About the Role As Head of Donor Engagement, you will lead Norwood's relationship fundraising strategy across major donors, trusts and foundations, legacy giving and emerging supporter audiences. Leading a high performing team, you will drive sustainable income growth while building meaningful, long term relationships with supporters. Working closely with the Director of Fundraising, trustees and senior stakeholders, you will help shape fundraising strategy, strengthen donor pipelines and ensure donor engagement is coordinated and connected across the organisation. About Norwood Founded in 1795, Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK. We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives. At Norwood, you'll make a real difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive and inclusive team, guided by values of kindness, respect, empowerment and belonging. We invest in your growth, care about your wellbeing, and give you the pride of knowing your work changes lives. Who we are looking for We're looking for an experienced fundraising leader who believes that strong relationships have the power to change lives. You'll be motivated by building meaningful partnerships with donors, trusts, philanthropists and supporters, helping them see the difference their generosity makes to children, families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities. You'll enjoy creating long term relationships built on trust, shared purpose and exceptional stewardship. As an inspiring leader, you'll bring out the best in others, developing a high-performing team that is collaborative, ambitious and committed to delivering outstanding supporter experiences. You'll be comfortable balancing strategic thinking with hands on leadership, whether you're shaping fundraising strategy, meeting major donors, working alongside trustees or coaching your team. You'll thrive in an organisation where relationships matter. Working closely with colleagues across Marketing, Events, Data & Insights and our operational services, you'll help create a joined up approach that strengthens supporter engagement and delivers sustainable income for the future. Most importantly, you'll share our belief that every child, family and person we support deserves the opportunity to live their best life. Your leadership will help ensure Norwood can continue providing life changing services for generations to come. You will: Lead and develop Norwood's donor engagement strategy across high-value and pipeline audiences Drive a relationship-led approach across philanthropy, trusts, legacies and supporter engagement Build sustainable income growth through strategic relationship management Work closely with trustees, ambassadors and senior volunteers to strengthen networks and donor engagement Oversee donor cultivation activity, stewardship and major funding approaches Support the development of future supporter pipelines through community and next-generation engagement This is an opportunity to lead a function with significant organisational impact while helping shape the future of fundraising at Norwood. Your Day to Day You will: Lead, develop and inspire a multidisciplinary fundraising team Manage performance, targets and professional development across the team Personally manage a portfolio of major donors and high-net-worth prospects Oversee trusts and foundations fundraising strategy and pipeline performance Lead Norwood's legacy fundraising strategy and supporter journeys Work closely with Events & Sponsorship teams to maximise donor cultivation opportunities Partner with Data & Insights colleagues to strengthen forecasting, segmentation and reporting Support trustee and SLT engagement through research, briefing and relationship coordination Ensure fundraising activity is compliant, insight-led and relationship-focused Your impact will be demonstrated through: Increased high-value income and long-term donor engagement Stronger donor stewardship and supporter retention Sustainable pipeline growth across fundraising audiences A collaborative and high-performing fundraising culture Clear alignment between donor engagement, events and data insight functions
Jul 16, 2026
Full time
About the Role As Head of Donor Engagement, you will lead Norwood's relationship fundraising strategy across major donors, trusts and foundations, legacy giving and emerging supporter audiences. Leading a high performing team, you will drive sustainable income growth while building meaningful, long term relationships with supporters. Working closely with the Director of Fundraising, trustees and senior stakeholders, you will help shape fundraising strategy, strengthen donor pipelines and ensure donor engagement is coordinated and connected across the organisation. About Norwood Founded in 1795, Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK. We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives. At Norwood, you'll make a real difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive and inclusive team, guided by values of kindness, respect, empowerment and belonging. We invest in your growth, care about your wellbeing, and give you the pride of knowing your work changes lives. Who we are looking for We're looking for an experienced fundraising leader who believes that strong relationships have the power to change lives. You'll be motivated by building meaningful partnerships with donors, trusts, philanthropists and supporters, helping them see the difference their generosity makes to children, families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities. You'll enjoy creating long term relationships built on trust, shared purpose and exceptional stewardship. As an inspiring leader, you'll bring out the best in others, developing a high-performing team that is collaborative, ambitious and committed to delivering outstanding supporter experiences. You'll be comfortable balancing strategic thinking with hands on leadership, whether you're shaping fundraising strategy, meeting major donors, working alongside trustees or coaching your team. You'll thrive in an organisation where relationships matter. Working closely with colleagues across Marketing, Events, Data & Insights and our operational services, you'll help create a joined up approach that strengthens supporter engagement and delivers sustainable income for the future. Most importantly, you'll share our belief that every child, family and person we support deserves the opportunity to live their best life. Your leadership will help ensure Norwood can continue providing life changing services for generations to come. You will: Lead and develop Norwood's donor engagement strategy across high-value and pipeline audiences Drive a relationship-led approach across philanthropy, trusts, legacies and supporter engagement Build sustainable income growth through strategic relationship management Work closely with trustees, ambassadors and senior volunteers to strengthen networks and donor engagement Oversee donor cultivation activity, stewardship and major funding approaches Support the development of future supporter pipelines through community and next-generation engagement This is an opportunity to lead a function with significant organisational impact while helping shape the future of fundraising at Norwood. Your Day to Day You will: Lead, develop and inspire a multidisciplinary fundraising team Manage performance, targets and professional development across the team Personally manage a portfolio of major donors and high-net-worth prospects Oversee trusts and foundations fundraising strategy and pipeline performance Lead Norwood's legacy fundraising strategy and supporter journeys Work closely with Events & Sponsorship teams to maximise donor cultivation opportunities Partner with Data & Insights colleagues to strengthen forecasting, segmentation and reporting Support trustee and SLT engagement through research, briefing and relationship coordination Ensure fundraising activity is compliant, insight-led and relationship-focused Your impact will be demonstrated through: Increased high-value income and long-term donor engagement Stronger donor stewardship and supporter retention Sustainable pipeline growth across fundraising audiences A collaborative and high-performing fundraising culture Clear alignment between donor engagement, events and data insight functions
About the Role As Head of People, you will support the development and delivery of Norwood's People & Culture strategy, turning strategic priorities into effective operational delivery across the charity You will lead the People Partnering, Employee Relations, Reward & Recognition and people operations functions, ensuring people practices are high-quality, compliant and values-led. Working closely with senior leaders across the organisation, you will strengthen wellbeing, organisational effectiveness and leadership capability while helping create a positive and inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive. You will: Lead and develop a proactive and customer-focused People function Strengthen employee relations, governance and people operations Drive wellbeing, engagement and retention initiatives Lead people aspects of organisational change and transformation programmes Improve people systems, insight and reporting capability Support the ongoing development of equitable pay, reward and recognition approaches Build leadership capability through coaching, partnership and support This is a role with significant organisational impact, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on leadership across operational people services. Your Day to Day You will: Lead the People Partnering and Employee Relations functions across Norwood Provide expert guidance on complex people and organisational matters Strengthen management capability through coaching and operational support Oversee governance, compliance and safer recruitment processes Develop and implement people policies aligned to best practice and organisational priorities Lead reporting, people analytics and management information frameworks Drive continuous improvement across people systems, processes and digital capability Support organisational change, transformation and culture initiatives Work collaboratively with leaders across services in London and Berkshire Your impact will be demonstrated through: Stronger employee engagement and experience Improved governance and regulatory assurance Effective management of organisational change and employee relations Better insight and strategic decision-making A high-performing, inclusive and values-led culture Qualifications, Experience & Training Essential CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent degree Experience leading an HR or People function within a fast-paced organisation Experience managing complex employee relations matters Experience leading and developing high-performing teams Strong knowledge of employment law, governance and HR best practice Experience leading organisational change and transformation activity Strong operational and commercial awareness Ability to develop meaningful people insight, reporting and performance metrics Desirable Experience within health or social care Experience of organisational development and engagement initiatives Experience of HR systems improvement and digital transformation Knowledge of CQC employment requirements within the care sector A bit more information: Norwood's Broadway House, located at 80 - 82 The Broadway, Stanmore HA7 4HB, is the charity's head office and main administrative base. It brings together Governance, Leadership, Fundraising, Finance, People and Culture, and Marketing and Communications, providing coordination and support to Children & Family Services and Adult Services. The office supports Norwood's mission to help people with neurodevelopmental disabilities, their families, and children in need across London and the South East. It is also the main point of contact for referrals, general enquiries, and charity business. Safe Recruitment: Norwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people, and adults we support. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with CQC Regulation 19, and appointment is conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Right to Work in the UK and a DBS check appropriate to the role. Email: Disclaimer: At Norwood, we welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. At this time, Norwood is not a UK Home Office licensed sponsor and is unable to offer visa sponsorship.
May 21, 2026
Full time
About the Role As Head of People, you will support the development and delivery of Norwood's People & Culture strategy, turning strategic priorities into effective operational delivery across the charity You will lead the People Partnering, Employee Relations, Reward & Recognition and people operations functions, ensuring people practices are high-quality, compliant and values-led. Working closely with senior leaders across the organisation, you will strengthen wellbeing, organisational effectiveness and leadership capability while helping create a positive and inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive. You will: Lead and develop a proactive and customer-focused People function Strengthen employee relations, governance and people operations Drive wellbeing, engagement and retention initiatives Lead people aspects of organisational change and transformation programmes Improve people systems, insight and reporting capability Support the ongoing development of equitable pay, reward and recognition approaches Build leadership capability through coaching, partnership and support This is a role with significant organisational impact, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on leadership across operational people services. Your Day to Day You will: Lead the People Partnering and Employee Relations functions across Norwood Provide expert guidance on complex people and organisational matters Strengthen management capability through coaching and operational support Oversee governance, compliance and safer recruitment processes Develop and implement people policies aligned to best practice and organisational priorities Lead reporting, people analytics and management information frameworks Drive continuous improvement across people systems, processes and digital capability Support organisational change, transformation and culture initiatives Work collaboratively with leaders across services in London and Berkshire Your impact will be demonstrated through: Stronger employee engagement and experience Improved governance and regulatory assurance Effective management of organisational change and employee relations Better insight and strategic decision-making A high-performing, inclusive and values-led culture Qualifications, Experience & Training Essential CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent degree Experience leading an HR or People function within a fast-paced organisation Experience managing complex employee relations matters Experience leading and developing high-performing teams Strong knowledge of employment law, governance and HR best practice Experience leading organisational change and transformation activity Strong operational and commercial awareness Ability to develop meaningful people insight, reporting and performance metrics Desirable Experience within health or social care Experience of organisational development and engagement initiatives Experience of HR systems improvement and digital transformation Knowledge of CQC employment requirements within the care sector A bit more information: Norwood's Broadway House, located at 80 - 82 The Broadway, Stanmore HA7 4HB, is the charity's head office and main administrative base. It brings together Governance, Leadership, Fundraising, Finance, People and Culture, and Marketing and Communications, providing coordination and support to Children & Family Services and Adult Services. The office supports Norwood's mission to help people with neurodevelopmental disabilities, their families, and children in need across London and the South East. It is also the main point of contact for referrals, general enquiries, and charity business. Safe Recruitment: Norwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people, and adults we support. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with CQC Regulation 19, and appointment is conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Right to Work in the UK and a DBS check appropriate to the role. Email: Disclaimer: At Norwood, we welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. At this time, Norwood is not a UK Home Office licensed sponsor and is unable to offer visa sponsorship.
About the Role At Norwood, we believe every family deserves the right support to help them navigate the experiences of raising a neurodivergent child. As a Family Support Worker, you will work directly with neurodiverse children, young people, parents and carers, helping families feel more confident, supported and connected. You will provide practical and emotional support through one-to-one family work, peer support groups, parenting programmes and community-based guidance. You will help families navigate challenges, celebrate progress and build the tools and confidence to move forward positively. This is a strengths-based and relationship-led role within our Children & Family Services team, where collaboration, empathy and impact are central to the work. About Norwood Founded in 1795, Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK. We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives. At Norwood, you will make a real difference every day. You will be part of a supportive and inclusive team where kindness is shown in how we care, respect shapes how we work together, belonging ensures everyone feels valued, and empowerment enables people to thrive. We invest in your growth, care about your wellbeing, and give you the pride of knowing your work changes lives. Your Day to Day You will: Hold a caseload of families and provide personalised one-to-one support Complete intake assessments and co-produce support plans with families Support parents and carers around education, wellbeing, transitions and family life Deliver and facilitate parenting programmes, workshops and peer support groups Help families understand and access appropriate services and support Build positive working relationships with schools, local authorities, the NHS and partner organisations Attend multi-agency meetings and contribute to joined-up support planning Maintain accurate case records and professional reports Support safeguarding and wellbeing at all times Some evening and weekend work may be required to support programmes, workshops and family sessions. Qualifications, Training & Experience You will bring: Experience supporting neurodiverse children, young people and families Experience within family support, education, youth work, social care or community settings Understanding of safeguarding, equality and inclusive practice Knowledge of neurodiversity and the challenges families may face Strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to manage a varied workload and maintain accurate records Confidence facilitating groups, workshops or support sessions A warm, empathetic and values-led approach It would strengthen your application if you have: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification Accredited NVR facilitator Knowledge of SEND or social care legislation Experience supporting transitions into adulthood Counselling, coaching or facilitation skills Lived experience as a parent or carer of a neurodiverse child Reward & Benefits 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays (FTE) Enhanced parental pay Employee Assistance Programme Health cash plan covering dental, optical, and therapy treatments, with virtual GP access, private consultations, and wellbeing tools via the My Medicash App Blue Light Card scheme access Cycle to Work scheme £300 refer-a-friend bonus Career development pathway Free on-site parking A supportive, experienced team and management. A bit more information : Norwood's Children and Family Services support neurodivergent children and young people and those with neurodevelopmental disabilities, and their families to live happy, confident and connected lives. We provide a range of therapeutic, practical and emotional support, including short breaks for young people, parent educational courses, workshops and peer support groups. Everything we do is shaped around the individual: their interests, needs and potential. Whether it's through play, support or learning, we believe every child and their families should have the chance to be themselves, have fun, and thrive as individuals and as a unit. Safe Recruitment: Norwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, and young people we support. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with OFSTED, and appointment is conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Right to Work in the UK and a DBS check appropriate to the role. Email: Disclaimer: At Norwood, we welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. At this time, Norwood is not a UK Home Office licensed sponsor and is unable to offer visa sponsorship.
May 19, 2026
Full time
About the Role At Norwood, we believe every family deserves the right support to help them navigate the experiences of raising a neurodivergent child. As a Family Support Worker, you will work directly with neurodiverse children, young people, parents and carers, helping families feel more confident, supported and connected. You will provide practical and emotional support through one-to-one family work, peer support groups, parenting programmes and community-based guidance. You will help families navigate challenges, celebrate progress and build the tools and confidence to move forward positively. This is a strengths-based and relationship-led role within our Children & Family Services team, where collaboration, empathy and impact are central to the work. About Norwood Founded in 1795, Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK. We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives. At Norwood, you will make a real difference every day. You will be part of a supportive and inclusive team where kindness is shown in how we care, respect shapes how we work together, belonging ensures everyone feels valued, and empowerment enables people to thrive. We invest in your growth, care about your wellbeing, and give you the pride of knowing your work changes lives. Your Day to Day You will: Hold a caseload of families and provide personalised one-to-one support Complete intake assessments and co-produce support plans with families Support parents and carers around education, wellbeing, transitions and family life Deliver and facilitate parenting programmes, workshops and peer support groups Help families understand and access appropriate services and support Build positive working relationships with schools, local authorities, the NHS and partner organisations Attend multi-agency meetings and contribute to joined-up support planning Maintain accurate case records and professional reports Support safeguarding and wellbeing at all times Some evening and weekend work may be required to support programmes, workshops and family sessions. Qualifications, Training & Experience You will bring: Experience supporting neurodiverse children, young people and families Experience within family support, education, youth work, social care or community settings Understanding of safeguarding, equality and inclusive practice Knowledge of neurodiversity and the challenges families may face Strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to manage a varied workload and maintain accurate records Confidence facilitating groups, workshops or support sessions A warm, empathetic and values-led approach It would strengthen your application if you have: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification Accredited NVR facilitator Knowledge of SEND or social care legislation Experience supporting transitions into adulthood Counselling, coaching or facilitation skills Lived experience as a parent or carer of a neurodiverse child Reward & Benefits 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays (FTE) Enhanced parental pay Employee Assistance Programme Health cash plan covering dental, optical, and therapy treatments, with virtual GP access, private consultations, and wellbeing tools via the My Medicash App Blue Light Card scheme access Cycle to Work scheme £300 refer-a-friend bonus Career development pathway Free on-site parking A supportive, experienced team and management. A bit more information : Norwood's Children and Family Services support neurodivergent children and young people and those with neurodevelopmental disabilities, and their families to live happy, confident and connected lives. We provide a range of therapeutic, practical and emotional support, including short breaks for young people, parent educational courses, workshops and peer support groups. Everything we do is shaped around the individual: their interests, needs and potential. Whether it's through play, support or learning, we believe every child and their families should have the chance to be themselves, have fun, and thrive as individuals and as a unit. Safe Recruitment: Norwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, and young people we support. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with OFSTED, and appointment is conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Right to Work in the UK and a DBS check appropriate to the role. Email: Disclaimer: At Norwood, we welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. At this time, Norwood is not a UK Home Office licensed sponsor and is unable to offer visa sponsorship.
Time commitment: 2 - 3 meetings per year (with occasional input between; Meetings primarily virtual) Remuneration: Voluntary role. (Reasonable expenses reimbursed) Term: 3-years (renewable) For generations, Norwood has stood alongside neurodiverse children, adults and their families. Every day, people rely on services that support them to feel safe, build independence and live with dignity. Behind those services are decisions about how support is designed, how practice evolves, and how we respond to a changing world. Those decisions matter. And they are stronger when informed by the right voices. Introducing Norwood's Expert Advisory Panel We are bringing together a cross-disciplinary group of experts to guide how our services develop across children, families and adult provision. This is not an operational role. It is an opportunity to step back, apply your expertise, and influence how support is designed at a strategic level. As a Panel Member, you will contribute your expertise to ensure that what we do is: Grounded in current research and emerging evidence, Informed by best practice nationally and internationally, Responsive to lived experience, Aligned with evolving policy, legislation and professional standards. Your perspective will help ensure our work remains credible, relevant and forward-looking. Where you come in You may be a clinician, researcher, practitioner, policy specialist or someone with lived experience. You may have spent years shaping thinking, influencing practice, or improving services in your field. This is an opportunity to bring that experience into a space where it directly informs real decisions and outcomes. You will: Contribute insight to strategic discussions Share knowledge of research, innovation and best practice Offer constructive challenge and informed perspective Help connect Norwood to wider systems, networks and emerging thinking For example, your input could: Shape how we embed Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) across adult and children's services, ensuring it is practical, consistent and evidence-based Inform the redesign of activity and wellbeing programmes, helping us move from provision-led to truly person-centred approaches that reflect individual goals and lived experience. The commitment is focused. The impact is far-reaching. Influence beyond the panel: as part of the Expert Advisory Panel, there may be opportunities to contribute beyond formal meetings. From time to time, you may be invited to share your expertise through: Thought leadership content such as articles or commentaries aligned to Norwood's mission Speaking opportunities, including lectures or events Structured discussions or knowledge-sharing sessions with colleagues and stakeholders This is an opportunity to extend your impact, contribute to wider sector thinking, and help position Norwood as a leader in supporting neurodiverse people and their families. Why this matters The landscape around neurodiversity, disability and care is changing. Expectations are evolving, Evidence is developing, Voices are becoming clearer and stronger. To respond well, organisations need to listen, reflect and adapt. This Panel is part of how Norwood will do that. What you will be part of A thoughtful, respectful and purposeful forum. A space where expertise is valued and challenge is welcomed. A collective effort to improve how support is designed and delivered. You will not be making decisions You will be strengthening them. What you bring Expertise in your field A strategic and curious mindset Willingness to share insight and ask thoughtful questions A commitment to improving outcomes for neurodiverse people and their families. Above all, alignment with Norwood's values: Kindness. Respect. Belonging. Empowerment. A bit more information: Norwood's Broadway House, located at 80 - 82 The Broadway, Stanmore HA7 4HB, is the charity's head office and main administrative base. It brings together Governance, Leadership, Fundraising, Finance, People and Culture, and Marketing and Communications, providing coordination and support to Children & Family Services and Adult Services. The office supports Norwood's mission to help people with neurodevelopmental disabilities, their families, and children in need across London and the South East. It is also the main point of contact for referrals, general enquiries, and charity business. Safe Recruitment: Norwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people, and adults we support. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with CQC Regulation 19, and appointment is conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Right to Work in the UK and a DBS check appropriate to the role. Email: Disclaimer: At Norwood, we welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. At this time, Norwood is not a UK Home Office licensed sponsor and is unable to offer visa sponsorship.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Time commitment: 2 - 3 meetings per year (with occasional input between; Meetings primarily virtual) Remuneration: Voluntary role. (Reasonable expenses reimbursed) Term: 3-years (renewable) For generations, Norwood has stood alongside neurodiverse children, adults and their families. Every day, people rely on services that support them to feel safe, build independence and live with dignity. Behind those services are decisions about how support is designed, how practice evolves, and how we respond to a changing world. Those decisions matter. And they are stronger when informed by the right voices. Introducing Norwood's Expert Advisory Panel We are bringing together a cross-disciplinary group of experts to guide how our services develop across children, families and adult provision. This is not an operational role. It is an opportunity to step back, apply your expertise, and influence how support is designed at a strategic level. As a Panel Member, you will contribute your expertise to ensure that what we do is: Grounded in current research and emerging evidence, Informed by best practice nationally and internationally, Responsive to lived experience, Aligned with evolving policy, legislation and professional standards. Your perspective will help ensure our work remains credible, relevant and forward-looking. Where you come in You may be a clinician, researcher, practitioner, policy specialist or someone with lived experience. You may have spent years shaping thinking, influencing practice, or improving services in your field. This is an opportunity to bring that experience into a space where it directly informs real decisions and outcomes. You will: Contribute insight to strategic discussions Share knowledge of research, innovation and best practice Offer constructive challenge and informed perspective Help connect Norwood to wider systems, networks and emerging thinking For example, your input could: Shape how we embed Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) across adult and children's services, ensuring it is practical, consistent and evidence-based Inform the redesign of activity and wellbeing programmes, helping us move from provision-led to truly person-centred approaches that reflect individual goals and lived experience. The commitment is focused. The impact is far-reaching. Influence beyond the panel: as part of the Expert Advisory Panel, there may be opportunities to contribute beyond formal meetings. From time to time, you may be invited to share your expertise through: Thought leadership content such as articles or commentaries aligned to Norwood's mission Speaking opportunities, including lectures or events Structured discussions or knowledge-sharing sessions with colleagues and stakeholders This is an opportunity to extend your impact, contribute to wider sector thinking, and help position Norwood as a leader in supporting neurodiverse people and their families. Why this matters The landscape around neurodiversity, disability and care is changing. Expectations are evolving, Evidence is developing, Voices are becoming clearer and stronger. To respond well, organisations need to listen, reflect and adapt. This Panel is part of how Norwood will do that. What you will be part of A thoughtful, respectful and purposeful forum. A space where expertise is valued and challenge is welcomed. A collective effort to improve how support is designed and delivered. You will not be making decisions You will be strengthening them. What you bring Expertise in your field A strategic and curious mindset Willingness to share insight and ask thoughtful questions A commitment to improving outcomes for neurodiverse people and their families. Above all, alignment with Norwood's values: Kindness. Respect. Belonging. Empowerment. A bit more information: Norwood's Broadway House, located at 80 - 82 The Broadway, Stanmore HA7 4HB, is the charity's head office and main administrative base. It brings together Governance, Leadership, Fundraising, Finance, People and Culture, and Marketing and Communications, providing coordination and support to Children & Family Services and Adult Services. The office supports Norwood's mission to help people with neurodevelopmental disabilities, their families, and children in need across London and the South East. It is also the main point of contact for referrals, general enquiries, and charity business. Safe Recruitment: Norwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people, and adults we support. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with CQC Regulation 19, and appointment is conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Right to Work in the UK and a DBS check appropriate to the role. Email: Disclaimer: At Norwood, we welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. At this time, Norwood is not a UK Home Office licensed sponsor and is unable to offer visa sponsorship.
Time commitment: 2 - 3 meetings per year (with occasional input between; Meetings primarily virtual) Remuneration: Voluntary role. (Reasonable expenses reimbursed) Term: 3-years (renewable) For generations, Norwood has stood alongside neurodiverse children, adults and their families. Every day, people rely on services that support them to feel safe, build independence and live with dignity. Behind those services are decisions about how support is designed, how practice evolves, and how we respond to a changing world. Those decisions matter. And they are stronger when informed by the right voices. Introducing Norwood's Expert Advisory Panel We are bringing together a cross-disciplinary group of experts to guide how our services develop across children, families and adult provision. This is not an operational role. It is an opportunity to step back, apply your expertise, and influence how support is designed at a strategic level. As a Panel Member, you will contribute your expertise to ensure that what we do is: Grounded in current research and emerging evidence, Informed by best practice nationally and internationally, Responsive to lived experience, Aligned with evolving policy, legislation and professional standards. Your perspective will help ensure our work remains credible, relevant and forward-looking. Where you come in You may be a clinician, researcher, practitioner, policy specialist or someone with lived experience. You may have spent years shaping thinking, influencing practice, or improving services in your field. This is an opportunity to bring that experience into a space where it directly informs real decisions and outcomes. You will: Contribute insight to strategic discussions Share knowledge of research, innovation and best practice Offer constructive challenge and informed perspective Help connect Norwood to wider systems, networks and emerging thinking For example, your input could: Shape how we embed Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) across adult and children's services, ensuring it is practical, consistent and evidence-based Inform the redesign of activity and wellbeing programmes, helping us move from provision-led to truly person-centred approaches that reflect individual goals and lived experience. The commitment is focused. The impact is far-reaching. Influence beyond the panel: as part of the Expert Advisory Panel, there may be opportunities to contribute beyond formal meetings. From time to time, you may be invited to share your expertise through: Thought leadership content such as articles or commentaries aligned to Norwood's mission Speaking opportunities, including lectures or events Structured discussions or knowledge-sharing sessions with colleagues and stakeholders This is an opportunity to extend your impact, contribute to wider sector thinking, and help position Norwood as a leader in supporting neurodiverse people and their families. Why this matters The landscape around neurodiversity, disability and care is changing. Expectations are evolving, Evidence is developing, Voices are becoming clearer and stronger. To respond well, organisations need to listen, reflect and adapt. This Panel is part of how Norwood will do that. What you will be part of A thoughtful, respectful and purposeful forum. A space where expertise is valued and challenge is welcomed. A collective effort to improve how support is designed and delivered. You will not be making decisions You will be strengthening them. What you bring Expertise in your field A strategic and curious mindset Willingness to share insight and ask thoughtful questions A commitment to improving outcomes for neurodiverse people and their families. Above all, alignment with Norwood's values: Kindness. Respect. Belonging. Empowerment. A bit more information: Norwood's Broadway House, located at 80 - 82 The Broadway, Stanmore HA7 4HB, is the charity's head office and main administrative base. It brings together Governance, Leadership, Fundraising, Finance, People and Culture, and Marketing and Communications, providing coordination and support to Children & Family Services and Adult Services. The office supports Norwood's mission to help people with neurodevelopmental disabilities, their families, and children in need across London and the South East. It is also the main point of contact for referrals, general enquiries, and charity business. Safe Recruitment: Norwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people, and adults we support. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with CQC Regulation 19, and appointment is conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Right to Work in the UK and a DBS check appropriate to the role. Email: Disclaimer: At Norwood, we welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. At this time, Norwood is not a UK Home Office licensed sponsor and is unable to offer visa sponsorship.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Time commitment: 2 - 3 meetings per year (with occasional input between; Meetings primarily virtual) Remuneration: Voluntary role. (Reasonable expenses reimbursed) Term: 3-years (renewable) For generations, Norwood has stood alongside neurodiverse children, adults and their families. Every day, people rely on services that support them to feel safe, build independence and live with dignity. Behind those services are decisions about how support is designed, how practice evolves, and how we respond to a changing world. Those decisions matter. And they are stronger when informed by the right voices. Introducing Norwood's Expert Advisory Panel We are bringing together a cross-disciplinary group of experts to guide how our services develop across children, families and adult provision. This is not an operational role. It is an opportunity to step back, apply your expertise, and influence how support is designed at a strategic level. As a Panel Member, you will contribute your expertise to ensure that what we do is: Grounded in current research and emerging evidence, Informed by best practice nationally and internationally, Responsive to lived experience, Aligned with evolving policy, legislation and professional standards. Your perspective will help ensure our work remains credible, relevant and forward-looking. Where you come in You may be a clinician, researcher, practitioner, policy specialist or someone with lived experience. You may have spent years shaping thinking, influencing practice, or improving services in your field. This is an opportunity to bring that experience into a space where it directly informs real decisions and outcomes. You will: Contribute insight to strategic discussions Share knowledge of research, innovation and best practice Offer constructive challenge and informed perspective Help connect Norwood to wider systems, networks and emerging thinking For example, your input could: Shape how we embed Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) across adult and children's services, ensuring it is practical, consistent and evidence-based Inform the redesign of activity and wellbeing programmes, helping us move from provision-led to truly person-centred approaches that reflect individual goals and lived experience. The commitment is focused. The impact is far-reaching. Influence beyond the panel: as part of the Expert Advisory Panel, there may be opportunities to contribute beyond formal meetings. From time to time, you may be invited to share your expertise through: Thought leadership content such as articles or commentaries aligned to Norwood's mission Speaking opportunities, including lectures or events Structured discussions or knowledge-sharing sessions with colleagues and stakeholders This is an opportunity to extend your impact, contribute to wider sector thinking, and help position Norwood as a leader in supporting neurodiverse people and their families. Why this matters The landscape around neurodiversity, disability and care is changing. Expectations are evolving, Evidence is developing, Voices are becoming clearer and stronger. To respond well, organisations need to listen, reflect and adapt. This Panel is part of how Norwood will do that. What you will be part of A thoughtful, respectful and purposeful forum. A space where expertise is valued and challenge is welcomed. A collective effort to improve how support is designed and delivered. You will not be making decisions You will be strengthening them. What you bring Expertise in your field A strategic and curious mindset Willingness to share insight and ask thoughtful questions A commitment to improving outcomes for neurodiverse people and their families. Above all, alignment with Norwood's values: Kindness. Respect. Belonging. Empowerment. A bit more information: Norwood's Broadway House, located at 80 - 82 The Broadway, Stanmore HA7 4HB, is the charity's head office and main administrative base. It brings together Governance, Leadership, Fundraising, Finance, People and Culture, and Marketing and Communications, providing coordination and support to Children & Family Services and Adult Services. The office supports Norwood's mission to help people with neurodevelopmental disabilities, their families, and children in need across London and the South East. It is also the main point of contact for referrals, general enquiries, and charity business. Safe Recruitment: Norwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people, and adults we support. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with CQC Regulation 19, and appointment is conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Right to Work in the UK and a DBS check appropriate to the role. Email: Disclaimer: At Norwood, we welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. At this time, Norwood is not a UK Home Office licensed sponsor and is unable to offer visa sponsorship.
Location: Based between Ravenswood Village & North West London services Travel: Regular travel across both locations expected throughout the week Interviews: w/c 20th April, 2026 About the Role Norwood is investing in the future of Positive Behaviour Support across both our adult and Children & Family Services. This is a strategic role with the mandate to shape, strengthen and modernise PBS practice across Ravenswood and our North West London services. You will define what high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred PBS looks like at Norwood and ensure it is delivered consistently. The majority of the role will focus on adult services, with an important proportion supporting our Children & Family Services offer for children and young people aged 5 to 18. This includes working with neurodivergent children, often with complex and co-occurring needs. In the medium term, the role will also contribute to thinking around how PBS principles can support neurodivergent children in more mainstream settings. This role moves beyond behaviour management. It is about enabling children, young people and adults to live fuller, safer and more independent lives through proactive, strengths-based and positive risk approaches. You will: Receive regular clinical supervision to ensure strong case management, reflective practice and ongoing professional support. Build and develop a specialist PBS function with clear purpose and accountability Strengthen collaboration across multidisciplinary teams including SaLT, therapists, dietitians and operational leaders Establish governance, systems and quality assurance processes that promote consistency Chair PBS panels and MDT meetings as required Drive culture change toward proactive, person-centred and enabling support Coordinate behaviour support approaches and associated training across services Influence and partner with the Senior Leadership Team to enable sustainable improvement Align practice with current research, regulatory expectations and national best practice This role requires visible, hands-on engagement across both Ravenswood and North West London services. You will work alongside practitioners and managers while maintaining strategic oversight. This is an opportunity to raise standards, strengthen professional confidence and shape the future direction of PBS at Norwood. About Norwood Founded in 1795, Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK. We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives. At Norwood, you will make a real difference every day. You will be part of a supportive and inclusive team where kindness is shown in how we care, respect shapes how we work together, belonging ensures everyone feels valued, and empowerment enables people to thrive. We invest in your growth, care about your wellbeing, and give you the pride of knowing your work changes lives. Your Day to Day You will: Lead, coach and develop a team of PBS Practitioners and specialist colleagues Work in partnership with operational managers and multidisciplinary professionals to ensure holistic, joined-up support Design and embed consistent PBS frameworks and documentation standards across services Analyse data and trends to inform proactive, preventative strategies Oversee the coordination of behaviour support approaches and associated training Support teams to develop person-centred plans rooted in functional assessment and positive risk Review incidents and identify themes, presenting improvement recommendations to senior leaders Contribute to regulatory readiness and quality improvement planning across both children s and adult services Your impact will be demonstrated through: Greater independence and participation for the people we support Reduced reliance on restrictive approaches Improved staff confidence and consistency Clear, evidence-based PBS practice across locations Positive regulatory feedback and strengthened quality standards Qualifications, Experience & Training Essential Degree in Psychology or related field Accredited PBS or Behaviour Analysis training such as BSc PBS, MSc ABA/PBS or Diploma level qualification Proven experience developing PBS strategies and personalised plans Experience leading teams supporting Autistic people or people with Learning Disabilities Experience delivering PROACT SCIP and PBS training Advanced knowledge of PBS and PROACT SCIP principles Strong analytical and report-writing capability Desirable PROACT SCIP Instructor qualification, Experience working with regulators such as CQC Experience contributing to service improvement rated Good or Outstanding Reward and Benefits 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays (FTE) Enhanced parental pay Employee Assistance Programme Health cash plan covering dental, optical, and therapy treatments, with virtual GP access, private consultations, and wellbeing tools via the My Medicash App Blue Light Card scheme access Cycle to Work scheme £300 refer-a-friend bonus Career development pathway Free on-site parking A supportive, experienced team and management. A bit more information: Ravenswood Village is a specialist care community in Crowthorne, Berkshire, operated by Norwood, a long established Jewish charity supporting people with learning disabilities and neurodevelopmental needs. Founded in 1953 by families seeking better care and opportunity, Ravenswood now provides person-centred residential care and supported living for adults with autism, profound and multiple learning disabilities, sensory and physical impairments, and complex health needs. More than a care setting, it is a vibrant community offering facilities and activities that promote wellbeing, independence, and meaningful engagement, all underpinned by strong governance and a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission. Safe Recruitment: Norwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people, and adults we support. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with CQC Regulation 19, and appointment is conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Right to Work in the UK and a DBS check appropriate to the role.
May 05, 2026
Full time
Location: Based between Ravenswood Village & North West London services Travel: Regular travel across both locations expected throughout the week Interviews: w/c 20th April, 2026 About the Role Norwood is investing in the future of Positive Behaviour Support across both our adult and Children & Family Services. This is a strategic role with the mandate to shape, strengthen and modernise PBS practice across Ravenswood and our North West London services. You will define what high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred PBS looks like at Norwood and ensure it is delivered consistently. The majority of the role will focus on adult services, with an important proportion supporting our Children & Family Services offer for children and young people aged 5 to 18. This includes working with neurodivergent children, often with complex and co-occurring needs. In the medium term, the role will also contribute to thinking around how PBS principles can support neurodivergent children in more mainstream settings. This role moves beyond behaviour management. It is about enabling children, young people and adults to live fuller, safer and more independent lives through proactive, strengths-based and positive risk approaches. You will: Receive regular clinical supervision to ensure strong case management, reflective practice and ongoing professional support. Build and develop a specialist PBS function with clear purpose and accountability Strengthen collaboration across multidisciplinary teams including SaLT, therapists, dietitians and operational leaders Establish governance, systems and quality assurance processes that promote consistency Chair PBS panels and MDT meetings as required Drive culture change toward proactive, person-centred and enabling support Coordinate behaviour support approaches and associated training across services Influence and partner with the Senior Leadership Team to enable sustainable improvement Align practice with current research, regulatory expectations and national best practice This role requires visible, hands-on engagement across both Ravenswood and North West London services. You will work alongside practitioners and managers while maintaining strategic oversight. This is an opportunity to raise standards, strengthen professional confidence and shape the future direction of PBS at Norwood. About Norwood Founded in 1795, Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK. We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives. At Norwood, you will make a real difference every day. You will be part of a supportive and inclusive team where kindness is shown in how we care, respect shapes how we work together, belonging ensures everyone feels valued, and empowerment enables people to thrive. We invest in your growth, care about your wellbeing, and give you the pride of knowing your work changes lives. Your Day to Day You will: Lead, coach and develop a team of PBS Practitioners and specialist colleagues Work in partnership with operational managers and multidisciplinary professionals to ensure holistic, joined-up support Design and embed consistent PBS frameworks and documentation standards across services Analyse data and trends to inform proactive, preventative strategies Oversee the coordination of behaviour support approaches and associated training Support teams to develop person-centred plans rooted in functional assessment and positive risk Review incidents and identify themes, presenting improvement recommendations to senior leaders Contribute to regulatory readiness and quality improvement planning across both children s and adult services Your impact will be demonstrated through: Greater independence and participation for the people we support Reduced reliance on restrictive approaches Improved staff confidence and consistency Clear, evidence-based PBS practice across locations Positive regulatory feedback and strengthened quality standards Qualifications, Experience & Training Essential Degree in Psychology or related field Accredited PBS or Behaviour Analysis training such as BSc PBS, MSc ABA/PBS or Diploma level qualification Proven experience developing PBS strategies and personalised plans Experience leading teams supporting Autistic people or people with Learning Disabilities Experience delivering PROACT SCIP and PBS training Advanced knowledge of PBS and PROACT SCIP principles Strong analytical and report-writing capability Desirable PROACT SCIP Instructor qualification, Experience working with regulators such as CQC Experience contributing to service improvement rated Good or Outstanding Reward and Benefits 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays (FTE) Enhanced parental pay Employee Assistance Programme Health cash plan covering dental, optical, and therapy treatments, with virtual GP access, private consultations, and wellbeing tools via the My Medicash App Blue Light Card scheme access Cycle to Work scheme £300 refer-a-friend bonus Career development pathway Free on-site parking A supportive, experienced team and management. A bit more information: Ravenswood Village is a specialist care community in Crowthorne, Berkshire, operated by Norwood, a long established Jewish charity supporting people with learning disabilities and neurodevelopmental needs. Founded in 1953 by families seeking better care and opportunity, Ravenswood now provides person-centred residential care and supported living for adults with autism, profound and multiple learning disabilities, sensory and physical impairments, and complex health needs. More than a care setting, it is a vibrant community offering facilities and activities that promote wellbeing, independence, and meaningful engagement, all underpinned by strong governance and a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission. Safe Recruitment: Norwood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people, and adults we support. This role is subject to safer recruitment checks in line with CQC Regulation 19, and appointment is conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Right to Work in the UK and a DBS check appropriate to the role.
