lead and motivate a team to achieve maximum success. In this role, you will be supporting the recruitment and training of new volunteers, sharing your knowledge of merchandising and provide a quality customer service to those both purchasing and donating. You could be a current team leader or supervisor, looking to take on more management responsibility or you could be an experienced manager (or deputy) looking for a new challenge. We want to hear from you to see if we are the employer for you! Our shop is open Monday to Saturday from 09:00 till 17:00 and your normal working pattern may change each week, subject to the needs of the business and the levels of staff and volunteers available to work. This working pattern includes weekends and bank holidays so having the ability to be flexible is essential, and you may also be required to support with additional holiday and sickness cover. Join us today to have a career you can be proud of! About you You will have: Previous experience of working in a retail environment Cash handling and reconciliation experience Experience of leading a team Experience of providing great customer experience Computer and administration skills It would also be great if you had: Managing volunteers How to apply Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
