As Chief Executive, you will be the driving force behind the delivery of Woodcraft Folk’s new strategy, shaping a resilient and future-focused organisation. You will work closely with the Board of Trustees, staff, volunteers and partners to ensure that Woodcraft Folk remains a thriving movement for children and young people.
As they celebrate their 100th year, Woodcraft Folk is looking to the future with ambition, hope and renewed purpose.
Rooted in a tradition of youth-led, co-operative education, Woodcraft Folk empowers young people to take action on the issues they care about – from social justice and peace to climate action and equality. With a brand new strategic plan focused on inclusion, financial and environmental sustainability they are poised to engage, empower and equip more children and young people to bring about social change.
Woodcraft Folk are looking for a leader who:
Why join Woodcraft Folk?
Other benefits include: working from home allowance, flexible working, Employee Assistance scheme, all equipment provided, training budget available, Union recognition agreement, dedicated staff representatives, Up to 5% pension contribution, 28 days annual leave + Bank Holiday entitlement (pro rata), staffing policies which go beyond the statutory minimum.
For more information please look at the job description and download the candidate pack.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 26th May.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 5th or Friday 6th June.
Woodcraft Folk is committed to increasing and widening participation in all of its activities and proactively seeks to attract a diverse workforce. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in leadership roles in the charity sector. Woodcraft Folk contributes to the annual Race Report and is a Disability Confident employer. Contact recruitment@woodcraft.org.uk to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.