About us

Martin House has been caring for babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions from West, North and East Yorkshire for more than 30 years. Every year we care for more than 550 families at our hospice in Boston Spa, in hospitals and in their own homes. We also support more than 200 bereaved families each year.

Martin House is entering one of the most exciting moments in its history. As we prepare to open our brand new hospice, we are growing our ambitions, expanding our impact, and shaping the future of children’s palliative care across our region.

We do things differently - from the exceptional care we provide to the innovative, sector-leading way we fundraise and engage our communities. And now, we are looking for a dynamic, imaginative and strategic Head of Mass Relationships to lead the next chapter of this journey. This is your chance to make your mark within a bold and forward-thinking organisation that is not afraid to think big.

Our ideal candidate 

As Head of Mass Relationships, you will work with our Head of Major Relationships to lead the strategy that powers our core income , motivating thousands of supporters, developing unforgettable campaigns, and inspiring people across the region to stand with Martin House.

You will:

• Lead and deliver an ambitious mass engagement strategy to drive sustainable income growth.
• Maximise all fundraising channels across Individual Giving (regular giving and lottery), Regional and Events Team and our Corporate Partners.
• Oversee innovative campaigns that raise funds and build emotional connection with our cause. 
• Support and inspire a talented team of Managers, bringing out their best, developing their skills and driving high performance. • Shape supporter journeys that feel personal and meaningful.
• Introduce new ideas, new technologies and new ways of working that keep Martin House ahead of the curve.
• Lead as a key member of the Income Generation Senior Leadership Team, helping embed positive change across the organisation. 
• Ensure all activity is governed by best practice, compliance and high quality insight.

This is a role for a creative strategist, a data informed thinker and a natural leader who can turn fresh ideas into measurable impact.

We are looking for someone who is: 

• Experienced in fundraising, marketing or donor development.
• Confident leading teams and driving large scale growth.
• Skilled in CRM systems, supporter journeys and understanding what makes people take action.
• Able to generate and analyse data to inform smart decisions.
• A strong communicator with brilliant interpersonal skills.
• Able to set direction, inspire others and embrace change.

If you’re excited by innovation, driven by purpose and motivated by the idea of creating lasting impact for families who need us , you will thrive here!

Our benefits

Martin House places families at the heart of all that we do and this is reflected in the amazing benefits we offer our valued team members. 

• Annual leave – eight weeks per year, including bank holidays
• Sick pay – six months full pay and six months half pay following successful completion of probationary period.
• Recognition of NHS pension scheme for candidates who are currently in the scheme and up to 10 per cent contributory AVIVA scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and partners leave to exceed the NHS entitlement.
• Health and wellbeing programme including access to free of charge Employee Assistance Programme for employees and their families.
• Accredited Menopause and Mindful employer.
• Life insurance – two times annual salary.
• Free parking at our children’s hospice in Boston Spa

If you’re excited by the chance to lead something special, apply today and help us build the future of Martin House!

Please apply via our website and complete an application form, referring to the Job Description and Person Specification which can be found here. For further information contact Robyn Mountain Wade, Director of Income Generation by email rmountainwade@martinhouse.org.uk.

Please note the closing date for applications is Midnight Monday 6 April 2026, and interviews will take place on 20th April 2026. If you have not heard from us by Friday 10th April, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK.