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Special Olympics Great Britain, Remote
£62,000 - £65,000 per year
We are seeking an outstanding Director of Operations who is a values-driven leader to join Special Olympics GB.
Posted 1 day ago Apply Now
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The Tutor Trust, Leeds (Hybrid)
£35,000 per year
The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective management of tutoring programmes delivered within West Yorkshire.
Posted 1 day ago
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Calder Rivers Trust, Halifax (Hybrid)
£55,000 per year
Help shape the future of Calder Rivers Trust, leading the finances, governance, systems and organisational development behind our impact.
Posted 3 days ago
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BTS Spark, Remote
£36,000 - £40,000 per year
Seeking a versatile, proactive and detail-oriented programme manager to organise our social impact leadership programmes across the UK
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Home-Start Kirklees, Huddersfield (Hybrid)
£39682
Posted 6 days ago
Community Rail Network, Remote
Starting salary £45,210 per year
We are looking for a compassionate, collaborative and creative leader to head up our work with members.
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The Good Food Institute Europe, Remote
£90,500 - £104,000 per year
Posted 6 days ago
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Wycliffe Bible Translators, Remote
£70,000 - £75,000 per year
Posted 3 weeks ago
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Transforming Lives for Good (TLG), Bradford (Hybrid)
£32,296 - £37,066 (FTE) depending on experience + 10% employer pension, life assurance, health cash plan & more
Posted 2 weeks ago
BrainWaves Research, Remote
£43,000 - £45,000 per year (FTE)
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Arrhythmia Alliance, Remote
£28,000 - £31,500 per year
Day-to-day project coordination and administrative support to ensure programmes and events are delivered efficiently and to a high standard
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The DBR Foundation, Remote
£55,000 - £60,000 per year (pro-rata)
Looking for an experienced, innovative Chief Executive Officer to deliver the charity’s long-term vision, mission, and strategic objectives
Posted 5 days ago Apply Now
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ProVeg International, Remote
Pro-rated for a part-time role, based on a full-time equivalent of £32k (35 hours/week).
Posted 3 weeks ago
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Job description

Special Olympics GB is proud to support some of the most inspiring athletes in the world — individuals with intellectual disabilities who compete from local to international levels, breaking down barriers and showing the transformative power of sport both on and off the field of play.

As we enter an exciting new chapter, we are seeking an outstanding Director of Operations to join our Executive Leadership Team. This is a pivotal role for a strategic and values-driven leader who can strengthen our organisation, drive operational excellence and help deliver even greater impact for athletes, families and communities.

Working closely with the Chief Executive, Board and wider movement, you will lead organisational performance across governance, safegaurding, finance, people, systems, planning and delivery, ensuring Special Olympics GB is resilient, ambitious and fit for the future. As Executive Lead for Safeguarding and Welfare, you will champion a culture where the wellbeing, safety and dignity of every athlete remains at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is inspired by the power of sport to transform lives and create more inclusive communities.
  • Brings significant senior leadership experience and a track record of organisational development and operational excellence.
  • Can translate strategic ambition into effective delivery and sustainable growth.
  • Has experience of governance, compliance, finance, risk management and safeguarding.
  • Builds strong relationships and partnerships, influencing with credibility and integrity.
  • Leads with empathy, accountability and a commitment to inclusion.

The Director of Operations at SOGB is a wide-ranging, key role, reporting to the Chief Executive as a member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). Working across the organisation, the Director of Operations manages the operational and support services activities including governance, compliance, HR, business processes, IT, safeguarding, finance and health & safety to ensure that the organisation runs smoothly, efficiently and effectively.

Application Instructions

For Job Role specifics and how to apply please see the below SOGB Director of Operations Recruitment Pack.

The closing date for applications is Friday 4th September 2026 at 9am. There will be a two- stage interview process that will cover both culture/motivators and thematic competencies.  Stage 1 interviews will take place week beginning 28th September 2026 and stage 2 will take place week beginning 5th October 2026.

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Application Instructions

To apply, please send a covering letter (maximum 2 pages) explaining why you wish to apply for the Director of Operations role. It is important that all prospective candidates understand our mission and are driven by our cause. Referring to the role description, please be specific about how your skills and experience will help you undertake this role. Generic applications will not be considered.  

Organisation
Special Olympics Great Britain View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 21 - 50

We are Special Olympics GB. We are Inclusion in Action.

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Posted on: 17 August 2026
Closing date: 04 September 2026 at 09:00
Tags: Finance, Operations, Safeguarding, Governance / Management

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