Project Manager

Goodwin Development Trust; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Tastecard

Free Counselling Service

Length of Service Rewards

Job summary

Goodwin Development Trust is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a fixed-term role delivering the Thornton Connected project in Hull. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team and work closely with local partners to achieve wellbeing improvements and stronger community connections.

The role focuses on planning, budget oversight, stakeholder engagement and reporting to funders, with a view to creating lasting impact beyond the project period.

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing community development or social inclusion projects.
• Experience with externally funded programmes.
• Strong leadership, team motivation and staff support skills.
• Excellent communication, organisation and partnership-building.
• Passion for community-led working and improving local wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the Thornton Connected project and ensure outcomes align with funding requirements.
• Manage and support the project team, ensuring resident involvement in shaping activities.
• Build strong partnerships with community groups and local services to create opportunities.
• Oversee project plans, budgets, monitoring and reporting to meet funding commitments.
• Develop new opportunities to extend impact beyond the funding period.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Job description

We are a locally rooted, long-established charity, employing over 150 staff, who are dedicated to supporting the residents of Hull by providing a wide range of services including affordable housing, training and development, employment services, youth facilities, personal care and fighting poverty. We would love to have you on board with us to achieve our mission of improving the quality of life.

Project Manager

Contract: Fixed-term until 30th November 2029, subject to project funding

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Project Manager to lead the delivery of the Thornton Connected project. This is a unique opportunity to drive a major community initiative that empowers local people, strengthens partnerships, and creates lasting positive change. Leading a dedicated team and working with a wide range of stakeholders, you will help ensure the project delivers meaningful outcomes that improve wellbeing, reduce isolation, and build a stronger, more connected community.

The role will include:

• Lead the delivery of our Thornton Connected Reaching Communities Project, funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, helping improve wellbeing, reduce isolation and strengthen community connections.
• Manage and support the project team, ensuring residents help shape activities and services that meet local needs.
• Build strong partnerships with community groups, local services and organisations to create opportunities for Thornton residents.
• Oversee project plans, budgets, performance monitoring and reporting to ensure we meet our funding commitments and achieve real impact.
• Develop new opportunities and help ensure the project makes a lasting difference beyond the funding period.

What can we offer you?

• Discounted Tastecard (this provides access to hundreds of discounts!)
• Free Counselling Service
• Length of Service Rewards

Interview date: 23rd November 2026

Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, this project supports local connections, wellbeing and opportunities for Thornton residents.

Safer Recruitment

***Please note: CVs are not accepted in line with our Safer Recruitment policy. All sections of the application form must be completed, or your application will not be considered.***

This post is subject to satisfactory references and any safeguarding checks appropriate to the role. Goodwin Development Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Disability Confident

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We actively encourage applications from disabled candidates and will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have significant experience managing community development, social inclusion or similar projects, including externally funded programmes.
• Have strong leadership skills and experience managing, motivating and supporting teams.
• Be confident managing budgets, monitoring outcomes and reporting on project performance.
• Have excellent communication, organisation and partnership-building skills.
• Be passionate about community-led working and making a positive difference to local people.