Chief Executive Officer Vacancy

• Committed to our ethos, values and mission?
• Skilled in mentoring, supporting and empowering others?
• Looking for a leadership role within the charity sector?
• Ready to take on a new and rewarding challenge?

The ideal candidate will bring:

• A collaborative, adaptable and inclusive leadership style
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• The ability to develop partnerships that enhance our work and impact

Communityworks seeks to work together with the people who live locally, to transform the community of Otley Road & Undercliffe, so that both the individuals and the community thrive.

Our current CEO is retiring after 22 years, and we are looking for a dynamic leader to take us into the next phase of our work. We have a very committed long-serving staff team. We also have a number of income streams, very healthy reserves and an excellent reputation across the city. We have strong partnerships and are keen to develop more.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please email Rhys North Chair of Communityworks on to arrange a mutually convenient time.

The Job Description and Person Specification are included in the Application Booklet below.

For an application pack ring Jag on (01274)200589 or email

Hours: 30 hours per week (Monday to Thursday) (negotiable to full time for the right candidate) permanent

Salary: Spinal Column Point: NJC 32 - 43 £42,839 - £54,495 pro rata which is £34,271 - £43,596 actual for 30 hours

Application Deadline: The post closes for applications on Monday 2nd February 2026 at 12 noon;