Individual Giving Legacy Fundraiser Individual Giving Legacy Fundraiser £31,906 pa (FTE) Use your creativity, drive and relationship-building skills to grow income that helps Bluebell Wood be there for every baby, child and young person who needs us. Join us as our Individual Giving & Legacy Fundraiser and be part of a team that is building something special -growing sustainable income, striving for excellence, and delivering results that make a real difference. This is a role for someone who wants to take ownership, see results, and be part of a team working together to achieve more — more support, more reach, more impact. We’re ambitious, collaborative and always looking for better ways to connect with supporters. We test, learn, improve and deliver because the income we generate is what enables us to provide vital care. Your work will help drive the income that ensures every family can access the care they need, when and where they need it. About us: Our vision at Bluebell Wood is for every baby, child and young person with a life limiting condition to access specialist palliative care, where and when they need it. You will join our fantastic team where we all play our part in achieving our vision and creating an incredible culture for everyone. Download our strategy document here Our services Our uncompromisable support services are wide-ranging and bespoke to each family. We provide symptom management, end-of-life care, post-death care, short breaks, counselling, sibling support groups, music therapy, home visits and more. We support families across a large geographical area, including South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire, North Derbyshire and parts of North Lincolnshire. The hospice is easily accessible from Barnsley, Rotherham, Doncaster, Sheffield and North Notts. We have free secure on-site parking for families, staff and volunteers to use. Every year we need to raise £6.7m to keep our doors open and only around 17% of our income comes from government sources, the rest must be raised through fundraising activity. The role: In this role, you’ll lead the development of individual giving and legacy income — attracting new supporters, deepening relationships, building strong pipelines and creating journeys that grow long-term value and loyalty. Using data, insight and creativity, you’ll shape and deliver campaigns, strengthen regular giving and build awareness of legacy giving in ways that feel personal, relevant and impactful - driving the income that ensures more children and families can access the care they need. What you’ll do Strategic Planning Develop and implement a growth strategy for Regular Giving, including acquisition, retention, upgrade pathways, and mid-level donor development. Lead on the development and effective delivery of legacy messaging across channels, ensuring consistent and inspiring communication that builds awareness and drives pledges. Support strategic planning for Trusts & Grants, In Memory Giving, and Legacy awareness, ensuring alignment with overall fundraising goals. Campaign & Product Delivery Lead the creation and delivery of Regular Giving and mid-level donor products, campaigns, and donor journeys. Develop and promote legacy giving initiatives, including Make a Will Month, seasonal appeals, and messaging that builds a pipeline of legacy pledges and gifts. Work with external suppliers (e.g. creative agencies, mailing houses) and internal teams to deliver high-quality assets and campaigns. Collaboration & Support Work closely with Marketing, Supporter Engagement, Commercial Insights and Finance teams to ensure integrated delivery and maximise supporter value and retention. Support fundraising events and initiatives as needed. Respond to supporter enquiries via mail, email, and phone, providing excellent customer service. Work positively and proactively with our volunteer supporters. Manage relationships with external consultants for Trusts & Grants and Legacy fundraising, oversee canvassing agents and ensuring all activity aligns with the hospice’s fundraising strategy and values. What you’ll bring Experience in individual giving, legacy fundraising, donor development or a similar supporter-focused fundraising role. A creative approach to campaigns, communications and supporter journeys. Confidence using insight, data and performance measures to improve results and grow income. Strong relationship-building skills and a positive, proactive approach to supporter engagement. Experience of working with agencies, suppliers or external partners to deliver high-quality activity. A values-led mindset, with the initiative to take ownership, work collaboratively and make things happen. Why join Bluebell Wood? Your work will directly help children and families access expert care and support. You’ll have the freedom to bring ideas to life in a creative, collaborative and purpose-driven team. You’ll be part of a values-led organisation where individuality is welcomed and development is encouraged. About you: Our values underpin what we do and how we do it. To succeed in this role, we are looking for someone who will embody our values, work confidently with key attention to detail, engage with everyone in our hospice, and has an absolute willingness to learn. Download full details of our values here What we offer: A friendly, incredible working environment along with the following benefits: 33 days’ holiday entitlement, including bank holidays with the option to buy and sell leave Employee assistance programme - including mental health care and out of hours GP access A commitment to your professional development Matched pension scheme of 5% of salary Bluebell Wood enhanced maternity and paternity pay (unrelated to NHS conditions) Enhanced night shift pay. Free parking on main site Subsidised lunch Free tea and coffee Cycle to work scheme Eligible for NHS Blue Light Card Access to rewards portal If you’re ready to use your skills to make a lasting difference for children and families, we’d love to hear from you. Ready to join us? Apply now and help us build lasting support for children and families who need Bluebell Wood. If you’d like an informal chat about the role, please contact Samantha Wood, Income Generation & Communications Director, on 01909 393 296 or by email at [email protected] Download the job description and person specification here Equal opportunities monitoring form Please download the job description and person specification for more information and if you think you have what we are looking for, submit your CV, Supporting Statement and Equal opportunities monitoring form to [email protected] Closing date: Monday 6th July 2026 Interview date Wednesday 22nd July 2026 We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive work place that reflects the communities we support, and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of gender, sex, ethnicity, race, religion, education, socioeconomic background, disability, or sexual orientation. We will do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout our recruitment process. 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