Charity Director

Teesdale Community Resources (TCR) is seeking a charismatic and values‑led Charity Director to lead the organisation into a new phase of growth and development. TCR is a well‑established charity at the heart of the Teesdale community, delivering a wide range of activities, services and opportunities that promote wellbeing, inclusion, creativity, connection and reduce rural isolation.

Core Responsibilities

1. Strategic Direction & Governance

   • Lead the development of the organisation’s Strategic Plan, including facility and infrastructure development.
   • Translate agreed strategies into actionable operational plans to achieve TCR’s mission.
   • Act as the primary communication link between the Board of Trustees and staff.
   • Ensure effective governance structures are in place and provide comprehensive reports to the Board regarding performance, risk, finance and HR.
   • Support Trustees in the production of the Annual Report and Accounts.
   • Manage the Risk Register and implement mitigation strategies.
   • Support and promote the values of TCR.

2. People Management

   • Provide direct line management for key roles, including Operations Manager, Youth Lead, Creative and Community Lead and Finance Officer.
   • Provide overall strategic oversight of volunteer involvement across TCR, ensuring effective systems for coordination, communication, record keeping and appropriate policies.
   • Have overall responsibility for HR and staffing policies, procedures and recruitment.
   • Foster a positive, inclusive and supportive working culture.

3. Operational Delivery & Management

   • Have strategic oversight of all service delivery to ensure quality and effectiveness, including youth work, facilities coordination, creative and community projects and food delivery.
   • Support the operational team in delivering high‑quality outcomes for beneficiaries, including direct involvement in operational activity as required.
   • Maintain overall responsibility for operational compliance.

4. Financial Management & Funding

   • Lead the development of diverse and sustainable funding streams through strategic planning, grant applications, partnership initiatives and relationship building with funders and stakeholders.
   • Lead the development and growth of diverse commercial income streams aligned with the charity’s mission and long‑term sustainability.
   • Prepare and manage annual budgets and ensure efficient use of charity resources.
   • With the support of the Finance Officer, oversee cash flow and act as an authorised signatory for the charity’s bank accounts.
   • Assist Trustees with statutory reporting and compliance for Companies House and the Charity Commission.
   • Maintain strong relationships with funders, ensuring timely monitoring and reporting of impact data.

5. Compliance & Policy

   • Develop and review organisational policies to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
   • Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the organisation.
   • Serve as the Data Protection Officer (DPO), ensuring GDPR compliance.
   • Ensure all organisational delivery is safe and compliant with health and safety legislation.
   • Maintain overall responsibility for the care, maintenance and health and safety compliance of TCR’s buildings and grounds.

6. Partnerships & Commercial Growth

   • Develop and maintain local, regional and national partnerships (e.g. youth work and cultural partnerships).
   • Act as a visible representative of TCR in the community to foster collaboration.
   • Drive commercial opportunities and initiatives that align with the charity’s mission to expand reach and sustainability.
   • Identify opportunities to expand reach, promote services and strengthen the charity’s role in the community.

Other Requirements

• The Charity Director must be willing to undertake additional duties as reasonably required by the Board of Trustees to support the development and sustainability of the organisation.
• Appointment to this role will be subject to: satisfactory completion of two references, an enhanced DBS check and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.

TCR is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Reasonable adjustments can be provided for the application and interview process.

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