Organisation description
Adelaide House, the key project of LDCSA, is a Female Independent Approved Premises (IAP) under contract to the Ministry of Justice (MoJ). It provides high quality residential support, intense supervision and risk-based interventions for up to 18 adult women who present a high, or very high, risk of serious harm. Its work and management is overseen by the Liverpool Diocesan Council for Social Aid (LDCSA), a Christian charity established in 1823 to promote awareness of women’s issues, penal affairs, and domestic abuse in Liverpool Diocese & Greater Merseyside. Our vision is to see potential realised and hope restored for lives impacted by the criminal justice system. The LDCSA Board of Trustees provides strategic direction to the work of Adelaide House.
This is an exciting time for the Charity as following a realignment of management roles we are seeking a dedicated and values-based leader who is inspired by our vision to bring about change and a more hopeful future for the lives of female prison leavers.
Job description
The role
As Director of Operations (Joint CEO with the Director of Charity) you will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of Adelaide House; ensuring compliance with MoJ contract requirements and reporting responsibilities; building and sustaining relationships with the MoJ and other partners; managing Adelaide House within budget; reporting to and working in partnership with the Charity Board regarding Adelaide House delivery; and ensuring compliance with relevant statutory areas such as health and safety. As Joint CEO you will also play a key part in the Senior Leadership team to develop wider Charity strategic aims.
You must be a Registered Probation Practitioner with at least five years’ experience at management level and an established track record of working collaboratively as part of a team to deliver required outcomes, and lead performance improvement where necessary.
You will have knowledge and understanding of the specific needs underlying female offending behaviour and a track record of managing risk presented by a diverse group of female offenders, ideally gained in a women-only setting.
You’ll be able to demonstrate strategic awareness and be able to work collegiately with the other Joint CEO and the Board. You will also demonstrate the flexibility and resourcefulness that is required when working in a not-for-profit organisation.
You are a compassionate, resilient, and supportive leader with the confidence and credibility to lead Adelaide House into the future.
Applications for this role will only be accepted from women ( Schedule 9, Section 1 of the Equality Act 2010 applies).
Want to find out more? To request the full job pack including application form, arrange to speak to the Interim Adelaide House Senior Manager or to arrange a visit to Adelaide House please email the Director of Charity at [email protected]
Refer to the full Role Description and Person Specification upon completing your application. CVs will not be accepted.
LDCSA values diversity in its workforce and encourages applications from all sectors of the community.
In accordance with current immigration rules, this role is not eligible for a new Skilled Worker visa.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, 6-month probation period
Benefits:
- Company pension (15% employer’s contributions)
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Above sector on-call rate
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday in Adelaide House
- 1 week in 3 management on-call (evenings/weekends)
Application deadline: 09/07/2026
Interview date: 21/07/2026
Reference ID: LDCSA – DoO2026
Expected start date: September 2026 - to be negotiated
Job packs will be sent out from Monday 22nd June. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 21st July, 2026
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £54,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
