Haringey Education Partnership We are a leading education partnership based in Hornsey, north London, committed to improving outcomes for children and young people. We have member schools across Haringey, Enfield and Waltham Forest. The Role The Administrative Officer will play a key role in helping to ensure the smooth running of HEP s operations, events, and communications, and in delivering the high-quality service that underpins our success. This role reports jointly to the Operations Manager and the Head of Communications & Engagement. Key Responsibilities Administrative Support First point of contact for schools, clients, suppliers, and visitors triaging issues and responding efficiently and helpfully to queries in person, via phone, and by email Monitoring of shared email inboxes across various teams, addressing enquiries in a timely manner Work closely with the Operations, Comms and CPD teams to support projects and workstreams Event / Visitor Coordination Prepare and manage meeting rooms and training venues liaising with trainers and delegates Assist with the planning and delivery of in-person and online events, including training sessions and conferences Create event collateral in a professional and timely manner CPD Support Support with organising, hosting and managing the technical side of virtual and in-person meetings, training and webinars Support with the development of CPD promotional material including brochures and flyers Support with uploading HEPs training programme and events onto website Communications and Digital Support Website administration support, resolving member queries Help in creation and distribution of communication materials, such as flyers, newsletters, brochures,podcasts and content for social media/digital channels Work with the Communications Team to ensure consistency in tone, branding, and messaging Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience in an administrative or office support role Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently and professionally with a wide range of stakeholders Strong IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Canva, Zoom, Monday, Adobe Suite Good numeracy and data-handling skills Ability to manage time, prioritise effectively, and work flexibly across multiple tasks A proactive, positive, and collaborative approach to work A strong commitment to improving life chances for children and young people Desirable Skills and Experience Experience of working in or with schools or education settings Experience with event coordination or customer service Familiarity with maintaining websites and basic content management systems Other information Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a CV and a covering letter detailing their suitability for the role. Interviews will be conducted as suitable candidates apply and we may hire if we find the right person before the job ad closes. Working at HEP: You will be part of a mission-driven team committed to empowering schools and improving outcomes for children and young people You will work in a supportive environment that values learning, innovation, and collaboration We offer opportunities for professional development and encourage staff to shape and grow their roles We offer 30 days annual leave and a generous pension scheme We are an 'in-person first organisation' and this role is in-person/office based, working in Hornsey, north London with the opportunity to visit our member schools and attend events/conferences as required We are actively seeking diversity of experience academically and professionally, as well as representing the different communities we serve. This position will be located in the United Kingdom and therefore a successful applicant must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to commence their employment. HEP is committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our safer recruitment checks an online search many be carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Haringey Education Partnership We are a leading education partnership based in Hornsey, north London, committed to improving outcomes for children and young people. We have member schools across Haringey, Enfield and Waltham Forest. The Role The Administrative Officer will play a key role in helping to ensure the smooth running of HEP s operations, events, and communications, and in delivering the high-quality service that underpins our success. This role reports jointly to the Operations Manager and the Head of Communications & Engagement. Key Responsibilities Administrative Support First point of contact for schools, clients, suppliers, and visitors triaging issues and responding efficiently and helpfully to queries in person, via phone, and by email Monitoring of shared email inboxes across various teams, addressing enquiries in a timely manner Work closely with the Operations, Comms and CPD teams to support projects and workstreams Event / Visitor Coordination Prepare and manage meeting rooms and training venues liaising with trainers and delegates Assist with the planning and delivery of in-person and online events, including training sessions and conferences Create event collateral in a professional and timely manner CPD Support Support with organising, hosting and managing the technical side of virtual and in-person meetings, training and webinars Support with the development of CPD promotional material including brochures and flyers Support with uploading HEPs training programme and events onto website Communications and Digital Support Website administration support, resolving member queries Help in creation and distribution of communication materials, such as flyers, newsletters, brochures,podcasts and content for social media/digital channels Work with the Communications Team to ensure consistency in tone, branding, and messaging Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience in an administrative or office support role Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently and professionally with a wide range of stakeholders Strong IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Canva, Zoom, Monday, Adobe Suite Good numeracy and data-handling skills Ability to manage time, prioritise effectively, and work flexibly across multiple tasks A proactive, positive, and collaborative approach to work A strong commitment to improving life chances for children and young people Desirable Skills and Experience Experience of working in or with schools or education settings Experience with event coordination or customer service Familiarity with maintaining websites and basic content management systems Other information Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a CV and a covering letter detailing their suitability for the role. Interviews will be conducted as suitable candidates apply and we may hire if we find the right person before the job ad closes. Working at HEP: You will be part of a mission-driven team committed to empowering schools and improving outcomes for children and young people You will work in a supportive environment that values learning, innovation, and collaboration We offer opportunities for professional development and encourage staff to shape and grow their roles We offer 30 days annual leave and a generous pension scheme We are an 'in-person first organisation' and this role is in-person/office based, working in Hornsey, north London with the opportunity to visit our member schools and attend events/conferences as required We are actively seeking diversity of experience academically and professionally, as well as representing the different communities we serve. This position will be located in the United Kingdom and therefore a successful applicant must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to commence their employment. HEP is committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our safer recruitment checks an online search many be carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
About Play for Progress This is an exciting moment for Play for Progress (PFP) as we celebrate our 10th anniversary and reflect on a decade of creative, therapeutic and community-building work with young people navigating the asylum system. Play for Progress is a Croydon-based charity dedicated to supporting unaccompanied young people seeking asylum, aged between 14 and 25. Through creative engagement, education, therapeutic support and community-building, we provide a space where young people can access opportunities, develop their skills, and find the support they need to navigate the challenges of displacement. Our mission is simple but profound: to ensure that every young person who comes to us has the community to survive, the space to heal, and the stability to thrive. We are a small, close-knit team driven by a deep commitment to the young people we serve and we are looking for an Admin Support Officer who shares that commitment. The Role This is a vital role at the heart of our organisation. As Admin Support Officer, you will be the operational backbone of Play for Progress keeping our systems running smoothly, supporting our team to do their best work, and ensuring that the young people and partners who engage with us experience a professional, warm and well-organised charity. The role is hands-on, varied and touches every part of the organisation. You will need to be highly organised, proactive and adaptable someone who takes real pride in getting the details right and who understands that good administration is what makes good work possible. A genuine commitment to our mission and values is essential. Key Responsibilities General Administration Provide day-to-day administrative support across the organisation, ensuring smooth and efficient operations Manage and maintain organisational filing systems both digital and physical ensuring documents are accurate, accessible and up to date Draft, proof-read and format a range of documents including letters, reports, meeting papers and internal communications Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence professionally and promptly, including post, email enquiries and phone calls Support the scheduling and coordination of internal meetings and workshops, including preparing agendas and taking minutes Support HR administration, including contracts, onboarding, and maintaining records. Oversee the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) process for staff, ensuring compliance with safeguarding requirements. Maintain staff training records and track compliance with mandatory training. Assist in recruitment processes, including posting job descriptions, coordinating interviews, liaising with candidates and onboarding Programme & Operations Support Maintain and update databases and records relating to young people, sessions and outcomes, ensuring compliance with GDPR and data protection requirements Assist with the collection and recording of monitoring and evaluation data to support impact reporting Assist with the coordination of half-term projects, events and external activities as required TO SEE THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION PLEASE DOWNLOAD THE CANDIDATE PACK Who You Are Highly Organised: You love keeping things running smoothly and efficiently. Detail-Oriented: You ensure compliance, record-keeping, and processes are all in top shape. Proactive & Reliable: You anticipate challenges and take initiative to solve them. Social Media Savvy: You understand how to use digital platforms to communicate impact and engage audiences. Compassionate & Aligned with Our Values: You believe in the power of creativity, community, and care to support young people who have faced adversity. Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using administrative tools, HR platforms, and databases. Essential Experience & Skills Experience in office management, administration, or HR support roles. Strong knowledge of HR processes, safeguarding, and compliance (DBS checks, training records, etc.). Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience managing social media platforms for an organisation or project. Comfortable working independently and as part of a hybrid team. Desirable Experience working in a charity, arts, or community organisation. Understanding of trauma-informed practice. Familiarity with Canva, Mailchimp, Square Space, InForm, scheduling tools, and content creation for social media. What We Offer A flexible, supportive and genuinely values-driven working environment The chance to be part of an organisation doing vital and meaningful work with young people 20 days annual leave pro rata, plus bank holidays Pension - 5% contributory pension scheme with 3% employer contribution Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Regular supervision and access to professional development opportunities A warm, diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Play for Progress is an equal opportunities employer. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, and particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic communities and from people with lived experience of the refugee or asylum journey. We believe that a team which reflects the diversity of the young people we support makes us stronger and more effective in our work. If you require any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
About Play for Progress This is an exciting moment for Play for Progress (PFP) as we celebrate our 10th anniversary and reflect on a decade of creative, therapeutic and community-building work with young people navigating the asylum system. Play for Progress is a Croydon-based charity dedicated to supporting unaccompanied young people seeking asylum, aged between 14 and 25. Through creative engagement, education, therapeutic support and community-building, we provide a space where young people can access opportunities, develop their skills, and find the support they need to navigate the challenges of displacement. Our mission is simple but profound: to ensure that every young person who comes to us has the community to survive, the space to heal, and the stability to thrive. We are a small, close-knit team driven by a deep commitment to the young people we serve and we are looking for an Admin Support Officer who shares that commitment. The Role This is a vital role at the heart of our organisation. As Admin Support Officer, you will be the operational backbone of Play for Progress keeping our systems running smoothly, supporting our team to do their best work, and ensuring that the young people and partners who engage with us experience a professional, warm and well-organised charity. The role is hands-on, varied and touches every part of the organisation. You will need to be highly organised, proactive and adaptable someone who takes real pride in getting the details right and who understands that good administration is what makes good work possible. A genuine commitment to our mission and values is essential. Key Responsibilities General Administration Provide day-to-day administrative support across the organisation, ensuring smooth and efficient operations Manage and maintain organisational filing systems both digital and physical ensuring documents are accurate, accessible and up to date Draft, proof-read and format a range of documents including letters, reports, meeting papers and internal communications Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence professionally and promptly, including post, email enquiries and phone calls Support the scheduling and coordination of internal meetings and workshops, including preparing agendas and taking minutes Support HR administration, including contracts, onboarding, and maintaining records. Oversee the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) process for staff, ensuring compliance with safeguarding requirements. Maintain staff training records and track compliance with mandatory training. Assist in recruitment processes, including posting job descriptions, coordinating interviews, liaising with candidates and onboarding Programme & Operations Support Maintain and update databases and records relating to young people, sessions and outcomes, ensuring compliance with GDPR and data protection requirements Assist with the collection and recording of monitoring and evaluation data to support impact reporting Assist with the coordination of half-term projects, events and external activities as required TO SEE THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION PLEASE DOWNLOAD THE CANDIDATE PACK Who You Are Highly Organised: You love keeping things running smoothly and efficiently. Detail-Oriented: You ensure compliance, record-keeping, and processes are all in top shape. Proactive & Reliable: You anticipate challenges and take initiative to solve them. Social Media Savvy: You understand how to use digital platforms to communicate impact and engage audiences. Compassionate & Aligned with Our Values: You believe in the power of creativity, community, and care to support young people who have faced adversity. Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using administrative tools, HR platforms, and databases. Essential Experience & Skills Experience in office management, administration, or HR support roles. Strong knowledge of HR processes, safeguarding, and compliance (DBS checks, training records, etc.). Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience managing social media platforms for an organisation or project. Comfortable working independently and as part of a hybrid team. Desirable Experience working in a charity, arts, or community organisation. Understanding of trauma-informed practice. Familiarity with Canva, Mailchimp, Square Space, InForm, scheduling tools, and content creation for social media. What We Offer A flexible, supportive and genuinely values-driven working environment The chance to be part of an organisation doing vital and meaningful work with young people 20 days annual leave pro rata, plus bank holidays Pension - 5% contributory pension scheme with 3% employer contribution Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Regular supervision and access to professional development opportunities A warm, diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Play for Progress is an equal opportunities employer. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, and particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic communities and from people with lived experience of the refugee or asylum journey. We believe that a team which reflects the diversity of the young people we support makes us stronger and more effective in our work. If you require any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-
Fundraising Partnership Officer When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Acorns Children's Hospice are looking for a Partnership Engagement Officer to support the management of our corporate and wider business supporters. You'll also focus on stock generation and volunteering opportunities across retail and the wider hospice areas. About the Role At Acorns Children s Hospice we offer specialist palliative care and support for children and their families across the West Midlands. We are there wherever and whenever they need us, in the hospice, community and at home. As the UK s largest children s hospice charity, in terms of both numbers of children and families supported, and annual expenditure on our care work- we need to raise more than £14 million each year to run and support our care services. As Partnership Engagement Officer, you will: Act as the first point of contact for corporate supporters and local businesses. Account manage a small number of partners Manage the general corporate and community fundraising inbox Plan and execute stock donation drives Oversee the recruitment, induction and training needs of Corporate Fundraising volunteers Frequently attend volunteering days to meet teams, host the "welcome talk," and ensure the corporate employees have a memorable, positive experience About You Experience in a customer-facing, administrative, or fundraising/sales role Experience of working to targets and deadlines. Experience organising events, logistics, and scheduling groups. Experience of project management and the ability to simultaneously manage a wide range of projects Experience of report writing and deploying different styles of writing and communications for different audiences, including social media post writing Ability to travel independently throughout the organisation and region What We Offer £30,500 per annum 37.5 hours per week Hybrid role - based in nearest Acorns hospice (Walsall, Worcester or Birmingham), home working and travel to across the West Midlands Employee discounts from leading retailers including the Blue Light Card Discounts on refurbished tech Health cash plan Gym membership and equipment discount scheme Bike2Work scheme - save up to 42% on bikes and equipment Wellbeing, legal and financial support Career development through our Acorns Academy offering leadership, coaching, fundraising, clinical training and more. Generous contribution to group personal pension plan (7.5%) or continuation of current NHS pension scheme NHS pension scheme life assurance or Acorns group life assurance scheme Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service Interviews are scheduled to be held on 30 March and 2 April You need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and therefore any successful candidate will be asked to provide two satisfactory references. As a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting organisation, we are committed to ensuring that the United Nations Convention for the Rights of the Child is embedded into both culture and practice within the organisation. As an employee you will be a Duty Bearer for Children s Rights and support all children to be Rights Holders. Find out about our culture, career development, benefits and more here: Why Work for Acorns?
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Fundraising Partnership Officer When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Acorns Children's Hospice are looking for a Partnership Engagement Officer to support the management of our corporate and wider business supporters. You'll also focus on stock generation and volunteering opportunities across retail and the wider hospice areas. About the Role At Acorns Children s Hospice we offer specialist palliative care and support for children and their families across the West Midlands. We are there wherever and whenever they need us, in the hospice, community and at home. As the UK s largest children s hospice charity, in terms of both numbers of children and families supported, and annual expenditure on our care work- we need to raise more than £14 million each year to run and support our care services. As Partnership Engagement Officer, you will: Act as the first point of contact for corporate supporters and local businesses. Account manage a small number of partners Manage the general corporate and community fundraising inbox Plan and execute stock donation drives Oversee the recruitment, induction and training needs of Corporate Fundraising volunteers Frequently attend volunteering days to meet teams, host the "welcome talk," and ensure the corporate employees have a memorable, positive experience About You Experience in a customer-facing, administrative, or fundraising/sales role Experience of working to targets and deadlines. Experience organising events, logistics, and scheduling groups. Experience of project management and the ability to simultaneously manage a wide range of projects Experience of report writing and deploying different styles of writing and communications for different audiences, including social media post writing Ability to travel independently throughout the organisation and region What We Offer £30,500 per annum 37.5 hours per week Hybrid role - based in nearest Acorns hospice (Walsall, Worcester or Birmingham), home working and travel to across the West Midlands Employee discounts from leading retailers including the Blue Light Card Discounts on refurbished tech Health cash plan Gym membership and equipment discount scheme Bike2Work scheme - save up to 42% on bikes and equipment Wellbeing, legal and financial support Career development through our Acorns Academy offering leadership, coaching, fundraising, clinical training and more. Generous contribution to group personal pension plan (7.5%) or continuation of current NHS pension scheme NHS pension scheme life assurance or Acorns group life assurance scheme Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service Interviews are scheduled to be held on 30 March and 2 April You need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and therefore any successful candidate will be asked to provide two satisfactory references. As a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting organisation, we are committed to ensuring that the United Nations Convention for the Rights of the Child is embedded into both culture and practice within the organisation. As an employee you will be a Duty Bearer for Children s Rights and support all children to be Rights Holders. Find out about our culture, career development, benefits and more here: Why Work for Acorns?
Fundraising Events Officer When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Acorns Children's Hospice are looking for an Events Officer to help deliver fundraising events that bring in vital income and create a great experience for supporters About the Role At Acorns Children s Hospice we offer specialist palliative care and support for children and their families across the West Midlands. We are there wherever and whenever they need us, in the hospice, community and at home. As the UK s largest children s hospice charity, in terms of both numbers of children and families supported, and annual expenditure on our care work- we need to raise more than £14 million each year to run and support our care services. As Events Officer, you will: Support planning and delivery of Acorns-run events and challenge events Lead end-to-end administration for the third-party fundraising events program - from sign-up through post-event follow-up Recruit, onboard, and support participants to meet participation and income targets (including timely, helpful communications) Track fundraising milestones and deadlines; send reminders and provide practical support to help participants stay on track Coordinate with colleagues to recruit, brief, and support event volunteers where needed View our Events Calendar to see what you'll be involved in. About You Experience of coordinating fundraising events or public events (planning, participant support, and / or delivery) Experience of providing high quality customer care and an understanding of the supporter journey Experience of and resilience to meeting targets and KPIs Strong administrative and organisational skills; high attention to detail and accurate record-keeping Willing to work outside standard hours when the event calendar requires it (with time off in lieu) Ability to travel independently throughout the organisation and region What We Offer £30,500 per annum 37.5 hours per week Hybrid role - based in nearest Acorns hospice (Walsall, Worcester or Birmingham), home working and travel to across the West Midlands Employee discounts from leading retailers including the Blue Light Card Discounts on refurbished tech Health cash plan Gym membership and equipment discount scheme Bike2Work scheme - save up to 42% on bikes and equipment Wellbeing, legal and financial support Career development through our Acorns Academy offering leadership, coaching, fundraising, clinical training and more. Generous contribution to group personal pension plan (7.5%) or continuation of current NHS pension scheme NHS pension scheme life assurance or Acorns group life assurance scheme Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service Interviews are scheduled to be held on 30 March and 2 April You need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and therefore any successful candidate will be asked to provide two satisfactory references. As a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting organisation, we are committed to ensuring that the United Nations Convention for the Rights of the Child is embedded into both culture and practice within the organisation. As an employee you will be a Duty Bearer for Children s Rights and support all children to be Rights Holders. Find out about our culture, career development, benefits and more here: Why Work for Acorns?
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Fundraising Events Officer When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Acorns Children's Hospice are looking for an Events Officer to help deliver fundraising events that bring in vital income and create a great experience for supporters About the Role At Acorns Children s Hospice we offer specialist palliative care and support for children and their families across the West Midlands. We are there wherever and whenever they need us, in the hospice, community and at home. As the UK s largest children s hospice charity, in terms of both numbers of children and families supported, and annual expenditure on our care work- we need to raise more than £14 million each year to run and support our care services. As Events Officer, you will: Support planning and delivery of Acorns-run events and challenge events Lead end-to-end administration for the third-party fundraising events program - from sign-up through post-event follow-up Recruit, onboard, and support participants to meet participation and income targets (including timely, helpful communications) Track fundraising milestones and deadlines; send reminders and provide practical support to help participants stay on track Coordinate with colleagues to recruit, brief, and support event volunteers where needed View our Events Calendar to see what you'll be involved in. About You Experience of coordinating fundraising events or public events (planning, participant support, and / or delivery) Experience of providing high quality customer care and an understanding of the supporter journey Experience of and resilience to meeting targets and KPIs Strong administrative and organisational skills; high attention to detail and accurate record-keeping Willing to work outside standard hours when the event calendar requires it (with time off in lieu) Ability to travel independently throughout the organisation and region What We Offer £30,500 per annum 37.5 hours per week Hybrid role - based in nearest Acorns hospice (Walsall, Worcester or Birmingham), home working and travel to across the West Midlands Employee discounts from leading retailers including the Blue Light Card Discounts on refurbished tech Health cash plan Gym membership and equipment discount scheme Bike2Work scheme - save up to 42% on bikes and equipment Wellbeing, legal and financial support Career development through our Acorns Academy offering leadership, coaching, fundraising, clinical training and more. Generous contribution to group personal pension plan (7.5%) or continuation of current NHS pension scheme NHS pension scheme life assurance or Acorns group life assurance scheme Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service Interviews are scheduled to be held on 30 March and 2 April You need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and therefore any successful candidate will be asked to provide two satisfactory references. As a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting organisation, we are committed to ensuring that the United Nations Convention for the Rights of the Child is embedded into both culture and practice within the organisation. As an employee you will be a Duty Bearer for Children s Rights and support all children to be Rights Holders. Find out about our culture, career development, benefits and more here: Why Work for Acorns?
The Role This job description is subject to review and amendment in the light of the changing needs of the University, to provide appropriate development opportunities and/or the addition of any other reasonable duties. This role supports the Chief Financial Officer to ensure the delivery of the university financial plan which enables delivery of Aberystwyth University's Strategy. The financial plan sets out the priorities and actions required to enable delivery of the financial resources required by the university. This leadership role, alongside the Head of Financial Operations and Compliance, will create a high-performance team embedded in the universities activities by further developing the business partner culture, ensuring the service remains of high-quality and appropriate as circumstances change. As the lead for Finance Business Partnering across the University, you and your team will work closely with Faculty Pro-Vice Chancellors, Department Heads, and Professional Services Directors to provide strategic financial advice. Your guidance will help ensure that budgets are effectively managed and that financial plans are both realistic and ambitious. You will bring significant experience as a financial professional, with high-level expertise in this area of finance. Confident operating in a complex and fast-paced environment, you will exercise a high degree of independent judgment and responsibility, working within broad parameters and institutional policy frameworks. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership You will lead and manage a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement to drive the achievement of strategic financial objectives. You will champion innovation and lead step changes in processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Lead the Finance Business Partnering teams to set and monitor budgets, delivering timely, accurate, and insightful financial information, support, and advice across the University. Ensure the consistent delivery of a high-quality, responsive, and stakeholder-focused finance service that evolves with institutional needs and supports long-term planning and decision-making. External Representation and Stakeholder Engagement Represent the University with external stakeholders, ensuring excellent relations and timely sharing of information. Ensure delivery of an excellent, consistent, and relevant service to stakeholders. Develop, manage and maintain productive strategic relationships and networks with senior representatives in a broad range of private and public sector partners to assist the continuing development, reputation and effectiveness of the University. Strategic Financial Guidance Provide advice and guidance on complex and/or strategic financial matters. Lead on delivery of efficiency savings ensuring that costs are minimised across all areas of service operations to support the financial sustainability of the university. Plan, co coordinate and take responsibility for the delivery of strategic projects and play a key role in the continued development of the department. Cross Functional Collaboration Communicate and present analysis of financial information, tailoring management reports for the needs and understanding of the recipient(s). Proactively provide financial information to support the decision making process of groups or senior individuals. Working with the Head of Financial Operations and Compliance to ensure the general ledger is optimised for all users. Ensure the development of effective ongoing relationships with Pro Vice Chancellors, Directors and Managers to align existing activity with strategic financial plans and to ensure that they have the appropriate financial support. Be an active member of project / steering/ working groups and networks, both internal and external to the University, representing the Chief Financial Officer as required. Produce and implement a robust monitoring system that measures performance against key targets and identifies material financial variances. Compliance Ensure that the Financial Regulations and procedures are applied in accordance with the requirements of the University Audit Committee and its Regulators. Work closely with the Head of Financial Operations and Compliance to ensure all income and expenditure is accounted for in accordance with accounting standards for the preparation of the Annual Financial Statements. Work closely with the Chief Financial Officer demonstrating leadership in the financial management and delivery of the long term financial plan for the University, while maintaining a business partnering culture and compliance to regulation. Budgets and Accounts Oversee and ensure the five year budgets are prepared for consolidation into the University's medium term financial plan, working in collaboration with the Finance Leadership team to ensure milestones and key performance indicators are met. Ensure budgets and forecasts are developed in accordance with the agreed guidelines and timetables, leading the team in building optimal budgets processes. Construct, analyse and review business cases and option appraisals, pulling together financial and non financial elements to recommend appropriate courses of action to senior management. Engage with the University's commitment to deliver value for money activities that optimise the use of resources by maintaining a cost conscious approach based on the needs of the business, when undertaking all duties and aspects of the role. Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts and project monitoring reports to the University's Executive and other stakeholders, including a forecast outturn and details of major financial opportunities, threats and risks. Additional Responsibilities Be flexible and undertake any other finance related duties according to the needs of the University in liaison with the Chief Financial Officer. Undertake other duties as assigned by your line manager, commensurate with the role's grade. Engage in university level projects and initiatives as directed, and undertake any additional duties commensurate with the role, as assigned by the line manager. Demonstrate flexibility by supporting colleagues during periods of high demand, including attendance at key university events such as open days and graduation ceremonies which may include weekend work. Promote equality of opportunity, and to support and uphold the University's commitment to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of your work. To support the university strategy and underlining plans, engage in continuous personal and professional development in line with the demands of the role, including undertaking relevant training and development activities to develop yourself and support the development of others. Fulfil health and safety responsibilities appropriate to the role, while actively promoting the personal health, safety, and wellbeing of staff and students as a member of the Aberystwyth community. Additionally, support the University's commitment to environmental sustainability through responsible practices and engagement. The above does not represent an exhaustive list of duties associated with this role. Who you are - Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills required Essential Professional qualification in Accountancy (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent). Proven significant experience of: leading & managing teams; developing strategic plans and providing direction; managing strategic projects and change working with stakeholders; reviewing business risks and policy making recommendations for change; preparing, monitoring and managing significant budgets. Proven influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to work sensitively with a broad range of individuals and groups. Good presentation and report writing skills. Ability to prioritise tasks, and co ordinate the efforts of others, to meet deadlines and objectives. Ability to research, gather and process data and information; analyse and interpret results; and determine appropriate action. Advanced knowledge of good practice in management accounting and the development of budgets and financial decision support. Knowledge of developing key performance indicators and associated reporting and monitoring regimes. Ability to develop a vision aligned to business policy priorities. Ability to act as a positive ambassador and role model for the University in external situations. Ability to collaborate with senior colleagues to achieve organisational success. Understanding of how to quickly engender trust and credibility amongst key stakeholders and staff at all levels. Applying discretion to deal with highly confidential issues in a sensitive and discreet manner. Ability to promote a responsive and "can do" culture. Ability to lead, motivate, set work, coach, train and monitor performance of staff. Organised methodical and self motivated to manage own work and that of others to meet required targets. Articulate, confident, persuasive, tactful, diplomatic. Ability to see activities of the post in a wider University and professional context. Flexible approach to undertake work as per business need. Oral (spoken) and Written Welsh Level B1 . click apply for full job details
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
The Role This job description is subject to review and amendment in the light of the changing needs of the University, to provide appropriate development opportunities and/or the addition of any other reasonable duties. This role supports the Chief Financial Officer to ensure the delivery of the university financial plan which enables delivery of Aberystwyth University's Strategy. The financial plan sets out the priorities and actions required to enable delivery of the financial resources required by the university. This leadership role, alongside the Head of Financial Operations and Compliance, will create a high-performance team embedded in the universities activities by further developing the business partner culture, ensuring the service remains of high-quality and appropriate as circumstances change. As the lead for Finance Business Partnering across the University, you and your team will work closely with Faculty Pro-Vice Chancellors, Department Heads, and Professional Services Directors to provide strategic financial advice. Your guidance will help ensure that budgets are effectively managed and that financial plans are both realistic and ambitious. You will bring significant experience as a financial professional, with high-level expertise in this area of finance. Confident operating in a complex and fast-paced environment, you will exercise a high degree of independent judgment and responsibility, working within broad parameters and institutional policy frameworks. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership You will lead and manage a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement to drive the achievement of strategic financial objectives. You will champion innovation and lead step changes in processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Lead the Finance Business Partnering teams to set and monitor budgets, delivering timely, accurate, and insightful financial information, support, and advice across the University. Ensure the consistent delivery of a high-quality, responsive, and stakeholder-focused finance service that evolves with institutional needs and supports long-term planning and decision-making. External Representation and Stakeholder Engagement Represent the University with external stakeholders, ensuring excellent relations and timely sharing of information. Ensure delivery of an excellent, consistent, and relevant service to stakeholders. Develop, manage and maintain productive strategic relationships and networks with senior representatives in a broad range of private and public sector partners to assist the continuing development, reputation and effectiveness of the University. Strategic Financial Guidance Provide advice and guidance on complex and/or strategic financial matters. Lead on delivery of efficiency savings ensuring that costs are minimised across all areas of service operations to support the financial sustainability of the university. Plan, co coordinate and take responsibility for the delivery of strategic projects and play a key role in the continued development of the department. Cross Functional Collaboration Communicate and present analysis of financial information, tailoring management reports for the needs and understanding of the recipient(s). Proactively provide financial information to support the decision making process of groups or senior individuals. Working with the Head of Financial Operations and Compliance to ensure the general ledger is optimised for all users. Ensure the development of effective ongoing relationships with Pro Vice Chancellors, Directors and Managers to align existing activity with strategic financial plans and to ensure that they have the appropriate financial support. Be an active member of project / steering/ working groups and networks, both internal and external to the University, representing the Chief Financial Officer as required. Produce and implement a robust monitoring system that measures performance against key targets and identifies material financial variances. Compliance Ensure that the Financial Regulations and procedures are applied in accordance with the requirements of the University Audit Committee and its Regulators. Work closely with the Head of Financial Operations and Compliance to ensure all income and expenditure is accounted for in accordance with accounting standards for the preparation of the Annual Financial Statements. Work closely with the Chief Financial Officer demonstrating leadership in the financial management and delivery of the long term financial plan for the University, while maintaining a business partnering culture and compliance to regulation. Budgets and Accounts Oversee and ensure the five year budgets are prepared for consolidation into the University's medium term financial plan, working in collaboration with the Finance Leadership team to ensure milestones and key performance indicators are met. Ensure budgets and forecasts are developed in accordance with the agreed guidelines and timetables, leading the team in building optimal budgets processes. Construct, analyse and review business cases and option appraisals, pulling together financial and non financial elements to recommend appropriate courses of action to senior management. Engage with the University's commitment to deliver value for money activities that optimise the use of resources by maintaining a cost conscious approach based on the needs of the business, when undertaking all duties and aspects of the role. Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts and project monitoring reports to the University's Executive and other stakeholders, including a forecast outturn and details of major financial opportunities, threats and risks. Additional Responsibilities Be flexible and undertake any other finance related duties according to the needs of the University in liaison with the Chief Financial Officer. Undertake other duties as assigned by your line manager, commensurate with the role's grade. Engage in university level projects and initiatives as directed, and undertake any additional duties commensurate with the role, as assigned by the line manager. Demonstrate flexibility by supporting colleagues during periods of high demand, including attendance at key university events such as open days and graduation ceremonies which may include weekend work. Promote equality of opportunity, and to support and uphold the University's commitment to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of your work. To support the university strategy and underlining plans, engage in continuous personal and professional development in line with the demands of the role, including undertaking relevant training and development activities to develop yourself and support the development of others. Fulfil health and safety responsibilities appropriate to the role, while actively promoting the personal health, safety, and wellbeing of staff and students as a member of the Aberystwyth community. Additionally, support the University's commitment to environmental sustainability through responsible practices and engagement. The above does not represent an exhaustive list of duties associated with this role. Who you are - Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills required Essential Professional qualification in Accountancy (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent). Proven significant experience of: leading & managing teams; developing strategic plans and providing direction; managing strategic projects and change working with stakeholders; reviewing business risks and policy making recommendations for change; preparing, monitoring and managing significant budgets. Proven influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to work sensitively with a broad range of individuals and groups. Good presentation and report writing skills. Ability to prioritise tasks, and co ordinate the efforts of others, to meet deadlines and objectives. Ability to research, gather and process data and information; analyse and interpret results; and determine appropriate action. Advanced knowledge of good practice in management accounting and the development of budgets and financial decision support. Knowledge of developing key performance indicators and associated reporting and monitoring regimes. Ability to develop a vision aligned to business policy priorities. Ability to act as a positive ambassador and role model for the University in external situations. Ability to collaborate with senior colleagues to achieve organisational success. Understanding of how to quickly engender trust and credibility amongst key stakeholders and staff at all levels. Applying discretion to deal with highly confidential issues in a sensitive and discreet manner. Ability to promote a responsive and "can do" culture. Ability to lead, motivate, set work, coach, train and monitor performance of staff. Organised methodical and self motivated to manage own work and that of others to meet required targets. Articulate, confident, persuasive, tactful, diplomatic. Ability to see activities of the post in a wider University and professional context. Flexible approach to undertake work as per business need. Oral (spoken) and Written Welsh Level B1 . click apply for full job details
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-
Job title: Business Services Reports to: Officer Head of Finance and Business Services Salary: Starting salary of £29,500 per annum Location: Office based at our headquarters in Llantrisant, South Wales Hours: Full time 37.5 hours over 5 days Objective: 2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. Aims: Ensure every Emergency Department and Critical Care unit has a suitable bereavement suite Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person Provide a professional counselling service and other therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families 2wish Cymru and 2wish: 2wish has been established since 2012 and has since grown from strength to strength. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to embed our service and ensure that the offer of support is made at the point of death. We offer an immediate, consistent, high-quality and compassionate service to all individuals affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We work in partnership with professionals who refer into the charity on behalf of families, so they don t have to trawl through the internet for an organisation who may, or may not, be able to support. We provide immediate, and ongoing, support and are here for as long as our families need us. We were founded as a Welsh organisation providing immediate casework support, as well as ongoing aftercare services including counselling, alternative therapies, play therapy, support groups, support events and a respite cottage. In January 2024, we expanded into phase one England, namely Cheshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire and Somerset. And in July 2025 we expanded into phase two England, namely Merseyside, Devon and Cornwall, Wiltshire, Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Context of role: The Business Services Officer provides high quality administrative and operational support across governance, IT, facilities, data protection, recruitment and general administration. Working closely with the Head of Finance & Business Services, this role ensures the charity has strong internal systems, efficient processes, and compliant practices that enable staff to deliver services effectively and compassionately. This role will support the whole organisation in both the office setting and our remote workers across England and Wales. Key responsibilities: Business Services and Operations Support the Head of Finance & Business Services in the effective running of business functions including HR, IT, governance, and office management. Maintain essential organisational policies, procedures, and documentation, ensuring regular review cycles. Manage contracts with suppliers, service providers, and facilities contractors. Staff support Assist department heads with recruitment processes including job adverts, application management, interview coordination, and onboarding. Maintain accurate and confidential HR files, absence records, training logs, and performance documentation on Bright HR. Support wellbeing initiatives and contribute to developing a positive, compassionate staff culture. Coordinate staff training, mandatory learning, and policy briefings. Governance and Compliance Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely filing of required documents. Support risk management processes, including maintaining organisational risk registers. Assist with GDPR compliance, data audits, and data protection processes. Prepare policies for Board approval with the assistance of Peninsula. Leadership and People Management Act as first point of contact for basic IT and systems issues, escalating when necessary. Support the effective use of Microsoft 365, CRM/databases, and operational software including educating others on effective usage. Project manage the development of NOVA our CRM system. Liaise with IT providers to ensure smooth delivery of technical support, security, and digital improvements. Issue IT equipment required for work to all new employees and maintain asset register. Ensuring Cyber Security essentials is complete working with IT consultant ITCS. Facilities and Office Management Oversee day-to-day management of office space, equipment, and environment. Monitoring potential growth of office spaces into England. Manage health & safety processes including risk assessments, incident logs, and mandatory checks. Monitor office supplies, equipment maintenance, and procurement. Administration and Organisational Support Provide administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team where required. Maintain central records, filing systems, and registers to a high standard both electronically and paper based. General: To be responsible for organising own work agenda, time management and administration. To adhere to all company policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and Lone Working; and to be proactive in implementing new safe working practices as appropriate. To attend weekend and evening community events in support of the charity as necessary. Participate as and when required in team meetings and one-to-one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role. It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in may circumstances unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken. You will be subject to performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period. This role is subject to a DBS check. Additional benefits for our employees: An Employee Assistance Programme, including wellbeing support Free parking on 2wish premises Free branded 2wish clothing An extra annual leave day on your birthday Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service Paid sick leave Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise Discounted tickets to UK 2wish events for staff and family Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events Company mobile phone for performance of duties Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties Reimbursement of work expenses Bright Exchange employee discounts Auto-enrolment into company contributory pension scheme after 3 months service How to apply: Please return a CV and covering letter, or a CV and two-minute video, by email. Closing date: Friday 3rd April 2026 Thank you very much for your interest in the role. Please note, if you do not hear from us within ten working days of the closing date, you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Job title: Business Services Reports to: Officer Head of Finance and Business Services Salary: Starting salary of £29,500 per annum Location: Office based at our headquarters in Llantrisant, South Wales Hours: Full time 37.5 hours over 5 days Objective: 2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. Aims: Ensure every Emergency Department and Critical Care unit has a suitable bereavement suite Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person Provide a professional counselling service and other therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families 2wish Cymru and 2wish: 2wish has been established since 2012 and has since grown from strength to strength. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to embed our service and ensure that the offer of support is made at the point of death. We offer an immediate, consistent, high-quality and compassionate service to all individuals affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We work in partnership with professionals who refer into the charity on behalf of families, so they don t have to trawl through the internet for an organisation who may, or may not, be able to support. We provide immediate, and ongoing, support and are here for as long as our families need us. We were founded as a Welsh organisation providing immediate casework support, as well as ongoing aftercare services including counselling, alternative therapies, play therapy, support groups, support events and a respite cottage. In January 2024, we expanded into phase one England, namely Cheshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire and Somerset. And in July 2025 we expanded into phase two England, namely Merseyside, Devon and Cornwall, Wiltshire, Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Context of role: The Business Services Officer provides high quality administrative and operational support across governance, IT, facilities, data protection, recruitment and general administration. Working closely with the Head of Finance & Business Services, this role ensures the charity has strong internal systems, efficient processes, and compliant practices that enable staff to deliver services effectively and compassionately. This role will support the whole organisation in both the office setting and our remote workers across England and Wales. Key responsibilities: Business Services and Operations Support the Head of Finance & Business Services in the effective running of business functions including HR, IT, governance, and office management. Maintain essential organisational policies, procedures, and documentation, ensuring regular review cycles. Manage contracts with suppliers, service providers, and facilities contractors. Staff support Assist department heads with recruitment processes including job adverts, application management, interview coordination, and onboarding. Maintain accurate and confidential HR files, absence records, training logs, and performance documentation on Bright HR. Support wellbeing initiatives and contribute to developing a positive, compassionate staff culture. Coordinate staff training, mandatory learning, and policy briefings. Governance and Compliance Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely filing of required documents. Support risk management processes, including maintaining organisational risk registers. Assist with GDPR compliance, data audits, and data protection processes. Prepare policies for Board approval with the assistance of Peninsula. Leadership and People Management Act as first point of contact for basic IT and systems issues, escalating when necessary. Support the effective use of Microsoft 365, CRM/databases, and operational software including educating others on effective usage. Project manage the development of NOVA our CRM system. Liaise with IT providers to ensure smooth delivery of technical support, security, and digital improvements. Issue IT equipment required for work to all new employees and maintain asset register. Ensuring Cyber Security essentials is complete working with IT consultant ITCS. Facilities and Office Management Oversee day-to-day management of office space, equipment, and environment. Monitoring potential growth of office spaces into England. Manage health & safety processes including risk assessments, incident logs, and mandatory checks. Monitor office supplies, equipment maintenance, and procurement. Administration and Organisational Support Provide administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team where required. Maintain central records, filing systems, and registers to a high standard both electronically and paper based. General: To be responsible for organising own work agenda, time management and administration. To adhere to all company policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and Lone Working; and to be proactive in implementing new safe working practices as appropriate. To attend weekend and evening community events in support of the charity as necessary. Participate as and when required in team meetings and one-to-one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role. It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in may circumstances unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken. You will be subject to performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period. This role is subject to a DBS check. Additional benefits for our employees: An Employee Assistance Programme, including wellbeing support Free parking on 2wish premises Free branded 2wish clothing An extra annual leave day on your birthday Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service Paid sick leave Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise Discounted tickets to UK 2wish events for staff and family Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events Company mobile phone for performance of duties Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties Reimbursement of work expenses Bright Exchange employee discounts Auto-enrolment into company contributory pension scheme after 3 months service How to apply: Please return a CV and covering letter, or a CV and two-minute video, by email. Closing date: Friday 3rd April 2026 Thank you very much for your interest in the role. Please note, if you do not hear from us within ten working days of the closing date, you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Senior Direct Marketing Officer - Acquisition As Senior Direct Marketing Officer, you will operate with a level of autonomy, build excellent agency relationships and deliver outstanding fundraising campaigns to achieve ambitious income targets. A focus on results will be vital but how these are achieved will also form a large part of the role; considering the non-financial measures of quality in addition to more traditional measures of success. Working with internal teams and external suppliers, you will deliver direct marketing activity across a range of channels and media. You will lead paid media campaigns that drive donations and prize-led support, implementing the associated programmes and products. You will also deliver large-scale projects that strengthen the long-term success of campaigns, while delivering exceptional fundraising activity to achieve ambitious income targets. In addition to this, you will be responsible for line managing the Acquisition Direct Marketing Executive who will support the Direct Marketing Acquisition team in achieving their targets. Key Responsibilities: Campaign Management Plan, manage and deliver our Weekly Lottery and Value Exchange campaigns; ensuring they are in market on time, on budget and on brand across a range of channels and media. Manage projects that will improve the long-term success of campaigns. Deliver motivational fundraiser training and develop engaging fundraiser materials with agency stakeholders to ensure high-quality fundraising. Ensure compliance and adherence to regulation and codes of practice is considered in all campaign activity, for example through fundraiser monitoring and engagement activities. Work closely with Data and Digital teams to ensure effective processes are worked to and full campaign evaluation is possible. Continuous improvement through test and learn principles across all activity. Work collaboratively across the charity to deliver and amplify Individual Giving and wider organisational campaigns, maximising impact and income. Development of compelling communications and materials to support all activities. People management Management and development of the Acquisition Direct Marketing Executive. Ensure direct report has clear, SMART objectives and a development plan in place. Complete routine 1-1 meetings and annual appraisals. Ensure direct report has goals and a development plan written up which are routinely reviewed. Agency relationship management across a variety of partners and suppliers, from building relationships and negotiating, to routine performance reviews. Planning and budgeting Input to annual planning and development of individual giving campaigns. Compilation of detailed income and expenditure campaign budgets. Work with Direct Marketing Acquisition Manager (Direct Response) in developing the Acquisition programme and strategy. Input to quarterly forecasting and regular reporting across a range of financial and non-financial KPIs. Finance and reporting Ensure daily campaign tracking and reporting. Routine end of campaign reviews and analysis. Ongoing reporting on long-term success measures, such as attrition and ROI. Invoice reconciliation and processing for timely payment. Non-financial KPI trend reporting, such as opt-out/in rates and quality scoring. Knowledge, skills and experience needed: Reporting and ability to understand complex data sets Understanding of compliance in fundraising. Campaign management. Briefing and working with external suppliers. Direct marketing across a range of media and routes to market. Copy writing and proof reading. Proven track record of meeting or exceeding financial and non-financial targets. Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload. Focus on results and continuous improvement. Excellent attention to detail. Good written and verbal communication skills and the confidence to communicate with people of all levels. Agency management skills. Strong team player and self-motivator. Flexibility to work some unsocial hours and willingness to travel independently. Additional Information: Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office. Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events. Our Office : Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. Salary : Circa £37,000 per annum, plus benefits Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information. The closing date for applications is the 22nd March 2026 , with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, particularly from those in the global majority, those with disabilities, men and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website. How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application. About Alzheimer s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Senior Direct Marketing Officer - Acquisition As Senior Direct Marketing Officer, you will operate with a level of autonomy, build excellent agency relationships and deliver outstanding fundraising campaigns to achieve ambitious income targets. A focus on results will be vital but how these are achieved will also form a large part of the role; considering the non-financial measures of quality in addition to more traditional measures of success. Working with internal teams and external suppliers, you will deliver direct marketing activity across a range of channels and media. You will lead paid media campaigns that drive donations and prize-led support, implementing the associated programmes and products. You will also deliver large-scale projects that strengthen the long-term success of campaigns, while delivering exceptional fundraising activity to achieve ambitious income targets. In addition to this, you will be responsible for line managing the Acquisition Direct Marketing Executive who will support the Direct Marketing Acquisition team in achieving their targets. Key Responsibilities: Campaign Management Plan, manage and deliver our Weekly Lottery and Value Exchange campaigns; ensuring they are in market on time, on budget and on brand across a range of channels and media. Manage projects that will improve the long-term success of campaigns. Deliver motivational fundraiser training and develop engaging fundraiser materials with agency stakeholders to ensure high-quality fundraising. Ensure compliance and adherence to regulation and codes of practice is considered in all campaign activity, for example through fundraiser monitoring and engagement activities. Work closely with Data and Digital teams to ensure effective processes are worked to and full campaign evaluation is possible. Continuous improvement through test and learn principles across all activity. Work collaboratively across the charity to deliver and amplify Individual Giving and wider organisational campaigns, maximising impact and income. Development of compelling communications and materials to support all activities. People management Management and development of the Acquisition Direct Marketing Executive. Ensure direct report has clear, SMART objectives and a development plan in place. Complete routine 1-1 meetings and annual appraisals. Ensure direct report has goals and a development plan written up which are routinely reviewed. Agency relationship management across a variety of partners and suppliers, from building relationships and negotiating, to routine performance reviews. Planning and budgeting Input to annual planning and development of individual giving campaigns. Compilation of detailed income and expenditure campaign budgets. Work with Direct Marketing Acquisition Manager (Direct Response) in developing the Acquisition programme and strategy. Input to quarterly forecasting and regular reporting across a range of financial and non-financial KPIs. Finance and reporting Ensure daily campaign tracking and reporting. Routine end of campaign reviews and analysis. Ongoing reporting on long-term success measures, such as attrition and ROI. Invoice reconciliation and processing for timely payment. Non-financial KPI trend reporting, such as opt-out/in rates and quality scoring. Knowledge, skills and experience needed: Reporting and ability to understand complex data sets Understanding of compliance in fundraising. Campaign management. Briefing and working with external suppliers. Direct marketing across a range of media and routes to market. Copy writing and proof reading. Proven track record of meeting or exceeding financial and non-financial targets. Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload. Focus on results and continuous improvement. Excellent attention to detail. Good written and verbal communication skills and the confidence to communicate with people of all levels. Agency management skills. Strong team player and self-motivator. Flexibility to work some unsocial hours and willingness to travel independently. Additional Information: Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office. Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events. Our Office : Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. Salary : Circa £37,000 per annum, plus benefits Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information. The closing date for applications is the 22nd March 2026 , with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, particularly from those in the global majority, those with disabilities, men and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website. How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application. About Alzheimer s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
Job title: Head of Finance & Business Services Reports to: Director of Operations Salary: In the region of £39,000. Flexible based on experience and qualifications Location: Hybrid Hours: Full time 37.5 hours over 5 days Objective: 2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. Aims: Ensure every Emergency Department and Critical Care unit has a suitable bereavement suite Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person Provide a professional counselling service and other therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families 2wish Cymru and 2wish: 2wish has been established since 2012 and has since grown from strength to strength. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to embed our service and ensure that the offer of support is made at the point of death. We offer an immediate, consistent, high-quality and compassionate service to all individuals affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We work in partnership with professionals who refer into the charity on behalf of families, so they don t have to trawl through the internet for an organisation who may, or may not, be able to support. We provide immediate, and ongoing, support and are here for as long as our families need us. We were founded as a Welsh organisation providing immediate casework support, as well as ongoing aftercare services including counselling, alternative therapies, play therapy, support groups, support events and a respite cottage. In January 2024, we expanded into phase one England, namely Cheshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire and Somerset. And in July 2025 we expanded into phase two England, namely Merseyside, Devon and Cornwall, Wiltshire, Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Context of role: The Headof Finance & Business Services will be a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for ensuring the charity is financially sustainable, legally compliant and operationally efficient. This role provides strategic oversight of finance, governance, HR, IT, facilities, risk management, and business administration, enabling the charity to deliver its mission effectively and responsibly. Line management responsibilities, including Business Services Officer and Finance and Administration Officer. Key responsibilities: Strategic Leadership Act as a senior advisor to the CEO and Board of Trustees on financial strategy, organisational performance, risk, and governance. Lead on the development and implementation of long-term financial plans, budgets, and business services strategies. Contribute to organisational planning, change management, and culture-building across the charity. Financial Management Oversee all aspects of financial management, including grants and foundations, forecasting, management accounts, statutory accounts, and cashflow. Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance within the Charity SORP, and relevant regulatory frameworks. Lead on financial risk management, reserve s policy, investment planning, and financial controls. Oversee payroll, pension administration, procurement, and contract management. Support fundraising colleagues with financial modelling, grant budgets, and reporting to funders. Business Services Oversight Lead and develop the business services function, which include IT, facilities, data protection and health & safety. Oversee HR policies, employee relations, recruitment processes, and wellbeing initiatives with the support of our HR consultants. Ensure reliable IT systems, digital security, and effective use of Microsoft 365 and organisational software with the support of our IT consultants ITCS. Manage the Business Services Officer who oversees office facilities, leases, equipment, and supplier relationships. Hold line management responsibilities for our Business Services Officer and Finance and Administration Officer. Leadership and People Management Provide inspirational leadership to finance and business services staff. Support a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, compassion, and teamwork. Champion organisational values, equity, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of operations General: To be responsible for organising own work agenda, time management and administration. To adhere to all company policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and Lone Working; and to be proactive in implementing new safe working practices as appropriate. To attend weekend and evening community events in support of the charity as necessary. Participate as and when required in team meetings and one-to-one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role. It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in may circumstances unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken. You will be subject to performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period. This role is subject to a DBS check. Person specification: Essential Fully or part qualified in accountancy or qualified by experience (QBE). Proven financial leadership experience within the third sector or a, challenging values-driven organisation. Strong understanding of charity finance, including SORP, restricted/unrestricted, designated funds, grant applications and reporting. Experience of managing governance, risk, compliance, and business administrative functions. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills. Ability to work collaboratively whilst providing strong challenge and professional insight. Demonstrable commitment to the mission and values of 2wish. Assist with compliance of the Equality Act, Employment Rights Act / Bill & General Data Protection Regulations. Desirable Experience supporting or working alongside a Board of Trustees. Experience leading digital transformation or implementing new systems. Understanding bereavement-support environments What we do for you: Contract type: Permanent Hours: Normal office hours are 9am 5pm, Monday to Friday, although alternative hours may be worked with line manager agreement. Work outside office hours may sometimes be necessary and will be compensated for by time off in lieu. Annual leave: 28 days plus bank holidays. Annual leave steadily increases after five years of service. Annual leave and statutory holidays are calculated on a pro rata basis where applicable. Pension: 2wish operate a contributory pension scheme. 2wish will auto-enrol you into the scheme in accordance with it s auto-enrolment obligations. Full details of the scheme will be provided to you once you are enrolled, including the minimum level of contributions that you will be required to make during your membership (current contributions employer 3% and employee 5%). Mileage: A fixed rate allowance is payable for agreed mileage undertaken on 2wish business in a private vehicle, over and above your usual journey to your workplace/s. Additional benefits for our employees: An Employee Assistance Programme, including wellbeing support Free parking on 2wish premises Free branded 2wish clothing An extra annual leave day on your birthday Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service Paid sick leave Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise Discounted tickets to UK 2wish events for staff and family Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events Company mobile phone for performance of duties Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties Reimbursement of work expenses Bright Exchange employee discounts Auto-enrolment into company contributory pension scheme after 3 months service How to apply: Please return a CV and covering letter, or a CV and two-minute video,. Closing date: Friday 3rd April 2026 Thank you very much for your interest in the role. Please note, if you do not hear from us within ten working days of the closing date, you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Job title: Head of Finance & Business Services Reports to: Director of Operations Salary: In the region of £39,000. Flexible based on experience and qualifications Location: Hybrid Hours: Full time 37.5 hours over 5 days Objective: 2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. Aims: Ensure every Emergency Department and Critical Care unit has a suitable bereavement suite Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person Provide a professional counselling service and other therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families 2wish Cymru and 2wish: 2wish has been established since 2012 and has since grown from strength to strength. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to embed our service and ensure that the offer of support is made at the point of death. We offer an immediate, consistent, high-quality and compassionate service to all individuals affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We work in partnership with professionals who refer into the charity on behalf of families, so they don t have to trawl through the internet for an organisation who may, or may not, be able to support. We provide immediate, and ongoing, support and are here for as long as our families need us. We were founded as a Welsh organisation providing immediate casework support, as well as ongoing aftercare services including counselling, alternative therapies, play therapy, support groups, support events and a respite cottage. In January 2024, we expanded into phase one England, namely Cheshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire and Somerset. And in July 2025 we expanded into phase two England, namely Merseyside, Devon and Cornwall, Wiltshire, Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Context of role: The Headof Finance & Business Services will be a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for ensuring the charity is financially sustainable, legally compliant and operationally efficient. This role provides strategic oversight of finance, governance, HR, IT, facilities, risk management, and business administration, enabling the charity to deliver its mission effectively and responsibly. Line management responsibilities, including Business Services Officer and Finance and Administration Officer. Key responsibilities: Strategic Leadership Act as a senior advisor to the CEO and Board of Trustees on financial strategy, organisational performance, risk, and governance. Lead on the development and implementation of long-term financial plans, budgets, and business services strategies. Contribute to organisational planning, change management, and culture-building across the charity. Financial Management Oversee all aspects of financial management, including grants and foundations, forecasting, management accounts, statutory accounts, and cashflow. Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance within the Charity SORP, and relevant regulatory frameworks. Lead on financial risk management, reserve s policy, investment planning, and financial controls. Oversee payroll, pension administration, procurement, and contract management. Support fundraising colleagues with financial modelling, grant budgets, and reporting to funders. Business Services Oversight Lead and develop the business services function, which include IT, facilities, data protection and health & safety. Oversee HR policies, employee relations, recruitment processes, and wellbeing initiatives with the support of our HR consultants. Ensure reliable IT systems, digital security, and effective use of Microsoft 365 and organisational software with the support of our IT consultants ITCS. Manage the Business Services Officer who oversees office facilities, leases, equipment, and supplier relationships. Hold line management responsibilities for our Business Services Officer and Finance and Administration Officer. Leadership and People Management Provide inspirational leadership to finance and business services staff. Support a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, compassion, and teamwork. Champion organisational values, equity, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of operations General: To be responsible for organising own work agenda, time management and administration. To adhere to all company policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and Lone Working; and to be proactive in implementing new safe working practices as appropriate. To attend weekend and evening community events in support of the charity as necessary. Participate as and when required in team meetings and one-to-one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role. It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in may circumstances unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken. You will be subject to performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period. This role is subject to a DBS check. Person specification: Essential Fully or part qualified in accountancy or qualified by experience (QBE). Proven financial leadership experience within the third sector or a, challenging values-driven organisation. Strong understanding of charity finance, including SORP, restricted/unrestricted, designated funds, grant applications and reporting. Experience of managing governance, risk, compliance, and business administrative functions. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills. Ability to work collaboratively whilst providing strong challenge and professional insight. Demonstrable commitment to the mission and values of 2wish. Assist with compliance of the Equality Act, Employment Rights Act / Bill & General Data Protection Regulations. Desirable Experience supporting or working alongside a Board of Trustees. Experience leading digital transformation or implementing new systems. Understanding bereavement-support environments What we do for you: Contract type: Permanent Hours: Normal office hours are 9am 5pm, Monday to Friday, although alternative hours may be worked with line manager agreement. Work outside office hours may sometimes be necessary and will be compensated for by time off in lieu. Annual leave: 28 days plus bank holidays. Annual leave steadily increases after five years of service. Annual leave and statutory holidays are calculated on a pro rata basis where applicable. Pension: 2wish operate a contributory pension scheme. 2wish will auto-enrol you into the scheme in accordance with it s auto-enrolment obligations. Full details of the scheme will be provided to you once you are enrolled, including the minimum level of contributions that you will be required to make during your membership (current contributions employer 3% and employee 5%). Mileage: A fixed rate allowance is payable for agreed mileage undertaken on 2wish business in a private vehicle, over and above your usual journey to your workplace/s. Additional benefits for our employees: An Employee Assistance Programme, including wellbeing support Free parking on 2wish premises Free branded 2wish clothing An extra annual leave day on your birthday Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service Paid sick leave Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise Discounted tickets to UK 2wish events for staff and family Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events Company mobile phone for performance of duties Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties Reimbursement of work expenses Bright Exchange employee discounts Auto-enrolment into company contributory pension scheme after 3 months service How to apply: Please return a CV and covering letter, or a CV and two-minute video,. Closing date: Friday 3rd April 2026 Thank you very much for your interest in the role. Please note, if you do not hear from us within ten working days of the closing date, you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist delivering responsive repairs, planned works, refurbishments and voids services. We employ more than 1,500 people and support over 250 clients across London and the Southeast. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience across the Axis CLC group, we help keep residents safe, properties well maintained and clients fully compliant. Becoming an apprentice at AxisCLC is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and training. You will work alongside experienced colleagues, whilst learning on the job. You will be expected to attend school/college once a week as part of your apprenticeship. Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you could be offered a permanent position. To work with the Apprentice team learning the skills and gaining experience as a Resident Liaison Officer whilst studying towards completion of the Level 2 Customer Services Apprenticeship. What You'll Deliver Apprenticeship Attend Axis Induction, Health & Safety training, Training and College Induction. Ensure college course attendance is 100% and college absence communicated to your Line Manager. Communicate any absence from work as per your contractual terms and conditions. Communicate college requirements for completion of the Level 2 apprenticeship portfolio work with Axis mentor, Apprentice Co ordinator, and Line Manager. Customer Care Proactively respond to expressions of dis satisfaction at the initial stage. Investigate, register all complaints and report in accordance with company and client procedures. Maintain the Company's complaint log and use the information to report on trends. Visit residents in their homes, when required, dealing with queries and keeping them informed. Make appointments for further works, if required, and ensure these are carried out. Respond to expressions of dis satisfaction received from residents via the text message service within agreed timescales and ensure the issues are addressed. Ensure resident surveys are carried out, recorded, address any actions, and provide a monthly report on the survey findings. Attend monthly contract meetings and supply relevant reports. Community Engagement Attend Resident Surgeries and assist vulnerable people report repairs. Organise Resident consultation events and attend Resident Association Meetings as required. Identify vulnerabilities relating to individual residents and liaise with client's housing officers or support services where necessary. Work with our Performance Team to ensure and identified vulnerabilities are accurately recorded within the organisations systems. Working with the Community Investment Team, organise volunteering and fund raising events. Liaise closely with senior staff to generate a positive culture within the Division. Complete a daily activity sheet detailing visits to residents and clients. To contribute ideas and suggestions that may enable the company to provide a better service. Provide any other reports requested by Client, Line Manager or Customer Manager. To deliver Customer Care talks as and when required and to ensure they are documented. Fully comply with the Organisations Health and Safety and Lone Working policies. Follow policies, procedures, initiatives related to sustainability and environmental compliance. Undertake any other ad hoc duties necessary for the smooth running of the Repairs and Maintenance Division. About you GCSE 4 & above (A C) in Maths & English or equivalent Good communication Presentable Positive attitude to work Attention to detail What We Offer Salary of £8 per hour plus benefits including: Pension scheme and life assurance Travel Expense Coverage: Enabling all apprentices to travel to/from college and/or apprentice/work related events. 25 days' holiday + bank holidays Access to Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers) 1 paid volunteer day Access to Learning and development opportunities: These include financial wellbeing, technical skills and coaching. Why Axis CLC? Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You'll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career. Our Commitment to Inclusion Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist delivering responsive repairs, planned works, refurbishments and voids services. We employ more than 1,500 people and support over 250 clients across London and the Southeast. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience across the Axis CLC group, we help keep residents safe, properties well maintained and clients fully compliant. Becoming an apprentice at AxisCLC is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and training. You will work alongside experienced colleagues, whilst learning on the job. You will be expected to attend school/college once a week as part of your apprenticeship. Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you could be offered a permanent position. To work with the Apprentice team learning the skills and gaining experience as a Resident Liaison Officer whilst studying towards completion of the Level 2 Customer Services Apprenticeship. What You'll Deliver Apprenticeship Attend Axis Induction, Health & Safety training, Training and College Induction. Ensure college course attendance is 100% and college absence communicated to your Line Manager. Communicate any absence from work as per your contractual terms and conditions. Communicate college requirements for completion of the Level 2 apprenticeship portfolio work with Axis mentor, Apprentice Co ordinator, and Line Manager. Customer Care Proactively respond to expressions of dis satisfaction at the initial stage. Investigate, register all complaints and report in accordance with company and client procedures. Maintain the Company's complaint log and use the information to report on trends. Visit residents in their homes, when required, dealing with queries and keeping them informed. Make appointments for further works, if required, and ensure these are carried out. Respond to expressions of dis satisfaction received from residents via the text message service within agreed timescales and ensure the issues are addressed. Ensure resident surveys are carried out, recorded, address any actions, and provide a monthly report on the survey findings. Attend monthly contract meetings and supply relevant reports. Community Engagement Attend Resident Surgeries and assist vulnerable people report repairs. Organise Resident consultation events and attend Resident Association Meetings as required. Identify vulnerabilities relating to individual residents and liaise with client's housing officers or support services where necessary. Work with our Performance Team to ensure and identified vulnerabilities are accurately recorded within the organisations systems. Working with the Community Investment Team, organise volunteering and fund raising events. Liaise closely with senior staff to generate a positive culture within the Division. Complete a daily activity sheet detailing visits to residents and clients. To contribute ideas and suggestions that may enable the company to provide a better service. Provide any other reports requested by Client, Line Manager or Customer Manager. To deliver Customer Care talks as and when required and to ensure they are documented. Fully comply with the Organisations Health and Safety and Lone Working policies. Follow policies, procedures, initiatives related to sustainability and environmental compliance. Undertake any other ad hoc duties necessary for the smooth running of the Repairs and Maintenance Division. About you GCSE 4 & above (A C) in Maths & English or equivalent Good communication Presentable Positive attitude to work Attention to detail What We Offer Salary of £8 per hour plus benefits including: Pension scheme and life assurance Travel Expense Coverage: Enabling all apprentices to travel to/from college and/or apprentice/work related events. 25 days' holiday + bank holidays Access to Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers) 1 paid volunteer day Access to Learning and development opportunities: These include financial wellbeing, technical skills and coaching. Why Axis CLC? Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You'll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career. Our Commitment to Inclusion Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Are you an ex-Prison Officer looking for a rewarding role in education? Do you have the resilience, patience, and understanding to support young people with challenging behaviours? If so, we want you to join our team! About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school. This role is ideal for an ex-Prison Officer who is ready to bring their skills in managing difficult situations into a positive, nurturing environment. You will be working with students who are unable to access mainstream schools due to their SEMH needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and behaviour. Key Responsibilities: Student Behaviour Support: Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner. Mentoring: Build strong, trusting relationships with students, providing guidance and support for their social and emotional development. Safeguarding: Ensure the safety and well-being of all students by adhering to school policies and procedures. Classroom Assistance: Work closely with teachers to support the learning and engagement of students in lessons. Interventions: Implement personalised behaviour support plans and targeted interventions to help students manage their emotions. Team Collaboration: Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including teachers, SENCOs, and mental health professionals, to ensure the best outcomes for students. What We're Looking For: Experience as a Prison Officer or in a similarly challenging environment. Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Empathy, patience, and a non-judgemental approach when working with students with complex needs. A passion for helping young people with SEMH challenges achieve their potential. Ability to work collaboratively with a team and maintain a flexible, proactive attitude. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Why Join Protocol Education? Supportive Environment - Ongoing training, CPD, and the backing of a strong team committed to the well being of staff. Impactful Work - Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with SEMH needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and personal growth. Dedicated Consultant - You will have a dedicated consultant with experience in the field themselves to support and work alongside you. Educator Events - Termly Coffee Mornings hosted by your local branch, Educator Recognition Awards, CPD Training Courses. Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK. If you feel you are the ideal candidate for this role - please apply now. Or if you wish to discuss this role, please contact Alanna on or email All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Are you an ex-Prison Officer looking for a rewarding role in education? Do you have the resilience, patience, and understanding to support young people with challenging behaviours? If so, we want you to join our team! About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school. This role is ideal for an ex-Prison Officer who is ready to bring their skills in managing difficult situations into a positive, nurturing environment. You will be working with students who are unable to access mainstream schools due to their SEMH needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and behaviour. Key Responsibilities: Student Behaviour Support: Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner. Mentoring: Build strong, trusting relationships with students, providing guidance and support for their social and emotional development. Safeguarding: Ensure the safety and well-being of all students by adhering to school policies and procedures. Classroom Assistance: Work closely with teachers to support the learning and engagement of students in lessons. Interventions: Implement personalised behaviour support plans and targeted interventions to help students manage their emotions. Team Collaboration: Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including teachers, SENCOs, and mental health professionals, to ensure the best outcomes for students. What We're Looking For: Experience as a Prison Officer or in a similarly challenging environment. Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Empathy, patience, and a non-judgemental approach when working with students with complex needs. A passion for helping young people with SEMH challenges achieve their potential. Ability to work collaboratively with a team and maintain a flexible, proactive attitude. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Why Join Protocol Education? Supportive Environment - Ongoing training, CPD, and the backing of a strong team committed to the well being of staff. Impactful Work - Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with SEMH needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and personal growth. Dedicated Consultant - You will have a dedicated consultant with experience in the field themselves to support and work alongside you. Educator Events - Termly Coffee Mornings hosted by your local branch, Educator Recognition Awards, CPD Training Courses. Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK. If you feel you are the ideal candidate for this role - please apply now. Or if you wish to discuss this role, please contact Alanna on or email All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.
THE RITZ LONDON OVERVIEW Located between the bustling Piccadilly and the calm oasis of Green Park, The Ritz London hotel offers the height of opulence with luxurious bedrooms, Michelin star dining and world-renowned Afternoon Tea. At every opportunity, our employees create a positive, memorable, and magical experience for both our customers and colleagues. POSITION OVERVIEW We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join our team at The Ritz London within the Security Department as a Security Team Leader. As a Security Team Leader, you will be responsible for the safety and security of staff, guests, and visitors on site. You will conduct routine security checks, entrance checks, and support the wider security team with routine duties. This role requires tact, trust, and diplomacy- you must have the ability to assess situations quickly and act in a timely and appropriate manner in any circumstances that require your attention. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Security experience is essential; preferably in a high-expectations or 5-Star environment. Knowledge of emergency, fire, and first aid procedures The ability to stay calm under pressure Excellent communication and customer service skills Possess the ability to work under pressure and have strong observational skills Great command of the English language, both spoken and written Display a polite and professional attitude to internal and external guests OUR BENEFITS Highly competitive salary within the luxury London Hotel sector Instant reward and recognition scheme 28 holidays (including bank holidays) Learning & Development opportunities Employee discount scheme for Ritz goods and external providers Free laundry service for tailored uniform Complimentary meals on duty Social events and activities Season ticket loan CODE Hospitality App Wellness treatments: massage, chiropody and more Pension scheme Employee mental health assistance helpline Employee Introductory Scheme(£600) Training Fund Assistance Eligibility: In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Due the high volume of applicants, if you have not heard from us within 10 days, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
THE RITZ LONDON OVERVIEW Located between the bustling Piccadilly and the calm oasis of Green Park, The Ritz London hotel offers the height of opulence with luxurious bedrooms, Michelin star dining and world-renowned Afternoon Tea. At every opportunity, our employees create a positive, memorable, and magical experience for both our customers and colleagues. POSITION OVERVIEW We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join our team at The Ritz London within the Security Department as a Security Team Leader. As a Security Team Leader, you will be responsible for the safety and security of staff, guests, and visitors on site. You will conduct routine security checks, entrance checks, and support the wider security team with routine duties. This role requires tact, trust, and diplomacy- you must have the ability to assess situations quickly and act in a timely and appropriate manner in any circumstances that require your attention. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Security experience is essential; preferably in a high-expectations or 5-Star environment. Knowledge of emergency, fire, and first aid procedures The ability to stay calm under pressure Excellent communication and customer service skills Possess the ability to work under pressure and have strong observational skills Great command of the English language, both spoken and written Display a polite and professional attitude to internal and external guests OUR BENEFITS Highly competitive salary within the luxury London Hotel sector Instant reward and recognition scheme 28 holidays (including bank holidays) Learning & Development opportunities Employee discount scheme for Ritz goods and external providers Free laundry service for tailored uniform Complimentary meals on duty Social events and activities Season ticket loan CODE Hospitality App Wellness treatments: massage, chiropody and more Pension scheme Employee mental health assistance helpline Employee Introductory Scheme(£600) Training Fund Assistance Eligibility: In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Due the high volume of applicants, if you have not heard from us within 10 days, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.
Job Title: Purchasing Manager Location: Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Salary: Competitive salary (based on experience) Job type: Full-Time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work and flexibility to meet business needs About us? For over 75 years, Longley Farm has proudly produced premium dairy products, blending traditional family values with modern excellence. Renowned for quality and authenticity, our award-winning products are enjoyed not only across Yorkshire but around the world. As a family-run business with a proud Yorkshire Heritage and a growing international presence, we take pride in doing things properly from the ingredients we use to the people we work with. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead our procurement and supply chain activity on site. Please note no sponsorship opportunities are available for this role so all candidates will require the right to live and work in the UK. About the role? This is a full-time, permanent position based at our offices in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. Standard hours are Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work and flexibility to meet business needs. This is a hands-on role. You will set strategy while remaining actively involved in day-to-day operations to ensure the business runs smoothly. You will work closely with production, engineering, distribution, technical, and sales teams to ensure materials are available, stock levels are controlled and suppliers deliver to expectation. Alongside leading the function, you will manage and work alongside the warehouse team, taking shared responsibility for daily warehouse operations. Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver purchasing and logistics strategy. Forecast demand and maintain consistent material supply and optimal stock levels to ensure production requirements are met. Maintain and build strong supplier relationships, negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance to mitigate supply chain risk. Lead, manage and support the warehouse team in its day-to-day activities, including stock receipt, rotation, availability and inventory control. Lead packaging design changes and continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with internal teams and suppliers. Oversee packaging sustainability activity, reducing environmental impact, maintaining accurate compliance data, and introducing sustainable materials effectively. Work collaboratively with the distribution team to maximise backhaul opportunities, improving efficiency and controlling packaging transport costs. Drive improvements in waste management and sustainable recycling practices across the site. Maintain high standards of health and safety, and ensure stock and site security. This is not an exhaustive list. As the role develops, there will be opportunities to further expand your skills and take on new challenges. About you? We're looking for someone who enjoys being part of a close-knit team, takes pride in their work and is willing to support different areas of the business when needed. Requirements: Proven experience in a Purchasing, Procurement or Supply Chain Manager role. Strong negotiation and supplier management skills. Experience in a manufacturing environment (food or FMCG preferred). Organised, commercially aware and able to manage multiple priorities. Self-motivated and able to work effectively without close supervision and on own initiative. Practical and team-oriented, with a proactive, hands-on approach. Willing to travel in the UK and overseas when required. Class 2 HGV licence desirable (or willingness to train). What's on offer? Competitive salary Contributory pension scheme 33 days' holiday per year (including bank holidays) Paid breaks Free parking and staff product discounts Ongoing professional development and training Regular social events and a supportive team environment If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and salary expectations. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Officer, Purchasing Officer, Supply Chain Officer, Costs Manager, Project Sourcing Manager, Sourcing Manager, Senior Procurement Manager, may also be considered for this role.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Purchasing Manager Location: Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Salary: Competitive salary (based on experience) Job type: Full-Time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work and flexibility to meet business needs About us? For over 75 years, Longley Farm has proudly produced premium dairy products, blending traditional family values with modern excellence. Renowned for quality and authenticity, our award-winning products are enjoyed not only across Yorkshire but around the world. As a family-run business with a proud Yorkshire Heritage and a growing international presence, we take pride in doing things properly from the ingredients we use to the people we work with. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead our procurement and supply chain activity on site. Please note no sponsorship opportunities are available for this role so all candidates will require the right to live and work in the UK. About the role? This is a full-time, permanent position based at our offices in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. Standard hours are Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work and flexibility to meet business needs. This is a hands-on role. You will set strategy while remaining actively involved in day-to-day operations to ensure the business runs smoothly. You will work closely with production, engineering, distribution, technical, and sales teams to ensure materials are available, stock levels are controlled and suppliers deliver to expectation. Alongside leading the function, you will manage and work alongside the warehouse team, taking shared responsibility for daily warehouse operations. Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver purchasing and logistics strategy. Forecast demand and maintain consistent material supply and optimal stock levels to ensure production requirements are met. Maintain and build strong supplier relationships, negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance to mitigate supply chain risk. Lead, manage and support the warehouse team in its day-to-day activities, including stock receipt, rotation, availability and inventory control. Lead packaging design changes and continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with internal teams and suppliers. Oversee packaging sustainability activity, reducing environmental impact, maintaining accurate compliance data, and introducing sustainable materials effectively. Work collaboratively with the distribution team to maximise backhaul opportunities, improving efficiency and controlling packaging transport costs. Drive improvements in waste management and sustainable recycling practices across the site. Maintain high standards of health and safety, and ensure stock and site security. This is not an exhaustive list. As the role develops, there will be opportunities to further expand your skills and take on new challenges. About you? We're looking for someone who enjoys being part of a close-knit team, takes pride in their work and is willing to support different areas of the business when needed. Requirements: Proven experience in a Purchasing, Procurement or Supply Chain Manager role. Strong negotiation and supplier management skills. Experience in a manufacturing environment (food or FMCG preferred). Organised, commercially aware and able to manage multiple priorities. Self-motivated and able to work effectively without close supervision and on own initiative. Practical and team-oriented, with a proactive, hands-on approach. Willing to travel in the UK and overseas when required. Class 2 HGV licence desirable (or willingness to train). What's on offer? Competitive salary Contributory pension scheme 33 days' holiday per year (including bank holidays) Paid breaks Free parking and staff product discounts Ongoing professional development and training Regular social events and a supportive team environment If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and salary expectations. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Officer, Purchasing Officer, Supply Chain Officer, Costs Manager, Project Sourcing Manager, Sourcing Manager, Senior Procurement Manager, may also be considered for this role.
Volunteer Experience Officer Flexible/remote working in the UK The Organisation Our client is dedicated to protecting the ocean - defending crucial habitats, regenerating vital ecosystems and inspiring volunteers. They unite communities, governments, and industry, and champion science-based solutions for cleaner, healthier seas to tackle the climate and nature emergency. They are currently looking for a Volunteer Experience Officer to join them on a full-time, permanent basis, working 35 hours per week. The Benefits - Salary of £26,358 - £31,132 per annum - 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing with service) - Extra time off at Christmas - 8% employer pension contributions (no match required) - Sick pay at full pay for 8 weeks, then 8 weeks at half pay (after probation) - Flexible working and remote-first approach - Health and wellbeing support, plus an employee assistance programme - A paid volunteering day to support a charity of your choice - Cycle-to-work scheme This is an incredible opportunity for an individual with experience in all aspects of volunteer management to join our client's passionate organisation. You'll have the chance to utilise your skillset in an impactful role, helping to make a real difference to the future of the ocean through tireless efforts within innovative and engaging opportunities. What's more, you'll have access to a brilliant benefits package, including flexible and remote working opportunities, and the chance to travel and get involved in incredible programmes throughout the country. So, if you want to join our client's mission to protect the environment and safeguard the future of the planet, read on and apply today. The Role As a Volunteer Experience Officer, your role will be to manage our client's national virtual community of volunteers and maintain effective processes for how they attract, recruit, onboard, engage, communicate and report on volunteer activity. Specifically, you will co-ordinate the design and delivery of their volunteer engagement programme, ensuring they have engaging roles and opportunities to inspire nationwide volunteer action. You will play an essential role in creating excellent volunteer experiences that empower and mobilise the public, including an outstanding volunteer journey, onboarding, induction and training, guides and resources. Additionally, you will: - Develop a high-quality programme of training and events - Act as a key point of contact for volunteers - Ensure volunteer information is up to date - Research and review similar approaches and programmes across the sector About You To be considered as a Volunteer Experience Officer, you will need: - Experience assessing and managing risk to create new volunteer roles and successfully recruiting and engaging volunteers to undertake them - Experience developing and delivering inspiring volunteer opportunities and resources - Experience engaging and supporting volunteers to deliver tangible outcomes - Experience managing and maintaining effective volunteer records - Working knowledge of data protection and its application to confidential information - Excellent project co-ordination skills - Reliable access to a vehicle with a full, valid UK driving licence (due to the various locations this role may visit, our client cannot guarantee the availability of public transport) Please note, this role will involve some travel and occasional overnight stays as well as some weekend and evening work. This role will have online and occasional in-person delivery to adults and young people and is therefore subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Check. Closing date: Wednesday 11th March 2026 Interviews: w/c 23rd March 2026 Other organisations may call this role Community Engagement Officer, Engagement Officer, Engagement and Participation Officer, Volunteer Engagement Co-ordinator, Volunteer Development Officer, Volunteer Recruitment Co-ordinator, Volunteer Officer, or Volunteer Manager. Webrecruit and our clients are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you're looking for a rewarding role as a Volunteer Experience Officer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Volunteer Experience Officer Flexible/remote working in the UK The Organisation Our client is dedicated to protecting the ocean - defending crucial habitats, regenerating vital ecosystems and inspiring volunteers. They unite communities, governments, and industry, and champion science-based solutions for cleaner, healthier seas to tackle the climate and nature emergency. They are currently looking for a Volunteer Experience Officer to join them on a full-time, permanent basis, working 35 hours per week. The Benefits - Salary of £26,358 - £31,132 per annum - 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing with service) - Extra time off at Christmas - 8% employer pension contributions (no match required) - Sick pay at full pay for 8 weeks, then 8 weeks at half pay (after probation) - Flexible working and remote-first approach - Health and wellbeing support, plus an employee assistance programme - A paid volunteering day to support a charity of your choice - Cycle-to-work scheme This is an incredible opportunity for an individual with experience in all aspects of volunteer management to join our client's passionate organisation. You'll have the chance to utilise your skillset in an impactful role, helping to make a real difference to the future of the ocean through tireless efforts within innovative and engaging opportunities. What's more, you'll have access to a brilliant benefits package, including flexible and remote working opportunities, and the chance to travel and get involved in incredible programmes throughout the country. So, if you want to join our client's mission to protect the environment and safeguard the future of the planet, read on and apply today. The Role As a Volunteer Experience Officer, your role will be to manage our client's national virtual community of volunteers and maintain effective processes for how they attract, recruit, onboard, engage, communicate and report on volunteer activity. Specifically, you will co-ordinate the design and delivery of their volunteer engagement programme, ensuring they have engaging roles and opportunities to inspire nationwide volunteer action. You will play an essential role in creating excellent volunteer experiences that empower and mobilise the public, including an outstanding volunteer journey, onboarding, induction and training, guides and resources. Additionally, you will: - Develop a high-quality programme of training and events - Act as a key point of contact for volunteers - Ensure volunteer information is up to date - Research and review similar approaches and programmes across the sector About You To be considered as a Volunteer Experience Officer, you will need: - Experience assessing and managing risk to create new volunteer roles and successfully recruiting and engaging volunteers to undertake them - Experience developing and delivering inspiring volunteer opportunities and resources - Experience engaging and supporting volunteers to deliver tangible outcomes - Experience managing and maintaining effective volunteer records - Working knowledge of data protection and its application to confidential information - Excellent project co-ordination skills - Reliable access to a vehicle with a full, valid UK driving licence (due to the various locations this role may visit, our client cannot guarantee the availability of public transport) Please note, this role will involve some travel and occasional overnight stays as well as some weekend and evening work. This role will have online and occasional in-person delivery to adults and young people and is therefore subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Check. Closing date: Wednesday 11th March 2026 Interviews: w/c 23rd March 2026 Other organisations may call this role Community Engagement Officer, Engagement Officer, Engagement and Participation Officer, Volunteer Engagement Co-ordinator, Volunteer Development Officer, Volunteer Recruitment Co-ordinator, Volunteer Officer, or Volunteer Manager. Webrecruit and our clients are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you're looking for a rewarding role as a Volunteer Experience Officer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Title: NEW Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) Location: UK Company: Cleveland Police UK POLICE CONSTABLE DEGREE APPRENTICESHIP (PCDA) Please note this application is for PCDA only, if you do not make our next available PCDA cohort, we will not be able to transfer your application to PCEP. Have you ever thought of being a Police Constable? With a starting salary of £31,164 plus a large variety of benefits, staff associations and generous pension scheme, there may never have been a better time to join. Interested? Please apply below! The Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) is a mixture of academic classroom-based theory and on-the-job learning. You will be a Police Constable from day one and will be learning while you earn, gaining a (BSc) Hons degree in Professional Policing Practice at Teesside University. Throughout your training you will need to complete operational and academic assessments. Academic assessments include exams, essays and presentations. Throughout your training, you'll undertake a number of operational deployments including: Response - this involves responding to emergency calls from the public and going out to the scene of the incident Neighbourhood policing - this involves working with a neighbourhood policing team who are dedicated to policing a certain community or area. Investigations - using all the tools available to you both office based and out in the community. Eligibility To become a Police Officer via PCDA Be 17 years of age or older (you must be 18 by the time you are appointed) Be a British Citizen, an EC/EEA national, Commonwealth citizen or foreign national with no restrictions on your stay in the United Kingdom Hold a full UK car manual driving licence, with 6 months driving experience when appointed Level 2 in both English & Maths grade c or above (or grade 4 to 9) Level 3 qualification (or working towards one) equating to at least 80 UCAS points Have lived in the UK for over 3 years Be able pass the vetting requirements Not have tattoos on your hands, neck, forearms or face that could be offensive Not be registered bankrupt (or have bankruptcy debts that have been discharged within the past three years). If you have any other outstanding and unmanageable debts, please contact us for more information Be able to pass a job-related fitness test Be able to pass a medical assessment Please note that higher educational qualifications such as a degree cannot be used in place of the Level 2 qualifications. Joining the police force is truly life changing. Not just for you - but for all the people and communities you serve. You'll gain front line experience investigating crime, patrolling the local community, helping vulnerable people, interviewing suspects, giving evidence in court, keeping the peace at events, educating young people. Recruitment Process Application Eligibility/Initial Shortlisting National Sift Online Assessment Centre Final In-Force Interview Pre-employment Checks University Sign-up Formal Offer Please note you will also be required to attend an engagement briefing session during the recruitment process. For more information on joining Cleveland Police please read the attached guidance document For frequently asked question please click here Should you not meet the requirements above we will be required to decline your application. We are only running a small number of cohorts for each route so should you be interested in a specific programme then please be aware any pre-agreed time off during your initial training will not be agreed and it won't be possible to defer. If you already have a live application with Cleveland Police and would be interested in being considered for PCDA then please email to discuss. Please do not apply if you if you were rejected at any point during the recruitment process within the last 3 months. If you have failed vetting previously you will need to wait 12 months before reapplying from the date the unsuccessful vetting was issued. Cleveland Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. All appointments will be made on merit.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Title: NEW Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) Location: UK Company: Cleveland Police UK POLICE CONSTABLE DEGREE APPRENTICESHIP (PCDA) Please note this application is for PCDA only, if you do not make our next available PCDA cohort, we will not be able to transfer your application to PCEP. Have you ever thought of being a Police Constable? With a starting salary of £31,164 plus a large variety of benefits, staff associations and generous pension scheme, there may never have been a better time to join. Interested? Please apply below! The Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) is a mixture of academic classroom-based theory and on-the-job learning. You will be a Police Constable from day one and will be learning while you earn, gaining a (BSc) Hons degree in Professional Policing Practice at Teesside University. Throughout your training you will need to complete operational and academic assessments. Academic assessments include exams, essays and presentations. Throughout your training, you'll undertake a number of operational deployments including: Response - this involves responding to emergency calls from the public and going out to the scene of the incident Neighbourhood policing - this involves working with a neighbourhood policing team who are dedicated to policing a certain community or area. Investigations - using all the tools available to you both office based and out in the community. Eligibility To become a Police Officer via PCDA Be 17 years of age or older (you must be 18 by the time you are appointed) Be a British Citizen, an EC/EEA national, Commonwealth citizen or foreign national with no restrictions on your stay in the United Kingdom Hold a full UK car manual driving licence, with 6 months driving experience when appointed Level 2 in both English & Maths grade c or above (or grade 4 to 9) Level 3 qualification (or working towards one) equating to at least 80 UCAS points Have lived in the UK for over 3 years Be able pass the vetting requirements Not have tattoos on your hands, neck, forearms or face that could be offensive Not be registered bankrupt (or have bankruptcy debts that have been discharged within the past three years). If you have any other outstanding and unmanageable debts, please contact us for more information Be able to pass a job-related fitness test Be able to pass a medical assessment Please note that higher educational qualifications such as a degree cannot be used in place of the Level 2 qualifications. Joining the police force is truly life changing. Not just for you - but for all the people and communities you serve. You'll gain front line experience investigating crime, patrolling the local community, helping vulnerable people, interviewing suspects, giving evidence in court, keeping the peace at events, educating young people. Recruitment Process Application Eligibility/Initial Shortlisting National Sift Online Assessment Centre Final In-Force Interview Pre-employment Checks University Sign-up Formal Offer Please note you will also be required to attend an engagement briefing session during the recruitment process. For more information on joining Cleveland Police please read the attached guidance document For frequently asked question please click here Should you not meet the requirements above we will be required to decline your application. We are only running a small number of cohorts for each route so should you be interested in a specific programme then please be aware any pre-agreed time off during your initial training will not be agreed and it won't be possible to defer. If you already have a live application with Cleveland Police and would be interested in being considered for PCDA then please email to discuss. Please do not apply if you if you were rejected at any point during the recruitment process within the last 3 months. If you have failed vetting previously you will need to wait 12 months before reapplying from the date the unsuccessful vetting was issued. Cleveland Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. All appointments will be made on merit.
Fostering Recruitment Officer / Family Support Worker When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Salary: £26,854 per annum + £750 Homeworking Allowance per annum Hours: 35 Hours per week Contract: Fixed Term - Maternity Cover - 12 Months Location: Travel required across the South Coast, focusing primarily on Hampshire and Dorset, including Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) and surroundings. As a not for profit organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and looks to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive wellbeing programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work-life balance for all our employees so they can give an excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for. As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest in unique projects like TACT Connect, our ground-breaking scheme for TACT care-experienced young people and adults, as well as our expanding Education and Health services. All our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos. In 2024 TACT became one of the top 5 charities to work for in the UK, placing 5th in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results , and a top 25 mid-sized company to work with across the whole of the UK. 97% of our people feel proud to work with TACT and think that TACT cares about their wellbeing, while 92% of our people would say they love working for TACT . The Role: The Fostering Recruitment Officer/Family Support Worker role focuses on working with prospective and approved foster carers, children and families. You will be available to respond to and visit prospective foster carers as well as plan and participate in recruitment events across the region, contribute to face-to-face and online activities and opportunities to support those interested in fostering. This role requires the candidate to support children and young people in person and attend recruitment activities across the South Coast, focusing primarily on Hampshire and Dorset including Southampton, Portsmouth, BCP and surroundings. Therefore, the use of a car suitable for transporting children is an essential requirement of the post, along with the ability to travel extensively, working flexibly around hours and days, including occasional weekends and occasional evenings, as key support to children and their carers and to respond to prospective carers' availability. Flexibility is required in the role to manage and support at short notice, meeting the needs of the children/service. All employees are home-based but are required to travel regularly to the above locations and attend monthly face-to-face meetings, wellbeing events, and training events. TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package, including: 31 days paid holiday plus 8 annual bank holidays. Progression to salary target rate upon completion of 18 months of service. 45p per mile for business travel. Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, volunteer days policy). Family-friendly policies. Homeworking bundle including annual allowance, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up. HelpHand Employee Assistance Programme (including CBT counselling, 24/7 remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions on serious diagnosis). An hour a week of live, expert-led activities through the Annual Employee Wellbeing Programme. Menopause Policy and free Menopause Clinician Appointments. Stakeholder Pension Scheme (salary sacrifice). Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all roles. An Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf. Closing Date: Monday, 23rd March 2025 Interview Date: Tuesday, 31st March 2026 Safeguarding is everyone s business, and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACT s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT s young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT s safeguarding policies. We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive. You are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience. TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies, nor the fees associated with them.
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Fostering Recruitment Officer / Family Support Worker When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Salary: £26,854 per annum + £750 Homeworking Allowance per annum Hours: 35 Hours per week Contract: Fixed Term - Maternity Cover - 12 Months Location: Travel required across the South Coast, focusing primarily on Hampshire and Dorset, including Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) and surroundings. As a not for profit organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and looks to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive wellbeing programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work-life balance for all our employees so they can give an excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for. As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest in unique projects like TACT Connect, our ground-breaking scheme for TACT care-experienced young people and adults, as well as our expanding Education and Health services. All our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos. In 2024 TACT became one of the top 5 charities to work for in the UK, placing 5th in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results , and a top 25 mid-sized company to work with across the whole of the UK. 97% of our people feel proud to work with TACT and think that TACT cares about their wellbeing, while 92% of our people would say they love working for TACT . The Role: The Fostering Recruitment Officer/Family Support Worker role focuses on working with prospective and approved foster carers, children and families. You will be available to respond to and visit prospective foster carers as well as plan and participate in recruitment events across the region, contribute to face-to-face and online activities and opportunities to support those interested in fostering. This role requires the candidate to support children and young people in person and attend recruitment activities across the South Coast, focusing primarily on Hampshire and Dorset including Southampton, Portsmouth, BCP and surroundings. Therefore, the use of a car suitable for transporting children is an essential requirement of the post, along with the ability to travel extensively, working flexibly around hours and days, including occasional weekends and occasional evenings, as key support to children and their carers and to respond to prospective carers' availability. Flexibility is required in the role to manage and support at short notice, meeting the needs of the children/service. All employees are home-based but are required to travel regularly to the above locations and attend monthly face-to-face meetings, wellbeing events, and training events. TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package, including: 31 days paid holiday plus 8 annual bank holidays. Progression to salary target rate upon completion of 18 months of service. 45p per mile for business travel. Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, volunteer days policy). Family-friendly policies. Homeworking bundle including annual allowance, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up. HelpHand Employee Assistance Programme (including CBT counselling, 24/7 remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions on serious diagnosis). An hour a week of live, expert-led activities through the Annual Employee Wellbeing Programme. Menopause Policy and free Menopause Clinician Appointments. Stakeholder Pension Scheme (salary sacrifice). Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all roles. An Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf. Closing Date: Monday, 23rd March 2025 Interview Date: Tuesday, 31st March 2026 Safeguarding is everyone s business, and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACT s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT s young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT s safeguarding policies. We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive. You are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience. TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies, nor the fees associated with them.
Location Hybrid - based at St John s House, 155-163 The Rock, Bury BL9 0ND Salary: £33,971 per annum (Diocesan Pay-scale Band 4.1 spot grade) Hours: Full time - 35 hours per week Contract Type: Fixed term to 31/12/2029 with the possibility of extension to 31/12/2033 subject to funding from the Church Commissioners Our client is in a significant season of change and hope. Through its Growing Younger commitment, they are working intentionally to double the number of young active disciples and ensure that a thriving children s, youth and families ministry is within reach of every young person across each of the 33 mission communities. This role sits at the heart of that vision. As part of the diocesan Equip framework, the post holder will help build the confidence, skills and imagination of both lay and ordained leaders as they accompany young people on their discipleship journey. As Equip Trainer Youth and Chaplaincy, the post holder will enable others to flourish. The post holder will support clergy and lay leaders across the diocese as they develop excellent youth ministry and school chaplaincy in their local contexts. This work will help teams start, strengthen and sustain their engagement with young people whether by shaping worship that speaks to the teenage heart, offering pastoral care that reflects Christ s compassion, or equipping chaplains and volunteers to build meaningful Christian presence in schools. The post holder will work collaboratively with the Diocesan Children s and Youth Officers and the wider Equip team, ensuring that the support offered to parishes is joined up, responsive and rooted in good practice. A significant part of the role will involve delivering training across the full Equip offer, including ALM, Equip Weekend, Equip Bespoke and Equip Clergy. Through this teaching, the post holder will support leaders to grow in confidence as they explore what youth ministry and chaplaincy can look like within their specific context. The post holder will also play a key role in shaping Equip Spotlight events by sourcing and curating high quality content from both local practitioners and national organisations, ensuring that the most relevant, inspiring and practical training reaches those who need it. In addition, the post holder will help maintain and expand the database of local and national trainers, enabling the diocese to draw on a rich network of specialists who can enhance the Equip programme. As part of the wider diocesan training rhythm, the post holder will host and facilitate Equip events across the diocese, working closely with colleagues to create welcoming, well run and energising learning environments. Alongside this in person work, the post holder will contribute to the digital elements of Equip by supporting the rollout of Equip Hubs, engaging in Equip Connect online sessions, and contributing to the Equip podcast as new formats and resources are developed. The post holder will also work with administrative and digital communications colleagues to secure appropriate venues and ensure all publicity is accurate, accessible and engaging for those involved in youth and chaplaincy ministry. To thrive in this role, the post holder will bring at least five years experience of working with young people in church or school contexts, along with confidence in delivering training or public speaking in a variety of settings. The post holder will understand the landscape of youth ministry and school chaplaincy today, including current research, best practice and the needs of leaders working on the ground. Strong written and verbal communication skills will be essential, as will confidence in using social media, MS Office and creative tools such as Canva and AI. The role requires someone who can work independently while valuing the shared vision, learning and support of the wider diocesan team. As a person, the post holder will be deeply committed to the vision and strategy of the diocese, able to work positively within diverse communities and across the breadth of Church of England traditions. The post holder will bring a commitment to inclusion, racial justice and the flourishing of all young people, and will be someone who invests in their own learning as well as the development of others. Most importantly, the post holder will be a practising Christian whose faith shapes their work, relationships and desire to see young people come to know Christ. There is an Occupational Requirement for the post-holder to be a practising Christian, in accordance with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. The post will be offered subject to an enhanced DBS check, proof of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory references. To apply, please click the APPLY button. Applications should be submitted via laptop or desktop rather than mobile device. Please refer to the job description and person specification for further information. Closing date: Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 12 noon Interview: Friday 27 March 2026 at St John s House, Bury, BL9 0ND You may have experience in the following: Youth Worker, Youth Ministry Leader, Youth Pastor, Schools Chaplain, Chaplaincy Worker, Youth and Schools Worker, Christian Youth Worker, Ministry Trainer, Youth Discipleship Worker, Student Ministry Leader, Christian Educator, Volunteer Trainer, Youth Engagement Officer. REF-
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Location Hybrid - based at St John s House, 155-163 The Rock, Bury BL9 0ND Salary: £33,971 per annum (Diocesan Pay-scale Band 4.1 spot grade) Hours: Full time - 35 hours per week Contract Type: Fixed term to 31/12/2029 with the possibility of extension to 31/12/2033 subject to funding from the Church Commissioners Our client is in a significant season of change and hope. Through its Growing Younger commitment, they are working intentionally to double the number of young active disciples and ensure that a thriving children s, youth and families ministry is within reach of every young person across each of the 33 mission communities. This role sits at the heart of that vision. As part of the diocesan Equip framework, the post holder will help build the confidence, skills and imagination of both lay and ordained leaders as they accompany young people on their discipleship journey. As Equip Trainer Youth and Chaplaincy, the post holder will enable others to flourish. The post holder will support clergy and lay leaders across the diocese as they develop excellent youth ministry and school chaplaincy in their local contexts. This work will help teams start, strengthen and sustain their engagement with young people whether by shaping worship that speaks to the teenage heart, offering pastoral care that reflects Christ s compassion, or equipping chaplains and volunteers to build meaningful Christian presence in schools. The post holder will work collaboratively with the Diocesan Children s and Youth Officers and the wider Equip team, ensuring that the support offered to parishes is joined up, responsive and rooted in good practice. A significant part of the role will involve delivering training across the full Equip offer, including ALM, Equip Weekend, Equip Bespoke and Equip Clergy. Through this teaching, the post holder will support leaders to grow in confidence as they explore what youth ministry and chaplaincy can look like within their specific context. The post holder will also play a key role in shaping Equip Spotlight events by sourcing and curating high quality content from both local practitioners and national organisations, ensuring that the most relevant, inspiring and practical training reaches those who need it. In addition, the post holder will help maintain and expand the database of local and national trainers, enabling the diocese to draw on a rich network of specialists who can enhance the Equip programme. As part of the wider diocesan training rhythm, the post holder will host and facilitate Equip events across the diocese, working closely with colleagues to create welcoming, well run and energising learning environments. Alongside this in person work, the post holder will contribute to the digital elements of Equip by supporting the rollout of Equip Hubs, engaging in Equip Connect online sessions, and contributing to the Equip podcast as new formats and resources are developed. The post holder will also work with administrative and digital communications colleagues to secure appropriate venues and ensure all publicity is accurate, accessible and engaging for those involved in youth and chaplaincy ministry. To thrive in this role, the post holder will bring at least five years experience of working with young people in church or school contexts, along with confidence in delivering training or public speaking in a variety of settings. The post holder will understand the landscape of youth ministry and school chaplaincy today, including current research, best practice and the needs of leaders working on the ground. Strong written and verbal communication skills will be essential, as will confidence in using social media, MS Office and creative tools such as Canva and AI. The role requires someone who can work independently while valuing the shared vision, learning and support of the wider diocesan team. As a person, the post holder will be deeply committed to the vision and strategy of the diocese, able to work positively within diverse communities and across the breadth of Church of England traditions. The post holder will bring a commitment to inclusion, racial justice and the flourishing of all young people, and will be someone who invests in their own learning as well as the development of others. Most importantly, the post holder will be a practising Christian whose faith shapes their work, relationships and desire to see young people come to know Christ. There is an Occupational Requirement for the post-holder to be a practising Christian, in accordance with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. The post will be offered subject to an enhanced DBS check, proof of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory references. To apply, please click the APPLY button. Applications should be submitted via laptop or desktop rather than mobile device. Please refer to the job description and person specification for further information. Closing date: Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 12 noon Interview: Friday 27 March 2026 at St John s House, Bury, BL9 0ND You may have experience in the following: Youth Worker, Youth Ministry Leader, Youth Pastor, Schools Chaplain, Chaplaincy Worker, Youth and Schools Worker, Christian Youth Worker, Ministry Trainer, Youth Discipleship Worker, Student Ministry Leader, Christian Educator, Volunteer Trainer, Youth Engagement Officer. REF-
Are you interested in a career in the aviation sector? Optime are looking for Security Officers to join a prestigious client at Birmingham Airport. This role is open to applicants who have no previous security experience and a genuine interest in aviation, customer service and security. All necessary training will be fully paid and provided by sector experts including support in obtaining relevant background checks. There is on-site mentoring and clear career pathways leading to specialist management roles within our team, so think big! Start Date 16th February 2026 2nd March 2026 What's on offer £12.64 per hour Location: Birmingham Airport Full Time Position - You must be able to do 40+ hours per week. Shift times: This is a 24-hour operation, so you will be asked to do both day and night shifts! These will be 12 hour shifts. Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off. You must be available to complete 4 weeks of training from above start date (the training is paid for the 4 weeks) Free Parking What you'll be doing To control access into restricted areas of the Airport including: Checking security ID, and physical searches: Body, bags, and vehicles to a minimum of Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) standards of all persons and articles carried, requiring access through the Security Checkpoints. To carry out x ray duties of all items entering the restricted area. Respond to emergency incidents following the agreed procedures. To carry out escort duties, including special events when required. To undertake foot patrols of operational areas and designated routes. This will include vehicle searches. To maintain a log of all incidents and provide written and verbal reports to the Security Managers and Security Supervision. To be compliant with Aviation Security's local operating procedures, working practices, and protocols. To undertake Mandatory Training as stipulated by the company, in compliance with CAA standards. To meet compliance and throughput targets as stipulated by DfT, CAA, and the Security Management Team. To participate in a culture of continual improvement by fully participating in the success of the business and own self-development. To utilize equipment only as trained in how to do so. To achieve an acceptable level of competence which is continuously measured through relevant performance evaluation means. To consistently demonstrate the positive behaviours required to support the Company's Brand Values. The ideal candidate Can you pass a colour vision test? Have you been in the UK for 3 years? Must have a 5-year checkable history Are you smart in appearance? Do you have good Verbal and written communication skills? Do you have the ability to work on your own initiative and also within a team? Do you possess basic computer skills to operate certain equipment? Do you have the ability to communicate with people at all levels including outside agencies and authorities. Please note As this is an airport role, successful candidates must pass security checks in line with CAA regulations. These checks include 5-year work and address history, DBS (must have no disqualifying criminal convictions), valid Right to Work. For an opportunity to join this fantastic business, please submit your CV to apply today!
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Are you interested in a career in the aviation sector? Optime are looking for Security Officers to join a prestigious client at Birmingham Airport. This role is open to applicants who have no previous security experience and a genuine interest in aviation, customer service and security. All necessary training will be fully paid and provided by sector experts including support in obtaining relevant background checks. There is on-site mentoring and clear career pathways leading to specialist management roles within our team, so think big! Start Date 16th February 2026 2nd March 2026 What's on offer £12.64 per hour Location: Birmingham Airport Full Time Position - You must be able to do 40+ hours per week. Shift times: This is a 24-hour operation, so you will be asked to do both day and night shifts! These will be 12 hour shifts. Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off. You must be available to complete 4 weeks of training from above start date (the training is paid for the 4 weeks) Free Parking What you'll be doing To control access into restricted areas of the Airport including: Checking security ID, and physical searches: Body, bags, and vehicles to a minimum of Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) standards of all persons and articles carried, requiring access through the Security Checkpoints. To carry out x ray duties of all items entering the restricted area. Respond to emergency incidents following the agreed procedures. To carry out escort duties, including special events when required. To undertake foot patrols of operational areas and designated routes. This will include vehicle searches. To maintain a log of all incidents and provide written and verbal reports to the Security Managers and Security Supervision. To be compliant with Aviation Security's local operating procedures, working practices, and protocols. To undertake Mandatory Training as stipulated by the company, in compliance with CAA standards. To meet compliance and throughput targets as stipulated by DfT, CAA, and the Security Management Team. To participate in a culture of continual improvement by fully participating in the success of the business and own self-development. To utilize equipment only as trained in how to do so. To achieve an acceptable level of competence which is continuously measured through relevant performance evaluation means. To consistently demonstrate the positive behaviours required to support the Company's Brand Values. The ideal candidate Can you pass a colour vision test? Have you been in the UK for 3 years? Must have a 5-year checkable history Are you smart in appearance? Do you have good Verbal and written communication skills? Do you have the ability to work on your own initiative and also within a team? Do you possess basic computer skills to operate certain equipment? Do you have the ability to communicate with people at all levels including outside agencies and authorities. Please note As this is an airport role, successful candidates must pass security checks in line with CAA regulations. These checks include 5-year work and address history, DBS (must have no disqualifying criminal convictions), valid Right to Work. For an opportunity to join this fantastic business, please submit your CV to apply today!
The Woodland Trust is looking for an Ancient & Veteran Tree Officer to join our exciting Sherwood s Living Legends project funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. A development grant has been awarded by Heritage Fund to help the Woodland Trust progress the project over 18-months to apply for a 5-year delivery stage grant. If this application is successful, the project will safeguard the future of ancient and veteran trees in Sherwood Forest and reconnect communities with this iconic landscape. This is a fixed term contract for 18-months, with the potential for an extension. This role does not come with a company vehicle, however after a 9-month period in-post, we will review vehicle business use to see if the post-holder is reaching the eligibility criteria as stated in our Company Vehicle Policy. If the post-holder complies with those criteria, with sign off from our Facilities Team, a vehicle will be sourced and provided. Please note that out Company Vehicle Policy is also under review as part of our Job Families and Contract Review project, so the eligibility criteria therein are subject to change in due course. To align with our Job Families, the successful postholder will undertake the title " Outreach Adviser - Sherwood ". The Role: Lead the review and consolidation of existing datasets to inform a coherent, landscape-scale strategy for recording and mapping ancient and veteran trees (AVTs) across the Sherwood NCA. Develop and test robust survey methodologies for AVTs, next-generation trees and successional deadwood habitats at scale. Build strong collaborative relationships with project partners, landowners and stakeholders to support the development of the NLHF (National Lottery Heritage Fund) project. Plan and deliver meaningful landowner consultations, ensuring clear communication and high-quality engagement. Shape the project s technical direction by identifying gaps in current knowledge, proposing innovative survey approaches, and helping define the evidence base for future landscape-scale interventions. Coordinate information flow across partners, ensuring insights, datasets and field findings are shared, aligned and feeding directly into project design. Generate interest and participation in AVT training and wider project initiatives, identifying opportunities for large-scale partnership working. Represent the project at meetings, forums and events, sharing best practice and linking activity with wider Woodland Trust and partner programmes. The Candidate: Strong biological recording skills with proven experience surveying ancient and veteran trees and/or associated species. Proficient in GIS mapping and spatial analysis, with the ability to manage, interpret and consolidate complex datasets. Knowledge of AVT ecology, identification, and the threats facing these irreplaceable habitats. Experience advising landowners within woodland conservation, arboriculture or forestry, including familiarity with land management grants and agri-environment schemes. Skilled communicator, confident in written, verbal and public-facing settings, able to represent the organisation professionally. Excellent partnership-building abilities, with a track record of developing productive networks and collaborative relationships. Highly organised, able to plan, prioritise and adapt to changing circumstances while maintaining attention to detail. Full driving licence and ability to travel widely, including to remote sites. Benefits and Wellbeing: Joining our team means you ll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer: Enhanced Employer Pension Life Assurance Flexible & Hybrid Working Options Generous Annual Leave - 25 Days Plus Bank Holidays (pro rata d for part-time) Buy and Sell Holiday Scheme Enhanced Parental Pay Employee Assistance Programme About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK s leading woodland conservation charity. We want to see a world where trees and woods thrive for people and nature. The Trust engages and inspires people to make their difference tackling the nature and climate crisis helping protect, restore and create our vital woods and trees. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees. People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply. Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application. Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates personal details hidden from the hiring managers, and CVs are redacted until after shortlisting is complete. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows how your skills and knowledge link to the specifications in the job description and you share with us your passion for the role. Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. Acceptable Use - Artificial Intelligence (AI): We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools. Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete. Interviews to be held on April 22nd 2026.
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
The Woodland Trust is looking for an Ancient & Veteran Tree Officer to join our exciting Sherwood s Living Legends project funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. A development grant has been awarded by Heritage Fund to help the Woodland Trust progress the project over 18-months to apply for a 5-year delivery stage grant. If this application is successful, the project will safeguard the future of ancient and veteran trees in Sherwood Forest and reconnect communities with this iconic landscape. This is a fixed term contract for 18-months, with the potential for an extension. This role does not come with a company vehicle, however after a 9-month period in-post, we will review vehicle business use to see if the post-holder is reaching the eligibility criteria as stated in our Company Vehicle Policy. If the post-holder complies with those criteria, with sign off from our Facilities Team, a vehicle will be sourced and provided. Please note that out Company Vehicle Policy is also under review as part of our Job Families and Contract Review project, so the eligibility criteria therein are subject to change in due course. To align with our Job Families, the successful postholder will undertake the title " Outreach Adviser - Sherwood ". The Role: Lead the review and consolidation of existing datasets to inform a coherent, landscape-scale strategy for recording and mapping ancient and veteran trees (AVTs) across the Sherwood NCA. Develop and test robust survey methodologies for AVTs, next-generation trees and successional deadwood habitats at scale. Build strong collaborative relationships with project partners, landowners and stakeholders to support the development of the NLHF (National Lottery Heritage Fund) project. Plan and deliver meaningful landowner consultations, ensuring clear communication and high-quality engagement. Shape the project s technical direction by identifying gaps in current knowledge, proposing innovative survey approaches, and helping define the evidence base for future landscape-scale interventions. Coordinate information flow across partners, ensuring insights, datasets and field findings are shared, aligned and feeding directly into project design. Generate interest and participation in AVT training and wider project initiatives, identifying opportunities for large-scale partnership working. Represent the project at meetings, forums and events, sharing best practice and linking activity with wider Woodland Trust and partner programmes. The Candidate: Strong biological recording skills with proven experience surveying ancient and veteran trees and/or associated species. Proficient in GIS mapping and spatial analysis, with the ability to manage, interpret and consolidate complex datasets. Knowledge of AVT ecology, identification, and the threats facing these irreplaceable habitats. Experience advising landowners within woodland conservation, arboriculture or forestry, including familiarity with land management grants and agri-environment schemes. Skilled communicator, confident in written, verbal and public-facing settings, able to represent the organisation professionally. Excellent partnership-building abilities, with a track record of developing productive networks and collaborative relationships. Highly organised, able to plan, prioritise and adapt to changing circumstances while maintaining attention to detail. Full driving licence and ability to travel widely, including to remote sites. Benefits and Wellbeing: Joining our team means you ll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer: Enhanced Employer Pension Life Assurance Flexible & Hybrid Working Options Generous Annual Leave - 25 Days Plus Bank Holidays (pro rata d for part-time) Buy and Sell Holiday Scheme Enhanced Parental Pay Employee Assistance Programme About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK s leading woodland conservation charity. We want to see a world where trees and woods thrive for people and nature. The Trust engages and inspires people to make their difference tackling the nature and climate crisis helping protect, restore and create our vital woods and trees. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees. People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply. Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application. Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates personal details hidden from the hiring managers, and CVs are redacted until after shortlisting is complete. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows how your skills and knowledge link to the specifications in the job description and you share with us your passion for the role. Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. Acceptable Use - Artificial Intelligence (AI): We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools. Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete. Interviews to be held on April 22nd 2026.
