NSPCC
Schools Fundraiser
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Are you looking for a role within an organisation where the work you do makes a real difference to children?
If the answer is yes, the Schools Fundraiser opportunity could be exactly what you're looking for.
Join the Income Generation directorate to make the difference
At the NSPCC, we believe every childhood is worth fighting for. With over 100 years of experience, and the collective strength of our staff, volunteers, supporters, and partners, we're working to end child abuse and neglect for good.
Over 90 percent of the NSPCC's income comes from voluntary donations, so we rely on the incredible generosity and commitment of all our supporters, large and small.
We encourage everyone across the organisation to get involved, feel confident in championing our cause, and help us grow the support we need to protect children and give them the futures they deserve.
The Schools Fundraiser role
The Schools Fundraiser role will provide tailored stewardship to schools, identify opportunities to increase fundraising, and support the growth of schools fundraising across the NSPCC. If you're motivated by purpose, thrive in a supportive team, and want to contribute to creating a safer, brighter world for every child join us as a Schools Fundraiser.
What is the purpose of the Schools Fundraiser?
Working closely with colleagues across the organisation the postholder will help schools feel valued and supported throughout their fundraising journey, driving long-term engagement and increased income to help keep children safe.
This role plays a key part in generating income to support the NSPCC's mission. You'll contribute by:
- Stewarding schools and focusing on relationship management
- Focusing on income growth and prospect development
- Developing and strengthening partnerships, such as Multi Academy Trusts that will increase schools engagement and fundraising income
- Ensuring the best possible Supporter Experience in line with our Supporter Centricity Programme
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What will I be doing as a Schools Fundraiser?
The Schools Fundraiser will build and maintain strong relationships with schools, providing tailored support to encourage repeat fundraising and long term engagement. The role will identify and re-engage supporters, develop plans to maximise participation and income, and use data and insight to improve fundraising income and retention. Working collaboratively across the NSPCC, the Postholder will develop relationships with schools, Multi Academy Trusts and education networks, deliver an excellent supporter experience, and help drive the growth of schools fundraising income and engagement.
The Postholder Plays a Pivotal Role As They
- Help generate vital fundraising income that enables the NSPCC to protect children and fight for every childhood
- Build lasting relationships with schools, encouraging long term support and engagement with the NSPCC
- Expand the reach and impact of schools fundraising by developing new partnerships and opportunities
- Ensure schools receive a personalised supporter experience that drives participation and retention
What skills do I need to be a Schools Fundraiser?
The ideal candidate will be a relationship-focused fundraiser with strong communication, organisational and analytical skills. They will be confident managing multiple priorities, using data to drive engagement and income growth, and working collaboratively to deliver excellent supporter experiences.
- Proven ability to build and manage relationships
- Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage a range of audiences
- Skilled in analysing data and using insight to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
- Highly organised, able to manage competing priorities and work independently
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Why join the NSPCC?
Any one of our people will tell you that a huge reward in itself is making a difference to children's lives. But we know it's a competitive world, and it's important to feel valued in your role and receive more practical, tangible benefits. We offer salaries that are at least comparable with the top charities in the UK, as well as these benefits.
- Generous annual leave - 29 days per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees (pro-rata for part-time). 32 days per annum after five years' continuous service.
- Employee discounts - Our discounts portal gives you online access to over 3,000 discounts and offers.
- The Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - an independent, free, personal support service. It can provide information, support and advice to support your health and wellbeing.
- Pension - building up a good pension is something we want to help you achieve with our flexible, tax-efficient pension schemes.
- Life assurance scheme - All employees will be given life assurance of one times their salary, unless they join the NSPCC Group Personal Pension Scheme, where members are given life assurance of five times their salary.
Join us and make a difference. You'll grow, be challenged, and help change millions of young lives for the better.
Ready to apply?
If this is the role for you, please click the button ‘apply' to start your journey. You can find more information on all recruitment stages on the Career page.
Still have questions about the role?
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Katie Fudge katie.fudge@nspcc.org.uk
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