Overview
Foundation of Light, the registered charity of Sunderland Football Club, aims to involve, educate and inspire people of all ages from Sunderland, South Tyneside and Durham to improve their life chances, using football as the motivator. We are proud of our history and culture, our innovative and proactive solutions to community problems, and our people. We are now looking to add to our passionate and enthusiastic team.
Area Manager (Full Time)
Role
The Area Manager will develop programmes of activity in key areas across County Durham and South Tyneside, building upon existing partnerships and relationships within communities as well as identifying new opportunities to collaborate. The Area Manager will have a track record in working in communities, co-designing programme delivery and acting upon consultation to maximise meaningful outcomes for those who access our provision.
Responsibilities
* Develop programmes of activity in key areas across County Durham and South Tyneside, building upon existing partnerships and relationships within communities and identifying new opportunities to collaborate.
* Co-design programme delivery and act upon consultation to maximise meaningful outcomes for those who access Foundation of Light provision.
Requirements
* Experience in community work, programme delivery and stakeholder engagement.
* Ability to develop partnerships, identify opportunities, and implement strategies in line with the 5-year strategy.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Application process
Interested applicants should request an application pack or send a CV to gemma.snaith@foundationoflight.co.uk or download packs from our website www.foundationoflight.co.uk.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Jamie Wright, Chief Operating Officer and Deputy CEO, at jamie.wright@foundationoflight.co.uk to arrange a call.
Location
The base for the post will be located in our outreach venues in County Durham.
Closing date
The closing date is Friday 13th February 2026.
Equality and compliance
Appointments may be subject to an enhanced DBS Check · Foundation of Light is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Foundation of Light · Beacon of Light · Sunderland · SR5 1SN
Tel: 0191 563 4777
Registered Charity No 1089333
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