Bath & North East Somerset | £61,429 – £66,026 | Full-Time
Youth Connect South West (YCSW) is seeking a visionary, values-driven Chief Executive Officer to lead our dynamic charity into its next chapter.
Over the past five years, we have grown from a small, spun-out council service into an ambitious, independent organisation delivering youth work, alternative education, careers support, and targeted interventions for young people aged 11–25.
We are looking for a CEO who will:
* Lead strategically and operationally with compassion and clarity
* Champion young people’s voices and wellbeing in all decision-making
* Forge strong relationships across sectors, from public to private
* Drive sustainable growth while staying true to our mission and values
Our ideal candidate will have:
* Proven leadership experience in the charity or youth sector
* Strategic and operational planning skills
* Experience in business development and stakeholder engagement
* A deep understanding of youth work principles and safeguarding
* Passion for equity, inclusion, and young people’s empowerment
Why join us?
* A strong, supportive team and Board of Trustees
* A culture built on collaboration, compassion, and ambition
* Flexibility across our Southside, Radstock, and Bath City Centre locations
* 25 days’ leave + bank holidays, a generous pension, and wellbeing support
If you’re a resilient, curious, and purpose-led leader ready to shape the future of youth services in the South West, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply by: Thursday 8 May 2025
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