Around 70 members of staff employed to deliver a support programme are set to transfer from one charity to another.
The Research in Practice programme, run by the Dartington Hall Trust since 1996, is set to become part of the National Children’s Bureau (NCB).
There are approximately 70 members of staff in the programme, who will all be joining NCB. This will bring NCB’s staff total to around 210.
Data filed with the Charity Commission puts NCB’s total income at £10.9m and Dartington Hall Trust’s at £15.0m, with the latter employing 320 people.
NCB said its trustees fully support the transfer, which should be completed this month.
Research in Practice works with and for professionals in the social care, health, criminal justice and higher education sectors offering resources, learning opportunities and specialist expertise.
With Dartington Hall Trust refocusing its strategy, and Research in Practice tripling in size, the opportunity arose for a change that all parties “are delighted with”, according to a statement from NCB.
It adds there will be no disruption to project delivery, staffing or the support provided to the Research in Practice Partner network as a result of it joining NCB.
‘Our collective work has never been more important’
Dez Holmes, director of Research in Practice, said: “We will always be proud of our Dartington heritage, but we are excited to be joining such an esteemed organisation.
“The pressures facing the sector mean that our collective work has never been more important.
“NCB and Research in Practice know what a privilege it is to support our colleagues doing vital work in such tough circumstances.
“Our shared values and the clear synergy between our respective expertise means we can achieve even greater impact. We are excited about this next chapter and delighted by the warm response we’ve had to this news.”
Anna Feuchtwang, chief executive of NCB added: “Our impact has been built on our ability to learn and evolve; Research in Practice’s expertise and well-deserved reputation for high-quality, evidence-informed work will greatly enhance our organisation and our ability to work across the systems that support children and adults to live better lives.
“This year we are excited to be launching our new five-year strategy and welcoming Research in Practice as our newest NCB family member. In 2024, we are laying the foundations for a brighter future for children and families, we are growing, and we are ambitious for change.”
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