Somerset Activity and Sports Partnership

Disability Sport Yorkshire is the Yorkshire-wide co-ordinating body for physical activity and sport for disabled people Our Charity is embedded in the disability sport sector and in both discrete and mainstream local clubs and communities around Yorkshire. We pride ourselves on connecting people with opportunities and events as well as providing advice and support for individuals and organisations across the region. We advocate on their behalf locally, regionally and nationally. We are seeking a new CEO to lead us through the next challenging and exciting phase of development. We have a skilled board of trustees and a committed staff team with a blend of experiences and perspectives. We have a set of funded projects for the next two to five years and are developing funding streams and sponsorship to enable us to broaden our offer, We are seeking a CEO who has the skills to continue to grow our profile and positive reputation. This means continuing our excellent work with partners around the region and enhancing our growing presence in the sports and health sectors. Our next CEO will be an excellent communicator with a desire to build partnerships with public, not for profit and private providers. We have a diverse funding stream so it will be essential that our CEO has considerable experience of generating income and delivering excellent performance across our projects, programmes and events. You should have a demonstrable a track record in the following areas: Cultivating and maintaining a people-centred culture Providing effective leadership to the DSY team, managing, coaching and supporting staff Implementing and driving the charity's strategy Proven experience in managing projects, programmes and events Exceptional planning and organisational skills and be adept at tracking and documenting the use of resources and finance for projects, programmes and events Ensuring that targets/output measures in relation to grants and contracts are monitored, met, and recorded for funders Ensuring rigorous impact assessment across all areas of delivery Outstanding written and verbal skills coupled with strong numerical and reporting capabilities Proficiency in multi-tasking and managing a varied workload while maintaining a calm approach under pressure. Fundraising from trusts and foundations, public and private sectors Operational expertise in the sport, not for profit and commercial sectors Providing visible inspiring presence and a respected voice across the region Managing the building and resources effectively and efficiently Be diligent, resilient and adaptable with a willingness to go the extra mile Maintain all legal obligations on behalf of the Board Commitment to equality and diversity and an understanding of disability Undertake any duties as required in accordance with the level of responsibility of the post. Closing date for applications: Monday 2nd March by 12.00 noon Interviews will take place in the week commencing 9th March

Overview The Leicestershire & Rutland County FA is recruiting an Independent Non-Executive Commercial Director to support the development of new commercial partnerships and maximise sponsorship opportunities across the local game. Location Location: Holmes Park, Dog and Gun Lane, Whetstone, LE8 6FA (with travel around the county and some home working). Role details Salary: Voluntary position, travel and reasonable expenses paid. Placed On: Fri 6 February 2026 Closes: Fri 20 March 2026, 10:00am Sport / Activity: Football Role description This voluntary Board level role will play a key part in strengthening the Association's commercial growth and long-term sustainability. Working closely with the Head of Commercial and Marketing, the CEO and the wider Board, the successful candidate will help shape and deliver the LRCFA Commercial and Marketing Strategy. Values and purpose We are seeking applications from individuals who share our core values of being progressive, respectful, collaborative and inclusive. This role supports our wider mission of inspiring positive change through football across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland by uniting communities, tackling inequalities and improving the health of the population. How to apply For further information and details on how to apply please click on the link below.

A charity focused on disability sports is seeking a new CEO to lead their development and enhance their profile in the sports and health sectors. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership skills, experience in fundraising, and the ability to manage projects effectively. You will be an excellent communicator, capable of building partnerships across various sectors and ensuring successful delivery of the charity's objectives. Applications close on 2nd March.

Role will help UK Deaf Sport meet its governance and compliance requirements, including the Code for Sports Governance. You will support the CEO, Board and committees with governance administration and reporting, keep records well organised, and help ensure policies, risk and assurance activity stay up to date. About UK Deaf Sport UK Deaf Sport is the recognised national governing body for deaf sport in the UK. Our vision is for every deaf person to be active and inspired by sport and physical activity. We work with partners across the UK to create inclusive, accessible opportunities and support deaf athletes to perform on the world stage. About the role As Governance & Compliance Officer, you will help UK Deaf Sport meet its governance and compliance requirements, including the Code for Sports Governance. You will support the CEO, Board and committees with governance administration and reporting, keep records well organised, and help ensure policies, risk and assurance activity stay up to date. What you'll be doing: Keep UK Deaf Sport on track against the Code for Sports Governance, coordinating evidence and producing accurate reports to deadlines. Maintain the risk register and provide clear, practical risk updates for trustees and senior stakeholders. Own policy administration: keep the policy register current, support reviews and updates, and draft new policies when needed in plain English. Support Board, committee and AGM governance: plan meeting cycles, coordinate papers, and produce accurate minutes and action logs; help ensure meetings and materials are accessible for deaf and hearing participants (including remote or hybrid formats) and stored securely with version control. The Governance & Compliance Officer should have these skills: Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to plan work, meet deadlines and balance competing priorities. Experience in governance, compliance, risk management, or a related area. Experience developing, updating, or managing organisational policies. Strong organisation and document control skills (records, versioning, secure storage). Clear written and verbal communication, and comfort working with a range of stakeholders using Microsoft Office and shared document systems. In your first 6 months, you'll: Put a simple governance calendar in place (Board, committees, AGM and reporting deadlines) so key dates and responsibilities are clear. Run at least one Board/committee cycle end-to-end: agenda planning, paper coordination, pack preparation and timely circulation. Deliver a consistent approach to minutes and actions (clear decisions, owners, deadlines, and an action tracker). Review the policy register, confirm owners and review dates, and prioritise any urgent updates. Support the drafting of any required policies and procedures.

A leading sports university in the UK is seeking a Head of Sport Strategy to shape and deliver a bold sport strategy. You will drive organisational excellence and innovation, optimizing performance and participation across the university. The ideal candidate will possess strategic thinking skills, extensive experience in leading change, and a strong grasp of data analytics. This role offers competitive salary and opportunities for impactful work in an inclusive environment.

Are you ready to shape the future of sport strategy at the world's leading sports university? Loughborough Sport is home to a globally unique ecosystem where elite performance meets an unrivalled student experience. From Olympic champions to inclusive participation, our story is one of ambition, innovation, and impact. Salary Management and Specialist grade 8 from £59966 to £67468 per annum. Subject to annual pay award. Hours Full Time Organisation Loughborough University Placed On Mon 16th February, 2026 Closes 12:00am - Sun 22nd February, 2026 We are seeking an exceptional Head of Sport Strategy to lead the design and delivery of our sport strategy, driving organisational excellence and innovation. This is your opportunity to influence performance, participation, commercial growth, and operational efficiency at a university ranked globally for sports-related subjects. What you'll do: Develop and execute a bold sport strategy aligned with University objectives. Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans with measurable outcomes. Harness data analytics and digital tools to provide high-quality insights for decision making. Drive process improvement, efficiency, and innovation across Loughborough Sport. Lead cross functional projects and enable joined up delivery across internal teams and external partners. Produce strategic reports for senior leadership and manage project teams as required. What we're looking for: A strategic thinker with extensive experience in strategy planning and organisational development. Proven ability to lead cross functional projects and deliver cultural and organisational change. Strong skills in data analysis, digital tools, and evidence based decision making. Exceptional stakeholder management and the ability to influence at a senior level. Commercial acumen and understanding of the UK sport landscape, including higher education sport. A collaborative leader committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Join us and be part of an environment where excellence is the norm, collaboration is key, and the impact of your work will be felt across the sporting world. With world class facilities and a reputation for innovation, this is your chance to make a lasting difference. For further information and details on how to apply please click on the link below.