Head of Programme Development

South West Community Chaplaincy; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great holiday package

Fantastic Family leave

Flexible and agile working

Benefits platform

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Pension contribution 5%

Life assurance 4 x annual salary

Training opportunities

Job summary

The King’s Trust International is seeking a Head of Programme Development to lead the creation of high-quality, evidence-informed and scalable programme models for young people worldwide. This part-time, London-based role will drive strategy-to-delivery, guide curricula and tools, and supervise a multidisciplinary team in a hybrid working setup.

You will champion safeguarding, inclusion and impact while partnering with Delivery, Impact, Digital and Fundraising to grow fundable propositions and

Qualifications

• Strong programme development expertise.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Experience working with partners across international contexts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Programme Development function with vision, priorities and quality standards.
• Oversee design and testing of inclusive youth programmes, blended learning models and materials.
• Use evidence and learning to strengthen programme models and measurable outcomes.
• Collaborate with Delivery, Impact, Digital, Safeguarding and Fundraising to create scalable propositions.
• Champion user-centred design, blended delivery and responsible use of digital tools and AI.
• Develop a high-performing team and manage resources and budgets.

Skills

Programme development

Team leadership

Partnership management

Evidence-informed design

Safeguarding and inclusion

Job description

Hours:Part Time,21hours per week

Interviews:14th & 15th October 2026

Employer:King's Trust International (not The King's Trust)

Help to shape programmes that create brighter futures for young people around the world.The King’s Trust International is looking for an inspiring Head of Programme Development to lead the creation of high-quality, evidence-informed and scalable programme models that help young people learn, earn and thrive. This is an exciting opportunity to support our programme design and content team in translating ambitious long-term strategy into practical programme models, curricula, tools and guidance that can make an impact across diverse global contexts. You will lead a talented team of specialists and work across the organisation to champion innovation, inclusion, safeguarding and impact. This permanent, part-time role is 21 hours per week and is London-based, with hybrid working and an expectation that at least 50% of contracted hours are spent in the office.

What you will do

• Lead the Programme Development function, setting a clear vision, priorities and quality standards.
• Oversee the design, testing and continuous improvement of inclusive youth programmes, blended learning models, curricula, training materials and delivery tools.
• Use evidence, data and learning to strengthen programme models, theories of change and measurable outcomes.
• Work with Delivery, Impact, Digital, Safeguarding and Fundraising colleagues to create scalable, fundable propositions and support their transition into delivery.
• Champion user-centred design, blended delivery and responsible uses of digital tools and AI.
• Develop a high-performing, collaborative team and manage resources, capacity and budgets effectively.

What we are looking for

You will bring strong programme development expertise, sound judgement and a track record of turning strategy into practical, adaptable approaches. You will understand how evidence, safeguarding and inclusion shape excellent programme design, you will be confident working across both online and offline delivery and you will be able to evidence significant experience working with partners across international or multi-country contexts. With a strong track record of leading and developing teams, you will create clarity, build alignment and enable others to do their best work. Above all, you will share our commitment to putting young people at the centre and creating meaningful, sustainable impact.

Perks for working at The King’s Trust International:

• Great holiday package.30 days annual leave entitlement, plus public holidays. Office closure the days between Christmas and New Year
• Fantastic Family leave.Receive 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for maternity and adoption leave, and pro rata entitlement for shared parental leave. Receive 8 weeks' full pay for paternity leave.
• Flexible and agile working.Where operationally possible, you can work your hours that support a work-life balance, including compressed hours and hybrid-working (part office - part home-based) or working from home options.
• Benefits platform.Everything from health and financial wellbeing support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas
• A free employee assistance programme (EAP) to support your mental wellbeing.
• KTI will contribute5%of your salary to the workplace Pension Scheme
• Generouslife assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
• In-house and externaltraining opportunitiesare available throughout the year