Save the Children

WE ARE MORE THAN JUST OUR JOBS

We believe a job should be more than what you do to make a living. We want Save the Children UK to be a place where you can do great work that makes a lasting difference for children around the world, make valuable connections and feel supported whilst having some fun along the way

WE ARE OUR VALUES

We are ambitious

We are demanding of ourselves and our colleagues, set high goals and are committed to improving the quality of everything we do for children.

We have integrity

We aspire to live to the highest standards of personal honesty and behaviour. We never compromise our reputation and always act in the best interests of children.

We are accountable

We take personal responsibility for using our resources efficiently, achieving measurable results, and being accountable to supporters, partners and, most of all, children.

We collaborate

We respect and value each other, thrive on our diversity, and work with partners to leverage our global strength in making a difference for children.

We are creative

We are open to new ideas, embrace change, and take disciplined risks to develop sustainable solutions for and with children.

WE ARE ALSO...

Many of our employees have replaced their office desk with their kitchen table, the morning commute with the morning walk, and the watercooler chats with virtual hangouts. But even as life at Save the Children UK continues to evolve, one factor remains constant for our employees – we will continue to be connected wherever we are

We have embraced a hybrid way of working and in person time is mostly dedicated to collaborating and connecting with one another. Some of us also just enjoy working from the office.

There are a variety of ways to stay connected with our colleagues:

Sports Teams

Our sports teams are inclusive so everyone and all abilities all welcome. Come along and give netball, softball or football a go, whether you’re a competitive player, new to the game or joining us on one of socials
Hobby clubs

If sports aren’t your thing, then there is an ever growing list of groups and clubs that you can get involved in …from the Podcast Club, Theatre Group and even the Language Clubs. Whether formal or informal there should be something for you, and if not, you can start your own club or group. If there’s an interest, there’s room for it here at Save the Children UK.
Birthday Tea with the CEO

Whether you’ve been at Save the Children UK for 12 days, 12 months or 12 years, if you have a birthday in the upcoming month you are invited to have catch up with fellow birthday month colleagues and the CEO.
Team Socials

Most department and teams arrange activities where you can connect both inside and outside of work. But our get togethers aren’t just limited to your teams – we have organisation wide get togethers too. Our most popular is our annual Save the Children Christmas Jumper Day and the accompanying “Wooly Awards” to reward the most creative jumpers
Volunteering

There are always volunteering opportunities for employees to gain exposure to areas of the organisation and see our fundraisers or retail customers in action. Whether it’s helping out at the London Marathon whilst cheering on the runners or putting in a shift at one of our charity shops – there’s a volunteering opportunity for everyone

We do our best work for children around the world when our employees are welcomed and included. Our Employee Network Groups play a critical role in helping us to create a culture of inclusion for all.

Not only are they are a great way to raise awareness and understanding across the wider organisation, they also provide a way for employees with shared interests, cultures, identities and backgrounds to network, collaborate and use their unique expertise and perspective to enhance the work environment and positively impact the organisation.

Here’s what some of our employees have had to say about our Employee Network Groups include:

Black, Asian & Minority Ethnics (BAME) Network

“It is a real pleasure to be a Chair of the BAME Network, and work with staff to ensure we continue the hard work of our founding members. We firmly believe if charities cannot be inclusive, then who can? And use this mantra to continue to push for equality for all staff, irrespective of their background”

Thaiba Akhter, UN Account Manager (and Chair of the BAME Network)
Disabilities Equalities Network

“The work the whole Network has been involved in has really made people with disabilities more visible within Save the Children UK and hearing messages from others in the organisation who have shared their experiences, is really humbling and inspiring. So much work has been done in changing and informing policies: from connecting with Save he Children International to support children with disabilities and their family, and the growth in the Network's membership and engagement, and all of this just shows how brilliant being part of the Network can be. Plus, we're super supportive of one another, which is brilliant connection to have when you're struggling with anything.”

Lucy Hall, MEAL Programme Officer Humanitarian Capacity Building
LGBT+ Allies Network

“This wasn't my first Pride, but it was certainly the proudest I have ever felt to be marching. With staff from across every division of Save the Children UK, and with colleagues from Save the Children International, we had rainbow Charlie Brown branded t-shirts emblazoned with the words 'Proud to Stand with Every Child'. I'm confident in saying that every single one of us felt that pride as we danced, marched, cheer-led and generally made a huge spectacle of ourselves along the parade route for our organisation!”

Rebecca McDowell, Change Project Manager
Parents & Carers Network

“I joined the parents and carers networking within a month of joining Save the Children. It felt really important to me that as I settled in to a new organisation and work priorities, I also had a space to share and learn from others about how I could fit my role around being a carer. Being able to hear from others about how they have managed similar transitions, and being able to contribute my opinions on relevant internal policies means that I feel like I'm taking an active part in the organisation, and hopefully contributing to a more inclusive environment for all.”

Kate Oliver, Senior Education Adviser

“Coming back from maternity leave felt really daunting, and I had such a mix of emotions being apart from my baby. The parents’ and carers network was so helpful and supportive for the transition back to work. Just having a chat with other parents and carers, and realising that everyone is in the same boat and going through the same challenges was reassuring. We also had a lot of laughs about the funny things that our kids were doing! On a serious note, the parents and carers network is really important to enable this group of people with specific issues and challenges to be able to feed into key policy decisions that affect them, and make sure they work for them. We also have representation from Senior leaders and regular time with the CEO to discuss pressing issues, which makes us feel listened to and valued as parents and carers.”

Anita Pathak, UK Government Partnerships Manager
Environmental Network

“The Environmental Staff Network gives me an opportunity for meeting people from across the organisation who work in different disciplines, hearing innovative ideas from a range of people, getting creative about the climate crisis, the range of activities from the smaller everyday actions to real organisational level changes.”

Ellie Dumper, Organisational Reporting Manager

“I joined the network because I’m passionate about climate change and the impact its having on children. I love learning from others and sharing the tips, swaps and changes I make.”

Dionysia Navarro, Senior New Business Manager

We believe that an informed workforce performs better so we can better the lives of more children around the world.

Information gives our employees the opportunity to always be “in the know” and get excited about the great work that is going on across the organisation, encourages open communication and an environment where open dialogue and questions are actively encouraged. It also helps us to understand our role in the organisation and how we help deliver on our mission and goals.

Below are just a few examples of how we stay informed about all the incredible work going on within Save the Children UK.

All Staff Meetings

We like to think that these are a refreshing break from your day to day work

They are a key cornerstone of our culture and a valuable way for us to get updated on how we are performing in our mission and gain exposure to different areas of the organisation. They are also a fantastic way to ask questions to our Senior Leadership Team are always present to answer any questions you may have.
Lunchtime Talks

Each lunchtime talk is hosted by speaker who will deliver short, insightful and entertaining presentations which are designed to inform, inspire and invigorate. Previous lunchtime talks have included famous guest speakers, specialists in the sector and life coaches on topics such as climate change, free training on IT software, current disaster issues, coaching & career guidance, women and the workplace, and even how to deal with pension and financial stability.
Internal Bulletins

From weekly updates, overviews of our media coverage or a quick snapshots of the top 5 things we’re all talking about, our internal bulletins are an exciting way to keep on top of current happenings as well as what exciting things are coming up in Save the Children UK.