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The Kirkwood provide specialist adult care for anyone affected by a life limiting illness across Kirklees. Their care begins at diagnosis, within their In-Patient Unit and Support & Therapy Centre in Huddersfield, or in patients’ own homes. Their amazing care is respectful, tailored to individuals needs and wishes until the end of life. This includes support for patients family members, friends, and carers during their illness and afterwards. We are honoured to be working in partnership with them to recruit an In Memory and Legacy fundraiser. Would you love to join their fantastic fundraising team and enable The Kirkwood to reach more people, by growing sustainable income to continue their vital services? If you have experience in fundraising, and the compassion and ambition to part of their passionate team we would love to hear from you. The Role This brand-new role is vital in raising awareness of the profound impact legacy and in-memory donations have on people affected by life-limiting or terminal illness. Reporting directly to the Head of Fundraising and Development you will manage two key events, Light up a Life in December and the Sunflower Walk in August. As a champion for in-memory giving and gifts in wills, key responsibilities will include: • Developing and delivering strategies to grow income from gifts in wills and in-memory giving, • Building meaningful, compassionate long-term relationships, • Delivering exceptional supporter engagement and stewardship, • Securing vital income through sensitive communication and inspiring campaigns, • Raising awareness of in-memory giving opportunities internally and externally. The Person We are looking for an experienced fundraiser, ideally with knowledge of legacy and/or in-memory giving. An understanding of the emotional nature of in-memory and legacy is essential. It would also be beneficial to have experience working with a hospice, or healthcare environment within the charity sector. You should have: • The ability to work collaboratively, building strong internal and external relationships., • A flair for handling conversations in a sensitive, compassionate and professional manner., • Experience in developing engaging campaigns and supporter journeys., • Excellent project management skills., • Knowledge of legal processes relating to wills, probate and legacy administration is also desirable. Please note that you must hold a full, clean UK driving license and have regular access to a vehicle, insured for business use to apply for this position. Why The Kirkwood? The Kirkwood is not just a building, an In-Patient Unit, or a place of care. It is a movement of people united by the belief that everyone affected by a life-limiting illness deserves the very best care - care that improves quality of life, for however long that may be. Together, they support those in their care to live well and make the most of every single day. The Kirkwood Movement is united behind one common purpose: to Support Life. The Kirkwood has around 250 dedicated employees in both full and part-time roles, and is fortunate to have the support of over 800 committed volunteers. The team live and work by their values: • Respectful and Inclusive, • Passionate and Determined, • Open and Honest, • Kind and Compassionate, • Forward-thinking, • Striving for Quality and Excellence Benefits include: • Free on-site parking (where available), • High-quality, low-cost meals, • Complementary therapies, • Stakeholder pension scheme (NHS pension transferable for current members), • Hospice contributory scheme, including death in service benefits, • Access to occupational health services, • Employee Assistance Programme (for employees and immediate family), • Discounted health cash plans If you would like more information, or to apply for this role we would love to hear from you please contact Leanne or Jen at Charity Horizons. Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Leanne or Jen who will be happy to advise on this. Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way. Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.

Head of Commissioning Operations We are working with a leading care provider to recruit an experiencedHead of Commissioningto support the growth and delivery of a specialist complex care portfolio. This is a pivotal senior leadership role for an operationally strong, values-led professional who can

Our client, a national charity and membership association representing children across the UK, provides facilities for the best possible care and education to young children. The voice of their sector and an integral part of the lives of nearly one million children and their families, the organizati

This is a varied and rewarding role that requires someone who can model exceptional standards, establish positive professional relationships and contribute fully to the caring and ambitious ethos of the school. As Head of Year, you will lead the pastoral care and academic monitoring of a designated

Job Title: Head of Occupational Health / Occupational Health Lead Location: Hybrid (60% onsite / 40% remote) Contract: Full Time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking an experienced and driven Occupational Health professional to lead and shape our Occupational Health service. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a well-established department, lead a small team, and make a meaningful impact on employee health, wellbeing, and organisational performance. Depending on experience, the role can be appointed at Lead or Head of Occupational Health level, with scope to combine both clinical leadership and strategic direction. Key Responsibilities • Provide day-to-day leadership and management of the Occupational Health team, including 2 Occupational Health Nurses and an Office Manager, • Deliver and oversee clinical management, ensuring high standards of care and compliance, • Take ownership of the department, with the autonomy to introduce new ideas and shape service delivery, • Develop and drive the organisation’s health and wellbeing strategy, • Analyse absence trends and implement proactive interventions to improve attendance and resilience, • Lead on mental health initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance support and reduce work-related stress, • Work collaboratively with senior stakeholders to promote a positive health culture across the organisation About You • Qualified and experienced Occupational Health professional (NMC Registered), • Proven leadership experience within an Occupational Health setting, • Strong clinical background with the ability to provide guidance and oversight, • Strategic mindset with experience in developing wellbeing initiatives and managing absence, • Passionate about improving mental health support in the workplace, • Confident working autonomously and driving service improvements What We Offer • Hybrid working model (3 days onsite, 2 days remote), • Generous annual leave: 30 days + bank holidays, • Excellent pension scheme, • Opportunity to lead and shape a department with full autonomy, • Supportive environment focused on innovation and wellbeing If you’re looking for a role where you can truly make your mark, influence strategy, and lead meaningful change in workplace health and wellbeing, we would love to hear from you

Head of Commissioning Operations We are working with a leading care provider to recruit an experienced Head of Commissioning to support the growth and delivery of a specialist complex care portfolio. This is a pivotal senior leadership role for an operationally strong, values-led professional who can balance strategic oversight with hands-on delivery. You will be responsible for driving service performance, supporting mobilisation of new services, and ensuring high standards of quality, compliance, and person-centred care. The successful candidate will have a strong background in complex residential or supported care services in particular mental health and dementia, with experience of working with commissioned pathways and building effective relationships with commissioners, local authorities, NHS partners, and internal stakeholders. The Role In this role, you will: Lead the operational strategy across specialist services Support the mobilisation and development of new services and contracts Build strong working relationships with commissioners, professionals, families, and internal teams Lead tender activity and commissioning opportunities Coach and support Registered Managers, Service Leads, and wider operational teams Drive improvement, change, and service transformation About You We are looking for a confident and resilient operational leader with a proven background in health or social care, ideally within complex residential services. You will bring: Senior operational leadership experience in health or social care Experience managing services for people with complex mental health and dementia needs Knowledge of commissioned services, including Local Authority and NHS pathways Strong understanding of CQC regulations, legislation, and quality standards Experience of mobilisation, commissioning discussions, and/or contract management Solid understanding of positive behaviour support and risk management Previous experience as a successful commissioning home manager, with additional experience as Operations Manager Financial awareness and experience managing budgets A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care is desirable, or a willingness to work towards it. What’s on Offer £90,000pa dependent on experience Car Allowance Company pension scheme Fully funded DBS check Career development and progression opportunities Access to Blue Light Card discounts Recognition schemes and referral bonuses Interested? If you’re an experienced operational leader with lots of commissioning experience under your belt and looking for your next challenge in specialist complex care, we’d love to hear from you. LICMT

Job Title: Head of Occupational Health / Occupational Health Lead Location: Hybrid (60% onsite / 40% remote) Contract: Full Time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking an experienced and driven Occupational Health professional to lead and shape our Occupational Health service. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a well-established department, lead a small team, and make a meaningful impact on employee health, wellbeing, and organisational performance. Depending on experience, the role can be appointed at Lead or Head of Occupational Health level, with scope to combine both clinical leadership and strategic direction. Key Responsibilities • Provide day-to-day leadership and management of the Occupational Health team, including 2 Occupational Health Nurses and an Office Manager, • Deliver and oversee clinical management, ensuring high standards of care and compliance, • Take ownership of the department, with the autonomy to introduce new ideas and shape service delivery, • Develop and drive the organisation’s health and wellbeing strategy, • Analyse absence trends and implement proactive interventions to improve attendance and resilience, • Lead on mental health initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance support and reduce work-related stress, • Work collaboratively with senior stakeholders to promote a positive health culture across the organisation About You • Qualified and experienced Occupational Health professional (NMC Registered), • Proven leadership experience within an Occupational Health setting, • Strong clinical background with the ability to provide guidance and oversight, • Strategic mindset with experience in developing wellbeing initiatives and managing absence, • Passionate about improving mental health support in the workplace, • Confident working autonomously and driving service improvements What We Offer • Hybrid working model (3 days onsite, 2 days remote), • Generous annual leave: 30 days + bank holidays, • Excellent pension scheme, • Opportunity to lead and shape a department with full autonomy, • Supportive environment focused on innovation and wellbeing If you’re looking for a role where you can truly make your mark, influence strategy, and lead meaningful change in workplace health and wellbeing, we would love to hear from you