Rainbow Trust Children's Charity

16 job(s) at Rainbow Trust Children's Charity

Rainbow Trust Children's Charity Leatherhead, Surrey
Jul 21, 2026
Full time
Individual Giving Executive Up to £27,000 + excellent benefits Leatherhead, Surrey Join Rainbow Trust Children's Charity and play a vital role in ensuring our teams can support families facing the unimaginable, helping us make a real difference. We are looking for someone who is passionate about inspiring people to support our work with seriously ill children and their families. As an Individual Giving Executive, you will play a key role in growing and retaining our community of supporters, ensuring they feel valued and engaged. About the role: Reporting to the Individual Giving Manager, and working closely with external partners, the Individual Giving Executive will play a key role in growing and retaining our community of supporters, ensuring they feel valued and engaged. The post holder will contribute to the planning, delivery, and evaluation of fundraising campaigns across multiple channels, including direct mail, digital, and telemarketing. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop expertise in direct marketing and individual giving fundraising, working on a variety of campaigns designed to attract, retain, and inspire donors. You will gain hands-on experience in supporter communications, project management, and data-driven fundraising, helping to shape effective appeals and engagement strategies. Your creativity and attention to detail will help ensure our messages reach the right people in the right way, building lasting relationships with supporters. Why join us: We're proud to be a Two-Star Best Companies Top 50 mid-sized organisation and a Top 10 Charity, and we're committed to creating a great place to work. You will benefit from: Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%. A life assurance scheme for all employees which provides a death in service benefit of three times' basic pay. Flexible working hours to balance home and working life. 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays - rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time). The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping. Time off in Lieu. Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts. Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes. A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme. Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth If you'd like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our why work with us page on our website. More information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our Candidate Pack on our website. About us: Rainbow Trust Children's Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of their time together, providing expert practical and emotional support where they need, it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: To apply please visit our website and apply online. Closing date: 21 August 2026 Interview dates: Interview dates to be confirmed Your covering letter should highlight why your application should be considered above others and clearly state how your experience matches the essential criteria outlined in the Person Specification. Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Interviews will take place at our Head Office in Leatherhead. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity Leatherhead, Surrey
Jul 21, 2026
Full time
Digital Marketing Executive Up to £27,000 + excellent benefits Leatherhead, Surrey Join Rainbow Trust Children's Charity and play a vital role in ensuring our teams can support families facing the unimaginable, helping us make a real difference. We are looking to appoint a Digital Marketing Executive to support lead generation, acquisition and stewardship through digital channels, and to grow engagement and donations from Rainbow Trust's supporters. About the role: Reporting to the Digital marketing Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating and maximising digital channels to support fundraising, supporter engagement and organisational objectives. This includes managing and creating content across website, email, newsletters and social media platforms. Working closely with the Digital Marketing Manager and wider teams, the postholder will create engaging, audience-focused content including copywriting, video and digital assets that increase awareness, engagement, fundraising income and supporter retention. The role requires a digital-first approach, using data, analytics and insight to continuously improve performance and supporter experience across all digital touchpoints. What we're looking for: An influential and persuasive communicator for both online and offline content - you have professional experience in planning and delivering supporter engagement. Supportive and motivating - you engage the commitment of others and build and maintain strong working relationships. Socially focused and friendly - you have a helpful attitude, and a co-operative, collaborative decision-making style Working at a faster than average pace on multiple, simultaneous projects where every day is different - you maintain accuracy whilst correctly handling details, ensuring the work is completed on time Applications will be particularly welcome from those who are familiar with the charity sector and have experience working with Google Analytics, Data Studio, Tag Manager and Photoshop Educated to A level or equivalent , it is important that you are able to demonstrate your skill in analysing and interpreting data to drive optimisation Why join us: We're proud to be a Two-Star Best Companies Top 50 mid-sized organisation and a Top 10 Charity, and we're committed to creating a great place to work. You will benefit from: Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%. A life assurance scheme for all employees which provides a death in service benefit of three times' basic pay. Flexible working hours to balance home and working life. 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays - rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time). The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping. Time off in Lieu. Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts. Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes. A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme. Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth If you'd like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our why work with us page on our website. More information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our Candidate Pack on our website. About us: Rainbow Trust Children's Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of their time together, providing expert practical and emotional support where they need, it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: To apply please visit our website and apply online. Closing date: 21 August 2026 Interview dates: Interview dates to be confirmed Your covering letter should highlight why your application should be considered above others and clearly state how your experience matches the essential criteria outlined in the Person Specification. Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Interviews will take place at our Head Office in Leatherhead. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity
Jul 18, 2026
Full time
Family Support Worker £24,000 pa + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8K) and other excellent benefits This role covers Northumberland, Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Durham, Darlington, Hartlepool, Sunderland, Stockton, Redcar and Cleveland and Middlesbrough. Rainbow Trust Children's Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need. About the role: We are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker on a full-time basis (35 hours, 5 days per week), to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our North East Care Team to families in the local area, at a time where they need it most. Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the Southampton Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness. You will enjoy responsibility for managing your own schedule, remaining flexible to the needs of the families on your caseload. Having worked in a stressful and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact. What we're looking for: An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care. A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly. Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines. Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice) A persuasive and open communicator , you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people, and their families - aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential. What we offer: We are proud to be a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work! As a Top 10 Charity, we have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including: Control over your own schedule, based on the needs of families on your caseload, to balance home and working life Company car for front line care posts (car P11D value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k) Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3% 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays - rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time) The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping Time off in Lieu Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you'd like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our why work with us page on our website. More information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our Candidate Pack on our website. Development opportunities: As part of our learning and development Anne Harris Skills Development Programme we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be the best they can be, and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation. Our Family Support Workers are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months , including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, and Introduction to Play. The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs, with all family support workers having a foundation level of skills within their first year. About us: Rainbow Trust Children's Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of their time together, providing expert practical and emotional support where they need, it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online. Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place at our North East Care Team Office, we will only contact those applicants who have been successful. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know as part of your application. There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver's licence to accommodate the team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity Thatcham, Berkshire
Jul 17, 2026
Full time
Family Support Worker - Thames Valley £24,000 pa + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8K) and other excellent benefits Thames Valley and surrounding areas. Rainbow Trust Children's Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need. About the role: We are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker on a full-time basis (35 hours, 5 days per week) to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our Thames Valley Care Team to families in the local area, at a time where they need it most. Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the Thames Valley Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness. You will enjoy responsibility for managing your own schedule, remaining flexible to the needs of the families on your caseload. Having worked in a stressful and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact. This role covers Thames Valley and surrounding areas. The role does require travel, however you have the freedom to plan your own diary around the demands of both the families you are working with, your team, and also any personal appointments you may need to attend. What we're looking for: An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice) A persuasive and open communicator - you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people and their families - aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential. What we offer: We are proud to be a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work! As a Top 10 Charity, we have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including: • Control over your own schedule, based on the needs of families on your caseload, to balance home and working life • Company car for front line care posts (car P11D value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k) • Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3% • 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays - rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time) • The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping • Time off in Lieu • Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year • Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via • Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts • Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes • A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme • Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you'd like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our why work with us page on our website. More information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our Candidate Pack on our website. Development opportunities: As part of our learning and development Anne Harris Skills Development Programme, we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be their best and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation. As part of our learning and development Anne Harris Skills Development Programme , we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be their best and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation. Our Family Support Teams are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months, including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, introduction to play, drawing and talking training. The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs. About us: Rainbow Trust Children's Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: Please visit our website and apply online. Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place at our Thames Valley Care Team office with the dates to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver's licence to accommodate team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity
Jul 14, 2026
Full time
Neo-Natal Support Worker £24,000 pa + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8K) and other excellent benefits This role covers the South West of London, including Chelsea & Westminster catchment area. Rainbow Trust Children's Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need. About the role: This Best Companies Top 100 mid-sized organisation and Top 20 Charity is looking to appoint a Neonatal Support Worker ( 35 hours, 5 days per week) as part of a developing programme delivering high quality wrap-around care and support to families with a baby receiving treatment on the Neonatal Intensive Care units within the London & South East region, working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team supporting the families. Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the London & South East Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness. You will enjoy responsibility for managing your own schedule, remaining flexible to the needs of the families on your caseload. Having worked in a demanding and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact. What we're looking for: An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a special care baby unit/community environment and those with a recognised qualification in health or social care. A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice) A persuasive and open communicator - you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people and their families - aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential. What we offer: We are proud to be a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work! As a Top 10 Charity, we have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including: • Control over your own schedule, based on the needs of families on your caseload, to balance home and working life • Company car for front line care posts (car P11D value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k) • Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3% • 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays - rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time) • The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping • Time off in Lieu • Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year • Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via • Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts • Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes • A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme • Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you'd like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our why work with us page on our website. More information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our Candidate Pack on our website. Development opportunities: As part of our learning and development Anne Harris Skills Development Programme, we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be their best and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation. Our Family Support Teams are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months, including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, introduction to play, drawing and talking training. The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs. About us: Rainbow Trust Children's Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: Please visit our website and apply online. Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place at our London & South East Care Team office with the dates to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know. There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver's licence to accommodate team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity Braintree, Essex
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Family Support Manager £29,000 pa + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k) and other excellent benefits This team covers Essex and the surrounding areas. Rainbow Trust Children's Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need. About the role: We are looking to appoint a Family Support Manager on a full-time basis (35 hours, 5 days per week), to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our Essex Care Team to families in the local area, at a time where they need it most. Reporting to the Head of Care out of our Essex base and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for delivering a high-quality family support service; and will act as the local Registered Manager for the Care Quality Commission, providing management and leadership to the team in relation to all safeguarding issues. What we're looking for: An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care A poised and convincing communicator - you will maintain effective relationships with stakeholders including families, referrers, partners and other statutory, private and voluntary agencies. Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines A persuasive, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly - with a warm and friendly working style. Comfortable with a changing environment - you will thrive working at a fast pace and controlling tasks from conception to completion and understand that quickly connecting with people is essential. What we offer: We are proud to be a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work! As a Top 10 Charity, we have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including: Control over your own schedule, based on the needs of families on your caseload, to balance home and working life Company car for front line care posts (car P11D value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k) Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3% 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays - rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 days to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time) The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping Time off in Lieu Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you'd like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our why work with us page. More information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our Candidate Pack. Development opportunities: As part of our learning and development Anne Harris Skills Development Programme, we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be their best and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation. Our Family Support Teams are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months , including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, introduction to play. The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs. About us: Rainbow Trust Children's Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: Please complete an application form by applying online via teh link. Closing date: 07 July 2026 Interview dates: Interview Date to be confirmed For a full job description and person specification visit our website Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place at our Essex Care Team Office, we will only contact those applicants who have been successful. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know as part of your application. There will be a requirement for a full current driver's license to accommodate team and family need and an enhanced DBS disclosure. Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Having worked regularly in a demanding and emotional environment, within the community, you have a commitment to working in partnership with children, young people and their families, developing, monitoring and delivering service outcomes and building and maintaining successful professional partnerships to ensure the service is accessible to relevant families
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity Leatherhead, Surrey
May 29, 2026
Full time
Join Rainbow Trust Children s Charity and play a vital role in ensuring our teams can support families facing the unimaginable, helping us make a real difference. We are looking for an experienced and highly organised Operations Manager to keep our offices, systems, and services running smoothly across the UK. This is a varied and impactful role where your work directly enables frontline teams to deliver life-changing support. About the role: Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, you will take ownership of the day-to-day operational infrastructure of the organisation, including: Managing office facilities, leases, and contracts across our head office and nine regional sites. Overseeing IT systems and supplier contracts to ensure reliability and security. Leading on contract negotiation and supplier management. Managing a central administration budget. Overseeing our fleet of 80 leased vehicles (with support from a Fleet Administrator). Improving efficiency of our systems, processes, and ways of working. Project managing office moves and operational projects. This is a hands-on role with real responsibility and variety. What we re looking for: Applications will be particularly welcome from those who have demonstrable experience of negotiating and managing contracts - including managed IT service contracts, budgets and holds a qualification in cyber security or IT. A systematic and effective problem solver you are self-disciplined and analytical and you thrive on providing solutions, delivering high standards, and are skilled in appropriately tailoring your output to a range of different stakeholders for decision-making. A self-disciplined multi-tasker who is able to work independently and at a fast pace to meet deadlines you are someone who perseveres and ensures close follow-up of delegated tasks to deliver consistently high-quality work through to completion. A strong verbal and written communicator with a high level of attention to detail you re a quick decision maker, who operates well within a defined area of control, basing your decisions on policy and procedures. You build strong working relationships both internally and externally you are driven to achieve results and have the ability to train and support others to make correct decisions You work well within established systems, standards and procedures you are accurate, highly numerate with excellent Excel skills and make fact-based and solution orientated decisions Why join us? We re proud to be a Two-Star Best Companies Top 50 mid-sized organisation and a Top 10 Charity, and we re committed to creating a great place to work. You will benefit from: Flexible working hours to balance home and working life Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Company car for front line care posts 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time) Time off in Lieu Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3% The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth If you d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our website. More information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our Candidate Pack on our website. About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: To apply, please send your CV and a covering statement explaining why you re a strong fit and meet the criteria for the role to us via the link. Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place in Leatherhead If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know An enhanced DBS check is required Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. If you re looking for a role where your operational expertise genuinely makes a difference, we d love to hear from you. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity Leatherhead, Surrey
May 28, 2026
Full time
Trust and Foundations Fundraising Lead £36,000 - £40,000 pa + benefits (including 25 days annual leave and pension) Leatherhead, Surrey / Hybrid About the role Join Rainbow Trust Children s Charity and play a vital role in ensuring our teams can support families facing the unimaginable, helping us make a real difference. We are looking to appoint a full-time Trust and Foundations Fundraising Lead (35 hours per week) to lead and develop Rainbow Trust s trusts and foundations fundraising programme. You will manage relationships with charitable trusts and foundations, raising the funds we need to deliver and grow our support services. Our Philanthropy team is an ambitious team with a well-established fundraising programme, playing a significant role in raising £5.7m a year to fund our support services and with plans to grow income over the next 3-5 years. We have an established portfolio of funders, giving low level gifts to six figure donations and you will have the opportunity to work on large applications. You will cultivate strong working relationships with a portfolio of trust and foundations, including five- and six-figure grants. Increase Trust s engagement and support of the charity, through reports, meetings, and phone calls. Through the identification and research of new prospective trust funders, you will find creative ways to engage with them to secure funding. You will also collaborate with internal teams to develop strong cases for support and impact measurement. What we re looking for: Excellent research and writing skills , preferably with experience of successfully securing four- or five-figure gifts from charitable trusts and foundations The ability to work effectively with a range of internal and external people including trust managers and trustees to build great relationships and influence Knowledge of the requirements of trust funders, the principles of application-writing and effective project reporting and of managing a funding portfolio or similar A persuasive and open communicator - the ability to develop and submit high-quality and compelling funding proposals and reports to trusts, working closely with colleagues across the charity Committed to providing the highest level of donor care , including creative stewardship for funders, meeting all grant terms and conditions and responding effectively and promptly to enquiries received from donors, funders and prospects. Why join us? We re proud to be a Two-Star Best Companies Top 50 mid-sized organisation and a Top 10 Charity, and we re committed to creating a great place to work. You will benefit from: Flexible working hours to balance home and working life. Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Company car for front line care posts. 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time). Time off in Lieu. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts. Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes. A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme. Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year. Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%. The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping. Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us please visit our website. About us: About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. Apply now: To apply, please send your CV and a covering statement explaining why you re a strong fit and meet the criteria for the role to us via the link, Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place in Leatherhead on a rolling basis If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know An enhanced DBS check is required Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. If you re looking for a role where your operational expertise genuinely makes a difference, we d love to hear from you. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity Bath, Somerset
May 23, 2026
Full time
Family Support Worker £24,000 pa + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8K) and other excellent benefits South West Team - Bristol and surrounding areas Rainbow Trust Children s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need. About the role: This Best Companies Top 100 mid-sized organisation and Top 20 Charity is looking to appoint a Family Support Worker on a full-time basis (35 hours, 5 days per week) to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our South West Care Team to families in the local area, at a time where they need it most. Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the South West Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness. You will enjoy responsibility for managing your own schedule, remaining flexible to the needs of the families on your caseload. Having worked in a stressful and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact. Location: This post will cover the South West of England, with this position focusing on Bristol and the surrounding area. What we re looking for: An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care. A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly. Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines. Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice) A persuasive and open communicator , you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people, and their families aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential. What we offer: We are proud to be a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work! As a Top 10 Charity, we have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including: Control over your own schedule, based on the needs of families on your caseload, to balance home and working life Company car for front line care posts (car P11D value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k) Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3% 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time) The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping Time off in Lieu Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our why work with us page on our website. More information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our Candidate Pack on our website. Development opportunities: As part of our learning and development Anne Harris Skills Development Programme, and development programme we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be the best they can be, and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation. Our Family Support Workers are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months , including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, and Introduction to Play. The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs, with all family support workers having a foundation level of skills within their first year. About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: To apply please visit our website via the link. Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place at our South West Care Team office with the dates to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver s licence to accommodate the team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation. Registered Charity No:
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity
May 22, 2026
Full time
Family Support Worker £24,000 pa + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8K) and other excellent benefits South West Care Team - Gloucestershire and Swindon area Rainbow Trust Children s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need. About the role: 'We are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker on a full-time basis (35 hours, 5 days per week) to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our South West Care Team to families in the local area, at a time where they need it most. Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the South West Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness. Having worked in a demanding and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact. You will enjoy responsibility for managing your own schedule, remaining flexible to the needs of the families on your caseload. This post will cover the South West of England, with this position focusing on the Gloucestershire and Swindon area. What we re looking for: An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice) A persuasive and open communicator - you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people and their families aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential. What we offer: We are proud to be a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work! As a Top 10 Charity, we have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including: Control over your own schedule, based on the needs of families on your caseload, to balance home and working life Company car for front line care posts (car P11D value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k) Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3% 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time) The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping Time off in Lieu Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our why work with us page on our website. More information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our Candidate Pack on our website. Development opportunities: As part of our learning and development Anne Harris skills development programme , we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be their best and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation . Our Family Support Teams are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months, including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, introduction to play. The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs . About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: Please visit our website via the link and complete an application form. Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place at our South West Care Team office with the dates to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver s licence to accommodate team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity
May 15, 2026
Full time
Neo-Natal Support Worker £24,000 pa + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8K) and other excellent benefits This role covers the South West of London, including Chelsea & Westminster catchment area. Rainbow Trust Children s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need. About the role: This Best Companies Top 100 mid-sized organisation and Top 20 Charity is looking to appoint a Neonatal Support Worker ( 35 hours, 5 days per week)' as part of a developing programme delivering high quality wrap-around care and support to families with a baby receiving treatment on the Neonatal Intensive Care units within the London & South East region, working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team supporting the families. Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the London & South East Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness. Having worked in a demanding and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact. What we re looking for: An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a special care baby unit/community environment and those with a recognised qualification in health or social care. A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice) A persuasive and open communicator - you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people and their families aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential. What we offer: We are a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work! We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including: Flexible working hours to balance home and working life Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Company car for front line care posts 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time) Time off in Lieu Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3% The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth As part of our learning and development Anne Harris skills development programme , we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be their best and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation. Our Family Support Teams are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months, including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, introduction to play, drawing and talking training. The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs. About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: Please visit our website and apply online. Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Interviews will take place at our London & South East Care Team office with the dates to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know. There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver s licence to accommodate team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity Barrow-in-furness, Cumbria
May 13, 2026
Full time
Kentown Family Support Worker £24,000 pa + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8K) and other excellent benefits To Cover East Lancashire Rainbow Trust Children s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need. About the role: 'We are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker on a full-time basis (35 hours, 5 days per week)' to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our Kentown Team. Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the Kentown Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness. Having worked in a demanding and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact. What we re looking for: An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care. A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly. Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines. Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice) A persuasive and open communicator , you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people, and their families aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential. What we offer: We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, this includes. Flexible working hours to balance home and working life 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time) Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Company car for front line care posts Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes, as well as a recommend a friend recruitment bonus Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3% The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees. If you d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our website. We also have a fantastic learning and development programme - the Anne Harris skills development programme - in which we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be the best they can be, and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation. Our Family Support Workers are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months , including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, and Introduction to Play. The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs, with all family support workers having a foundation level of skills within their first year. About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of their time together, providing expert practical and emotional support where they need, it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online. Interviews will take place via Teams or in person with a date to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver s licence to accommodate the team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity Leatherhead, Surrey
May 12, 2026
Full time
Marketing and Communications Manager Leatherhead, Surrey Up to £40,000 + benefits (including 25 days annual leave and pension) About the role: This Best Companies Top 50 mid-sized company and Top10 charity is looking to appoint an experienced Marketing and Communications Manager to lead and deliver marketing campaigns that will drive awareness of Rainbow Trust and support fundraising activity to strengthen our position as experts in children s palliative care. This is a broad and exciting role which includes creating, developing and delivering the brand campaigns and communication strategies. Reporting to the Head of Engagement, you will take the lead on generating creative, engaging content and ideas for fundraising and brand awareness campaigns that drive increased targeted engagement to showcase our work, build on our organisational strategy and deliver our fundraising ambition. What we re looking for: An experienced marketing and communications manager you have a motivational engaging style, who can draw out information and ideas of others Lively and enthusiastic you are outgoing, with a collaborative approach to achieving goals through knowledge-sharing and effective delegation. You are excellent at building rapport and developing good working relationships A multi-tasker with a sense of urgency for goal achievement you work at a faster than average pace, delegating effectively with thorough follow-up, and are quick to learn An innovative, practical and creative problem-solver you are a big picture thinker that responds quickly to varied activities and changing conditions. You will have experience in developing and delivering communication and media strategy Applications will be particularly welcome from those in the charity/not-for-profit sector with a marketing, PR and communications background. What we offer: We are a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work. We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, this includes: Flexible working hours to balance home and working life Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time) Time off in Lieu of out of hours working Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3% The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: To apply please send your CV and Covering letter to us via the link. Interview dates: Interview dates to be confirmed Your covering letter should highlight why your application should be considered above others and clearly state how your experience matches the essential criteria outlined in the Person Specification. Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application. For a detailed job description visit our website. Interviews will take place at our Head Office in Leatherhead. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity Leatherhead, Surrey
May 04, 2026
Full time
Trust and Foundations Fundraising Lead £36,000 - £40,000 pa + benefits (including 25 days annual leave and pension) Leatherhead, Surrey / Hybrid About the role Join Rainbow Trust Children s Charity and play a vital role in ensuring our teams can support families facing the unimaginable, helping us make a real difference. We are looking to appoint a full-time Trust and Foundations Fundraising Lead (35 hours per week) to lead and develop Rainbow Trust s trusts and foundations fundraising programme. You will manage relationships with charitable trusts and foundations, raising the funds we need to deliver and grow our support services. Our Philanthropy team is an ambitious team with a well-established fundraising programme, playing a significant role in raising £5.7m a year to fund our support services and with plans to grow income over the next 3-5 years. We have an established portfolio of funders, giving low level gifts to six figure donations and you will have the opportunity to work on large applications. You will cultivate strong working relationships with a portfolio of trust and foundations, including five- and six-figure grants. Increase Trust s engagement and support of the charity, through reports, meetings, and phone calls. Through the identification and research of new prospective trust funders, you will find creative ways to engage with them to secure funding. You will also collaborate with internal teams to develop strong cases for support and impact measurement. What we re looking for: Excellent research and writing skills , preferably with experience of successfully securing four- or five-figure gifts from charitable trusts and foundations The ability to work effectively with a range of internal and external people including trust managers and trustees to build great relationships and influence Knowledge of the requirements of trust funders, the principles of application-writing and effective project reporting and of managing a funding portfolio or similar A persuasive and open communicator - the ability to develop and submit high-quality and compelling funding proposals and reports to trusts, working closely with colleagues across the charity Committed to providing the highest level of donor care , including creative stewardship for funders, meeting all grant terms and conditions and responding effectively and promptly to enquiries received from donors, funders and prospects. Why join us? We re proud to be a Two-Star Best Companies Top 50 mid-sized organisation and a Top 10 Charity, and we re committed to creating a great place to work. You will benefit from: Flexible working hours to balance home and working life. Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Company car for front line care posts. 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time). Time off in Lieu. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts. Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes. A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme. Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year. Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%. The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping. Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us please visit our website. About us: About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. Apply now: To apply, please send your CV and a covering statement explaining why you re a strong fit and meet the criteria for the role to us via the link, Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place in Leatherhead on a rolling basis If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know An enhanced DBS check is required Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. If you re looking for a role where your operational expertise genuinely makes a difference, we d love to hear from you. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity Swindon, Wiltshire
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Family Support Worker £24,000 pa + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8K) and other excellent benefits South West Care Team - Gloucestershire and Swindon area Rainbow Trust Children s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need. About the role: 'We are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker on a full-time basis (35 hours, 5 days per week)' to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our South West Care Team. Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the South West Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness. Having worked in a demanding and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact. This post will cover the South West of England, with this position focusing on the Gloucestershire and Swindon area. What we re looking for: An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice) A persuasive and open communicator - you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people and their families aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential. What we offer: We are a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work! We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including: Flexible working hours to balance home and working life Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Company car for front line care posts 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time) Time off in Lieu Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3% The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth If you d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our website. As part of our learning and development Anne Harris skills development programme , we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be their best and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation . Our Family Support Teams are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months, including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, introduction to play. The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs . About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: Please visit our website via the link and complete an application form. Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Interviews will take place at our South West Care Team office with the dates to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver s licence to accommodate team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Rainbow Trust Children's Charity Barrow-in-furness, Cumbria
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Kentown Family Support Worker £24,000 pa + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £23,000-26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8K) and other excellent benefits To Cover East Lancashire Rainbow Trust Children s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need. About the role: We are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our Kentown Team. Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the Kentown Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness. Having worked in a demanding and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact. What we re looking for: An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care. A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly. Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines. Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice) A persuasive and open communicator , you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people, and their families aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential. What we offer: We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, this includes. Flexible working hours to balance home and working life 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time) Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Company car for front line care posts Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes, as well as a recommend a friend recruitment bonus Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3% The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees. If you d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our website. We also have a fantastic learning and development programme - the Anne Harris skills development programme - in which we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be the best they can be, and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation. Our Family Support Workers are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months , including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, and Introduction to Play. The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs, with all family support workers having a foundation level of skills within their first year. About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of their time together, providing expert practical and emotional support where they need, it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online. Interviews will take place via Teams or in person with a date to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver s licence to accommodate the team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation.