Recruitment

We are currently recruiting for two positions.

1. A Communications and Press Officer

The Communications and Press Officer plays an important role in raising awareness of Hourglass’ mission, services, impacts and policy asks. The postholder will help shape how the organisation presents itself publicly, ensuring that the abuse of older people is communicated with clarity, authority and sensitivity.

Location: The role will be based full time in the Sudbury, Suffolk office
Duration: One-year fixed term with extension subject to funding
Salary: £25,583 – £28,016 per annum depending on experience
Hours of work: 35 hours per week – Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm. Some out of hours work may be required.
Reports to: CEO and DCEO

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Send a cover letter and your CV to recruitment@wearehourglass.org

Interviews to be held on a rolling basis.

2. Safeguarding Training and Development Lead

The Safeguarding Training and Development Lead will be central to strengthening safeguarding policies, expanding partnerships and delivering specialist training across the UK. This role will ensure that the charity’s approach remains victim-survivor focused, trauma informed, innovative and responsive to evolving risks in safeguarding older people across the UK.

Location: Home-based, with UK-wide travel as required
Duration: One-year fixed term with extension subject to funding
Salary: £40-45,000 per annum depending on experience
Hours of work: 35 hours per week (Monday–Friday, with some occasional out-of-hours duties)
Reports to: Director of Policy (Deputy CEO) & CEO with Key Relationships: Policy Unit, Frontline Services, Fundraising, External Partners, Training Participants