At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Boston place investment programme and drive sustainable change in community health.
- Company: Active Lincolnshire, a values-driven organisation focused on increasing physical activity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, generous leave, and personal development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive culture with a focus on community impact and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in tackling inequalities and promoting active lifestyles in your community.
- Qualifications: Experience in managing large-scale programmes and strong stakeholder management skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
About Active Lincolnshire
Active Lincolnshire is a values-driven organisation working with partners and communities so that more people are active, more often. We focus on tackling inequalities in access to sport and physical activity, using insight, collaboration and learning to create lasting change.
About the role
We’re looking for a Head of Place to lead and oversee the effective delivery of Sport England place investment in the Boston District. You will manage programme delivery and budgets, lead the Boston place partnership, and work with partners and colleagues to deliver measurable reductions in inequality and support more active lives.
What you’ll be doing
- Lead the Boston ‘place’ investment programme and be accountable for delivering agreed goals and outcomes, driving sustainable change.
- Build trusted relationships and navigate system complexity with strategic stakeholders across sectors (including local authority, health and care, VCSE and local businesses).
- Provide inclusive leadership for the Boston team, setting clear measures of success, supporting development, and creating psychological safety.
- Manage programme budgets, contracts and suppliers; provide key updates, insight and reporting to Sport England and internal governance.
What we’re looking for
- Experience of managing large-scale funded programmes, with strong delivery and performance management.
- Ability to connect, collaborate and influence local district partners to embed physical activity in community policies and ways of working.
- Committed to tackling inequalities and working inclusively, with a focus on communities with the greatest opportunity for change.
- Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills; confident providing insight and updates to senior audiences.
- Willingness to spend in-person time in Boston and travel across Lincolnshire as required.
Our values
We expect everyone to role‑model our values of integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, innovation and learning.
Inclusive recruitment
We want our workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We use inclusive language and aim to remove barriers in recruitment.
Benefits
- £40,000 - £49,999 pa (dependent on skills and experience)
- 37 hours per week (flexible hours considered)
- 25 days annual leave, plus all bank holidays and 3 days during the Christmas week.
- ‘Celebration day’; additional day for an occasion / birthday / event (subject to annual review).
- Westfield Health private healthcare.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Flexible working approach.
- Time to be active in the working week.
- Team away days.
- Personal development and training opportunities.
- Time in the working week to volunteer.
- Employer contribution pension scheme.
- Employee wellbeing policy.
- Contribution to making a difference to the lives of people in Lincolnshire.
Head of Place (Boston) employer: Active Lincolnshire
Active Lincolnshire is an exceptional employer that champions community engagement and inclusivity, making it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about promoting active lifestyles. With a strong focus on employee development and collaboration, you will have the opportunity to lead impactful initiatives in the Boston District while enjoying a flexible working environment that supports work-life balance. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the community and grow alongside a dedicated team committed to reducing inequalities in sport.
