Job Description

We are searching for a Head of Community Development at BS3 Community Development

Location:

The Southville Centre, Beauley Road, Bristol, BS3 1QG.

Contract Type:

Permanent.

Hours:

30.0 hours per week.

Salary:

38,987.69 per annum (pro rata 31,190.48).

Holidays:

31 days (232.5 hours, pro rata 186.0 hours) including Bank Holidays, plus additional long-service leave (capped).

Benefits:

Pension scheme, subsidised under-fives childcare, employee assistance programme, training and development opportunities.

Closing Date:

Monday 21 July.

Interviews:

Week commencing 28 July.

Contact:

For further information, email hr@bs3community.org.uk, or call?0117 923 1039. We are very happy to discuss this position before the closing date.

We're looking for a compassionate, strategic leader to join us as our Head of Community Development

This is a rewarding opportunity to lead a department delivering high-impact services to our community of benefit, some services are in partnership with the NHS and Bristol City Council Social Care. You'll shape and grow our community-facing work, focusing on what matters most to local people, while upholding the charity's values and long-term vision.

Reporting to the CEO, you will lead a committed team delivering our Community Development initiatives (BS3 Community Food Club & Cupboards. Activities for older people and intergenerational offers, BS3 Community Connectors and more), BS3 Community Webs (our social prescribing service), and BS3 Community Care (a growing Social Enterprise Community Business). You'll work collaboratively with voluntary sector, statutory, and clinical partners, and contribute to the cross-organisation strategy and planning as part of the Senior Management Team.

Please visit www.bs3community.org.uk to learn more about our services.

Who we are

BS3 Community Development is a well-established charity and community anchor organisation, based across two sites in Southville and Bedminster. Through our centres, cafe, nursery, and community programmes, we work to improve the wellbeing, health, happiness, and sense of belonging of people living in the BS3 postcode area.

We're passionate about helping our staff grow, whether that's through professional development or creating space to thrive in their roles.

Who you are

You're a relational leader and thoughtful collaborator, energised by meaningful community engagement. You bring:

Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Experience in networking, partnerships and managing community-focused services. A values-led, person-centred approach to service design and delivery. Creativity and confidence to develop new offers in response to local needs. A desire to amplify the charity's work and impact within the community
Your insight, energy and commitment to working with and for the community will be essential to your success in this role.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

At BS3 Community Development, we are committed to ensuring Equality of opportunity and access, celebrating Diversity, and promoting Inclusion and Belonging. This commitment is vital, not only for our service users, but for our staff and the community we serve.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences. If you need any support or adjustments to apply, please get in touch via hr@bs3community.org.uk.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 31,190.48 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Childcare Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Day shift Flexitime Monday to Friday Overtime
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 21/07/2025