The People Matter Trust is a Christian Charity based in Eastbourne helping job seekers reach their full potential. The organisation gained the Queens Award for Voluntary Service in 2022 and is Matrix accredited. The Board of Trustees are seeking to recruit a Director of Operations to take up a position that will become vacant due to retirement during the second half of 2026. The post will be full time (35 hours per week). This key senior management role is responsible for the operational delivery of services, in line with the Christian ethos and values of People Matter. The Level 6 CIAG (or equivalent) qualified post-holder will hold responsibility for overseeing the delivery, management and reporting of funded contracts, managing the team of advisers, and overseeing all Careers, Information, Advice and Guidance services. The salary for this post is £36,000 per annum. Under the 2010 Equality Act, schedule 9, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the Senior Management Team (CEO and Director of Operations), and Board of Trustees to be practising Christians, to ensure the protection of our strong Christian ethos and values. People Matter is an inclusive employer. However potential applicants should be aware that our office premises are located on 2nd floor of a multi-occupancy building with no lift and we are unable to accommodate wheelchair users. Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on Friday 3rd July 2026 Interviews will be held during the period 20th to 21st July 2026 .