Age UK Kensington & Chelsea (AUKC) is a vibrant,values ledlocal charity dedicated to helping older people live well — staying connected,independentand fulfilled at every stage of life.We work alongside our community to codesign and deliver impactful services that promote wellbeing, tackle loneliness, influence local policy and ensure dignity and independence for people across the borough.
As we look to the future, we are focused on innovation,growthand lasting impact.Building on the success of resecuring our two largest contractsin 2025(for three andup tonine yearsrespectively) weareseeking tostrengthenourpartnerships, diversify the ways we deliver support, and createnew approaches tohave even greater impact forolder people in Kensington & Chelsea.
This is an exciting time to join a charity widely recognised for its compassion,qualityand influencewitha strong reputationamong NHS,localauthorityand communitypartners.
We are now seeking an exceptional Director of Services & Deputy CEO to join our leadership team and help shape the next stage of our journey.
Director of Services & Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Kensington & Chelsea, London (hybrid working)
Circa £75,000 FTE for 4 days per week (circa £60,000 for 4 days)
The Opportunity
This is a rare and exciting leadership role for someone who is passionate about community impact and aspires to become a CEO in the future.
As Deputy CEO, you will work closely with our Chief Executive to provide inspiring,values drivenleadership across the charity. You will helpdevelopand deliver ournewthree-year strategy,steer organisational priorities, strengthen our culture, and ensure we continue to grow and thrive — as well as deputising confidently for the CEO whenrequired.
As Director of Services, you will lead our Health, Wellbeing and Community Services, ensuring theyremainhigh quality,evidence basedand financially sustainable. You will champion innovation, drive integration across programmes, and make sure our work delivers measurable outcomes for older people.
A key part of your role will bebuilding strong relationships with commissioners and partners, developing compelling proposals, and supporting the growth and diversification of our services. You will also lead our impact and quality agenda, embedding a culture of learning, continuousimprovementand accountability.
If you are an ambitious,strategicand collaborative leader who thrives on variety and purpose — and who is energized by working alongside communities — this is an exceptional opportunity.
About You
We are looking for a confident and compassionate leader who brings:
* Significant senior leadership experience in the voluntary, community or public sector.
* A strongtrack recordof developing and delivering health,wellbeingor community services.
* Expertisein impact measurement, quality assurance andevidence drivenservice design.
* Experience of business development, including securing grants,contractsor new partnership opportunities.
* Excellentrelationship buildingskills across health, care, localgovernmentor community sectors.
* A leadership style that is collaborative,inclusiveand aligned with our values of kindness,respectand integrity.
* Experience working within integrated care systems or commissioning environments
What We Offer
* A rarecareer developmentopportunity for someonewho may beaspiring to become a CEO.
* A supportive and ambitious organisation committed to innovation,inclusionand impact.
* The chance to shapehigh qualityservices that make a real difference to people’s lives.
* Competitive salary,pensionand ongoing professional development.
How to Apply
If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact our retained advisors Anna Gardet or Erica Ritchie via email:
Anna.Gardet@prospect-us.co.uk
Erica.Ritchie@prospect-us.co.uk
Recruitment Timetable
Deadline for applications: Sunday 12thApril2026
Interviews with Prospectus: 20-24thApril 2026
First stage interviews with Age UK Kensington & Chelsea: 7thMay2026
Secondstage interviews with Age UK Kensington & Chelsea: 12thMay2026
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