The Ernest Cook Trust

Director of Learning, Grants & Partnerships We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to drive impactful learning, grant-making and partnerships across a national educational charity. Position: Director of Learning, Grants & Partnerships Salary: £75,000 to £79,000 per annum Location: Hybrid, based in Gloucestershire with UK travel Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 6 April 2026 Interview Dates: 13 April (virtual), 21 April (in person) About the Role This is a senior leadership role responsible for delivering a learning-led strategy that maximises impact through education, grant-making and partnerships. You will lead a multidisciplinary team and play a key role in shaping how learning is delivered across the organisation s estates and programmes. Key responsibilities include: Leading strategic development of learning, grants and partnerships Driving a culture of excellence, innovation and impact measurement Developing and managing national and regional partnerships Representing the organisation externally and influencing sector practice Leading and developing high performing teams Embedding inclusive, collaborative and values-led ways of working Contributing to wider organisational strategy and leadership decisions About You Proven senior leadership experience within a charity or not for profit organisation Experience in learning delivery and/or grant-making Strong strategic thinking and decision making skills Ability to lead, inspire and develop teams Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship building skills Passion for improving outcomes for children and young people Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion About the Organisation A well established educational charity and landowning organisation, focused on improving life chances for children and young people through outdoor learning. The organisation works through direct delivery, partnerships, grants and advocacy to create meaningful, long term change and connect people with nature. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Director of Education, Head of Programmes, Director of Grants, Director of Partnerships, Director of Learning, Head of Impact, Programme Director Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.