Freelance Bid Writer

Rehability UK; Nechells; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare group is seeking a Freelance Bid Writer to produce high-quality tender submissions that secure contracts and drive growth. The role offers flexibility with hybrid working and requires significant experience in bid writing, particularly in health and social care. Strong communication skills and collaboration with diverse teams are essential. Competitive pay and opportunities for professional development are provided.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay

Flexibility to work remotely

Free training and professional development

Access to discounts via the Blue Light Card

£250-£500 refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successful bid writing with a minimum 70% success rate.
• Previous experience in health and social care, housing, or young people's services is desirable.
• Strong portfolio of written work.

Responsibilities

• Write and coordinate winning bid submissions across services.
• Collaborate with internal teams on bid strategies.
• Interpret tender specifications and evaluation criteria.
• Manage submissions via tender portals.
• Track progress and ensure all deadlines are met.

Skills

Outstanding written communication skills

Strong proof-reading

Excellent organisational skills

IT literate with strong Microsoft Office skills

Education

Degree level (desirable) or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Freelance Bid Writer

Location: Hybrid (occasional travel will be required)

Company: Rehability UK

About Rehability UK

Rehability UK is a well-established healthcare group known for our dedicated and professional teams. We support adults (19-60) with learning disabilities and complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Conditions, to live their best possible lives.

Our mission is simple: to provide friendly, professional, and inspirational care and support services that we would be proud to experience ourselves.

The Role

We are looking for a Freelance Bid Writer to craft compelling, high-quality tender submissions that secure successful outcomes. You will play a key role in helping Rehability UK retain existing contracts and secure new opportunities, directly contributing to our growth and sustainability.

This is a hybrid role (with occasional travel) requiring collaboration with colleagues across Operations and Central Teams, while also offering flexibility for home-based working.

Responsibilities

• Write and coordinate winning bid submissions across health, adult and children care, and housing services.
• Collaborate with internal teams to capture Rehability's expertise and articulate our service offer clearly and persuasively.
• Interpret tender specifications, evaluation criteria, and commissioner requirements.
• Work with data, research, and evidence to strengthen bid responses.
• Complete PQQs and manage submissions via tender portals.
• Support model and budget development alongside operational colleagues.
• Maintain a resource library of templates, stock answers, and best-practice materials.
• Track progress and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Review, evaluate, and improve submission quality for future tenders.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree level (desirable) or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record of successful bid writing (minimum 70% success rate preferred).
• Previous experience in health and social care, housing, or young people's services (desirable).
• Strong portfolio of written work (samples may be requested at interview).

Skills & Attributes

• Outstanding written communication skills with the ability to inspire and engage.
• Strong proof-reading, editing, and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to interpret and present data clearly and persuasively.
• Confident working in a fast-paced environment and meeting strict deadlines.
• IT literate with strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Collaborative and adaptable team player.

What We Offer

• Competitive rate of pay
• Flexibility to work remotely with occasional hybrid collaboration.
• Opportunity to work with one of the UK's leading social care providers.
• Free training and professional development.
• Access to discounts via the Blue Light Card.
• £250-£500 refer-a-friend bonus scheme (after 6 months of service).

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced freelance bid writer with a proven record of winning tenders and want to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join Rehability UK and help shape the future of our services through successful bid writing.