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Executive Director of Corporate Governance and Strategy Salary: £130,000 - £135,000 Established in April 2023, Bradford Children and Families Trust’s purpose is to enhance the quality and delivery of children’s services across our city and district. Our mission is clear, to ensure that our promise to improve the lives of children and young people in Bradford becomes a reality. It’s a tough ask! It requires dedication, determination and resilience, but under the stewardship of a dedicated executive leadership team, supported by a committed and passionate board, we are confident that we will achieve our ambition, and deliver the best outcomes for the children, young people and families of Bradford. This key role will be at the heart of the whole organisation, supporting corporate leadership colleagues, the board and those delivering services in achieving our vision and delivering strategy. You will play a key across the leadership team, interacting with all parts of the organisation, working closely with the Chief Executive and board, and be pivotal in managing our relationship with the Council. Leading core enabling functions, including policy, strategy and business planning, ICT strategy and information governance, strategic accommodation, corporate governance and risk management, company secretarial, communications and engagement. Our ambition is to deliver the best possible outcomes for children and young people, and your role will be pivotal in not only the leadership of the organisation but in enabling everyone within the Trust to achieve our goal and make a positive impact to the lives of our residents. You will drive innovation, champion transparency and embed a culture of continuous improvement. We are seeking someone with the ability to influence, collaborate and communicate effectively. Whilst legal experience is not required, you will act as Company Secretary, ensuring effective governance whilst being a key liaison with external stakeholders including the council and other partners. You will bring strong organisational leadership experience across the areas within this role, with particular strengths in partnership and stakeholder management, strategy and policy. Most importantly, we are seeking someone who shares our ambition for children, young people and families, has the determination to deliver for the communities of Bradford and whose values are aligned to ours. If you are ready to help us continue to shape the future of children’s social care in, we are keen to speak to you. Please contact our advising consultants at GatenbySanderson, Philip Emms (07590 225472) or Alex Hayes (07586 715 843). Closing date: 17th December 2025

A place to create moments that matter. Location: Bradford, Hybrid Salary: £28,793 per annum Permanent, 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am-5pm. Thousands of families across the country rely on them for a safe, affordable home. And as the housing crisis deepens, the work they do has never been more important. It’s this belief - that everyone deserves a place to call home - that drives everything they do. Together, they find new ways to understand and champion their customers, support them and drive positive change. For a career that means more and makes a meaningful impact on society, this is the place to be. About the role Are you ready to go above and beyond to market their properties and onboard their customers into their new homes? Our client is looking for an Lettings Coordinator to join their team in Bradford. As an Lettings Coordinator, your primary responsibility will be to advertise their empty homes and successfully onboard new customers. You will work as part of a specialist national lettings team, advertising homes directly and in collaboration with Local Authority partners. Your role is essential in ensuring that properties are advertised fairly, transparently, and in line with relevant legislative and policy frameworks. Moving into your new home should be an exciting experience so you’ll work closely with their customers, providing support with the application process, keeping them up to date with their progress and ensuring they feel fully informed throughout their journey. Empathy and discretion are key as you'll discuss each customer's circumstances in detail to assess their eligibility and signpost them to any support services they may need. It's a challenging but rewarding role. Resilience is a key trait as some conversations may not result in a tenant sign up. You'll need to be highly organised to ensure they're speaking to the volume of customers needed to convert an empty property into a customers new home. About you • Experience in lettings or allocations, with a strong understanding of relevant legislation and operational requirements., • CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing Practice or equivalent (or willingness to work towards) or qualified through experience., • Proven experience building successful working relationships with external partners, particularly within the housing sector., • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to work with stakeholders at all levels., • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office applications and specific business software., • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively., • Strong record-keeping skills with knowledge of GDPR. A place to build a future They have big ambitions. That means they need people who are driven to succeed and eager to grow. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to learn new skills, thrive in their collaborative environment, and take your career in different directions. They also support your health and wellbeing with 28 days of holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) - an extra day to celebrate your birthday and the option to purchase more - a cash health plan, gym discounts, and a dedicated day to volunteer for a cause that matters to you. And because they believe in supporting you now and in the future, this is a place to plan for your future - with access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, helping you save more efficiently. They also provide life assurance at three times your salary for all colleagues, giving you added peace of mind. If you require reasonable adjustments to any part of their recruitment process, please let them know they will ensure requirements are met. Please don’t delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or they receive a high volume of applications, they may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated. Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, our client does not currently hold a sponsorship license. If you’re looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society, to their organisation and to your future, apply now. Recruitment Agencies: They work exclusively with partners on their preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role. You may have experience of the following: Lettings Coordinator, Lettings Officer, Housing Allocations Officer, Allocations Coordinator, Housing Coordinator, Property Lettings, Housing Officer, Voids & Lettings, Empty Homes Officer, Customer Onboarding, Tenancy Officer, Tenancy Management, etc. REF-225 233