Charity People Engagement Hub

Fundraising Admin Assistant

Temporary

Full-time

Job ID:

99144

Published date:

05-08-2025

Campaign Manager

68 South Lambeth Road, London, SW8 1RL

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

98248

Published date:

29-07-2025

Summary

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Job description

Job title: Campaign Manager, National Year of Reading

Salary: £36,000 to £40,000 per year

Contract: Fixed term until the end of January 2027

Hours: 35 hours per week

Directorate: National Year of Reading

Reports to: Director, National Year of Reading

Direct/indirect reports: None

Our mission

The National Literacy Trust empowers children, young people and adults from disadvantaged communities with the literacy skills they need to succeed. We work directly with young people and their families, with the 5,000 schools in these communities, with nurseries, prisons, YOIs and through our teams leading community literacy programmes in 20 places in the UK facing the biggest literacy and poverty challenges. Our research makes us the leading authority on literacy and drives all our work. We are committed to becoming a more diverse and inclusive charity, better at listening to and working in partnership with the communities we exist to serve. Literacy is a vital element of action against poverty and our work changes people’s life stories. 2026 will be a National Year of Reading (NYR), an exciting UK-wide campaign aiming to engage new audiences in reading and to change the national reading culture for

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good. It will position reading as a powerful contemporary activity, the key to unlocking potential in a digital-rich AI world and as a rich cultural activity which links people, boosts skills and empathy and bene ts wellbeing. Commissioned by the Department for Education, the National Year of Reading will deliver a consumer-facing social marketing campaign to promote reading. It will also mobilise national partners and local stakeholders in a major national celebration of the power of reading, The National Literacy Trust will lead, develop and coordinate the National Year of Reading, ensuring a powerful and engaging national campaign which rede nes reading for a new generation.

Purpose of role

Working as part of a new in-house team for the National Year of Reading, you will be responsible for planning and delivering powerful and high-pro le national media and PR campaigns in support of our aim to change behaviours and attitudes to reading among target communities. This will include building relationships with a range of stakeholders, including national Government, charity and education sector partners, publishing and book trade bodies, corporate supporters and high- pro le celebrity ambassadors.

Key contacts

You will work closely with colleagues both in the National Year of Reading team and in our central media and communications team, as well as with our programme delivery and partnerships teams. External contacts will include campaign stakeholders, partners and funders, and celebrity ambassadors and their agents, as well as campaign audiences such as schools, libraries, community and cultural organisations, and national and local media.

Outline of responsibilities

 Manage planning and delivery of campaign and communications activity in line with National Year of Reading strategy

 Develop a digital plan to reach target audiences through social media, campaign websites and other online channels

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 Develop and deliver a strategy for engagement of high-pro le celebrity ambassadors

 Work alongside the National Year of Reading team to manage and brief creative and communications agencies

 Alongside the media and communications team, develop and manage relationships with media contacts, including acting as the rst port of call for incoming media enquiries, out-of-hours media response and cultivating longer- term relationships with journalists, both in the education sector and beyond

 Alongside the media and communications team manage interview requests including elding and brie ng appropriate spokespeople

 Plan, create and write multi-media communications materials, including news stories, social media content, and reports for multi-channels use

 Develop key messages and evidence-based rationale, and test with target audiences

 Ensure consistent, ongoing evaluation of campaign reach and impact, and updates for stakeholder groups.

This outline is indicative and is not intended to provide a complete list of duties. The postholder will also be required to support activities that contribute to the growth and sustainability of the charity, and to the sharing and development of our organisational knowledge.

Person speci cation

Essential Desirable

Signi cant experience of planning and delivering high-pro le and large-scale media and PR activity Experience of national campaigning Developing engaging campaign messaging and using a range of channels to reach target audiences Knowledge of effective evaluation of marketing and communications campaigns

Experience of working in the charity, education, wellbeing and/or cultural sectors Able to use initiative and solve problems independently Strong IT skills including Microsoft Of ce, working with images and uploading content online Excellent verbal communication skills

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Experience of building partnerships with a range of stakeholders across the public, private and charity sectors Expertise in writing for different audiences/contexts Excellent working knowledge of digital platforms Able to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines

Excellent writer and proof-reader

Summary of terms

Location: You will be able to work regularly from home around the requirements of your role for in person meetings or travel. However, you will be contracted to our of ce at 68 South Lambeth Road, London SW8 1RL, and responsible for your travel to London when necessary.

Flexible working:

We have a exible working culture and encourage all staff to work in a way that enables them to be most effective in their role. This role will involve occasional out of hours working and time off in lieu will be granted for any additional hours worked.

Travel: This post will require regular national travel. Travel expenses will be paid when incurred in line with our expenses policy.

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Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding all those who come into contact with our work and all staff are required to follow our safeguarding policy for children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Team structure

Director, National Year

of Reading

Campaign Planning Manager

Campaign Officer

Campaign Manager

Fundraising Lead

Schools Project

Manager Libraries Lead

(indirect report employed by The

Reading Agency, our partner charity)

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Senior Centre Manager

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

98713

Published date:

24-07-2025

Summary

Job Description and Person Specification

Job title: Early Years Deputy Manager and SENCo

Job purpose and Context

The Deputy Manager and SENCo will be a compassionate, kind, and caring leader who seeks to motivate and inspire practitioners to work with children and parents to the best of their ability. The Deputy Manager with work in partnership with the Early Years Manager to create a warm and friendly environment for both the staff and the children and families with who we are working. A focus will be on delivering high quality, inclusive and engaging learning opportunities for children aged 1-4 and to fulfil the role of named SENCo for the setting. As a key member of the management team at the setting, you will work effectively with stakeholders and develop positive relationships with parents/carers.

The role involves working with and supporting the Early Years Manager and fulfilling managerial responsibilities in the manager’s absence.

The Deputy Early Years Manager will:

Support the management of the pre-school in accordance with PACE’s ethos and policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant current legislation as well as Local Authority and Ofsted requirements, seeking advice and accepting guidance from the management team as needed.
Action and monitor all child protection and health and safety issues to ensure that any remedial action is taken immediately, and advice is sort from the management team.
Support the requirements of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities via specialist programs so that the Company’s admission policy may be as inclusive as possible.
Collect and record all relevant background information about individual children with additional needs, and make sure that this is kept up to date.
To work in partnership with the Early Years Manager to support and lead a team that will work in partnership with parents and professionals to create a welcoming, stimulating and safe environment in which children are supported to learn and develop.
To follow PACE’s safer recruitment, making sure that those appointed are qualified and have the skills required to work in the pre-school; references and DBS clearances are obtained, and contracts issued before employment begins.
Conduct regular inductions with all newly appointed staff, including changes in position, and set action plans for improvement with members of the team who may require extra support.
Supervise and provide advice, guidance and training to students, trainees and others on work placements or work experience in order that they receive the appropriate support.
Ensure that all staff receive relevant training and guidance to allow them to carry out their jobs in accordance with the existing processes and through annual performance reviews.
Support the Early Years Manager in dealing with disciplinary and grievance matters within the nursery, seeking advice and support from the management team, and where necessary, from HR.
Ensure that Health & Safety policies are fully implemented within the nursery with support from Management team. Ensure the required standards of cleanliness and hygiene are achieved, risk assessments are in place, the environments and equipment are appropriately maintained, and that best practice is communicated and promoted throughout the nursery.
Work with the Early Years Manager and management team, to make the best possible effort to ensure the pre-school places are allocated and carry out any duties involved in this process.
To deliver excellent practice across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and to respond to the learning and developmental needs of children in our care.
To develop positive relationships with parents, cares and other partners to ensure that the needs of children are met, and to support children’s learning, development and well-being.
Ensure that staff and volunteers work respectfully with the children and their families and respond positively to diversity and work in a non-discriminatory, culturally sensitive manner which encourages all families to access the service.
To fulfil the role of the named Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) for the setting.
Liaise with outside agencies, including Children’s Services, health providers, local primary schools, advisory teachers, the local authority and SEN/inclusion agencies.
Planning, setting up and delivery of high quality, inclusive childcare and early education, which is responsive to the needs of children and their families.
To contribute to the establishment of a safe, welcoming environment, including a range of child-led and adult initiated experiences, activities and play opportunities in indoor, and outdoor environments which enable children to develop and learn.
Develop and maintain an ethos of reflective practice across the nursery and use information to develop and support development plans designed to address areas identified for development across the nursery and for individuals.
Adhere to the guidance issued within PACE’s Policies and Procedures, and Staff Handbook, and ensure this is implemented throughout the pre-school.
Work with the management team to ensure the smooth running of the nursery.
Attend meetings and training as necessary to ensure own professional development and the smooth running of the service.
Make sure that Individual Education Plans (IEPs) are written, followed and evaluated.
Undertake any other duties as may be appropriate and required from time to time.

Person specification

Essential requirements of the post

Experience and qualifications

An appropriate early years, childcare or education qualification at NVQ level 3 or above that meets the standards required by Ofsted registration and inspection processes.
Experience of managing staff and leading teams in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum.
Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent
Paediatric First Aid
Experience of working with children and young people with complex needs and their families
Experience of facilitating an inclusive child-centred service.
Proven practical experience of implementing good quality learning opportunities
Completion of Safeguarding training (minimum Level 2)

Knowledge and Understanding

A good knowledge and understanding of the EYFS, Ofsted standards and relevant current legislation.
A good knowledge of Birth to 5 matters
Experience of behaviour management
Thorough knowledge of the developmental needs of young children.
A commitment to inclusive and non-discriminatory working practice with children, families, colleagues and the community.
Knowledge of the needs of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, the SEND Code of Practice and awareness of effective strategies and techniques and the support and advice which may be offered by other agencies.
Experience of partnership working.

Skills and Abilities

Empathy and understanding of children under five.
Able to sensitively balance child-initiated activities, knowing when to intervene to extend children’s learning and development
A team player with strong leadership skills and ability to work with others to achieve shared objectives.
Ability to maintain and develop mutually beneficial working relationships with key delivery partners.
Excellent verbal and communication skills with children and parents. Ability to write reports and keep clear and accurate records.
Excellent organisational skills
Proficient administrative and IT skills
The ability to support staff to provide and develop play and learning opportunities to meet the play and developmental needs of children in your care.
Confident to deal with potential new parents
Excellent time and task management skills.
Excellent observation skills which inform assessment and planning.
Flexibility, initiative and the ability to respond appropriately to child and family need
Excellent active listening skills.
The ability to problem-solve and use initiative

Personal Qualities

Ability to relate well to children and adults
Ability to lead, motivate and influence others in a positive and inspiring way
To show a commitment to the pre-school and organisation as a whole
A positive approach

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Campaign Officer

68 South Lambeth Road, London, SW8 1RL

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

98247

Published date:

23-07-2025

Summary

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Job description

Job title: Campaign Of cer

Salary: £29,000 per year

Contract: Fixed term until the end of January 2027

Hours: 35 hours per week

Directorate: National Year of Reading

Reports to: Campaign Planning Manager

Direct/indirect reports: None

Our mission The National Literacy Trust empowers children, young people and adults from disadvantaged communities with the literacy skills they need to succeed. We work directly with young people and their families, with the 5,000 schools in these communities, with nurseries, prisons, YOIs and through our teams leading community literacy programmes in 20 places in the UK facing the biggest literacy and poverty challenges. Our research makes us the leading authority on literacy and drives all our work. We are committed to becoming a more diverse and inclusive charity, better at listening to and working in partnership with the communities we exist to serve. Literacy is a vital element of action against poverty and our work changes people’s life stories.

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2026 will be a National Year of Reading (NYR), an exciting UK-wide campaign aiming to engage new audiences in reading and to change the national reading culture for good. It will position reading as a powerful contemporary activity, the key to unlocking potential in a digital-rich AI world and as a rich cultural activity which links people, boosts skills and empathy and bene ts wellbeing. Commissioned by the Department for Education, the National Year of Reading will deliver a consumer-facing social marketing campaign to promote reading. It will also mobilise national partners and local stakeholders in a major national celebration of the power of reading, The National Literacy Trust will lead, develop and coordinate the National Year of Reading, ensuring a powerful and engaging national campaign which rede nes reading for a new generation.

Purpose of role Working as part of a new in-house team for the National Year of Reading, you will use a range of communications and marketing channels to spread key messages among communities and affect behaviours among target demographics. You will build relationships with local and national partners including the media, and manage campaign activities and events. You will also support activity across your team, including preparing copy for our newsletters, websites and social media in support of campaign priorities.

Key contacts You will work closely with colleagues both in the National Year of Reading team and in our central media and communications team, as well as with our programme delivery and partnerships teams. External contacts will include national partners, schools, libraries, early years settings, business, authors / illustrators, cultural partners, key local gures, and media and agency contacts.

Outline of responsibilities

 Work with the Campaign Planning Manager to understand campaign goals and target audiences, and develop, tailor and disseminate campaign messaging

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 Plan and deliver a regular content schedule for social media pages and other channels working alongside colleagues to decide priorities

 Support online and in-person campaign activation events  Support management of campaign creative and media agencies  Write press releases, articles and quotes, working closely with media partners to

deliver coverage containing key campaign messaging  Build relationships and work with local partners, including schools, libraries, early

years settings, business, authors and illustrators, cultural partners and key local gures

 Work with the Campaign Manager to develop an evaluation framework for campaign activity and prepare updates for stakeholders and funders

 Monitor and moderate contributions to National Year of Reading website using the content management system

 Proofread and edit content as required This outline is indicative and is not intended to provide a complete list of duties. The postholder will also be required to support activities that contribute to the growth and sustainability of the charity, and to the sharing and development of our organisational knowledge.

Person speci cation

Essential Desirable

Recent experience (min. two years) working in a communications role with campaigning responsibilities Managing digital and social media accounts Working with case studies and bene ciaries to share their story and secure media coverage of their experiences Experience of using content management systems

Experience of working in the charity/education/wellbeing or cultural sector Strong administration skills Able to use initiative and solve problems independently Able to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines Strong IT skills including using Microsoft Of ce, working with images and uploading content online

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Writing for different audiences/contexts Planning, implementing and evaluating campaigns Developing key messages aimed at changing consumer behaviours

Excellent verbal communication skills Excellent writer and proofreader

Summary of terms

Location: You will be able to work regularly from home around the requirements of your role for in person meetings or travel. However, you will be contracted to our of ce at 68 South Lambeth Road, London SW8 1RL, and responsible for your travel to London when necessary.

Flexible working:

We have a exible working culture and encourage all staff to work in a way that enables them to be most effective in their role. This role will involve occasional out of hours working and time off in lieu will be granted for any additional hours worked.

Travel: This post will require regular national travel. Travel expenses will be paid when incurred in line with our expenses policy.

Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding all those who come into contact with our work and all staff are required to follow our safeguarding policy for children, young people and vulnerable adults.

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Team structure

Director, National Year

of Reading

Campaign Planning Manager

Campaign Officer

Campaign Manager

Fundraising Lead

Schools Project

Manager Libraries Lead

(indirect report employed by The

Reading Agency, our partner charity)

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People Operations Advisor

1 Putney High Street, London, SW15 1SZ, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

96985

Published date:

26-06-2025

CEO

201, 225 Porters Avenue, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 5YX

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

95199

Published date:

03-06-2025

Summary

Lead the Future: Become the Chief Executive of Future Youth Zone, Barking & Dagenham

Location: Barking & Dagenham, East London
Salary: £65,000 – £70,000 (depending on experience)
Benefits: 33 days annual leave, gym access, professional development via OnSide
Application Deadline: 5pm Monday 30^th June

Are you a bold, inclusive leader ready to shape the future for young people in one of London’s most dynamic boroughs?

Future Youth Zone is seeking a new Chief Executive to lead its next chapter. With a strong foundation in place and a passionate, values-led team behind you, this is your opportunity to drive innovation, deepen community impact, and ensure every young person in Barking & Dagenham has the opportunity to thrive.

About the Role

As CEO, you will:

Lead a £1.5m+ organisation with a mission to empower young people through opportunity and support.
Be a visible, community-facing leader—present in the Youth Zone and across the borough.
Drive financial sustainability, programme innovation, and strategic partnerships.
Champion youth voice and inclusion at every level of the organisation.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome candidates from all sectors who bring:

Proven leadership in complex organisations (charity, youth, community, or beyond)
Strong fundraising experience across corporate, philanthropic, and public sectors
Operational and financial acumen (including managing £1.5m+ budgets)
Experience working with Boards and multidisciplinary teams
A deep passion for young people and community engagement
Lived experience and local knowledge are highly valued. We especially encourage applications from women and racially diverse candidates underrepresented in charity leadership

What You’ll Lead

A high-energy, mission-driven team committed to continuous improvement
Strategic priorities including youth employment, mental health, and inclusion
Expansion of our reach to underserved young people
A refresh of our strategic plan beyond 2025

Why Join Us?

Be part of a national movement through the OnSide Youth Zones network
Shape the future of youth services in Barking & Dagenham
Access to a supportive Board and national peer network
Lead with purpose, visibility, and impact

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CEO

Preston Youth Zone ,Atria, Spa Road, Bolton, BL1 4AG

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

94732

Published date:

03-06-2025

Summary

Join a Transformative Movement: Become the Chief Executive of Thurrock Youth Zone

Location: Tilbury, Thurrock
Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 (depending on experience) + Benefits
Organisation: OnSide Youth Zones

Application deadline: 5pm Monday 30^th June

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for empowering young people and transforming communities? Do you thrive in dynamic, start-up environments and want to make a lasting impact in a place that truly needs it?

Thurrock Youth Zone is seeking its founding Chief Executive—a bold, values-driven leader to bring this brand-new, purpose-built facility to life in Tilbury. As part of the national OnSide network, this Youth Zone will be a beacon of opportunity, inclusion, and inspiration for thousands of young people.

About the Role

As CEO, you will:

Lead the launch and growth of a flagship Youth Zone engaging with the communities that will benefit from it.
Act as a local ambassador, building bridges across diverse stakeholders—from funders and local authorities to young people and their families.
Build and embed the first team - shaping the culture, strategy, and operations of a high-impact organisation from the ground up.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome candidates from all sectors—charity, public, private, education, health, and more—who bring:

Exceptional leadership and communication skills
Strategic and operational agility
Fundraising and commercial acumen
A deep commitment to inclusion and community engagement
Resilience and adaptability in a start-up environment

What You’ll Get

A 3–4 month immersive placement in an existing Youth Zone
Mentorship from an experienced Openings Manager
Access to OnSide’s national network and central support services
Ongoing professional development and peer support

Why Thurrock?

This is more than a job—it’s a chance to lead a movement. Thurrock Youth Zone is fully capitally funded and already has a number of Founder Patrons (who offer revenue funding) in place. The role offers a rare opportunity to build something sustainable and impactful from the very beginning. You’ll play a key role in uniting a diverse community and shaping the future for generations of young people.

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CEO

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

92802

Published date:

09-05-2025

Summary

Join Birthrights as Our New CEO!

Location: Remote (UK-based). Must be prepared to travel to London and other UK locations for frequent meetings with staff, funders and stakeholders.

Salary: £70,000 to £75,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Why Join Us?

Impact: Make a real difference in the lives of women, birthing people and families.
Flexibility: We offer flexible working arrangements, including remote work and compressed hours.
Culture: Join a kind, progressive, and inclusive team dedicated to respectful care during pregnancy and childbirth.
Growth: Be part of an organisation with ambitious plans for growth and innovation.

About Birthrights: Birthrights is the UK’s leading authority on the rights of women and birthing people during pregnancy and birth in the UK. Our work is critical to not only transforming the experiences and outcomes for individuals but also in shifting wider policy, practice and systems. We champion respectful care during pregnancy and childbirth, ensuring that all women are treated with dignity and humanity. Our work is grounded in the belief that every woman has the right to make informed choices about her care and to be supported in those choices.

The Role: Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of women and birthing people? Do you thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment? Birthrights is looking for a dynamic and compassionate CEO to lead our dedicated team. This is a unique opportunity to drive change, advocate for birth rights, and work alongside a group of passionate individuals committed to our cause.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership: Provide compassionate and bold leadership to a remote-working team, fostering a collaborative and supportive culture.
Strategic Vision: With the Board and staff, refine and lead the successful implementation of the organisation’s strategic and operational plans.
Influencing: Lead creative and bold external campaigns, policy development, and influencing efforts to advance birth rights.
Financial Management: Oversee financial operations, ensuring sustainability and growth.
Fundraising and Business Development: Oversee the fundraising efforts and business development initiatives to support Birthrights' mission.
Board Collaboration: Work closely with the board to shape and implement strategic goals.

Person Specification:

Essential:
- Background in the charity sector.
- Genuine passion for Birthrights' cause.
- Strong people management skills.
- High emotional intelligence (EQ).
- Competence in financial management.
- Skills in business development and fundraising.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work closely with the board.
- Strategic and radical leadership skills
- Ability to oversee delivery of policy and programmes to drive impact aligned with organisational strategy and principles
- Ability to build relationships and foster strong collaborative partnerships
- Ability to lead courageously
Desirable:
- Lived experience of birth or professional experience in maternity care or significant involvement in campaigning or representing people's rights.
- Experience in policy development and influencing.
- Experience in leading bold external campaigns.
- Experience managing remote working or hybrid teams of part-time staff
- Experience of community power building and working as part of movements for change

Our Team: At Birthrights, we believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork. Our team is close-knit, passionate, and dedicated to making a positive impact. We work remotely but stay connected through regular meetings and touchpoints, ensuring that everyone feels supported and valued. We are committed to fostering a culture of kindness, inclusivity, and mutual respect.

Equity, Diversity and inclusion: Birthrights is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in our organisation and our external work. We know that diversity in all its forms brings more perspectives, experiences and knowledge, and it makes us a better, stronger organisation.

As an organisation, our employees have recently trained with the Queer Birth Club on LGBTQ+ competency and have undertaken extensive training with JMB Consulting on anti-racism.

We are using positive action in our recruitment as part of our commitment to EDI. This means we are actively seeking candidates from under-represented groups (people of colour, women, LGBTQ+, disabled people, socioeconomic background). If two candidates are equally qualified for the role, we will appoint the candidate with this background under the provisions of the Equality Act 2010. Please let us know if you require reasonable adjustments so we can accommodate your needs.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about advocating for birth rights and have the skills and experience to lead our organisation, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to seniorappointments@charitypeople.co.uk and we will forward you the candidate pack.

Webinar: Join our informational webinar on Thursday 22 May, 12.30 – 1.30 to learn more about the role. The registration link is in the candidate pack.

Application Deadline: Please submit your application by 5.00pm on Monday 9^th June, 2025.

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