Reporting Line: Direct Report to the Charity Director
Contract type: Part-time, self-employed
Hours: 10-13 hours per week
Hourly Rate: £15-17 per hour

ABOUT SLOW

Based in London, SLOW (Surviving the Loss of Your World) has provided emotional and practical support for over eighteen years to bereaved parents and siblings after the death of a child, regardless of the child’s age, circumstances of death, or how long ago the death occurred.
Our unique, peer-led approach to supporting parents and siblings is highly regarded by both our members and professionals. In recognition of our impact, SLOW was honoured with The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service in 2015.

At the heart of our work are regular support groups for bereaved parents and siblings, all facilitated by trained individuals who have themselves experienced the death of a child or sibling. Members often describe these groups as a “lifeline.” This lived-experience model of bereavement support is central to SLOW’s ethos and is shaped directly by the needs and voices of those we serve.

SLOW is a registered charity with an annual income of approximately £190,000. The organisation maintains a stable resource base through a diverse mix of funding sources, including annual and multi-year grants, as well as targeted fundraising initiatives.
For more information, including our annual reports and accounts, please visit: slowgroup.co.uk

More information, including annual reports and accounts can be found at slowgroup.co.uk

Key Responsibilities:

• Under the leadership of the Charity Director, the Business Management Assistant is responsible for SLOW’s overall administration. You will assist the Charity Director in implementing the, business plan, managing contractual, and administrative matters, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• You will oversee the day-to-day administration operations, liaise with SLOW’s outsourced finance provider and provide administrative support to SLOW’s part-time Fundraiser
• As part of a small and dedicated team of staff and volunteers, you will help maintain and develop SLOW in line with its founding principles and ethos. The postholder may be required to take on tasks outside their primary responsibilities to support the effective running of the organisation.

Detailed Responsibilities:

Governance and Risk 

• Support the Charity Director in collating and preparing materials for SLOW’s quarterly and annual reports, as well as Board meetings.
• Maintain governance and regulatory records, constitutional documents, and statutory filings, including Charity Commission submissions.
• Assist in maintaining SLOW’s risk register and implementing policies, processes, and contractual arrangements to mitigate risks, including insurance cover.
• Provide support to staff and Trustees in organising sub-committee meetings and attend these meetings as required.

Data Management and Records

• Maintain and improve technology and data management systems across SLOW, including communication tools and the CRM system.
• Administer new referrals via Beacon, ensuring appropriate follow-up by facilitators.
• Support Facilitator Leads (Parents and Siblings) by compiling referral data and statistics.
• Assist in preparing content for SLOW’s quarterly and annual reports, particularly data on membership, attendance, fundraising events, and support group activities.
• Ensure all records comply with data protection and confidentiality standards, including maintaining relevant policies and supporting staff training where required.

Partnership and External Relationships

• Support the Charity Director in managing the documentation and contractual requirements of new collaborations or partnerships with external organisations.

Events and Fundraising Support

• Support the delivery of fundraising and social events as required.
• Organise and coordinate events celebrating SLOW’s work and community.
• Work closely with staff and volunteers to ensure the smooth running of events.
• Provide administrative support to the Fundraiser and volunteers for sponsored events and ad hoc fundraising initiatives.

Support Group Administration

• Promote forthcoming meetings and activities on the website and other appropriate channels.
• Source and book suitable venues for meetings and events.

Person Spec

Essential:

• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Working knowledge of current GDPR and data protection requirements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to work independently within a small team
• Proactive and solutions-oriented approach

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Charity Commission guidelines
• Experience working remotely within a small. High-performing team
• Familiarity with CRM systems (preferably Beacon)
• Experience working within a similar charity or non-profit organisation
• Personal experience as a bereaved parent or sibling

How to apply

Please apply for this post by Wednesday 10 December 2025 by sending a CV and covering letter of no more than two A4 pages describing how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with particular reference to the essential and desirable criteria in the person specification.

Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted, and an invitation to interview will be sent by email. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed either in person or via video conferencing, as the situation allows.

Applications to be sent to: recruitment@slowgroup.co.uk

SLOW is committed to enriching the diversity of our team to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve and to enhance the skills of our workforce. We actively encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply for this role if your skills match the job description.

SLOW, a charity supporting bereaved families, is seeking trustees with strategic planning experience and compliance/charity law experience to move the organisation to the next level.

ABOUT SLOW

Based in London, SLOW (Surviving the Loss of Your World) has offered emotional and practical support for over thirteen years to bereaved families that have lost a child in any circumstances. Our unique approach to working with parents and siblings is highly regarded by our members and professionals and we have won the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service – the MBE for volunteer groups.

Our work is centred around regular support groups for bereaved parents and quarterly creative workshops for bereaved siblings. Over the years SLOW has helped numerous bereaved parents by enabling them to share their experiences and our members regularly refer to our groups as a ‘lifeline’. Our model of bereavement support is unique in London and is a direct response to what bereaved parents have told us they need.

SLOW is a registered charity with an income of currently circa £140k each year. We have a strong group of six trustees, some of whom have been in post since the charity’s inception and others appointed more recently following a review, skills and needs audit. Each year two trustees step down but are eligible for re-election.

The charity has a stable resource base with a range of income sources – some annual, some on 3-year commitments and other funding resulting from planned and targeted approaches. The organisation has two employees and a team of ten facilitators as well as a strong voluntary commitment.  Some volunteers act as group facilitators and others support organisational work or the maintenance of the groups. More information, including annual reports, accounts and details of trustees can be seen on the website.

ABOUT THE ROLES

SLOW is seeking individuals with skills and experience in the following areas: clinical expertise in bereavement work, charity law and compliance, IT and also parents who have lost a child themselves.

The trustees would assist with the development of SLOW’s strategic plan and vision and help increase the charity’s impact and influence. There is the opportunity for one of the trustees to move into the Chair of Trustee’s role later down the line.

We are particularly interested to hear from trustees with knowledge or experience of:

• Accountancy/finance
• Fundraising
• Bereaved Parent/Sibling

General responsibilities 

• To ensure that SLOW complies with its governing document, charity law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.

• To ensure that the charity applies its resources to pursue the objectives outlined in the Constitution.

• To contribute actively to the board of trustees in giving firm strategic direction to SLOW, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.

• To safeguard the good name and values of the charity.

• To ensure the effective and efficient administration and financial stability of the charity.

Trustee Specification 

• Strategic vision and ability to think creatively.

• Good, independent judgement.

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship.

• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

• Experience of committee work and governance of a small charity.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• An understanding of bereavement and/or social and health care systems.

TIME COMMITMENT

There are currently four Trustee Board meetings a year, plus a strategy away day. These are usually held in Islington, North London.

The post is unremunerated, though reasonable travel expenses will be covered.

APPLICATIONS

Please apply by sending a CV and covering letter of no more than two A4 pages describing your interest in, and suitability for, this role to  recruitment@slowgroup.co.uk.

Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the current Chair and members of the Trustee Board, in person or via video conferencing, as the situation allows.

SLOW is committed to inclusivity and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people who have an interest in and understanding of bereavement and mental health. This role is subject to a DBS.

Reporting Line: SLOWSibs Lead Facilitator
Based at: Home and at venues across Islington, North London
Hours: 10-15 hours per workshop (dependant on activity)
Hourly Rate: £22

ABOUT SLOW

Based in London, SLOW (Surviving the Loss of Your World) has offered emotional and practical support for over eighteen years to bereaved families in the UK that have lost a child in any circumstances. Our unique approach to working with parents and siblings is highly regarded by our members and professionals and we are proud to have won the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service.

Our work is centred around regular support groups for bereaved parents, adult siblings and creative workshops for bereaved younger siblings. All our groups are facilitated by trained bereaved parents or siblings. Our members regularly refer to our groups as a ‘lifeline’. Our model of bereavement support is unique as it is delivered by individuals with lived experience of loss, and is a direct response to what bereaved parents have told us they need.

SLOW is a registered charity with an income of currently circa £185k. The charity has a stable resource base with a range of income sources – some annual, some on multi-year commitments and other funding resulting from planned and targeted approaches.

More information, including annual reports and accounts can be found at slowgroup.co.uk

Role description:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Facilitator with knowledge of bereavement support for children and young people to support the expansion of our existing bereavement sibling support service (known as SLOWSibs).

For this role, it’s essential that you are a bereaved sibling or parent of at least 4 years. This personal experience with grief will bring a genuine understanding that goes beyond professional training, helping create a space where bereaved siblings feel truly understood and supported. This connection is central to SLOW’s ethos and is what makes our work so impactful.

You will facilitate our monthly bereaved sibling workshops for children and young people, working closely with the Lead Facilitator, you will help create, design and implement creative support groups for bereaved siblings, across two age groups – 7-14 and 14-18. We are looking for someone who is passionate about the role of creativity in supporting children and young people after the death of their brother(s) or sister(s). Our ideal candidate will provide high quality, age-appropriate bereavement support through creative workshops. You will have
proven abilities to work with children and young people and their families.

You will work closely with the SLOWSibs Lead Facilitator and other bereaved sibling facilitators. You will work as part of a small team of paid and voluntary staff working to maintain and develop SLOWSibs in accordance with its founding principles and ethos. This is a self-employed, sessional role that requires travel to workshops taking place at the weekend (currently in and around Islington/North London).

Person Spec:
The successful candidate will bring experience and skills including must be a bereaved sibling or parent of at least 3 years, with personal knowledge and self-awareness in relation to grief and loss; and bring the following skills and experience:

Essential
• Being a bereaved sibling or parent of at least 3 years, with personal knowledge and self-awareness in relation to grief and loss
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Act as a positive ambassador for SLOW
• Proven and effective work using creative approaches to grief

Desirable:
• 2 years’ experience of working within a similar role
• Knowledge and experience of children and young people’s needs in bereavement
• Trained in, and with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in, counselling, facilitation and group dynamics
• Awareness of safeguarding best practice Computer literacy, including use of Microsoft Word and Excel and social media

Key responsibilities:
As a SLOWSibs Facilitator you will maintain the highest professional standards throughout the bereavement service.
Your responsibilities will include:-
• The operational aspects of SLOWSibs activities, led by the Lead Facilitator to include; organisation of group sessions and support with any membership related administration (including but not limited to):
• Facilitating, developing and delivering the SLOWSibs workshops ensuring they provide high quality, creative therapy support to bereaved siblings
• Supporting the Lead Facilitator to prepare reports for the Program Manager and, or Charity Director and update on substantive matters related to the activities of SLOWSibs, that may include themes, feedback, safeguarding concerns

Risk and Controls:
• Ensure you follow all systems and processes that are in place for appropriate management of risks across all aspects of the SLOWSibs program.
• Promptly escalating any identified risk concerns to the Lead Facilitator, Program Manager, Charity Director or the Chair of Trustees as appropriate, in a timely manner
• Ensure SLOW’s safeguarding are adhered to at all SLOWSibs events.
• Maintaining a strong understanding and application of confidentiality and professional boundaries, and ensuring that personnel, parent and sibling users and volunteer files are securely stored and privacy /confidentiality is maintained within SLOW in all interactions with users and external parties

Administration:
• Where necessary, support the Lead Facilitator with any contribution to regular reporting and other internal meetings as required from time to time such as meetings of the Trustee Board and its subcommittees

Quality Assurance:
• Keep abreast of developments in the latest bereavement thinking/literature and proposing any changes to enhance SLOW’s services
• Undertaking ongoing professional development in the latest child and sibling bereavement thinking/literature
• Maintaining good lines of communication in all aspects of SLOWSib’s work, both within the team and with other bereavement professionals

If you are interested in applying but feel that you may not fully meet the person specification, we would like to encourage you to have an informal conversation with our Programme Lead, Shushma, before submitting your application. This conversation will provide an opportunity to discuss the role, ask any questions, and explore whether it might be a good fit for you.

If you would like to arrange a chat, please email shushma@slowgroup.co.uk.

How to apply:
Please apply for this post by Sunday 14th September by sending a CV and covering letter of no more than two A4 pages describing how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with particular reference to the essential and desirable criteria in the person specification.

Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted, and an invitation to interview will be sent by email. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by members of the SLOWSibs Team, either in person or via video conferencing, as the situation allows.

Applications to be sent to: recruitment@slowgroup.co.uk

SLOW is committed to enriching the diversity of our team to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve and to enhance the skills of our workforce. We actively encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply for this role if your skills match the job description.