Chief Operating Officer
Head Office in Eastleigh, Hampshire
37 hours per week
£50,000 per annum
Permanent contract
Closing date: 9am on 10th July
Interview date: 12th August at our Eastleigh office
£50,000 per annum
Permanent contract
Closing date: 9am on 10th July
Interview date: 12th August at our Eastleigh office
Our Chief Operating Officer will lead project delivery across the UK, ensuring strategic plans are translated into effective action while driving operational excellence and a collaborative, values-led culture.
We’re looking for a strategic and values-driven Chief Operating Officer to join our senior leadership team. This is a full-time, UK-wide role with regular travel and the opportunity to shape the operational success of our charity.
As COO, you will oversee the delivery of impactful projects in all four nations, lead and support our regional project managers, and work closely with the CEO to turn strategic priorities into high-quality, well-managed delivery. You will be responsible for operational safeguarding and health and safety, champion continuous improvement across our systems and processes, and foster a collaborative, inclusive working culture. This role also includes deputising for the CEO and representing the charity with key stakeholders across the UK.
We’re seeking someone with a proven track record in operational leadership, a strong understanding of safeguarding and project management, and a commitment to our mission of embedding outdoor learning and play in every school day.
Application pack
Working at LtL
Why work for us?
We’ve built a very strong and supportive team spirit at Learning through Landscapes. As a relatively small organisation, collaboration and variety are key. We run a tight ship, with a purposeful culture where everyone’s contribution counts. If you like to get things done and be valued for making a contribution, LtL is a great place to be.
Benefits
We strive to ensure staff are rewarded for their contribution. We offer many benefits to help create a culture where staff feel happy, confident, and rewarded in their work. Benefits include:
- 28 days annual leave (pro-rata)
- Birthday leave
- Paid leave for emergency situations
- 2 x annual salary life cover
Equal opportunities
Learning through Landscapes is committed to genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of its activities both as an employer and as a national charity promoting children’s rights. To this end, LtL will work to encourage and assist any disadvantaged groups or individuals and create a level playing field from which equality of opportunity can operate.
