Communities Locality Lead

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Selby; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working (hybrid)

Local government pension scheme

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a dynamic Head of Service to lead the Communities team for Selby & Ainsty. The role drives local projects with partners across public, business and voluntary sectors to empower communities and address local inequalities.

We seek an experienced leader with a passion for community empowerment, strong governance, and a collaborative approach to transforming local services and wellbeing. Hybrid working is supported.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in community development, asset-based community-led prevention, multi-agency partnership working or social regeneration.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Confidence working with councillors, partners and diverse communities.
• Ability to manage projects, budgets and staff.
• A proactive, creative and resilient approach.
• A commitment to inclusive, relationship-centred practice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support local projects, partnerships and community-led initiatives and action plans.
• Build strong relationships with other service teams, community anchor organisations, parish councils and local voluntary groups.
• Help communities shape services, influence decisions and access support.
• Drive place-based approaches that improve wellbeing and reduce inequalities.
• Represent the council locally and champion positive community action.

Skills

Community development

Partnership working

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Inclusive practice

Job description

Lead Local Change. Strengthen Communities. Shape the Future.

We’re looking for an inspiring, community‑focused leader to join our Localities Service as the Communities team Locality Lead for Selby & Ainsty.

This is a high‑impact role at the heart of our ambition to be the most local large council in England. You will work collaboratively alongside partners across the public, business and voluntary sectors to build confident, resilient communities that can respond to local challenges, reduce inequalities and support people to live longer, healthier and more independent lives in the places they call home.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and support local projects, partnerships and community‑led initiatives and action plans.
• Build strong relationships with other service teams, community anchor organisations, parish councils and local voluntary groups.
• Help communities shape services, influence decisions and access support.
• Drive place‑based approaches that improve wellbeing and reduce inequalities.
• Represent the council locally and champion positive community action.

The role requires travel across North Yorkshire and occasional attendance at evening meetings.

About you

We are seeking a confident, experienced team player with an attention to detail, experience of working with a range of community partners and a passion for community empowerment and local government transformation.

What you’ll bring

• Strong experience in community development, asset-based community‑led prevention, multi‑agency partnership working or social regeneration.
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building and influencing skills.
• Confidence working with councillors, partners and diverse communities.
• Ability to manage projects, budgets and staff.
• A proactive, creative and resilient approach.
• A commitment to inclusive, relationship‑centred practice.

Why join us?

At North Yorkshire Council, we are committed to supporting our employees to grow and succeed. In return for your expertise, you’ll benefit from:

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to learning, coaching, mentoring and apprenticeships.
• Flexible working opportunities including hybrid where appropriate.
• Generous local government pension scheme.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Access to discounts and vouchers, including holidays, high street retailers and day to day spending

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If you’re passionate about building stronger communities, helping places thrive and want to help shape the future of Selby & Ainsty, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact:

For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please contact Liz Meade, Communities Area Manager (Central). Contact: [e-mail]

Key Dates:

Closing Date: Sunday 11 October

Interview Date: Monday 19 October

Company: North Yorkshire Council

Salary: £53,051 – £57,372 per annum

Location: Selby, North Yorkshire

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Corporate Management Team

Sector: Housing

Job Role: Head of Service