We are seeking an experienced Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser to join the Primary Science Teaching Trust in a part-time, home-based role. You will help establish a new high-value fundraising programme, securing support from charitable trusts and foundations to strengthen primary science teaching and reach more children across the UK.
About the Primary Science Teaching Trust (PSTT)
PSTT is a charity working to strengthen primary science education across the UK. We believe every child should be engaged and inspired by science from an early age. We help teachers build on children’s natural curiosity, enabling children to explore, understand and ask questions about the world around them.
Each year, our team of Primary Science Mentors works with over 5,000 teachers through training, in-school services and online lessons that model excellent science teaching. Our Priority Areas Initiative concentrates our most intensive support in parts of the UK where schools and teachers have less access to primary science expertise and professional development.
We also offer tried-and-tested resources that support science teaching, planning and assessment. Our Primary Science Teacher College brings together over 200 outstanding teachers who help shape and influence science teaching across the UK.
Job summary
This is an opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to join PSTT as we establish a new high-value fundraising programme. Working alongside our Corporate Partnerships Manager, the Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser will play an important role in developing this area of our work.
The successful candidate will build and manage a strong pipeline of trusts and foundations, research funding opportunities, prepare high-quality applications and develop positive relationships with funders.
Working closely with colleagues across PSTT, they will help turn our strategic priorities into compelling funding proposals, supporting the charity to extend its reach and impact.
Key facts about this role
Salary Starting salary £22,805 per year (0.6 FTE), based on a full-time equivalent of £38,009 (PSTT scale point 21)
Pension and benefits Employer pension contribution (5%), enhanced sick pay and maternity/paternity/adoption pay and employee assistance programme
Location Home-based, with occasional travel for meetings with PSTT colleagues and funders
Hours 21 hours per week, usually worked over 3 days between Monday and Friday (0.6 FTE). Working pattern to be agreed with the successful candidate
Contractual basis Permanent
Line manager Corporate Partnerships Manager
Annual leave 28 days per year plus public holidays (both pro rata)
Job responsibilities
Strategy, prospect research and pipeline management:
- Develop and implement a trusts and foundations fundraising plan aligned with PSTT’s strategic priorities.
- Research and identify charitable trusts and foundations whose funding interests align with PSTT’s work.
- Build and manage a pipeline of prospective funders and funding opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records of prospects, relationships and applications using PSTT’s CRM system.
- Monitor developments in the trusts and foundations fundraising landscape.
Applications and proposition development:
- Lead the preparation and submission of high-quality funding applications, expressions of interest and proposals.
- Work with colleagues to develop compelling, evidence-led and fully costed funding propositions.
- Ensure funding proposals and commitments are realistic, deliverable and aligned with organisational priorities.
Funder relationships, stewardship and reporting:
- Build and maintain positive relationships with prospective and existing funders.
- Coordinate stewardship activities and prepare narrative and financial reports for successful grants.
- Identify opportunities to secure renewed, increased or multi-year funding.
Fundraising systems, governance and collaboration
- Follow PSTT’s fundraising policies, due diligence procedures and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to fundraising forecasts, pipeline reviews and reporting.
- Work closely with the Corporate Partnerships Manager to develop a coordinated approach to high-value fundraising.
- Collaborate with colleagues across PSTT to support effective funding applications and reporting.
Full details of the responsibilities and person specification are available in the application pack below.
How to apply
- If you would like more information about the role, please contact our Corporate Partnerships Manager, Michelle Jeffcott, at michelle.jeffcott@pstt.org.uk to arrange an informal discussion.
- Complete the official application form and return it to info@pstt.org.uk by 12:00 midday, Wednesday 25 November 2026. Please complete the Supporting Statement as fully as possible, explaining how you meet the criteria in the person specification. This will form the main evidence used during shortlisting. Please do not send a CV or additional supporting documents, as these will not be considered.
- Please complete our Equalities and Diversity Monitoring Form. This is optional and anonymous and will not form part of the selection process.
We anticipate holding interviews during the week beginning Monday 7 December 2026.
PSTT is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us.
Click the links below to view documents
Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser Application Pack
Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser Application Form
