Chief Executive Officer

Jobs With Purpose Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charitable organization in the North East of England seeks a Chief Executive Officer to provide inspiring leadership and operational management. The role requires a proven track record in senior leadership, strong financial skills, and a commitment to safeguarding and equality. The position offers a salary of £48,000 along with generous leave and flexible arrangements, contributing to a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Generous annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Workplace pension scheme

Staff wellbeing package

Qualifications

• Track record in a senior leadership role within the charity, public, or related sector.
• Strong people management skills.
• Experience of partnership working and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and operational management to ensure impactful services.
• Work with the Board to set and deliver strategic priorities.
• Oversee service delivery and compliance with standards.

Skills

Senior leadership experience

Financial management skills

Organisational management skills

Partnership working

Stakeholder engagement

Income generation

Commitment to equality and diversity

Job description

For over 25 years, Acorns has supported children, young people, and families impacted by domestic abuse across North Tyneside and Northumberland. Their holistic, trauma-informed approach helps survivors recover, rebuild, and thrive.

They are nationally recognised as an example of best practice by the Domestic Abuse Commissioner for England & Wales. With strong foundations in place, this is an exciting time to join us and lead the next stage of their journey.

The Role

As Chief Executive Officer, you will provide inspiring leadership and operational management, ensuring services continue to deliver life-changing impact. You will also drive financial sustainability, develop partnerships, and represent Acorns locally, regionally, and nationally.

Key responsibilities include:

• Working with the Board of Trustees to set and deliver strategic priorities.
• Leading staff and embedding a culture of wellbeing, inclusivity, and accountability.
• Overseeing service delivery and ensuring compliance with safeguarding and regulatory standards.
• Securing and diversifying income to sustain long-term growth.
• Acting as ambassador for Acorns and advocating for survivors of domestic abuse.

About You

Acorns are seeking an inspiring, values-driven leader with:

• A track record in a senior leadership role within the charity, public, or related sector.
• Strong people, financial, and organisational management skills.
• Experience of partnership working, stakeholder engagement, and income generation.
• Commitment to trauma-informed practice, safeguarding, and equality, diversity, and inclusion.

What They Offer

• Salary of £48,000
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• Workplace pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Staff wellbeing package

How to Apply

To apply for this role, you should submit a CV along with a short statement regarding your suitability - a full candidate pack will be sent to suitably qualified applicants along with further instructions and an opportunity to discuss the role in detail.

All applicants will be responded to.