Communities Locality Lead: Drive Local Impact & Partnerships

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

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.