Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you bring energy, positivity and a can-do attitude? Prospect Hospice is looking for a Community Fundraiser to join our friendly, supportive team and help local families facing life-limiting illness.


You'll represent a charity with a person-centred approach to care, building strong relationships with community groups, businesses and supporters to secure vital funds for compassionate, specialist care.

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Hours: 37.5 hours per week (part-time considered - minimum 30 hours per week)

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The role

As a Community Fundraiser, you'll:

Build relationships with individuals, community groups, in-aid fundraisers, clubs/associations, volunteers and local businesses, attending events and inspiring supporters to reach their goals. Plan and deliver a calendar of community fundraising activities, working with the team to meet targets and steward supporters well. Manage key challenge events (London Landmarks, Swindon Half, Cycle Challenge, Bath Half and others) including budgets, suppliers and marketing to achieve net income targets and value for money. Lead the Christmas Tree Collection, securing sponsorship, coordinating volunteers and logistics, managing the budget and delivering income goals. Represent Prospect Hospice at events, cheque presentations and meetings as a confident ambassador for our mission. Work with the communications team to promote activity, ensuring fundraising regulations, health & safety and safeguarding requirements are met. Work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends, to maximise impact and exceed targets.

This is a dynamic, people-focused role where no two days are the same. You'll have the opportunity to take real ownership of community fundraising activity, build meaningful relationships, and see the direct impact of your work in supporting patients and families. If you're motivated by purpose, enjoy being out in the community, and want a role where your energy and ideas can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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What we're looking for

Experience building relationships with diverse groups and individuals Strong organisation and ability to manage a varied workload Excellent communication and public speaking skills Proactive, innovative approach to fundraising and supporter engagement Flexibility for some evening/weekend work Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
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Our Values

We're committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity of thought, ability and individuality, and we're proud to be a learning organisation that encourages innovation and continuous development.

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Benefits

27 days annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays) Generous contributory pension scheme and life assurance Discounts with local retailers, gyms and service providers including Blue Light Discount Card Employee Assistance Programme Family-friendly policies and practice Free on-site parking
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How to apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability and why you'd like to work with us.



Aspire Values

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Interviews will take place w/c 19

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and 26

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January 2026

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Equality & Diversity

Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

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Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we support. As part of our SAFER recruitment process, offers of employment will be subject to thorough checks, which may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online and social media checks and verification of qualifications. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.


You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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We review applications as they are received and may close the vacancy early--please apply as soon as possible.

Join us

Reference:

PH229
Salary:

27,917 - 31,106 FTE per year
Closing Date:

16/01/2026