Chief Executive Officer

Wales Restorative Approaches Partnership; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A transformative social organization is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead and innovate, focusing on restorative values and community well-being. The role offers flexibility, allowing for both full-time and part-time options. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership experience in restorative practices and a commitment to equity and community engagement. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of restorative work in the UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary with year-end bonus

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Extensive people leadership and organisational management experience.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships at senior levels.
• Experience in restorative, trauma-informed, or aligned practice.
• Skill in leading change and securing funding.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic vision, mission and culture with the Board and partners.
• Model restorative and trauma-informed leadership.
• Drive growth, innovation and sustainability across services.
• Represent W.R.A.P. nationally and internationally.

Skills

People leadership

Organisational management

Restorative practice

Communication skills

Education

Advanced restorative practitioner or trainer certification

Experience in the not-for-profit sector

Job description

Chief Executive Officer

Location : Cardiff (CF24 3AD) & Hybrid

Salary : £55,000 FTE (Full-Time or Part-Time options available)

Hours : Full-Time (37.5 hrs per week) or Part-Time (22 hrs per week)

Closing Date : Monday 24 November 2025 - 10 : 00 a.m.

Interview Date : Monday 8 December 2025

Lead Change. Restore Relationships. Shape the Future!

Are you a visionary leader passionate about restorative values, social justice, and community wellbeing

If you are an

Advanced Restorative Practitioner or Trainer (preferably RJC recognised), this is an opportunity to join us in a full-time leadership role where you can combine strategic influence with restorative practice delivery.

We also welcome applications from candidates who bring strong leadership skills and restorative values but do not yet hold this qualification for whom the role will be offered at 22 hours per week.

Wales Restorative Approaches Partnership is seeking a

Chief Executive Officer

to lead us into our next exciting phase of development and growth, following the forthcoming retirement of our founding Director.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of restorative working in Wales and beyond.

Our mission is simple but profound, to build, maintain and repair relationships through restorative approaches. We believe that everyone can be restorative, and we're looking for a leader who can bring that belief to life every day.

• Criminal Justice
• Education
• Families
• Communities
• Business

Through this work, we help individuals and organisations build trust, repair harm, and foster compassion, accountability, and inclusion.

About the Role

As Chief Executive Officer, you will :

• Lead our strategic vision, mission, and culture, working collaboratively with the Board, Senior Leadership Team, and partners.
• Model restorative and trauma-informed leadership, embodying values such as equity, empathy, compassion, and accountability.
• Drive strategic growth, innovation, and sustainability across our services and partnerships.
• Represent W.R.A.P. nationally and internationally as our key ambassador and spokesperson, influencing policy and shaping the future of restorative practice.
• Lead by example, maintaining a strong connection with delivery work through training, consultation, or complex case practice (circa 40% of role).
• This role can be offered full‑time or part‑time, providing flexibility for the right candidate.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for a leader who is both strategic and compassionate, capable of inspiring others while maintaining operational excellence.

You'll have :

• Extensive people leadership and organisational management experience.
• A proven ability to build, maintain, and repair relationships at senior and strategic levels.
• Demonstrable experience in restorative, trauma-informed, or aligned practice.
• The ability to lead change, grow partnerships, and secure sustainable funding and investment.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with confidence representing an organisation publicly.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing in leadership.

It would be advantageous to have :

• Advanced restorative practitioner or trainer training (RJC recognised).
• Experience in the not-for-profit or social enterprise sector.
• Strategic experience across W.R.A.P.'s core sectors.

Why join us

Be part of a values‑led organisation that changes lives and communities for the better.

Join a family‑friendly, supportive team that prioritises wellbeing, collaboration, and inclusion.

Enjoy a competitive salary with the potential for a year‑end bonus.

Benefit from hybrid working, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make the role your own.

If you wish to discuss the role, please contact us, our landline number may be found on our website.

If you're the ideal candidate we are looking for, please click APPLY today!

Your CV will be assessed and if you have the skills we are looking for you will receive an application pack via e‑mail.

This MUST be completed for your application to be considered.

No agencies please.