Chief Executive Officer

Woodcraft Folk; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead its ambitious new strategy as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. This home-based role, with travel across the UK, offers a competitive salary and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people. You will work closely with a passionate community to ensure the organisation thrives, focusing on co-operative values, inclusion, and sustainability. If you are an exceptional communicator with a commitment to social change, this is your opportunity to inspire and engage diverse audiences while shaping a resilient future.

Benefits

Home working allowance

Flexible working

Employee Assistance scheme

All equipment provided

Training budget available

Union recognition agreement

Dedicated staff representatives

Up to 5% pension contribution

28 days annual leave + Bank Holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Deep commitment to co-operative values and youth participation.
• Experience in leading staff teams and embedding a culture of collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Drive the delivery of the new strategy for the organisation.
• Engage with Board of Trustees, staff, volunteers, and partners.

Skills

Co-operative values

Partnership building

Charitable governance

Team leadership

Financial stewardship

Exceptional communication

Job description

We are seeking a Chief Executive Officer to join the team. This is a home-based position, with regular travel across the UK, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £41,531 to £50,997 per annum, pro rata.

As we celebrate our 100th year, Woodcraft Folk is looking to the future with ambition, hope and renewed purpose.

Rooted in a tradition of youth-led, co-operative education, Woodcraft Folk empowers young people to take action on the issues they care about – from social justice and peace to climate action and equality. With a brand new strategic plan focused on inclusion, financial and environmental sustainability we are poised to engage, empower and equip more children and young people to bring about social change.

About The Chief Executive Officer Role

As Chief Executive, you will be the driving force behind the delivery of our new strategy, shaping a resilient and future-focused organisation. You will work closely with our Board of Trustees, staff, volunteers and partners to ensure that Woodcraft Folk remains a thriving movement for children and young people.

Benefits Include

• Be part of a historic moment as we mark 100 years of co-operative youth-led social action.
• Lead an organisation with a passionate, values-driven community.
• Work in a role that makes a difference to young people's lives and futures.
  
  

Other benefits include: working from home allowance, flexible working, Employee Assistance scheme, all equipment provided, training budget available, Union recognition agreement, dedicated staff representatives, Up to 5% pension contribution, 28 days annual leave + Bank Holiday entitlement (pro rata), staffing policies which go beyond the statutory minimum.

What we are looking for in our Chief Executive Officer:

• Is deeply committed to co-operative values, inclusion and youth participation.
• Excels in building effective partnerships, engaging volunteer stakeholders and external organisations.
• Has a good understanding of charitable governance and is committed to active and meaningful democracy.
• Has experience in leading staff teams, embedding a culture of collaboration, development and impact.
• Understands the importance of financial stewardship, environmental responsibility and long-term sustainability in a charitable context.
• Is an exceptional communicator and ambassador, able to inspire and engage diverse audiences.
  
  

Closing date: 9am Monday 26th May

Interviews will take place on Thursday 5th or Friday 6th June

If you feel you have what it takes to become our Chief Executive Officer, then click ‘Apply' today and come and be part of our solution!