Children’s charity the NSPCC has proposed reducing its number of employees by 250, which is 15.5% of its total staff count, as part of a restructure.
Announcing the cuts, the charity said it had “not been immune to the challenges facing our sector” and would begin a 30-day consultation with impacted staff on its proposals from this month.
NSPCC said it aimed to ensure its long-term viability and increase its impact by confronting economic challenges “head on” and focusing its efforts “so that we’re able to make the greatest difference in keeping children safe”.
The charity said it had made some “very challenging decisions around the size and shape of our workforce and the services we provide, including ending some time-limited local initiatives” following a recent review.
However, it pledged to continue delivering Childline, its core schools programme, direct services for children and families and NSPCC helpline.
‘Tough decisions’
An NSPCC spokesperson said: “We understand how difficult this will be for those affected, along with the impact on the wider NSPCC family.
“We are working with those impacted by these proposals to ensure that they are fully supported through every step of this process.
“Everyone that works for, volunteers with and supports the NSPCC does so to change the lives of children, protecting them from abuse and neglect.
“Our work is only made possible by the commitment of our staff and the generosity of our supporters and volunteers, and we are incredibly grateful for their ongoing support.
“While these are tough decisions, we believe these proposals to be the right ones to make sure the NSPCC is here for children and young people for generations to come.”
In the year to March 2024, the charity’s overall income was £125m and its expenditure was £118m, according to its latest accounts.
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