Wakefield and District Society for Deaf People
Location:
Wakefield
Hours:
37.5 hours (or 30 hours). Jobshare would be considered.
Contract:
23/10/2026
Lead the next chapter of a long-established local charity
Wakefield and District Society for Deaf People (WDSDP) is a long-established local charity supporting deaf, deafblind, deafened and hard of hearing people across Wakefield and District.
They are looking for an experienced and motivated Service Lead to provide operational leadership and help shape the next stage of their development.
This is a broad leadership role covering operations, people, finance, service development, business development, partnerships and governance.
Working with the Board of Trustees and staff team, you will:
- Lead day-to-day operations and support staff development.
- Oversee budgets, financial reporting and organisational resources.
- Develop services, partnerships and new income opportunities.
- Work with commissioners, funders and other strategic partners.
- Support effective governance, compliance, risk management and quality improvement.
- Help turn the 2026–2030 Strategic Roadmap into practical action.
About you
They are looking for someone who combines strong operational leadership, strategic thinking and a practical, hands‑on approach.
You will have experience of managing people and resources, developing services or income opportunities, working with partners and stakeholders, and contributing to organisational development.
Experience of working with deaf, deafblind, deafened or hard of hearing people would be particularly valuable.
Registered charity no: 1143640 | Company no: 07183132
Registered office: Nova Wakefield District Limited, 11 Upper York Street, Wakefield WF1 3LQ
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Service Lead in Wakefield employer: Nova Wakefield District Limited
At Nova, we pride ourselves on being a supportive and inclusive charity that makes a significant impact in the Wakefield District. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility, while our commitment to employee growth is evident through our comprehensive training and development opportunities. With a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and a collaborative team culture, joining us as a VCSE Development Coach means you can truly make a difference in the community while enjoying a fulfilling work environment.
Contact Details:
Nova Wakefield District Limited Recruitment Team
