Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a leader to join our Senior Management Team. You will help shape the direction and operation of the organisation, and support an extensive network of partners to make it easier and more enjoyable for everyone to be active and play sport in Yorkshire.
Location & Contact
Yorkshire Sport Foundation
Nepshaw Lane South, Morley, Leeds, LS27 7JQ
Contact: Antoinette Duffin
Telephone: 03302020280
Email: jobs@yorkshiresport.org
Salary and Contract
£54,351 to £61,884 plus travel expenses, pension contribution and benefits. Permanent contract.
Organization
Yorkshire Sport Foundation is a National Lottery funded charity working across the nine districts of South Yorkshire and West Yorkshire, as part of a network of England‑wide Active Partnerships.
We have a strong reputation and an unrelenting focus on addressing inequalities, both in being active and in wider social outcomes. We have a huge amount to do, as far too many of our people face challenges and barriers.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the West Yorkshire Director role, managing a team that collaborates with five district leadership groups.
* Build and maintain trusted relationships across sectors, including economic, health and community partners.
* Promote collaboration at all levels to increase activity and sport participation in the region.
* Work with economic and health structures to ensure physical activity and sport fully contribute to wider social outcomes.
* Influence and inspire other leaders, fostering a culture of empathy, confidence, learning and a willingness to try a range of approaches.
Qualifications & Skills
* Excellent leadership skills and the ability to influence people.
* Strong ability to build trusted relationships across sectors.
* Demonstrated ability to promote collaboration at all levels.
* Empathy, confidence, and a willingness to try a range of approaches and inspire others.
* Comfortable working in both background and front‑line leadership roles.
Benefits
* Competitive salary of £54,351 to £61,884.
* Travel expenses covered.
* Pension contribution.
* Additional benefits as outlined in the recruitment pack.
* Recognition as "World Class" in the 2025 "Best Companies to Work For" rankings.
Application Process
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact jobs@yorkshiresport.org. To apply, review the recruitment pack and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the criteria detailed above.
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