Director of community services

Job Introduction

Autism Anglia is a well-established independent charity dedicated to supporting autistic people across the region. We have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Community Services to play a pivotal role in leading and inspiring teams and volunteers to deliver high-impact, community-focused services.

Passionate about community development, the postholder will drive the transformation of our community offer, ensuring an integrated, consistent, and sustainable approach while working closely with the CEO and wider executive team to shape and deliver our strategic vision and will help foster a caring and inclusive culture across Autism Anglia.

For more information about our charity, visit www.autism-anglia.org.uk

Location

Head Office, Autism Anglia, Colchester

Salary

From £60-75,000 depending on experience

Hours

Full-time: 35 hours per week

About The Role

• Work with the Chief Executive and Executive Team to shape and deliver the Services Strategy
• Lead the planning and delivery of local services, with full budget accountability
• Oversee the development and implementation of new and existing services
• Take overall responsibility for team and service performance, driving high-quality outcomes
• Embed strong monitoring, evaluation, and quality standards across all services
• Ensure services are inclusive, integrated, and responsive to community needs
• Build effective partnerships internally and externally, contributing to wider organisational projects
• Champion the voice of autistic people across service design and delivery, ensuring effective safeguarding and complaint resolution

We Welcome Applications From Individuals Who

• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Clear and professional communication, both written and verbal
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Competence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Flexible and responsive to changing priorities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Most importantly, we are looking for individuals with compassion, patience, and a genuine passion for empowering others.

Benefits & Support

• Staff wellbeing programmes and mental health support
• Free counselling service
• Comprehensive training and supervision
• Free on-site parking
• Exclusive discounts with major retailers, restaurants & more via the Blue Light Card
• A supportive and accessible leadership team, always available for guidance and assistance
• 24/7 access to a GP
• Bereavement counselling
• Probate helpline
• Staff dental support
• Life cover
• Independent financial advice

Commitment to Diversity

Autism Anglia is proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Flexible working and reasonable adjustments are available to support candidates where needed.

How To Apply

If you have a genuine passion for supporting and uplifting others, your next rewarding role at Autism Anglia could be just a few clicks away. Apply today, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

Autism Anglia is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and children. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. For all enhanced DBS roles, we are permitted to seek access to spent convictions under The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, Exceptions Order 1975 (as amended 2013).

Please note, unfortunately we do not offer sponsorships and candidates must have the eligibility to work in the UK.