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Published date:
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Job ID:
105084
Published date:
09-12-2025
Summary
Poppins Nursery Manager at the Carroll Centre, Winchester
Job Description
Responsible to: General Manager, The Carroll Centre, SO22 4EJ
Salary: £18.76 per hour, Term time only £30,747; FTE £36,582.
We are seeking someone enthusiastic and friendly, who is passionate about working with young children, to oversee the daily operations of our nursery. We are a small team in a busy community centre setting who work very closely with our families. The nursery benefits from both the green fields and park area that surrounds our Centre and the other facilities and organisations working in the same setting. We are seeking someone who is community minded and approachable with leadership experience to continue the positive journey that the nursery is on.
Work description:
This is a term-time position with working hours from 8.30am - 4.30pm. The nursery is currently open to children between 9.15am and 3.15pm.
Skills: A relevant childcare qualification and at least 2 years’ experience of leadership within an Early Years Setting or childcare setting are essential.
You will hold a Safeguarding and Paediatric First Aid certificate or be willing to undertake relevant training to gain these qualifications.
Position description:
This role will be the lead for the nursery and will consist of a mixture of operational and managerial tasks. The successful applicant will work closely alongside the Deputy Manager to manage staff and communication with parents and carers. They will plan and deliver an engaging curriculum consisting of daily child and adult led learning activities. They will ensure the nursery environment is safe and that best practice and standards are maintained.
Leadership and Management:
- Provide day to day leadership and management of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ensure safeguarding policies are effectively implemented and that all staff understand and follow procedures.
- Ensure effective management, development, and administration of the setting.
- Act as role model, coach, mentor to staff.
- Ensure the implementation of all Poppins Nursery policies and practices.
- Work effectively with external agencies such as medical professionals and school staff to support children’s transitions and social workers.
- Maintain and share information on training and updates with staff and ensure the nursery is compliant with legal, county and OFSTED standards.
- Act as the nominated person for OFSTED and be the named Designated Safeguarding Lead for the setting.
- Maintain up to date knowledge of relevant legislation.
- Provide a brief written update for the Board of Trustees, attending quarterly meetings when required.
- Promote the nursery and the Carroll Centre to maximise admissions by marketing, half termly newsletters, hosting visitors and managing social media.
Childcare and Nursery Administration:
- Provide high quality education and learning within the EYFS framework and ensure observations and assessments by Poppins staff are conducted in line with the EYFS framework and shared regularly with parents and families.
- Safeguard all children and promote child protection.
- Ensure the nursery environment is safe, clean and promotes the wellbeing and development of children.
- Champion children’s learning and development through a variety of child led and adult led activities.
- Provide care and meet the needs of all children.
- Build relationships with families including handovers with parents/carers.
- Carry out the key person role – planning for learning, recording observations, being a key contact for families.
- Promote healthy eating by providing daily healthy snacks and promoting good eating habits (e.g. eating at the table together).
Person Specification
EXPERIENCE
Experience of work in early years.
Experience of management and leading safeguarding.
Experience of working effectively with other agencies, parent/carers, and volunteers.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Excellent communication skills, (written and oral.)
Ability to write letters and keep clear and accurate records.
Ability to prioritise own work, to work autonomously and effectively.
Excellent organisational skills and ability to work to deadlines.
Ability to build relationships quickly.
Excellent working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and current Ofsted statutory guidance.
Understanding of the needs and rights of children under 5 years of age.
Good IT skills and experience of using setting management software.
Understanding and awareness of safeguarding procedures.
Ability to work in partnership with families from a diverse community.
Able to promote participation and ensure parental involvement.
Ability to promote good working practices i.e. confidentiality.
QUALIFICATIONS
Early Years minimum Level 3 - essential
Early Years degree or equivalent - desirable
MS programmes - Paediatric First Aid - desirable
Safeguarding Level 4 (DSL) - desirable
Level 5/6 graduate with EYTS - desirable
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Articulate, numerate and literate quick to grasp essentials with attention to detail.
Ability to work professionally with staff, parents, and volunteers.
Ability to understand the needs of diverse communities and the barriers that prevent inclusion.
Empathy with and understanding of staff needs with a calm and caring nature
Ability and commitment to work flexibly and collaboratively with others.
Maturity, adaptability, confidence, resilient.
Able to relate to individuals at all levels.
Reliable, enthusiastic, and flexible.
Able to perform under stress.
Job ID:
104786
Published date:
09-12-2025
Summary
Lead Global Education Marketing – Hybrid Role
Marketing and Communications Manager (Maternity Cover)
Recruiting on behalf of our client
Salary: £55,000 per annum
Location: Hybrid (Central London Head Office & Home Working)
Contract: Full-time (Significant part-time considered)
Start Date: Monday 5th March 2026
Closing Date: 23rd December 2026
First Stage Interviews: 12th & 13th January 2026 (Online)
Second Stage Interviews: 20th & 21st January 2026 (In person)
Shape the Future of International Education
This is an opportunity to lead marketing and communications for a respected global organisation that supports British international schools worldwide. Connecting hundreds of schools across more than 80 countries, this organisation influences the educational experience of hundreds of thousands of students. If you’re passionate about strategic campaigns, digital engagement, and telling stories that matter, this role offers impact on a truly international scale.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Global Reach: Work with schools and partners across continents.
- Positive Culture: A team where every employee feels valued and respected.
- Flexibility: Hybrid working and adaptable hours.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities to lead, innovate, and develop.
- Commitment to Wellbeing & Inclusion: Diversity, equity, and sustainability at the heart of everything.
What You’ll Do
- Lead Marketing Strategy: Deliver a multi-channel marketing and communications plan.
- Drive Engagement: Create campaigns to attract and retain members.
- Digital Marketing: Oversee social media, SEO, PPC, and content planning.
- Brand Management: Maintain and evolve the organisation’s brand.
- Event Promotion: Manage marketing for the flagship annual conference and webinars.
- Stakeholder Relations: Build strong partnerships with schools and affiliates.
- Team Leadership: Line manage two marketing executives.
- Data & Reporting: Monitor performance and ensure GDPR compliance.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in marketing and communications, including digital strategy.
- Strong project management and organisational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication for diverse audiences.
- Ability to lead campaigns and manage budgets effectively.
Benefits
- Salary: £55,000 per annum
- 25 days holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme (5% employer contribution)
- Access to medical insurance and Employee Assistance Programme
- Commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility
Interested?
Apply now and help this organisation continue its mission to support schools and students worldwide.
Charity People is a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Job ID:
102964
Published date:
08-12-2025
Summary
Lead the Future of Creative Education - Become Chair of the Waldorf Learning Foundation
Time Commitment: Approx. 10-15 days per year
Location: Online, with occasional in-person meetings
Remuneration: Voluntary (expenses reimbursed)
We are searching for an inspiring leader with a passion for education that nurtures the whole child - head, hand, and heart. Someone who believes in the transformative power of creativity-based, holistic learning for every child. If this sounds like you, the Waldorf Learning Foundation invites you to bring your vision and expertise to guide them through an exciting new chapter as its Chair of Trustees.
For over four years, the Board has reimagined education with a commitment to anti-racism, equity, and inclusion. Waldorf Learning Foundation champions diversity in discourse and fosters a rich ecology of a diverse sector with a range of contributors. Its work is grounded in creativity-based, holistic learning that prepares children to thrive in a complex and interconnected world.
Today, they deliver teacher training, support research, and partner with schools to embed creative, inclusive, and regenerative learning at the heart of education. With strong foundations and growing partnerships, they are ready to expand their impact. This starts with a Chair who can help them get there.
As Chair, you will:
- Provide strategic and inclusive leadership to a talented and diverse Board.
- Champion the organisational mission externally, building relationships and influencing for change.
- Support the Chief Executive and team to deliver ambitious goals.
- Ensure robust governance and help shape the future of creative education in the UK and beyond.
This is an opportunity to make a lasting difference for children, teachers, and communities. Waldorf Learning Foundation are looking for someone with senior leadership experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Knowledge of the education or charity sector is desirable, but above all, a leader who shares its vision for education that inspires curiosity, creativity, and purpose.
Recruitment Timeline:
To ensure equitable access to information and uphold Waldorf Learning Foundation’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, they will be hosting a Q&A webinar in place of individual informal calls with the outgoing Chair/CEO. We encourage all interested candidates to submit questions in advance, which will be addressed during the session. Please register your interest in attending this webinar on Tuesday 13th January 2026 and we will send you a link.
Application Deadline: 5pm Friday 23rd January 2026
First Interviews: w/c 9th February 2026
Final Interviews: w/c 16th February 2026
How to Apply:
Charity People Ltd is acting as a recruitment agency advisor to Waldorf Learning Foundation on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV to seniorappointments@charitypeople.co.uk and request a candidate pack in the first instance.
For an informal conversation about the role or if you have further questions prior to applying, please contact Fabrice Yala on 07563 030595 or seniorappointments@charitypeople.co.uk
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so we can help make the application process work for you.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Job ID:
103560
Published date:
08-12-2025
Summary
Chief Executive Officer – Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce
Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Salary: £85,000 - £100,00
Contract: Full-time
Are you ready to lead one of Hertfordshire’s most influential business organisations?
The Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce (HCoC), with over 100 years of history and British Chambers of Commerce accreditation, is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to shape the future of business in the county.
As CEO, you’ll be the driving force behind the mission to connect, support, and champion Hertfordshire businesses, balancing commercial sustainability with stakeholder influence and member value. Reporting to the Board, you’ll translate strategy into measurable outcomes in areas such as membership growth, revenue, and impact.
What You’ll Do
- Lead with Vision: Drive innovation and agility in a changing economic landscape.
- Deliver Results: Oversee a £1m revenue organisation with diverse income streams.
- Be the Face of Business: Represent HCoC at high-profile events, forums, and within the British Chambers network.
- Engage Members: Create value through events, advocacy, and new initiatives like the Young Professionals Network.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven senior leadership experience with P&L responsibility.
- Strong commercial acumen and understanding of SME dynamics.
- Exceptional networking and influencing skills
- Resilience, adaptability, and a competitive mindset.
Desirable: Experience in membership organisations, local business knowledge, and public speaking confidence.
Why Join Us?
- Shape economic development and skills agendas.
- Expand member engagement through innovative partnerships.
- Lead a passionate, high-energy team in a respected organisation.
Recruitment Timeline
Application deadline: 5pm Monday 15th December
Interview: Thursday 18th December
How to Apply
Charity People Ltd is acting as recruitment advisor to LEF on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and a supporting statement (no more than two sides) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria to seniorappointments@charitypeople.co.uk
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Fabrice Yala on 07563 030595 or via email seniorappointments@charitypeople.co.uk
We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you require any assistance or adjustment to make the application process work for you, please let us know.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Job ID:
104619
Published date:
06-12-2025
Summary
HR Manager
Job Description
Location: Home-based with travel to project sites and Respect’s offices as necessary: Floor 2, Voluntary Action Islington, 200A Pentonville Road, London, N1 9JP.
Responsible to: Director of Operations
Responsible for: self
- Salary: £45,530 (Point 42) - a London Allowance will be applied to employees who live in London, plus 6% employers pension subject to an additional 2% contribution by the employee
- Length of contract: fixed term until 31st March 2026
Hours: 35 hours / week
About Respect:
Respect is a pioneering UK membership organisation in the domestic abuse sector. Founded in 2000, we have built our expertise over the last 21 years in what was then a fledgling sector, and recently have seen significant and rapid growth.
Our vision
We want a world where everyone is free from domestic abuse. Where it is never ok to control, harm or cause fear. Where those who perpetrate domestic abuse are stopped, held to account and given the chance to change.
Our mission
We work with our members, partners and allies to stop the harms done by those who perpetrate domestic abuse. With innovative practice, robust research and quality data, we build evidence of what works, promote safe, effective practice and drive high standards. We use our voice, in collaboration with others, to call for a response to domestic abuse that matches the scale of the problem. We will not stop, until domestic abuse stops.
Our Focus
Respect was founded to focus on perpetrators of domestic abuse and this, including our vital work with young people who cause harm, will remain our key priority. Our work with male victims will continue as an important, distinct, project.
Our Values
Pioneering
We explore innovative ideas and develop new approaches with curiosity and rigour.
Collaborative
We work in partnership with our members, partners and allies to bring about individual, societal and systems change.
Accountable
We listen to survivors and centre their needs in our work. We hold perpetrators to account for their behaviour and hold ourselves and our members accountable for ours.
Respectful
We live up to our name. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do. We are honest, compassionate and boldly challenge injustice.
Purpose of the role
The HR Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the organisation’s people practices are aligned with its mission, values and culture. The successful candidate will lead on upcoming redundancy processes, support the Drive Partnership with developing roles to be ready for recruitment, and work closely with new and existing line‐managers to build their capability so that they support new staff effectively and embed our culture from day one.
Key Responsibilities
Redundancy
- Lead and manage redundancy and restructure processes in line with employment law, best practice and the charity’s values.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to senior leaders and line managers on change management, consultation, selection criteria, redeployment and redundancy.
- Develop and update redundancy policies and process documentation.
- Ensure fair, transparent and consistent treatment of staff during organisational change.
- Monitor and report on outcomes of change programmes and support post‐change interventions.
Recruitment & onboarding
- Working with the Drive partnership, standardising job descriptions to ensure parity with roles across Respect.
- Providing support to the Drive partnership to develop job descriptions and associated documentation to support timely recruitment
- Partner with Drive hiring managers to identify staffing needs, advise on recruitment strategy and support hiring decisions.
Line manager development & people practice support
- Work with line managers to build their capability in people management practices: covering Respect’s key policies such, sickness management, flexible working requests, supporting performance, probations, supervisions, appraisals performance management
- Develop and deliver training, workshops and toolkits for line managers on promoting the culture of Respect — inclusive leadership, staff engagement, feedback and development conversations.
- Provide HR support to line managers, providing guidance and support on day‐to‐day HR issues and ensuring they are up to date with new and emerging policy.
- Keep abreast of HR trends, employment law changes and best practice and recommend enhancements to policies and processes.
- Promote our values and culture consistently through all people practices.
Culture, engagement & continuous improvement
- Support initiatives to embed the organisation’s culture (e.g., values workshops, team‐building, culture champions).
- Support Respect to embed anti-discriminatory and anti-racist practice and process across the organisation
Self-development
- Acting in a professional manner whilst at work including when representing Respect
- Maximising own personal development by positively contributing to induction, supervision, training, appraisal, and team meetings (as appropriate)
- Undertaking training as directed by management and identifying own training needs in consultation with line management and taking steps to ensure these are met
- Conducting all work in a way that reflects the aims and principles of Respect, promotes anti-oppressive and anti-racist practice, and complies with all Respect policies, procedures and guidelines
- Carrying out any other duties as commensurate with this role
Please see below for Person Specification.
Person Specification
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Respect, 200A Pentonville Road, London, N1 9JP
Email: info@respect.uk.net / Website: www.respect.uk.net
Respect is a registered charity in England and Wales (1141636) and Scotland (SC051284), and a company, number 7582438.
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Job ID:
103890
Published date:
04-12-2025
Summary
Could you use your fundraising and leadership skills to support the movement to end homelessness in Greater Manchester?
This is a unique opportunity to lead an organisation that has grown rapidly in terms of brand, visibility and most importantly, impact. Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity exists to ensure homelessness has no place in our city region. Since launching in 2019, they’ve raised millions to fund emergency responses like A Bed Every Night and are now scaling impact by growing emphasis on prevention and systemic change. Backed by the Mayor of Greater Manchester as Patron, they bring together business, civic and community partners together to deliver practical solutions and champion innovation.
Salary: £50k
Location: Hybrid (based in and around Greater Manchester)
Contract: Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Benefits: 33 days holiday (including bank) + Christmas closure, statutory employer pension contribution
About the role
There’s something extra special about Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity – uniquely positioned as a connector of people and places, with the ability to be agile and move at pace due to their small, but mighty make-up.
You’ll report to an engaged and proactive Chair and Board of Trustees and lead a small, committed team, to ensure strong governance, financial sustainability and measurable impact.
First and foremost, this job is about fundraising, so you’ll need to get excited by the prospect of rolling your sleeves up, engaging with high-value supporters and ‘doing the doing’.As CEO, we’ll be looking for you to:
- Shape strategic direction and drive innovation across emergency response and prevention.
- Deliver high-impact income generation as fundraising lead (focused on corporates and philanthropists), building and delivering a sustainable pipeline.
- Champion our inclusive approach to grant-making and growing our portfolio of trants.
- Act as a respected voice in the homelessness sector, convening stakeholders and influencing policy.
- Embed a values-led culture that is Pioneering, Accountable, Collaborative and Effective.
About You
We’re looking for a strategic, values-driven leader who can inspire supporters and deliver results. This might be your first CEO role, but we’ll be looking for you to demonstrate:
- Proven leadership experience and the ability to build strong external relationships.
- Track-record in fundraising, income generation or partnership development.
- Financial acumen and experience managing budgets and a team.
- Exceptional communication skills and confidence in public speaking.
- Understanding of (or demonstrable commitment to) homelessness, housing and social justice.
Why is this a brilliant opportunity for me?
This is your chance to make a tangible difference in Greater Manchester, leading a high-profile charity that is ambitious and committed to ending homelessness. If you are looking for a supportive and collaborative Board and the opportunity to grow and develop your skills and experience alongside a charity that intends to continue evolving, then this one could absolutely be for you.
Just to be crystal clear, we welcome applications from first-time Chief Execs for this role.
How to Apply
All you need to do is send a copy of your CV or a draft profile over to Amelia Lee as the first step.
We’re anticipating a high volume of applications for this role, so from there we’ll be in touch with full application details if you meet the minimum skills and experience required.
Deadline: 9am on Monday 22nd December. However, please do get in touch ASAP if interested – we’ll never close early, but it would be great to ensure you have enough time to apply around the busy Christmas period.
Interviews will be held mid-January, after the festive season – dates TBC soon.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
North West Cancer Research, North West Cancer Research Centre, 200 London Road, Liverpool, L3 9TA, UK
Permanent
Full-time
Job ID:
102562
Published date:
02-12-2025
Summary
North West Cancer Research - Job Description
Job Title: Charity Manager – KidsCan
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer - NWCR
Direct reports: KidsCan Administrator, Ambassador Programme Lead, volunteers and others.
Key relationships: The KidsCan and NWCR Board of Trustees, NWCR Marketing and Fundraising Committee, supporters, donors, the NWCR Head of Fundraising and the Director of Brand and Income.
Location: To be based at the KidsCan Office in Salford with time working at the NWCR Office in Liverpool along with hybrid working from home.
Role Summary
North West Cancer Research is a long-established regional charity which can trace its history back to 1948 and with a proud tradition of funding cutting edge research into cancer. The Charity has recently taken control of a small Salford-based charity – KidsCan - which historically has funded research into childhood cancers but which has recently fallen on hard times – reducing its ability to fund research. As a result KidsCan will become part of North West Cancer Research becoming responsible for any research into childhood cancers and providing both an additional and an alternative route for fundraising.
The Charity Manager will provide leadership and direction to KidsCan, seeking to ambitiously grow its income and providing the NWCR Chief Executive and Trustees with detailed plans and ideas for growing income. This will include the development of ideas for projects and activities which can be funded by donors. The post holder will be keen to develop their role as a leader, developing new ideas and ensuring that they are in touch with the latest trends and techniques in the sector. They will be the face and the leader for KidsCan and, in tandem with the NWCR Marketing Team will grow its brand and awareness in the region.
This isn’t an ordinary fundraising role but rather includes significant items of change management, culture setting and relationship building. The Charity Manager will have a personal target and will be largely responsible for fundraising within the division. In addition they will oversee the administration of KidsCan, developing links to researchers and creating ideas for activities which further the objective of improving childhood cancer outcomes. They will do this under the umbrella of North West Cancer Research and working closely with the Charity team when conflicts and challenges become apparent.
Responsibilities/Duties
- Strategy and planning
- Develop a fundraising strategy for the organisation, enabling the growth of its income in order to support its charitable purpose;
- Contribute to raising the awareness of KidsCan as a brand and working closely with the NWCR Director of Brand and Income to produce materials;
- Lead the annual fundraising planning process for KidsCan to produce effective strategies to achieve income targets across the range of revenue streams;
- Identify new potential income streams and produce approaches to access these funds.
- Change management
- Work closely with the North West Cancer Research CEO and Senior Management Team in order to integrate KidsCan into the parent charity.
- Through personal example demonstrate a culture and values which support the re-development and re-growth of KidsCan into a vibrant and thriving charity.
- Staff management and development
- Oversee the management of other staff working in and for the KidsCan division;
- Coordinate closely with the Head of Fundraising for North West Cancer Research to access staff resources to ensure the income of both charities is maximised.
- Financial planning and budget management
- Work with the North West Cancer Research Senior Management Team to produce cost-effective budgets to achieve action plans;
- Develop and maintain income and expenditure tracking and evaluation systems working closely with both the Chief Executive and the Head of Finance and Administration to ensure that performance indicators are in line with agreed budgets and plans;
- Fundraising
- Work across the current KidsCan income streams to ensure that these are well managed and grown where possible;
- Lead on development of new funding streams;
- Develop a balanced portfolio of fundraising which draws from a wide variety of sources and seeks to form effective donor relationships;
- Oversee the management of grant and trust income programme, supporting individual staff members to achieve agreed ratios and creating a programme of regular funders through relationship building;
- Lead the new individual giving development plan which includes recruitment and development of new donors;
- Develop and maintain effective supporter journeys for the development of relationships and retention;
- Ensure that the charity is compliant with the highest levels of fundraising standards, data protection and gift aid management;
- Ensure that income opportunities are developed and exploited in an appropriate manner.
- Research
- Working in tandem with the research team at North West Cancer Research, to oversee research funded by KidsCan and the allocation of funding in a manner complaint with a member of the Association of Medical Research Charities;
- To develop links to researchers at the University of Salford and elsewhere to ensure that research into childhood cancers remains at the forefront;
- To understand the impact of research and other charitable activities to ensure that these are effective and offer good value for money.
- General
- Support the development of effective health and safety and risk management procedures within the organisation;
- To develop the volunteer base of KidsCan to ensure that it has the people resources it needs and to ensure that these opportunities are safe, well-managed and attractive;
- To undertake other reasonable duties as requested.
Person Specification
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Good Maths and English education sufficient to set, monitor and understand budgets, understand complex information and provide effective reports
Fundraising certificate or diploma
Evidence of tailored CPD programme
Effective knowledge of the fundraising environment and of a range techniques and disciplines which will support the cost effective generation of income
Demonstrable knowledge around the legal and regulatory requirements for good fundraising practice
Knowledge of the medical, academic or research fields which would assist in communicating complex research programmes to lay persons.
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At least three years target based fundraising experience in a senior role
Proven track record of setting and meeting challenging income targets
Fundraising staff management experience for at least 3-years
Experience of developing and implementing annual and multi-year fundraising plans
Experience of performance recording systems and target setting
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Personal credibility and excellent presentation skills with the ability to inspire people from a range of backgrounds to give their support and so achieve desired outcomes.
Organisational skills to plan and manage your own work and the work of others to deliver stretching objectives; identifying conflicting demands and establishing clear priorities in order to meet agreed objectives and income targets
Good interpersonal skills and an ability to work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
Proven ability to build, manage and develop effective key stakeholder, client and donor relationships.
Computer literate with experience of using Raisers’ Edge
Experience of using Windows based software packages e.g. Microsoft Office etc..
Experience in taking a leading role in change management, recruiting and inducting new staff and forming a performance driven team culture.
Highly self-motivated and able to work autonomously, take initiative and make decisions.
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An understanding of cancer and its impacts
A highly flexible approach to working and a willingness to attend fundraising events and meetings. This will involve, on occasion, working anti-social hours, including evenings and weekends.
An attention to detail
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and interact with donors, supporters and Trustees
High productivity, drive and a visible ‘can do’ attitude which will be seen by and motivate others
Willingness and ability to travel independently through the region
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Job ID:
104718
Published date:
30-11-2025
Summary
JOB SPECIFICATION
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Job ID:
104652
Published date:
28-11-2025
Summary
Finance Manager – London – start January 2026
Hybrid one day a week in the office
Are you an experienced Finance Manager keen to join a growing organisation that makes a big impact on the health and wellbeing of people? Charity People is delighted to be partnering with a wonderful organisation based in London to help recruit a Finance Manager.
Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be managing one Finance Assistant. Working closely with the Head of Finance overseeing all processes and controls that feed into management accounts preparation.
Candidates applying for this role must have experience working in the charity sector and should be available to start on 5th January, 2026.
Salary:
£44,356 - £48,397 per annum if London based
£40,072 - £44,114 per annum outside London
Contract: 35 hours per week, Permanent
Hybrid: Once a week in London
Key duties and responsibilities will include:
- Lead the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate processing and strong internal controls across both the charity and Trading Subsidiary.
- Line manage and support the Finance Assistant.
- Ensure all finance processes comply with Charity SORP, audit requirements, HMRC regulations (including VAT).
- Run the full monthly finance cycle to agreed deadlines.
- Produce accurate monthly management accounts, including commentary and variance analysis, for review by the Head of Finance.
- Lead improvements to workflows, month-end processes, and financial reporting.
- Oversee system interfaces and quarterly reconciliations between financial and CRM systems.
- VAT, Gift Aid & Compliance
- Review contracts and agreements for VAT implications and ensure correct treatment across the charity and Trading Subsidiary.
- Prepare accurate quarterly VAT returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC rules including partial exemption.
- Oversee monthly Gift Aid claims and ensure controls and reconciliations are robust.
- Lead preparation for the year-end audit, including working papers, reconciliations and coordination with external auditors.
- Support the Head of Finance in the production of statutory accounts for both the charity and Trading Subsidiary.
- Ensure data accuracy, completeness and audit-readiness throughout the year.
- Work closely with budget holders to improve financial understanding and forecasting accuracy.
- Act as a business partner to colleagues, enabling better decision-making across departments
Candidates applying for this role must have the following:
- Qualified by Experience (QBE), a recognised CCAB qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or working towards a recognised Finance qualification
- Experience working in the charity or NFP sector
- Understanding of Charity SORP and Statutory accounts
- Understanding VAT (charity and trading) and Gift Aid
- Producing management accounts, commentary and variance
- Improving processes
- Ability to build strong relationships with budget holders
- Strong verbal and written communication skills at all levels
- Strong interpersonal skills and being proactive
- Experience working on Business Central would be an added advantage
This role will be closing on 4th December, 2025
Interviews happening on 8th December, 2025
Candidates should be available to start on 5th January, 2026
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
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