Merton Young Person ( Unpaid work experience)

This placement will enable you to work across a number of Groundwork London’s teams to gain experience and knowledge of work within a charity that is focused on working with communities to build better futures by providing support, opportunities and spaces where they can grow, connect and succeed. We are looking for a young person who live, works or studies in the London Borough of Merton, and who wants to learn more about the charity and voluntary sector. During your placement, you’ll get out and about rather than being based in one place. You’ll work across several of our offices, visit our projects in action and meet other organisations we support, giving you a real insight into how charities create positive change in local communities. Send us a short video to let us know about you.

Closing Date: 12th October 2026

Salary: Unpaid

Contract: 37.5 hours a week, during usual working hours e.g. 9:30am to 5:30 pm

Head of HR & Support Services

At Groundwork, we believe strong communities are built by strong organisations. Behind every successful project, every life-changing programme and every thriving community is a team of talented people supported by outstanding leadership, systems and culture. We are seeking an exceptional Head of HR & Support Services to join our Senior Management Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation. This is a rare opportunity to lead across Human Resources, Facilities, Data Protection, Health & Safety and Corporate Support Services, ensuring that our people, infrastructure and governance are ready to support ambitious growth and lasting impact.

Closing Date: 19th October 2026

Salary: £44,972 – £49,662

Contract: 36.25

Senior Fundraising Officer

As our Senior Fundraising Officer (SFO) you’ll play a pivotal role Groundwork’s income generation, funding streams, project development and funder management activities across London and the South of England. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your skills to a fast-paced, varied role, leading a highly motivated, lively and expanding fundraising team! The main income generation specialisms and targets of this role are charitable trust/foundation grants, statutory grants and formal contract tenders.

Closing Date: 23rd October 2026

Salary: C.£35,000 per annum

Contract: 37.5 hours per week