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Director - Leeds Baby Bank
Voluntary Action Leeds
Expires in 0 days
Overview
Leeds Baby Bank has an exciting opportunity for an experienced, hands‑on leader to join the charity as Director!
£48,988
Per year
Full time
(37.5 hours per week)
Leeds
Key information
At Leeds Baby Bank our mission is to ensure no child goes without. For over nine years, we have supported families across Leeds with children aged 0–5 years who are experiencing poverty. We provide essential items such as bed bundles, nappies and toiletries, baby baths, potties, highchairs, prams and buggies, clothing, toys and books.
About the role
The Director is the charity’s most senior employee and is responsible for the day-to-day running and management of Leeds Baby Bank, working with minimal day-to-day supervision and within the delegated authority agreed by the Board of Trustees. Decisions will be taken in line with the charity’s Scheme of Delegation and relevant policies.
The Director has direct line management responsibility for all paid staff and holds overall responsibility for staff structure, roles, performance management, conduct, development and wellbeing, supported by appropriate policies and the Board of Trustees.
The Director is accountable to the Board of Trustees for the charity’s performance, sustainability, impact, safeguarding, compliance, financial health and reputation.
Office‑based role: This is an office‑based role requiring regular on‑site presence. Some flexibility to work from home may be agreed by arrangement, in line with the needs of the charity and the role. The role may also involve attending meetings, networking events or partnership activity outside the office, including occasional early mornings, evenings or weekends. Time off in lieu is offered in accordance with the charity’s policies and procedures.
Free parking available and on a major bus route.
Leeds Baby Bank is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We value lived experience and are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
A note to applicants- We recognise that no candidate will meet every requirement listed. We welcome applications from people who bring strong values alignment, leadership capability and a willingness to learn and grow.
Requirements
This is a senior, hands‑on leadership role within an established, community‑rooted charity with a stable core service and areas of ongoing development. The Director will lead paid staff, volunteers, partnerships and services, balancing strategic leadership with operational delivery.