UCB Vacancies

UCB, one of the largest Christian media charities in the UK, has a vision of changing lives for good by the power of God's Word. Our mission is to offer every person, every place, every moment of the day the opportunity to hear, watch or read the Word of God in a relevant and engaging way. We do this through a range of platforms, including national Christian radio on DAB, UCB Player, our daily Bible devotional, The Word For Today, Christian resources and life-changing support.

Job Vacancies

Head of Fundraising

Job Type: Full-time Location: Broadcast Centre, Hanchurch, Stoke-on-Trent Job Description:

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We are seeking a passionate and visionary fundraiser to become our new Head of Fundraising. In this role you’ll shape and drive UCB’s fundraising strategy, bringing creative campaigns to life across direct mailings, digital, broadcast, and events. This role is about growing income, exploring fresh ideas, and building a strong, sustainable fundraising mix. You’ll also lead and inspire a talented team, fostering a culture of innovation, purpose, and collaboration. If you're passionate about Christian mission and excited to help more people engage with God’s Word, then perhaps this role is for you.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

Experience in a senior fundraising role, with a track record of achieving financial targets across multiple income streams.
Knowledge and hands-on experience in Direct Mail fundraising.
Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop others.
Excellent project management skills, capable of planning, executing, and evaluating campaigns.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join our caring Christian workplace, surrounded and supported by creative Christians united in purpose. Together, we’ll play a meaningful role in helping people across the UK encounter God in everyday moments. If you’re looking for work that reflects your faith, this is it.

Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

*In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing Christian and in agreement with UCB’s mission and values.

Location: Hybrid - Stoke on Trent (60% onsite, 40% home)

Closing date for applications: Thursday 29 May 2025
Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by Wednesday 4 June 2025

Interviews with UCB: 9 June 2025

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Head of Marketing

Job Type: Full-time Location: Broadcast Centre, Hanchurch, Stoke-on-Trent Salary: £45,000 per annum Job Description:

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Are you a big-picture thinker with a passion for digital communication and audience engagement? Do you thrive on leading creative teams and shaping campaigns that make a lasting impact?

We’re looking for an experienced, strategic marketing leader to join UCB as our new Head of Marketing. This is a senior role, leading a talented and enthusiastic team responsible for all of UCB’s marketing and promotional output – across print, digital, broadcast and social media.

You’ll bring a sharp eye for digital trends, be confident in overseeing website development, print and digital communications and have a track record of delivering strong, multi-channel campaigns. Your leadership will help us grow our audiences, increase awareness of UCB’s ministry, and keep us connected to our supporters in meaningful and measurable ways.

You'll work closely with the Director of Communications and colleagues across UCB to deliver clear, consistent messaging and creative campaigns that reflect UCB’s mission and values.

The essentials:

A strong background in marketing and communications – ideally in both digital and print.
Confidence leading strategy, campaigns, and people.
A good grasp of digital marketing tools and platforms.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
A heart for UCB’s mission and Christian ethos.

Location: United Christian Broadcasters Ltd., Broadcasting Centre, Hanchurch Lane, Stoke on Trent ST4 8RY (with the flexibility to work from home up to 40% of the time)

Closing date for applications: - Wednesday 21st May 2025 - Noon

Interviews: Friday 6^th June 2025

Salary: £45,000 per annum. Plus staff benefits that include life assurance of 4x salary, healthcare cash plan, and matched pension contributions up to 6%

For an application form and job description please visit www.ucb.co.uk/jobs

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UCB is a Christian Charity. Schedule 9 Part 1 (3a) and (3b) of the Equality Act 2010 apply to this vacancy

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Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Call Takers

Location: Operations Centre, Stoke-on-Trent Job Description:

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Join a buzzing atmosphere during the UCB Radio Appeal!

Volunteer call takers required

UCB is a vibrant Christian charity that runs two national Christian radio stations, a free Prayerline phone service, and the UCB Word For Today (one of the largest free Christian devotionals in the UK). All of these incredible resources are funded fully by our amazing supporters.

The Appeal: For a week in June 2025, UCB Radio invites its listeners to join together for a special 5-day Appeal. During this week, we share encouraging testimonies from those whose lives have been impacted by God through UCB, and we invite listeners to help CONTINUE changing lives by sowing financially into UCB’s Christian resources.

The Role: The phones are busy with our generous supporters calling in to give, so we need YOUR help! Appeal volunteers will have the opportunity to speak to our lovely callers by answering the donation line, processing donations, and thanking callers for their gifts. Based in our offices here in Stoke-on-Trent, you will have full support while on the phones, with a relaxed and friendly Appeal Team (made up of staff and other volunteers) by your side.

If you would like to spend a few hours enjoying the fun and energy of our Appeal week, have a good clear telephone voice, and are able to record data accurately, then please apply to come and join us!

We will provide all the training and support you’ll need to make it a fun and rewarding experience. For more information, please see the role description on our website.

This position will be based at our offices in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent. The next appeal week runs from Monday 9th to Friday 13th June 2025 and we ask that volunteers sign up to a minimum of 5 hours across the week. Food and refreshments will be provided to all volunteers.

No cold calling, no sales – inbound calls only. Would suit anyone with open availability during standard weekday working hours.

We run appeals 3 times a year as well as other opportunities available at UCB that may be of interest.

Closing date for applications: Friday 16^thMay 2025

For more details about UCB’s resources, visit www.ucb.co.uk

For information on how we use your personal data, visit www.ucb.co.uk/privacy

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Spark Content Creator (Volunteer)

Location: Remotely (wherever you are) or on site at the UCB Broadcast Centre, Hanchurch Lane, Stoke on Trent, ST4 8RY Application Deadline: 31/12/2025 Application Form: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/Y6HOJ4/

Working with: PR & Marketing Team

Profile: Spark is the brand new devotional app for kids. If you’re passionate about sharing the gospel with young people, UCB is looking for volunteer content creators to help us make, edit and produce daily Bible-themed videos.

Hours: We’re looking for volunteers to commit to being involved regularly – anything from 2 – 10 hours per month. Whatever you are able to offer.

Tasks include

· Working alongside our PR & Marketing team, along with other content creators, you’ll be helping to create and develop exciting Bible-based content for young people, based on a range of relevant topics

· Depending on skillset, developing video, audio and graphic based content

· Brainstorm with the wider team on new content and content ideas so we can keep things fresh and relevant

What we’re looking for…

· You need to be a Christian with a living faith and a good understanding of the Bible and biblical themes

· We’re looking for people from all-ages from 16+ who have the confidence and ability to connect with young people on digital and social platforms

· Good knowledge of social media and digital content creation

· Ability to make own content (with some proven experience). UCB will also work with you to fine-tune and polish what you produce

· The ability to work solo and to deadlines but also be able to integrate well into a team environment

What we can offer…

· The opportunity to be part of a brand-new resource right at the start, helping to shape it for the future and be involved in helping it to grow, grow, grow

· Time to work with a creative team who will help to polish your existing skills

· The chance to be part of a fun and supportive working environment, networking with other content creators

· The opportunity to be part of an exciting mission, sharing God’s Word with thousands of people across different platforms

To apply: Complete the volunteer application form and then show us what you can do by sending some examples of anything you have worked on previously.

Submissions for your video should be sent to hr@ucb.co.uk

If you would like an informal chat first, feel free to email Paula at pcummings@ucb.co.uk

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UCB Prayerline Phone Volunteer

Location: Home Based Job Description:

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Want to volunteer from the comfort of your own home? We might have the perfect volunteer position for you! The UCB Prayerline Team is looking for friendly and outgoing individuals, to join the team from different regions across the UK.

Your responsibilities will include answering the telephone for a minimum of two hours per week, and praying for callers quoting relevant Bible scriptures in order to encourage them during their current situation. For more information, please take a look at the role description.

The ideal volunteers will be people who are happy to offer their time flexibly during the day, evening or weekends and enjoy the challenge of listening and praying with people. As you’ll be asked to quote scripture, it’s a requirement that Prayerline volunteers are committed Christians in good standing with a local church. You'll be fully trained and supported and relevant equipment will be provided.

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Volunteer - Company Wide Positions

United Christian Broadcasters has some exciting opportunities for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about UCB and the work that we do. If you have a few hours to spare each week and want to get involved in helping advance God's Kingdom then we want to hear from you!

We currently have volunteer positions at both our Operations Centre in Burslem and Broadcasting Centre in Hanchurch. Our departments are diverse and require a range of people with different skills and abilities; you could be involved in tasks such as booking guests for a radio show, researching content for one of our publications, helping keep our buildings clean or packing material to be sent out to supporters.

We are looking for reliable volunteers who can contribute to the work of the ministry. If you have good communication skills, are well organised, reliable and can work independently or as a team player then come and get involved! Some roles will require volunteers who are computer literate or have good administration skills; whatever your abilities we would love to hear from you.

If you are interested in volunteering for UCB, please click the button below.

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