This Employment Support Programme is an opportunity to really make a difference to the lives of young neurodivergent people not in education, employment or training (NEET). You will support on creating applications to the Shaping Future Programme, and deliver in-person training packages, to enable young people to secure and sustain further education, volunteering, an apprenticeship and/or paid employment. You will support on creating applications to the Shaping Future Programme, and deliver in-person training packages, to enable young people to secure and sustain further education, volunteering, an apprenticeship and/or paid employment. About Caudwell Children Established in 2000, Caudwell Children is a national charity which works to transform the lives of disabled children and their families, enabling them to challenge the barriers they face throughout childhood by providing practical and emotional support. The Charity is going through an exciting period of growth having opened a state-of-the-art facility for multi-disciplinary therapy programmes for childhood disability and research of neurodevelopmental conditions, including autism, within the grounds of Keele University. It provides a state-of-the-art base for the Charity's therapies and an environment where ground-breaking research can be undertaken, potentially changing the way some disabilities are treated, affecting millions of people around the world. This is a fantastic and exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and fast moving Charity at a time when it will attract national and international attention. The services of Caudwell Children enrich the lives of our children and families through the delivery of high quality person centred care and support services that promote independence and achieve valued outcomes. We seek to create a safe, homely and supportive environment that enhances the lives of children with autism and associated conditions. Main Duties & Responsibilities On-boarding applicants into the employment support service; delivering training, workshops and skills development. Key Responsibilities: Work with young people on a one-to-one basis using a person centred approach. Compile a vocational profile which will establish the young person's skills and expectations and identify barriers and support needs. Support young people in understanding and managing the financial implications of paid employment. Create and design learning resources Identify suitable employment and career opportunities within relevant sectors through effective engagement with young people, ensuring opportunities align with their skills, interests, aspirations, and development needs. Work collaboratively with the Employability Manager to develop and deliver projects that provide learners with meaningful real-world experience, enhancing their skills, confidence, and readiness for employment Support volunteers who assist with the development and delivery of the service. Liaise with other departments within the wider Charity and, in particular, service delivery functions. Attend in-house and relevant external training courses, as agreed with the line manager. Ensure that all activity helps to build the Caudwell Children brand and is at all times brand compliant. Promote and embed Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all work and ensure community engagement information is communicated in plain English and meets accessibility requirements. Create and design learning resources Customer Care/Quality Assurance: Support service teams to ensure, where possible and appropriate, children and families are involved in future programme planning and delivery. Communicate with children, families and all stakeholders in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture. Uphold the principles and practice of customer care and continuous improvement. At all times to afford service users, colleagues and stakeholders the dignity and respect to which they are entitled with full regard to the organisations Equality and Diversity Policy. Ensure that customers/stakeholders are enabled to comment and complain about any of the services they receive, ensuring all comments and complaints are dealt with promptly and in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. Confidentiality and data protection regarding all personal information and Caudwell Children activities must be maintained at all times (both in and out of working hours) in accordance with professional codes of conduct and relevant legislation such as the General Data Protection Regulations 2018. Contribute and co-operate fully with any regulatory or organisational inspections/audits. Health and Safety: In addition to the organisation's overall responsibility for your health and safety, you have a personal responsibility for your own health and safety. As such you are required to: Have an awareness of relevant health and safety regulations and legislation. Be responsible for your own health and safety and that of anyone else whom your acts and omissions may affect and maintain a professional and hygienic personal appearance at all times. Inform your line manager and facilities of any safety issues you identify that could affect you or others in the workplace. Co-operate fully with management and colleagues at all times in achieving safer working practices. Use equipment when necessary and as instructed (as appropriate to your role), which will include checking the equipment is safe to use, prior to its use, reporting any defects immediately to your line manager/facilities. Be responsible for the implementation and adherence to organisational health and safety policies and procedures for areas within your remit. Ensure suitable and sufficient risk assessments are completed for all areas within your remit. The controls identified must be evaluated and implemented where necessary. Report any concerns of potential abuse of a service user in line with the organisations Safeguarding Policy and procedures. Resource Management: Ensure maintenance and security of physical, financial and information resources, where applicable. Effectively maximise all resources available in the course of your duties, minimising waste and working within budgets. Ensure that all resources and utilities are used prudently and that any waste is minimised. Manage, monitor and maintain budgets agreed by management. Ensure stock levels of equipment are maintained and checked regularly, as appropriate to your role. Where appropriate, participate in the recruitment, induction and retention of team members as appropriate to your role. General: Adhere to your professional body's regulations, ensuring registration is maintained at all times, where applicable. Demonstrate commitment to ongoing personal and professional development, maintaining professional portfolios and training profiles. Keep up to date and integrate any relevant new initiatives, regulations and legislation as appropriate to your role. Where appropriate, develop and maintain links with other professionals in the same specialist field of work. Keep comprehensive and accurate records in relation to your role and in accordance with organisational policies and procedures as well as local, professional and national guidelines. Attend training as appropriate to the role, applying knowledge gained to the workplace. Engage in Support and Supervision sessions, where appropriate, to reflect on practice, enhancing communication and quality of service. To work effectively and collaboratively as a member of the team, building and maintaining good working relationships with all colleagues, stakeholders and professionals from external agencies. Ensure compliance with statutory and non-statutory bodies, including CQC, ISO 9001 and the Health & Safety Executive where applicable. Adhere to all Caudwell Children policies and procedures. Demonstrate commitment to Caudwell Children's mission, vision and values. On occasion and when necessary, work flexible hours to meet the needs of the business. Willingness to travel in order to meet the needs of the post. This Job Description indicates only the main duties and responsibilities of the post and is not intended as an exhaustive list. The post holder may be asked to carry out other duties from time to time. The Charity reserves the right to amend this Job Description from time to time, according to business needs. Person Specification Knowledge of education and further education sectors. Knowledge of transitions from education to work. Worked with young people 16+ Knowledge of Safeguarding in Adults & Children. Able to adapt to the needs of students and provide an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Effective communication skills, able to adapt to quickly changing situations and children's individual needs Able to establish positive rapport with students and staff. Passionate about making a difference in young people's lives Vocational and workplace person centred assessment and planning skills. Relationship building skills. Training and development skills. Able to identify the essential and critical components of potential job roles. Able to ensure training and employment offered . click apply for full job details
Sep 21, 2026
Full time
This Employment Support Programme is an opportunity to really make a difference to the lives of young neurodivergent people not in education, employment or training (NEET). You will support on creating applications to the Shaping Future Programme, and deliver in-person training packages, to enable young people to secure and sustain further education, volunteering, an apprenticeship and/or paid employment. You will support on creating applications to the Shaping Future Programme, and deliver in-person training packages, to enable young people to secure and sustain further education, volunteering, an apprenticeship and/or paid employment. About Caudwell Children Established in 2000, Caudwell Children is a national charity which works to transform the lives of disabled children and their families, enabling them to challenge the barriers they face throughout childhood by providing practical and emotional support. The Charity is going through an exciting period of growth having opened a state-of-the-art facility for multi-disciplinary therapy programmes for childhood disability and research of neurodevelopmental conditions, including autism, within the grounds of Keele University. It provides a state-of-the-art base for the Charity's therapies and an environment where ground-breaking research can be undertaken, potentially changing the way some disabilities are treated, affecting millions of people around the world. This is a fantastic and exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and fast moving Charity at a time when it will attract national and international attention. The services of Caudwell Children enrich the lives of our children and families through the delivery of high quality person centred care and support services that promote independence and achieve valued outcomes. We seek to create a safe, homely and supportive environment that enhances the lives of children with autism and associated conditions. Main Duties & Responsibilities On-boarding applicants into the employment support service; delivering training, workshops and skills development. Key Responsibilities: Work with young people on a one-to-one basis using a person centred approach. Compile a vocational profile which will establish the young person's skills and expectations and identify barriers and support needs. Support young people in understanding and managing the financial implications of paid employment. Create and design learning resources Identify suitable employment and career opportunities within relevant sectors through effective engagement with young people, ensuring opportunities align with their skills, interests, aspirations, and development needs. Work collaboratively with the Employability Manager to develop and deliver projects that provide learners with meaningful real-world experience, enhancing their skills, confidence, and readiness for employment Support volunteers who assist with the development and delivery of the service. Liaise with other departments within the wider Charity and, in particular, service delivery functions. Attend in-house and relevant external training courses, as agreed with the line manager. Ensure that all activity helps to build the Caudwell Children brand and is at all times brand compliant. Promote and embed Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all work and ensure community engagement information is communicated in plain English and meets accessibility requirements. Create and design learning resources Customer Care/Quality Assurance: Support service teams to ensure, where possible and appropriate, children and families are involved in future programme planning and delivery. Communicate with children, families and all stakeholders in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture. Uphold the principles and practice of customer care and continuous improvement. At all times to afford service users, colleagues and stakeholders the dignity and respect to which they are entitled with full regard to the organisations Equality and Diversity Policy. Ensure that customers/stakeholders are enabled to comment and complain about any of the services they receive, ensuring all comments and complaints are dealt with promptly and in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. Confidentiality and data protection regarding all personal information and Caudwell Children activities must be maintained at all times (both in and out of working hours) in accordance with professional codes of conduct and relevant legislation such as the General Data Protection Regulations 2018. Contribute and co-operate fully with any regulatory or organisational inspections/audits. Health and Safety: In addition to the organisation's overall responsibility for your health and safety, you have a personal responsibility for your own health and safety. As such you are required to: Have an awareness of relevant health and safety regulations and legislation. Be responsible for your own health and safety and that of anyone else whom your acts and omissions may affect and maintain a professional and hygienic personal appearance at all times. Inform your line manager and facilities of any safety issues you identify that could affect you or others in the workplace. Co-operate fully with management and colleagues at all times in achieving safer working practices. Use equipment when necessary and as instructed (as appropriate to your role), which will include checking the equipment is safe to use, prior to its use, reporting any defects immediately to your line manager/facilities. Be responsible for the implementation and adherence to organisational health and safety policies and procedures for areas within your remit. Ensure suitable and sufficient risk assessments are completed for all areas within your remit. The controls identified must be evaluated and implemented where necessary. Report any concerns of potential abuse of a service user in line with the organisations Safeguarding Policy and procedures. Resource Management: Ensure maintenance and security of physical, financial and information resources, where applicable. Effectively maximise all resources available in the course of your duties, minimising waste and working within budgets. Ensure that all resources and utilities are used prudently and that any waste is minimised. Manage, monitor and maintain budgets agreed by management. Ensure stock levels of equipment are maintained and checked regularly, as appropriate to your role. Where appropriate, participate in the recruitment, induction and retention of team members as appropriate to your role. General: Adhere to your professional body's regulations, ensuring registration is maintained at all times, where applicable. Demonstrate commitment to ongoing personal and professional development, maintaining professional portfolios and training profiles. Keep up to date and integrate any relevant new initiatives, regulations and legislation as appropriate to your role. Where appropriate, develop and maintain links with other professionals in the same specialist field of work. Keep comprehensive and accurate records in relation to your role and in accordance with organisational policies and procedures as well as local, professional and national guidelines. Attend training as appropriate to the role, applying knowledge gained to the workplace. Engage in Support and Supervision sessions, where appropriate, to reflect on practice, enhancing communication and quality of service. To work effectively and collaboratively as a member of the team, building and maintaining good working relationships with all colleagues, stakeholders and professionals from external agencies. Ensure compliance with statutory and non-statutory bodies, including CQC, ISO 9001 and the Health & Safety Executive where applicable. Adhere to all Caudwell Children policies and procedures. Demonstrate commitment to Caudwell Children's mission, vision and values. On occasion and when necessary, work flexible hours to meet the needs of the business. Willingness to travel in order to meet the needs of the post. This Job Description indicates only the main duties and responsibilities of the post and is not intended as an exhaustive list. The post holder may be asked to carry out other duties from time to time. The Charity reserves the right to amend this Job Description from time to time, according to business needs. Person Specification Knowledge of education and further education sectors. Knowledge of transitions from education to work. Worked with young people 16+ Knowledge of Safeguarding in Adults & Children. Able to adapt to the needs of students and provide an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Effective communication skills, able to adapt to quickly changing situations and children's individual needs Able to establish positive rapport with students and staff. Passionate about making a difference in young people's lives Vocational and workplace person centred assessment and planning skills. Relationship building skills. Training and development skills. Able to identify the essential and critical components of potential job roles. Able to ensure training and employment offered . click apply for full job details
POST OUTLINE A rare opportunity to create and lead Individual Giving and Legacies at a pivotal point of growth within an ambitious fundraising team. This role will define the strategy and create and deliver on establishing income streams that will be central to future success. It requires an experienced fundraiser who thrives on building; someone who can turn ideas into action and work at pace. Combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery to develop programmes that deliver real impact and long-term value. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The role will lead the creation and delivery of Individual Giving and Legacies programmes, establishing two core income streams that will drive sustainable growth. It will define strategy, build insight-led, multi-channel programmes and design supporter journeys that deepen engagement over time, from first gift to long term support and legacy giving. Working across the organisation the postholder will embed a strong supporter focus, ensuring that fundraising is integrated into wider engagement activity. You will take ownership of income performance, budgets and continuous improvement through data, testing and learning. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver the Individual Giving and Legacies strategy, covering acquisition, retention, regular giving and legacy development. Design and deliver integrated multi-channel campaigns to grow income and lifetime value. Build and optimize end-to-end supporter journeys, including pathways to legacy giving. Grow and develop legacy income including awareness, pipeline development and stewardship approaches. Use data, segmentation and insight to drive decision making, improve performance and increase retention. Set, manage and reforecast budgets ensuring delivery against income targets. Lead a test and learn approach, embedding continuous improvement across individual giving and legacy activity. Work collaboratively with marketing, services and wider teams to align messaging, case for support and supporter experience. Manage external agencies and suppliers to deliver high quality campaigns and strong return on investment. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulation, Gift Aid and data protection requirements. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Criteria: Significant experience in Individual Giving and/or Legacy fundraising with exposure to both areas. Proven track record of delivering income growth through campaigns or programme development. Experience developing and delivering multi-channel fundraising activity. Strong understanding of supporter journeys, retention and lifetime value including pathways to legacy giving. Experience using data, segmentation and insight to drive performance. Experience managing budgets, targets and forecasting. Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritise and deliver at pace. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Knowledge of fundraising regulation, compliance and data protection. A proactive, delivery focused approach with the ability to turn ideas into action. Desirable Criteria: Experience developing or scaling a legacy programme. Experience building or significantly reshaping Individual Giving programmes. Experience with Raiser s Edge NXT or other CRM systems. Experience managing external partners. Experience working in a growing or changing organisation. Line Management experience.
May 26, 2026
Full time
POST OUTLINE A rare opportunity to create and lead Individual Giving and Legacies at a pivotal point of growth within an ambitious fundraising team. This role will define the strategy and create and deliver on establishing income streams that will be central to future success. It requires an experienced fundraiser who thrives on building; someone who can turn ideas into action and work at pace. Combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery to develop programmes that deliver real impact and long-term value. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The role will lead the creation and delivery of Individual Giving and Legacies programmes, establishing two core income streams that will drive sustainable growth. It will define strategy, build insight-led, multi-channel programmes and design supporter journeys that deepen engagement over time, from first gift to long term support and legacy giving. Working across the organisation the postholder will embed a strong supporter focus, ensuring that fundraising is integrated into wider engagement activity. You will take ownership of income performance, budgets and continuous improvement through data, testing and learning. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver the Individual Giving and Legacies strategy, covering acquisition, retention, regular giving and legacy development. Design and deliver integrated multi-channel campaigns to grow income and lifetime value. Build and optimize end-to-end supporter journeys, including pathways to legacy giving. Grow and develop legacy income including awareness, pipeline development and stewardship approaches. Use data, segmentation and insight to drive decision making, improve performance and increase retention. Set, manage and reforecast budgets ensuring delivery against income targets. Lead a test and learn approach, embedding continuous improvement across individual giving and legacy activity. Work collaboratively with marketing, services and wider teams to align messaging, case for support and supporter experience. Manage external agencies and suppliers to deliver high quality campaigns and strong return on investment. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulation, Gift Aid and data protection requirements. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Criteria: Significant experience in Individual Giving and/or Legacy fundraising with exposure to both areas. Proven track record of delivering income growth through campaigns or programme development. Experience developing and delivering multi-channel fundraising activity. Strong understanding of supporter journeys, retention and lifetime value including pathways to legacy giving. Experience using data, segmentation and insight to drive performance. Experience managing budgets, targets and forecasting. Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritise and deliver at pace. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Knowledge of fundraising regulation, compliance and data protection. A proactive, delivery focused approach with the ability to turn ideas into action. Desirable Criteria: Experience developing or scaling a legacy programme. Experience building or significantly reshaping Individual Giving programmes. Experience with Raiser s Edge NXT or other CRM systems. Experience managing external partners. Experience working in a growing or changing organisation. Line Management experience.
POST OUTLINE A rare opportunity to create and lead Individual Giving and Legacies at a pivotal point of growth within an ambitious fundraising team. This role will define the strategy and create and deliver on establishing income streams that will be central to future success. It requires an experienced fundraiser who thrives on building; someone who can turn ideas into action and work at pace. Combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery to develop programmes that deliver real impact and long-term value. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The role will lead the creation and delivery of Individual Giving and Legacies programmes, establishing two core income streams that will drive sustainable growth. It will define strategy, build insight-led, multi-channel programmes and design supporter journeys that deepen engagement over time, from first gift to long term support and legacy giving. Working across the organisation the postholder will embed a strong supporter focus, ensuring that fundraising is integrated into wider engagement activity. You will take ownership of income performance, budgets and continuous improvement through data, testing and learning. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver the Individual Giving and Legacies strategy, covering acquisition, retention, regular giving and legacy development. Design and deliver integrated multi-channel campaigns to grow income and lifetime value. Build and optimize end-to-end supporter journeys, including pathways to legacy giving. Grow and develop legacy income including awareness, pipeline development and stewardship approaches. Use data, segmentation and insight to drive decision making, improve performance and increase retention. Set, manage and reforecast budgets ensuring delivery against income targets. Lead a test and learn approach, embedding continuous improvement across individual giving and legacy activity. Work collaboratively with marketing, services and wider teams to align messaging, case for support and supporter experience. Manage external agencies and suppliers to deliver high quality campaigns and strong return on investment. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulation, Gift Aid and data protection requirements. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Criteria: Significant experience in Individual Giving and/or Legacy fundraising with exposure to both areas. Proven track record of delivering income growth through campaigns or programme development. Experience developing and delivering multi-channel fundraising activity. Strong understanding of supporter journeys, retention and lifetime value including pathways to legacy giving. Experience using data, segmentation and insight to drive performance. Experience managing budgets, targets and forecasting. Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritise and deliver at pace. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Knowledge of fundraising regulation, compliance and data protection. A proactive, delivery focused approach with the ability to turn ideas into action. Desirable Criteria: Experience developing or scaling a legacy programme. Experience building or significantly reshaping Individual Giving programmes. Experience with Raiser s Edge NXT or other CRM systems. Experience managing external partners. Experience working in a growing or changing organisation. Line Management experience.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
POST OUTLINE A rare opportunity to create and lead Individual Giving and Legacies at a pivotal point of growth within an ambitious fundraising team. This role will define the strategy and create and deliver on establishing income streams that will be central to future success. It requires an experienced fundraiser who thrives on building; someone who can turn ideas into action and work at pace. Combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery to develop programmes that deliver real impact and long-term value. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The role will lead the creation and delivery of Individual Giving and Legacies programmes, establishing two core income streams that will drive sustainable growth. It will define strategy, build insight-led, multi-channel programmes and design supporter journeys that deepen engagement over time, from first gift to long term support and legacy giving. Working across the organisation the postholder will embed a strong supporter focus, ensuring that fundraising is integrated into wider engagement activity. You will take ownership of income performance, budgets and continuous improvement through data, testing and learning. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver the Individual Giving and Legacies strategy, covering acquisition, retention, regular giving and legacy development. Design and deliver integrated multi-channel campaigns to grow income and lifetime value. Build and optimize end-to-end supporter journeys, including pathways to legacy giving. Grow and develop legacy income including awareness, pipeline development and stewardship approaches. Use data, segmentation and insight to drive decision making, improve performance and increase retention. Set, manage and reforecast budgets ensuring delivery against income targets. Lead a test and learn approach, embedding continuous improvement across individual giving and legacy activity. Work collaboratively with marketing, services and wider teams to align messaging, case for support and supporter experience. Manage external agencies and suppliers to deliver high quality campaigns and strong return on investment. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulation, Gift Aid and data protection requirements. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Criteria: Significant experience in Individual Giving and/or Legacy fundraising with exposure to both areas. Proven track record of delivering income growth through campaigns or programme development. Experience developing and delivering multi-channel fundraising activity. Strong understanding of supporter journeys, retention and lifetime value including pathways to legacy giving. Experience using data, segmentation and insight to drive performance. Experience managing budgets, targets and forecasting. Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritise and deliver at pace. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Knowledge of fundraising regulation, compliance and data protection. A proactive, delivery focused approach with the ability to turn ideas into action. Desirable Criteria: Experience developing or scaling a legacy programme. Experience building or significantly reshaping Individual Giving programmes. Experience with Raiser s Edge NXT or other CRM systems. Experience managing external partners. Experience working in a growing or changing organisation. Line Management experience.
POST OUTLINE This is a permanent role within the Income Generation team, responsible for unlocking significant income from trusts and foundations to power the charity s services future growth. Working across the organisation, you will shape compelling funding opportunities, connect funders to real impact and help build a stronger, more ambitious grants programme. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES This is a pivotal role responsible for driving significant income growth from Trusts and Foundations by developing and delivering a focused, high quality grants programme. You will identify and secure funding for priority services, develop compelling cases for support and build strong, long-term relationships with funders. You will take full ownership of the grants pipeline from opportunity identification through to submission and reporting, ensuring a disciplined, results-focussed approach to income generation. As Line Manager of the Grants Team you will set clear direction, raise standards and deliver consistent performance against income targets. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver a targeted Trusts and Foundations plan, prioritising opportunities aligned to organisational priorities and income potential. Build and manage a strong pipeline of prospects, applications, reports and renewals, ensuring a consistent flow of income. Research and assess funding opportunities in depth, using insights to target funders with the highest likelihood of success. Write and submit high-quality, compelling applications and proposals tailored to individual funder priorities and requirements. Translate complex service delivery outcomes and language into clear and persuasive cases for support. Build and maintain strong relationships with Trusts and Foundations, treating funders as long-term partners. Lead on funder reporting and stewardship, delivering timely, high-quality updates that build trust and secure repeat funding. Work closely with services and senior colleagues to develop fundable projects, robust budgets and credible impact reporting. Manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively, managing high standards across all applications and communications. Monitor performance against targets, using insights and learning from outcomes to continuously refine approach. Ensure all applications and reports meet funder guidelines with a strong attention to detail and accuracy. Line manage and develop members of the Grants Team setting clear expectations and maintaining high performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Criteria: Significant experience securing income from Trusts and Foundations, including five and six figure gifts, both single and multi-year. Proven track record of meeting and exceeding income targets through a strategic, pipeline led approach. Strong experience of developing compelling, high-quality cases for support, funding applications and proposals. Ability to translate complex services and impact into clear, persuasive cases for support. Experience building and managing relationships with funders, securing repeat funding. Strong research and prioritisation skills, with the ability to assess opportunities effectively. Experience managing a pipeline of prospects, applications and renewals. Excellent written and communication skills with strong attention to detail. Strong organisational skills. Experience working collaboratively across teams. Experience of line management. Knowledge of fundraising regulation, compliance and data protection. A proactive, delivery focused approach with the ability to turn ideas into action. Desirable Criteria: Experience working within children s, disability or health-related charities. Knowledge of the UK s Trusts and Foundations landscape. Experience using prospect research tools i.e. GrantFinder or similar. Experience with Raiser s Edge NXT or other CRM systems. Experience working in a growing or changing organisation.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
POST OUTLINE This is a permanent role within the Income Generation team, responsible for unlocking significant income from trusts and foundations to power the charity s services future growth. Working across the organisation, you will shape compelling funding opportunities, connect funders to real impact and help build a stronger, more ambitious grants programme. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES This is a pivotal role responsible for driving significant income growth from Trusts and Foundations by developing and delivering a focused, high quality grants programme. You will identify and secure funding for priority services, develop compelling cases for support and build strong, long-term relationships with funders. You will take full ownership of the grants pipeline from opportunity identification through to submission and reporting, ensuring a disciplined, results-focussed approach to income generation. As Line Manager of the Grants Team you will set clear direction, raise standards and deliver consistent performance against income targets. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver a targeted Trusts and Foundations plan, prioritising opportunities aligned to organisational priorities and income potential. Build and manage a strong pipeline of prospects, applications, reports and renewals, ensuring a consistent flow of income. Research and assess funding opportunities in depth, using insights to target funders with the highest likelihood of success. Write and submit high-quality, compelling applications and proposals tailored to individual funder priorities and requirements. Translate complex service delivery outcomes and language into clear and persuasive cases for support. Build and maintain strong relationships with Trusts and Foundations, treating funders as long-term partners. Lead on funder reporting and stewardship, delivering timely, high-quality updates that build trust and secure repeat funding. Work closely with services and senior colleagues to develop fundable projects, robust budgets and credible impact reporting. Manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively, managing high standards across all applications and communications. Monitor performance against targets, using insights and learning from outcomes to continuously refine approach. Ensure all applications and reports meet funder guidelines with a strong attention to detail and accuracy. Line manage and develop members of the Grants Team setting clear expectations and maintaining high performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Criteria: Significant experience securing income from Trusts and Foundations, including five and six figure gifts, both single and multi-year. Proven track record of meeting and exceeding income targets through a strategic, pipeline led approach. Strong experience of developing compelling, high-quality cases for support, funding applications and proposals. Ability to translate complex services and impact into clear, persuasive cases for support. Experience building and managing relationships with funders, securing repeat funding. Strong research and prioritisation skills, with the ability to assess opportunities effectively. Experience managing a pipeline of prospects, applications and renewals. Excellent written and communication skills with strong attention to detail. Strong organisational skills. Experience working collaboratively across teams. Experience of line management. Knowledge of fundraising regulation, compliance and data protection. A proactive, delivery focused approach with the ability to turn ideas into action. Desirable Criteria: Experience working within children s, disability or health-related charities. Knowledge of the UK s Trusts and Foundations landscape. Experience using prospect research tools i.e. GrantFinder or similar. Experience with Raiser s Edge NXT or other CRM systems. Experience working in a growing or changing organisation.
