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At Samaritans, our vision is that fewer people die by suicide. Every day, our volunteers and staff provide life-saving emotional support to people in distress, and behind that work is a culture built on compassion, inclusion, learning and human connection. Samaritans is seeking an experienced and ambitious Trust and Grants Manager to lead and grow a vital income stream supporting our life‑saving work. Reporting to the Head of Trusts and Statutory Income, you’ll play a central role in delivering an ambitious Trusts programme raising over £2 million annually, while inspiring and leading a talented team. Contract • £40,000-£45,000 per annum plus benefits, • Full Time (35hrs per week), • Permanent, • Hybrid working - Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. This role is linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office with a blend of home working and option to work out of our London office as required., • In-person working - expectation of a minimum of 1 office day each week on Tuesdays in Ewell., • We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences About the role As Trust and Grants Manager, you’ll be responsible for developing and delivering our Trust Fundraising Strategy, ensuring strong performance, excellent funder stewardship and long‑term growth. You’ll manage high‑value relationships, lead strategy and planning, and provide inspiring line management to Trust fundraising colleagues. Working closely with colleagues across Income Generation, Business Development and operational teams, you’ll ensure Samaritans’ work is communicated compellingly to Trust and Statutory funders, grounded in evidence, insight and lived experience. What you’ll do • Lead the development and delivery of the Trust Funding Strategy, with clear KPIs, work plans and performance analysis, • Oversee a Trusts programme raising over £2m per year, with responsibility for future growth, • Personally manage a portfolio of high‑value Trust relationships, delivering £600k–£700k annual income, • Shape and deliver donor cultivation and stewardship approaches that create inspiring funder experiences, • Line manage and develop Trust fundraising staff, supporting performance, wellbeing and professional growth, • Produce compelling, high‑quality funding applications, cases for support and reports on Samaritans programmes and projects, • Lead prospect research and pipeline development, identifying new large Trust opportunities, • Work collaboratively with colleagues across Samaritans to ensure strong alignment with organisational priorities, • Contribute to senior leadership discussions, team planning, away days and cross‑departmental initiatives, • Embed learning, insight and sector best practice into team ways of working About you You’re an experienced Trust fundraiser with a strong track record of securing six‑figure grants and building effective relationships with major Trusts and Foundations. You combine strategic thinking with attention to detail, and you’re motivated by making a meaningful social impact. You enjoy leading and developing others, thrive in collaborative environments, and are confident working with data, budgets and complex funding requirements. Above all, you’re committed to Samaritans’ vision of fewer people dying by suicide, and to working inclusively, ethically and with compassion. What you will bring: • Proven success in securing six‑figure Trust, Foundation, Lottery or public sector funding, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including persuasive storytelling, • Strong grant management, stewardship and donor care expertise, • Experience developing and managing fundraising strategies, plans and pipelines, • Confidence working with financial information, budgets and full cost recovery models, • Analytical skills and the ability to translate evidence into compelling funding cases, • Experience line managing or supporting the development of staff (desirable), • A collaborative, curious and values‑driven approach to work, • Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, safeguarding and lived‑experience principles Full outline in the Job description below. Why Samaritans? At Samaritans, people matter deeply. We know that meaningful impact starts with how we support each other. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and flexible workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity of thought, background and lived experience, and we actively encourage applications from people from all communities. Every person at Samaritans plays a role in helping fewer people die by suicide. If you are motivated by purpose, compassion and the opportunity to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you. For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available below. You can also visit our careers website to access this. We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans. To Apply Please complete the application questions including those outlined below, and submit your CV. Please note the following questions have a 300-word limit for each answer. Q1 What interests you about Samaritans and our work? What do you think might make Samaritans compelling to Trust Funders? Q2 Tell us about your demonstrable experience securing six‑figure Trust or Statutory grants. What approaches did you use to build your pipeline, cultivate funders and secure large or multiyear grants? Q3 This role requires strong project leadership, cross‑organisational collaboration and stakeholder management. Can you share an example of how you have led a large programme application, and what your approach to collaboration and stakeholder management was in delivering a successful outcome? We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths. Applications close at midnight on Monday 25 May Interviews All applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their application, at the appropriate time. 1st stage interviews will be online: w/c 1 June 2nd stage interviews will be held in person in our Surrey office (KT17 2AF). Date TBC.

Assistant Head - Sixth Form\n\nSalary: Competitive\n\nLocation: Shirley Park, Croydon\n\nThe Vacancy\n\nWe are seeking an outstanding Head of Sixth Form with the relational, intellectual and pastoral skills to lead a thriving Sixth Form within our wider school community. With around 330 students in a school of 1050, including a significant number joining at 16+, the Sixth Form offers a dynamic and inclusive environment supported by excellent facilities. The successful candidate will champion a strong pastoral culture, ensuring every student feels known, valued and fully integrated, while promoting high academic ambition through a broad programme of A levels, a bespoke Diploma, and independent research. Alongside a rich co-curricular offering, the role will be central to shaping the future of the Sixth Form as the school grows, including expansion towards 400 students and the development of a new Sixth Form centre, playing a key part in delivering a clear and compelling vision within an evolving co-educational setting.\n\nWe are a diverse community at Trinity and strongly encourage applications from teaching and operational staff from a range of backgrounds. To enable us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application whether you have any special requirements.\n\nClosing date: 20th May\n\nThe Company\n\nTrinity is one of two schools governed by the Whitgift Foundation, founded in 1596 by the then Archbishop of Canterbury, John Whitgift.\n\nTrinity’s academic results regularly place it among the top schools in the country.\n\nIn 2022 Trinity was ranked 23rd in the Parent Power list of Top 100 Independent Schools in the UK and 13th in London, making it the top-ranked independent school in Croydon.\n\nBeyond academic results, we celebrate intellectual curiosity and foster a culture in which pupils feel inspired to take a genuine interest in the world around them.\n\nExceptional staff is fundamental to our mission and we look forward to welcoming outstanding candidates to join our team.\n\nTrinity School reserves the right to interview and appoint before the published closing date. Trinity strongly encourages applications from ethnic minority candidates. 42% of our students are from ethnic minority backgrounds and we want to have a staff body that reflects the diversity of the school and our local area.\n\nTrinity School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to comply with all safeguarding procedures including an Enhanced DBS check.\n\nOur Values\n\nAt Trinity our focus is on leading through values; on the kind of young people that our students become through being at Trinity, with day-to-day school experiences and a love of learning shaping them before they move on to extraordinary futures

Opportunity Overview We are looking for a passionate and committed team player to join our Building Surveying team as a Lecturer in Sustainable Construction teaching on our professionally accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Reporting to the Head of Property and Surveying, you will teach and lead modules on sustainable construction and construction technology, supervise student research projects, and motivate students to reach their academic potential. You will have the opportunity to undertake individual or collaborative research, and develop your career in a supportive, innovative and diverse environment. Key Responsibilities As the successful candidate you will: • Demonstrate ability to design and deliver engaging teaching and learning activities, and supervise research projects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, • Demonstrate knowledge of current and emerging developments in sustainable construction and construction technology, • Have experience in the teaching or practice of sustainable construction, • Motivate, coach and support students with a range of individual learning styles and development needs The School of Science, Environment and Engineering (SEE) is an inter-disciplinary School comprising world-leading research and industry-relevant teaching that aims to transform the quality of life for society and deliver a more sustainable future. We have been leading the international research agenda in the built environment for more than 20 years, and the University’s Campus Masterplan includes our Energy House 2.0, a sustainable construction testing facility focussed upon accelerating progress towards net zero housing design. We have a long tradition of delivering flexible teaching programmes that are accredited by organisations such as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, the Chartered Institute of Building, and the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors. Our multi-disciplinary team of academics, researchers and practitioners collaborate closely with industry and as a result many of our graduates then go on to hold leadership positions in industry and academia in the UK and throughout the world. What's in it for you? • An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more, • Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance, • Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential, • Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives, • Sustainable Salford - we have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life., • Our Peel Park campus is unique with lots of green spaces, great transport links including Salford Crescent train station, and we are just 2km from Manchester city centre

Part Time Junior Product Executive Required for this niche tour operator based in South West London. As a Junior Product Executive you will support the Product Manager with the day-to-day running and development of our product portfolio. You'll help manage supplier relationships, act as a key point of contact for product queries, and work closely with Sales, Marketing and Client Care to keep information accurate and up to date. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their product career in travel, with plenty of guidance, training and exposure to commercial decision-making. You'll bring strong interpersonal skills, a proactive approach and great attention to detail. You'll be comfortable building relationships while learning how to balance supplier needs, customer expectations and business goals. Provide day-to-day support to the sales team with product queries, tools and supplier training coordination. Support Client Care by liaising with suppliers and gathering information needed for clients. Use feedback from complaints to help improve our customer service and reduce repeat issues. Marketing and Website Management ,Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure the website remains accurate and current and support with marketing campaigns and brochure content. Update hotel, excursion and itinerary content in the system, ensuring images and details are correctly loaded. Product Development and Innovation ,Assist with competitor analysis and market research, helping to keep our product positioning up to date. Operational and Safety Responsibilities - Assist with arranging staff fam trips and coordinating details with suppliers. Help maintain up-to-date health and safety information for products, supporting audits and reviews as required. - Monitor FCDO Travel Advice and flag changes promptly to the relevant stakeholders. Provide support on operational matters arising from situations in-destination, escalating appropriately. Company Representation, Represent the company at trade shows, evening functions, road shows, training sessions and external meetings. Partnership Management - Support day-to-day communication with Suppliers and DMCs, logging and following up on queries. Assist and monitor with offers and trends from suppliers. Help monitor sales, feedback, and opportunities to the Product Manager. About You You're the perfect fit if you Highly organised, with great attention to detail and a willingness to learn A confident communicator in both written and spoken English The role is offered on a hybrid basis, (Two days in Head Office) This enables the team to be together for collaboration and support, there is a bright and vibrant atmosphere in the office and the team regularly socialise both at company events and informally. For the other days you are welcome to choose whether you work from the office or at home, currently the majority of the team choose to work from home on those days. The hours are 24 per week. Three days with 9am - 5:30pm shifts or with less hours across more days, always with 45 minutes for lunch. There may be the occasional requirement to flex the working times in order to manage workload or responses from overseas partners. In return you will receive a competitive basic salary and employees will also receive holiday and a generous company discount for personal trips. Interested please apply here or email (url removed)

Head of UK Corporate Practice Area. Head of UK Corporate Practice Area. Professional Support Lawyers (PSLs).

The role will offer the flexibility to develop into a 360 role or a Director of Research position. Due to growth, we are currently hiring for a Head of Research to join our team. We believe in offering a flexible approach to clients and offering a truly personalised and bespoke service.

This is one of those roles where you’re not just advancing your career, you’re helping define and develop the company towards success. Clinical Research & Medical Affairs leader. Real ownership of clinical strategy.

Reporting directly to the Chief AI Officer, the Head of Applied AI Research will shape the company's AI research agenda, build and lead a team of applied AI researchers, and drive the creation of proprietary foundation models for energy. You will work at the intersection of frontier research and rea

Own and evolve the qualitative research offering across key clients. You will take ownership of the qualitative insight capability, with responsibility for leadership, quality and future growth. Deliver high-quality qualitative research, remaining hands‑on where needed.

Tara Professional Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Head of Science Department in Shrewsbury for a permanent role starting in September. This position involves leading the Science department, developing an engaging curriculum, and mentoring staff to ensure high standards of teaching and student achieveme

We are looking for a dynamic, motivated and thoughtful individual to take on the newly created role of Head of Research. You will also help strengthen links between discovery and translational research, support the development of new EDI initiatives, and build connections between academic research a

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering is mandatory due to the highly technical and engineering‑led nature of Glory's products, services, and operating model. The role oversees all regional functions including sales, service, operations, finance, and people leadership, and serves as the key

A leading global technology company in the UK seeks a Senior UX Research Manager to lead and scale its high-impact research function. This role requires 10+ years of UX research experience and a strong background in managing teams. The successful candidate will leverage AI to transform research prac

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Partner with families to support continuity of strategies across home and school. Strong knowledge of early childhood development, early intervention, and inclusive education practices. Partner with the Centre Leader to drive shared ownership of inclusion within centre operations.

A leading cancer research organization based in the UK is seeking a dynamic Head of Research to oversee their innovative portfolio. The ideal candidate should possess a PhD and have experience in academic research and managing research grants. This position supports a flexible working environment be

Director, Head of Catastrophe Research & Validation. Deep understanding of climate change impacts on insurance and experience presenting research in internal and external forums. Assess climate change impacts on perils worldwide and provide thought leadership on climate change research.

As the Head of R&D, you will also support laboratory activities when required, contributing hands‑on during critical phases of research and development. As the Head of R&D, you will be a key member of the leadership team, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive complex technical projects

Fully taken accountability for impact reporting and research projects within the charity and able to demonstrate a clear plan of action for the rest of the year. We are proud of our vibrant, non‑traditional culture, which puts the needs of bereaved children and young people at the heart of everyth

A leading global research firm is seeking a Senior Head of Research to lead their UK team. Candidates should have over 10 years of market research experience and proven success in managing client relationships. The company values innovation and offers competitive pay and benefits while promoting a d

A leading market research firm is seeking an Associate Director to manage a client service team. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years in market research, experience in project management, and exceptional communication skills. The position offers benefits including annual leave, a bonus schem

We are looking for a dynamic, motivated and thoughtful individual to take on the newly created role of Head of Research. You will also practise your own leadership and represent the department as part of our internal Heads of Group. You will also help strengthen links between discovery and translati

Contribute as a member of the CDD leadership team, supporting strategic planning, budget management, external representation and deputising for the Director of Drug Development as required. The Cancer Research UK Centre for Drug Development (CDD) is the world's only charity-funded drug development

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The Head of Research & Development is responsible for leading engineering, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, scalable and reliable software while driving improvements in team performance, delivery efficiency and ways of working. The Head of R&D will play a key role in driving change and conti

Strategic Stewardship: Direct a global workforce of over 800 professionals across 14 countries, fostering a culture of excellence, intellectual curiosity, and high‑performance delivery. A specific focus on distributed, real‑time AI, including AI‑native networks, compute paradigms, and the inte

This is a pivotal role responsible for leading our Clinical Operations function, including Clinical Study Managers, Clinical Study Coordinators, Clinical Research Associates, and Site Start‑Up Specialists, ensuring the successful delivery of CDD clinical trials to the highest regulatory and qualit

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Good understanding of the research/policy commissioning landscape and what strong bids look like. As well as a competitive salary, performance related bonus structure and excellent working environment (including a home/office hybird working environment), you will be working for the largest independe

The person who takes this role will have the backing of a mature, profitable US operation and the autonomy to build the European chapter in their own image. Hiring, mentoring and building a high-calibre team of quant researchers and traders in London. Experience trading or researching European marke

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The UK Head of Research sits at the intersection of clients, research excellence, and AI‑enabled ways of working. Brings vision and leadership to the UK Research team to drive a sense of pride, ownership and accountability at every layer of client and internal communication. We offer competitive

The Consortium for Clinical Research and Innovation Singapore is seeking a Head of Inclusion to lead and embed inclusive practices across classrooms in Greater London. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Early Childhood or related fields, strong knowledge in inclusive education practices, and at

The National Centre for Social Research seeks a Head of Bids & New Business in London (Hybrid).

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Expert in Adobe Creative Suite; proficient in Microsoft Office/Mac apps; proficient in Microsoft Office and Mac applications. As Head of Design in Singapore, you will lead and elevate our design practice in Singapore. You’ll set the design vision and roadmap to align with our objectives, champion

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