After several months on the other side of the recruitment process, our Operations Coordinator has some honest reflections on what really makes candidates choose one employer over another. From clarity and transparency to values and human connection, here's what stood out, and what it means for charity and third sector HR teams.

Ten years after Shared Parental Leave was introduced, fewer than 5% of eligible partners are taking it. With the Employment Rights Act bringing day-one rights from April 2026, the baseline has shifted. But compliance is a floor, not a ceiling – especially for charities and values-led organisations.

The April 2026 Employment Rights Act reforms will impact sick pay, family leave, and whistleblowing protections. Discover 5 practical HR actions to prepare now.

Psychological safety at work is not about being “nice” or lowering standards. It is about creating an environment where people can speak up, challenge ideas and admit mistakes without fear. In this blog, we explore what psychological safety really means, why it drives high performance, and the practical leadership behaviours that make it possible.

Many managers avoid feedback not because they do not care, but because they care deeply. This blog explores why feedback feels so hard, the common barriers that get in the way, and practical tools to help leaders deliver feedback that is clear, kind and genuinely effective.

Working in the third sector is incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with unique challenges. Charities, social enterprises, and non-profits often operate with tight budgets, small teams, and high emotional demands. When the mission matters deeply, staff and volunteers frequently give everything they have. In some cases, that passion can tip into pressure, leading to occupational stress. What Is Occupational Stress? Occupational stress occurs when the demands of a role excee