Trustee

Become a Trustee for ellenor

 Location: Gravesend, Kent, DA11 7HQ

Salary: (Volunteer)

ellenor is a hospice charity in Gravesend providing palliative and end-of-life care within the local community. At ellenor, we value inclusivity and focus on providing high-quality services with compassion and care.

We have a fantastic opportunity for business professionals to join ellenor at the Board level to influence our strategic direction and support our developments. We are seeking individuals who have experience and expertise in the following sectors Health and Social Care, Marketing & Income Generation, Senior Level Management, AI, IT, Finance, Accounting, Property, Legal, Retail, HR and Governance.

As a Trustee, you will be responsible for the governance and strategy of ellenor, its financial health and the probity of its activities under ellenor’s Articles of Association.

Whether you are an experienced Trustee or want to take your first step at Board level, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Join us to make a real difference to the patients and families ellenor cares for

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS clearance.

How to apply:

Please download a Trustee Recruitment Pack and submit a CV and a short cover letter to Mr. Mac Cheema, Chair of the Board c/o executive.assistant@ellenor.org

For further information please visit our website at www.ellenor.org or if you would like an informal chat with our Chair of the Board, please call between Tuesday and Friday on 07818 689904 or send an email to executive.assistant@ellenor.org  to arrange an appointment.

This role will be advertised over a rolling period, with no application deadline. Suitable candidates will be considered upon receipt of the application.

ellenor is committed to recognising and valuing people’s differences and promoting an inclusive environment for everyone. We are committed to recruiting and retaining an outstanding and diverse team of individuals who will work together to support our patients and their families at one of the most difficult times of their lives.

ellenor is a charity registered in England and Wales (1121561), and a company limited by guarantee (6302132). Registered office at Coldharbour Road, Gravesend, Kent. DA11 7HQ

Salary: £14.66- £16.02 per hour (depending upon experience)

Location: ellenor Hospice, Gravesend, DA11 7HQ

Hours: Hours offered as per department needs

Do you have an interest in providing support and care to those with life-limiting conditions from diagnosis to end of life? Are you looking to work whilst remaining flexible to support your family and/or work-life balance? We could have the opportunity you have been looking for, with hours available in both the Adult community service and our Inpatient ward.

ellenor is a hospice charity in Gravesend providing palliative and end-of-life care within the local community. At ellenor, we value inclusivity and focus on providing high-quality services with compassion and care.

We offer professional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme (with the option for NHS Pension Scheme members to transfer their pension), an employee assistance program, discount schemes and paid annual leave accrual based on hours worked

Key Responsibilities of the role include:

• Ensure the highest possible standard of care for patients and supporting relatives during their care
• Participating in the assessment and provision of care needs for patients
• Ensuring all care is documented correctly electronically, in line with mandatory and legal requirements
• Delivering care as part of a team alongside our medical team

Essential requirements of the role include:

• Registered Nurse with up-to-date registration and revalidation
• Flexible approach to working hours, times and days of the week, including night shifts and weekends
• Willing to undertake further professional training/qualifications
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (Adult Community)

Please note posts are subject to Enhanced DBS clearance and full right to work in the UK.

UK Immigration:

ellenor is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.

How to apply:

By application form either online or downloadable from our website or by submitting a comprehensive CV and cover letter to hr@ellenor.org, CV’s without a cover letter will not be considered.

For informal enquiries please contact our HR team on 01474 320007

Head of Individual Giving

Salary: £40,443

Hours:  37.5 hours per week

(occasional working outside of normal working hours)

Location: Gravesend DA11 7HQ

ellenor is a charity and a specialist palliative care provider for adults and children in Dartford, Gravesham and Swanley, and for children across the London Borough of Bexley.  The Organisation has In-patient, Community, Wellbeing and therapeutic services at Northfleet.

Are you a passionate and driven leader looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real impact? We’re seeking a dedicated Head of Fundraising to play a key role in our dynamic Income Generation team.

As a key leader in this role, you’ll develop and implement innovative fundraising strategies, engaging individual donors while strengthening relationships with current and prospective supporters. Your work will ensure donors feel valued and appreciated, helping to drive our mission forward.

If you are committed to making a difference and want a rewarding role where your efforts provide care and support to those who need it most, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities of the role include:

• Set and deliver a clear strategy to grow the active donor base and maximise long-term sustainable income from all individual giving income streams. Implement a strong multi-channel direct marketing fundraising programme to achieve this.
• Include setting realistic forecast models and targets to achieve desired outcomes.
• To be responsible for developing an effective integrated communications programme for cash donors and regular givers.
• Utilise audience segmentation and database insights to extract, analyse and segment data. Implementing clear strategies and supporter journeys that drive growth in target audiences, income and lifetime value.
• Provide strong leadership to the team to achieve targets. Lead and own effective reporting using internal and external benchmarks by setting clear, measurable KPIs driven by data and insight.

 Essential Requirements:

• Proven success in Individual Giving fundraising, with experience in acquisition and retention strategies.
• Extensive experience in direct marketing and income generation across various media, driving growth in donors and income streams (retention, cash, in-mem, lottery, legacy).
• Strong track record in securing income through lottery schemes, including managing canvassing agencies, Gift Aid, and gambling compliance.
• Data-driven, experienced in setting and reporting on KPIs to drive results.
• Effective leader within both their team and the wider organisation.

This post is subject to Standard DBS clearance.

UK Immigration:

ellenor is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, which do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.

How to apply:

By application form, either online or downloadable from our website or by submitting a CV and cover letter to hr@ellenor.org, CVs without a cover letter will not be considered.

For informal enquiries, please contact Sue Piper at 07932 601465 or email sue.piper@ellenor.org

Application Deadline: 18 April 2025

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Therefore, if you are interested, kindly submit your application at your earliest convenience as the vacancy may close prior to the closing date.

At ellenor, we are committed to acknowledging and celebrating our differences, fostering an inclusive environment for all. Join us in building an outstanding and diverse team dedicated to supporting our patients and their families during one of life's most challenging times.

Fundraising Events Officer

Salary: £26,761 pro rata

Location: ellenor (Northfleet)/Swanscombe

Hours:  30 hours per week (Working Monday to Friday, 9.30 am to 3.30 pm)

Do you have a passion for delivering engaging events and building strong supporter relationships? Are you organised, creative, and motivated to raise vital funds for a local charity?

If so, we are looking for someone just like you!

Our Fundraising Events Team is at the heart of ellenor, creating exceptional experiences that inspire supporters to go the extra mile, literally! As part of a friendly, successful, and growing team, you’ll play a vital role in raising the funds needed to care for local families facing life-limiting illnesses.

ellenor is a hospice charity in Gravesend providing palliative and end-of-life care within the local community. At ellenor, we value inclusivity and focus on providing high-quality services with compassion and care.

We offer professional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme (with the option for NHS Pension Scheme members to transfer their pension), an employee assistance program, discount schemes, a generous annual leave allowance, and much more.

Key Responsibilities of the role include:

•  Plan, promote, and deliver a wide range of fundraising events, including mass participation and bespoke events
• Lead on allocated events, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard
• Support and engage with event participants and supporters to help them reach their fundraising goals
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Marketing, Fundraising, and Care Teams to maximise event success
• Monitor and evaluate event performance, using insights to inform future planning and growth

 Essential requirements of the role include:

•  Previous experience in delivering fundraising or public events
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate supporters
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively
• Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends for events
• Confidence in using databases, online platforms, and Microsoft Office applications

This post is subject to DBS clearance.

UK Immigration:

ellenor is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.

 How to apply:

By application form either online or downloadable from our website or by submitting a CV and cover letter to hr@ellenor.org, CV’s without a cover letter will not be considered.

For an informal chat please call Lianne Lloyd on 07957 435350 or email lianne.lloyd@ellenor.org

Application deadline: 22 April 2025

Interviews will be conducted on: 01 May 2025 at ellenor (Northfleet)