Tender and Bid Writer

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Job summary

A charitable organization in Cheltenham is seeking a Tender and Bid Writer to join its Business Development team. You will identify tender opportunities, prepare high-quality submissions, and secure funding for impactful projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail. This full-time role offers a salary of £35,000 per year and comprehensive benefits including generous holiday and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days holiday, plus public holidays

Enhanced pension (5% employer contribution)

Enhanced sick pay

Life Assurance cover

Free healthcare cashback plan or discounts

Comprehensive training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in writing successful tenders and funding bids.
• Knowledge of online tendering portals, SSQ formats and funding applications is essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify tender opportunities and craft compelling submissions.
• Prepare high-quality tender responses and funding applications.
• Collaborate with operational teams to tailor content.
• Manage documentation and ensure timely submissions.
• Secure grant and trust funding to support projects.
• Undertake research in support of business strategy.

Skills

Excellent written English

Verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Collaborative approach

Ability to manage deadlines

Tools

Online tendering portals

SSQ formats

Funding applications

Job description

Role overview

Are you a talented bid writer with a passion for social impact?




We're looking for a skilled Tender and Bid Writer to join our Business Development team at CCP. In this role, you'll identify
tender opportunities, craft compelling submissions, and contribute to the success of our tendering and fundraising activity across
a wide range of services and localities.




What You'll Do

* Monitor procurement portals and opportunities
* Prepare high-quality tender responses and funding applications
* Collaborate with operational teams to tailor content
* Manage documentation and ensure timely submissions
* Secure grant and trust funding to support our projects
* Undertake research in support of our business strategy




We're seeking someone with proven experience in writing successful tenders and funding bids, with excellent written English and
verbal communication skills. Attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines is a must, as is having a collaborative,
driven approach and a commitment to CCP's values.

Knowledge of online tendering portals, SSQ formats and funding applications is essential.




Join us and help deliver positive change in the lives of vulnerable people across our communities.






Come and join a Charity focused on people rather than profit.




About Us




Established in 1989, Caring for Communities and People (CCP) is a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment to
addressing homelessness, family breakdown, and social exclusion. We are driven by our values-based approach, caring deeply about
the individuals and families we serve. Our supportive programs aim at developing long-term solutions to societal challenges. Over
the years, we've consistently made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South
Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon.




What We Offer

At CCP, you're not simply entering a workplace; you're immersing yourself in an exceptional and nurturing environment. Our
unwavering commitment to your growth is evident in our meticulously designed, personalised training pathways aimed at propelling
your career to new heights. Join a community of seasoned professionals who are genuinely excited about supporting your progress.
Make the transformative choice for your career—choose CCP.




Why join us?

* 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with an additional day added per year and option to purchase more^
* Enhanced pension (5% employer contribution)
* Enhanced sick pay (up to 30 days full pay and 30 days half pay)
* Life Assurance cover (3 times your annual salary in the event of your death)
* Free subscription to Benenden healthcare cashback plan or Perkbox discounts
* Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development.
* Option to join various groups, including Proud2Be, Green Impact, Health & Safety, and Health and Wellbeing.
* In-house Workplace Welfare Manager for support when needed.
* We make an Impact, check our latest report https://impact.ccp.org.uk/ [https://impact.ccp.org.uk/]




(Benefits are for contracted staff only not bank workers)




Are Your Values Aligned with Ours?

We look for staff who embody our SPIRIT values:

Show gratitude and appreciation of others.

Demonstrate personal and professional pride.

Integrity is everything.

Reflect and learn.

Continuous improvement.

Take your best self wherever you go.




How to Apply

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to start your journey with CCP.




Position: Tender and Bid Writer (1002)

Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Location: Cheltenham

Pay: £35,000 per year

Closing Date: 31st August 2025 - CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed.




CCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.




Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. We adopt a consistent and thorough process of safer recruitment to
ensure that people who are unsuitable to work with children, young people and adults are prevented from doing so.



We believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily
prevent you from joining CCP. Please note this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.




Please review the attached job attachments for further insights.




^Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be
compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing
additional holidays is capped at 5 per year.







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