Kingston Voluntary Action (KVA) is the Local Infrastructure Organisation for the voluntary and community sector in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames. Our Eco-op division provides person-centred activities, opportunities and support for adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs and neurodiversity, helping people build confidence, independence, wellbeing and meaningful community connections
Lead a service that makes a real difference!
We are looking for someone to build on the successes of our manager who is retiring after 7 years in the role to take Eco-op (A project of Kingston Voluntary Action) into the next phase of its development.
If you are a proven manager with the ability to lead strategically, build partnerships and, above all, ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality services that place people at the heart of everything we do then please apply.
Join us and help create opportunities, choice and independence for local people while leading one of Kingston Voluntary Action’s most valued community services.
We're looking for someone who has:
- Proven experience managing teams and services
- A strong commitment to person-centred support and inclusion
- Excellent leadership and partnership-building skills
- Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management and Adult Social Care
- The ability to drive service development, manage resources and demonstrate impact.
Location: Kingston upon Thames
Salary: £39,330.00 FTE (£31,464 pro rata)+5% pension contribution
Hours: 28 hours
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 12 August 2026, midday
Interviews: 17 and 21 August
To apply you must complete the application form on KVA website. Please note CVs will not be considered. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected]
Pay: £31,464.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- New Malden KT3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- managing a service or centre : 3 years (required)
- working with people with learning disabilities : 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
