Hearing Dogs for Deaf People

Responsible to: Head of Corporate Partnerships Based: Hybrid - The Grange, Saunderton, Princes Risborough The New Business Manager will lead the proactive identification, cultivation, and conversion of new corporate partners. The role will be responsible for driving the development of tailored, high-impact proposals and pitches to engage relevant companies, securing strategic, multi-faceted partnerships that align with the charity's mission and plans for growth. Working closely with the Head of Corporate Partnerships, the post-holder will play a key role in expanding our portfolio and building a robust, diverse pipeline of high-value corporate support. The role is based in the Income Generation Directorate. Key Responsibilities New Business Development Relationship Building Strategy and Collaboration Reporting and Administration The full job description is available to view on our website via the 'apply' button. Benefits Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service Payment Annual leave enhancements recognising long service Day off for your birthday Defined contribution group personal pension plan Enhanced sick pay Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Eye care Hearing tests Learning and Development opportunities Discounts on merchandise at Hearing Dog gift shops Pet Dog Policy For more information and to apply, please visit our website via the 'apply' button. Closing date: 7th August 2026 . National charity, Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, trains dogs to transform the lives of deaf people and provides hearing loss services - because nobody with hearing loss should feel alone.

Responsible to: Director of Services Based: Hybrid - The Grange, Saunderton, Princes Risborough OR Beatrice Wright Centre, Yorkshire We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a real difference to the lives of deaf people. In this role, you will design, develop and deliver high-quality, personalised support that ensures every hearing dog recipient feels valued and supported throughout their journey with us. You will play a key role in understanding and assessing recipients' changing needs throughout their partnership, integrating Hearing Link services where appropriate to provide a holistic support experience. You will also ensure every recipient receives an exceptional service during placement and beyond, regardless of whether a successor hearing dog is identified. Alongside delivering outstanding support, you will inspire and motivate those around you, bringing energy, positivity and a strong focus on the life-changing impact of our work to your team every day. The full job description is available to download below or on our website. Benefits Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service Payment Annual leave enhancements recognising long service Day off for your birthday Defined contribution group personal pension plan Enhanced sick pay Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Eye care Hearing tests Learning and Development opportunities Discounts on merchandise at Hearing Dog gift shops Pet Dog Policy For more information and to apply, please visit our website via the 'apply' button. Closing date: 2nd August 2026 . National charity, Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, trains dogs to transform the lives of deaf people and provides hearing loss services - because nobody with hearing loss should feel alone.

Responsible to: Prospect Research Team Manager Based: Hybrid - The Grange, Saunderton, Princes Risborough OR BWC, Bielby, York Contract: Fixed term for 12 months We're looking for a Prospect Research Manager to join our Prospect Research Team. This is an exciting opportunity to help grow our high-value fundraising by supporting our Philanthropy, Trusts & Foundations and Corporate Partnerships teams. As part of the Prospect Research Team, you'll provide the research and insight that helps colleagues identify new opportunities, build meaningful relationships and make informed fundraising decisions. You'll play an important role in identifying new funding opportunities and providing the insight that helps colleagues build successful relationships with donors, trusts, foundations and corporate partners. Through high-quality research and analysis, you'll help fundraisers to understand who is most likely to support our work, enabling them to make informed decisions and deliver personalised stewardship. Working closely with colleagues across the High Value teams, you'll ensure our fundraising activity is informed by evidence, delivered ethically and supported by accurate data. You'll also help us develop and grow a strong prospect pipeline that will support our fundraising ambitions for years to come. What you'll be doing Prospect research and identification Insight and analysis Pipeline development Ethical fundraising and data management Supporting Fundraising Teams The full job description is available to download below or on our website. Benefits Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service Payment Annual leave enhancements recognising long service Day off for your birthday Defined contribution group personal pension plan Enhanced sick pay Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Eye care Hearing tests Learning and Development opportunities Discounts on merchandise at Hearing Dog gift shops Pet Dog Policy For more information and to apply, please visit our website via the 'apply' button. Closing date: 7th August 2026 . Please note: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 due to its duties involving the protection of children and/or adults at risk. Applicants are therefore required to disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, warnings, and reprimands, as well as any relevant non-conviction information. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in accordance with the Police Act 1997 (Part V). National charity, Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, trains dogs to transform the lives of deaf people and provides hearing loss services - because nobody with hearing loss should feel alone.

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People - Principal Gift Manager Location: Options for role to be site-based (Buckinghamshire or East Yorkshire) or a hybrid contract with regular UK travel for donor meetings and team events. Salary: £60,000 per annum. Contract: Permanent, full-time hours. Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, whose mission is to see a time when no deaf person feels alone, is seeking a Principal Gifts Manager responsible for identifying, cultivating and stewarding high-value donors to the charity giving £100,000 plus. Hearing Dogs for Deaf People has been creating life-changing partnerships between hearing dogs and deaf recipients since 1982. As well as acting as an ear to their partners and alerting them to sounds, the charity's clever and expertly trained dogs help deaf people to live life with confidence and independence, whilst providing love, companionship and emotional support. Following a strategic review, the charity is now looking to build a new Income Generation Directorate to enable it to transform many more lives across the UK. This role will be critical to help Hearing Dogs reach their goals to significantly grow and diversify income. Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, the post-holder will work closely with senior leaders, trustees and senior stakeholders to solicit high-value gifts, typically of six and seven figures, and to build and deepen long-term relationships between donors and the charity. You will be responsible for developing and managing a portfolio of potential and current principal-level donors, as well as delivering exceptional stewardship journeys that demonstrate the impact and value of donor support. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in securing major gifts at the six-figure level or above, ideally in a principal or transformational giving context. You will be skilled at building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with high-net-worth individuals, as well as being experienced at developing and delivering complex donor strategies and bespoke giving propositions. Finally, you must be a collaborative team player with strong project management and communication skills. This is an exceptional opportunity to play a leading role in scaling transformational philanthropy at a charity which is changing people's lives every day, where you have the flexibility of working remotely or spending time at Hearing Dogs' stunning bases in Buckinghamshire or Yorkshire, with friendly and passionate staff and their four-legged friends. If you want to lead the pack and help deaf people live well with hearing loss, please download our Candidate Pack for further information PDF , which includes details on how to apply. Closing date: Monday 27th July, 9.00 am.

You will support the delivery of the People & Culture plan, ensuring the organisation has the capability, culture and capacity to achieve its strategic objectives. You will act as a trusted partner to SMT, translating organisational priorities into people solutions and driving a high-performance, values-led culture. Based: Hybrid (ideally 2 days in office) The Grange, Saunderton, Princes Risborough. Contract: Fixed term until 31 December 2026. Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (part-time applications considered, min. 3 days per week). Key Activities Lead, coach and develop the People team, line managing the People Business Partner and People Operations Manager, to deliver quality people services across the employee lifecycle Lead workforce planning aligned to organisational strategy and service delivery needs Provide expert HR advice and guidance on complex ER, risk and organisational change Oversee recruitment strategy and employer brand Ensure compliance with employment law, safeguarding and regulatory requirements Use people data and insights to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement Develop organisational approach to pay progression and employee benefits Lead on the development of a new EDI strategy Customer and Service Delivery Expectations Leading and developing the People Experience function (made up of People Business Partnering and People Operations teams) to be high performing Timely, pragmatic and risk-aware HR advice High-quality, consistent and fair people processes Clear, simple and accessible guidance for managers Regular data reporting and people analytics support evidence-based recommendations aligned to organisational priorities Proactive rather than reactive support Compliance maintained with minimal risk exposure Positive feedback from SMT and other stakeholders on quality and impact of People team effectiveness Key Deliverables People services and initiatives foster an inclusive, positive and high-performance culture in line with organisational values, and are delivered on time and within resource Improved employee engagement scores, measurable progress and clear action plan delivery Workforce plans aligned to service delivery needs and budget Achievement Development Review process is embedded with high completion rates and quality outcomes EDI strategy and policy developed, with implementation plan Pay progression framework and updated benefits package Benefits Employee Assistance Programme. Death in Service Payment. Annual leave enhancements recognising long service Day off for your birthday Defined contribution group personal pension plan Enhanced sick pay Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Eye care Hearing tests Learning and Development opportunities Discounts on merchandise at Hearing Dog gift shops Pet Dog Policy Closing date: 9th June 2026. National charity Hearing Dogs for Deaf People trains dogs to transform the lives of deaf people and provides hearing loss services because nobody with hearing loss should feel alone.

Responsible to: Content and Storytelling Lead Based: Hybrid (average 1-2 days in office) The Grange, Saunderton, Princes Risborough Contract: Permanent, Part Time (24.5 hours per week) Salary : £25,200 - £25,900 per year As our Individual Giving programme continues to grow, with ambitious fundraising targets and an expanding team, compelling and dynamic copy plays a vital role in helping us engage supporters and drive income. We are looking for a talented Copywriter to create compelling supporter-focused content that supports our Individual Giving activity, including appeals, raffles, Sponsor a Puppy communications, supporter feedback and development communications. You will bring the work of Hearing Dogs for Deaf People to life, through clear, persuasive and emotionally engaging copy that inspires supporters to give, stay connected and feel valued. You will work closely with the Head of Supporter Retention and Growth and the Head of Acquisition and their respective teams, Marketing, the Creative Strategy Team and wider charity teams to deliver high-quality copy across a range of channels and campaigns. The role requires strong direct response writing experience, strong storytelling skills, a supporter first mindset and an ability to manage multiple deadlines. You will also need to confidently write to the brand guidelines and tone of voice. Details of responsibilities can be found in the job description, which is downloadable below. Benefits Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service Payment Annual leave enhancements recognising long service Day off for your birthday Defined contribution group personal pension plan Enhanced sick pay Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Eye care Hearing tests Learning and Development opportunities Discounts on merchandise at Hearing Dog gift shops Pet Dog Policy For more information and to apply, visit our website via the apply button. Closing date: 10th June 2026 National charity Hearing Dogs for Deaf People trains dogs to transform the lives of deaf people and provides hearing loss services because nobody with hearing loss should feel alone.

Responsible to: Content and Storytelling Lead Based: Hybrid (average 1-2 days in office) The Grange, Saunderton, Princes Risborough Contract: Permanent, Part Time (24.5 hours per week) Salary: £25,200 - £25,900 per year We are looking for a talented Copywriter to create compelling, supporter-focused copy that supports our marketing and communications activity, including our bi-annual supporter magazine, hearing link services outreach and various multi-channel marketing initiatives throughout the year from volunteer recruitment and brand visibility to deaf awareness campaigns. You will bring the work of Hearing Dogs for Deaf People to life, through clear, compelling and emotionally engaging copy that tells our story and inspires supporters to stay connected and feel valued. Working in the Creative Strategy team in the Performance Marketing and Communication division, you will work closely with the Content and Storytelling Lead, Associate Director of Creative Strategy and their respective teams, to deliver high-quality copy across a range of channels and campaigns. The role requires strong brand marketing copywriting and storytelling skills, a supporter-first mindset, confidence writing to brand guidelines and tone of voice, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Details of responsibilities can be found in the job description, which is downloadable below. Benefits Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service Payment Annual leave enhancements recognising long service Day off for your birthday Defined contribution group personal pension plan Enhanced sick pay Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Eye care Hearing tests Learning and Development opportunities Discounts on merchandise at Hearing Dog gift shops Pet Dog Policy For more information and to apply, visit our website via the apply button. Closing date: 10th June 2026 National charity Hearing Dogs for Deaf People trains dogs to transform the lives of deaf people and provides hearing loss services because nobody with hearing loss should feel alone.

Responsible to: Associate Director of Creative Strategy Based: Hybrid (averge 1-2 days in office) The Grange, Saunderton, Princes Risborough Contract: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week) Salary: £41,000 per year Bold and brilliant graphic design can bring our brand to life and supercharge our creative output to ensure more people can live well with hearing loss. This is a key role, combining creative vision and leadership, with robust project management to ensure all design work is consistently high quality, building our brand and on time and on budget. You will work with colleagues from across the charity, on a range of digital and print projects from briefing to concept to project management to completion and assessing impact. You will also be key in building our graphic design function, continually identifying and reviewing how we can develop the team s capabilities. Key Responsibilities Graphic Design Leadership Project Management and Delivery Brand Governance and Delivery Design Best Practice Team Collaboration More detail on these responsibilities can be found in the job description, which is downloadable below. Benefits Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service Payment Annual leave enhancements recognising long service Day off for your birthday Defined contribution group personal pension plan Enhanced sick pay Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Eye care Hearing tests Learning and Development opportunities Discounts on merchandise at Hearing Dog gift shops Pet Dog Policy For more information and to apply, visit our website via the apply button. Closing date: 1st June 2026 National charity Hearing Dogs for Deaf People trains dogs to transform the lives of deaf people and provides hearing loss services because nobody with hearing loss should feel alone.

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People High Value Events Manager Location: Hybrid working with some travel to Hearing Dogs offices in either Buckinghamshire or East Yorkshire. Salary: £40,000 per annum. Contract: Permanent, full-time hours. Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, whose mission is build confidence, companionship and connection for people with hearing loss, is seeking a High Value Events Manager to help create inclusive, inspiring and impactful high-value event experiences that deepen relationships and generate transformational philanthropic support for the charity. Hearing Dogs for Deaf People has been creating life-changing partnerships between hearing dogs and deaf recipients since 1982. As well as acting as an ear to their partners and alerting them to sounds, the charity s clever and expertly trained dogs help deaf people to live life with confidence and independence, whilst providing love and emotional support. Following on from a strategic review, the charity is now building a new Income Generation Directorate, to enable them to transform many more lives across the UK. This role will be critical to help Hearing Dogs reach their goals to significantly grow and diversify income. This role will be part of a newly built High Value Events function and will develop, manage and deliver a portfolio of high value engagement and fundraising events that advance the charity s strategic priorities and long term sustainability. Working closely with the High Value Event Team Manager and collaborating across Income Generation and wider teams, the postholder will create values led, relationship driven events that celebrate impact, inspire generosity and deepen connections with major donors, trusts, foundations, corporate partners and senior volunteers. They will ensure each event is thoughtfully planned, mission focused, inclusive and delivers strong return on investment, while strengthening long term philanthropic commitment to Hearing Dogs for Deaf People s life changing work. This role requires a proven track record in planning and delivering high value fundraising or engagement events generating £100k+, alongside experience working with major donors, high net worth individuals, committees and senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring strong stewardship led fundraising expertise, excellent relationship management skills and a history of meeting income targets while maximising return on investment. Outstanding organisation, project management and communication abilities are essential, as is the confidence to engage and influence high profile supporters. Personally, the postholder will be a collaborative, inclusive and proactive team player with strong interpersonal skills, a creative and solutions focused mindset, and a genuine passion for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People s mission, able to communicate impact in a compelling and inspiring way. This is an exciting opportunity to help an organisation which is changing people s lives every day, and where you have the flexibility of working remotely or spending time at Hearing Dogs stunning bases in Buckinghamshire or Yorkshire, with friendly and passionate staff and their four-legged friends. If you want to lead the pack and help deaf people live well with hearing loss, please download our Candidate Pack for further information PDF , which includes details on how to apply. Closing date: Monday 25th May, 9.00 am.