Chief Executive Officer

£55,000 FTE (Full Time or Part Time options available)

• Location: Cardiff (CF24 3AD) & Hybrid
• Salary: £55,000 FTE (Full Time or Part Time options available)
• Hours: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week) or Part Time (22 hrs per week)
• Closing Date: Monday 24 November 2025 - 10:00 a.m.
• Interview Date: Monday 8 December 2025

Lead Change. Restore Relationships. Shape the Future!

Are you a visionary leader passionate about restorative values, social justice, and community wellbeing?

If you are an Advanced Restorative Practitioner or Trainer (preferably RJC recognised), this is an opportunity to join us in a full time leadership role where you can combine strategic influence with restorative practice delivery.

We also welcome applications from candidates who bring strong leadership skills and restorative values but do not yet hold this qualification for whom the role will be offered at 22 hours per week.

Wales Restorative Approaches Partnership is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead us into our next exciting phase of development and growth, following the forthcoming retirement of our founding Director.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of restorative working in Wales and beyond.

Our mission is simple but profound: to build, maintain and repair relationships through restorative approaches. We believe that everyone can be restorative, and we're looking for a leader who can bring that belief to life every day.

About the Role Responsibilities

• Lead our strategic vision, mission and culture, working collaboratively with the Board, Senior Leadership Team and partners.
• Model restorative and trauma informed leadership, embodying values such as equity, empathy, compassion and accountability.
• Drive strategic growth, innovation and sustainability across our services and partnerships.
• Represent W.R.A.P. nationally and internationally as our key ambassador and spokesperson, influencing policy and shaping the future of restorative practice.
• Lead by example, maintaining a strong connection with delivery work through training, consultation or complex case practice (circa 40% of role).

This role can be offered full time or part time, providing flexibility for the right candidate.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for a leader who is both strategic and compassionate, capable of inspiring others while maintaining operational excellence.

You'll have

• Extensive people leadership and organisational management experience.
• A proven ability to build, maintain and repair relationships at senior and strategic levels.
• Demonstrable experience in restorative, trauma informed or aligned practice.
• The ability to lead change, grow partnerships and secure sustainable funding and investment.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with confidence representing an organisation publicly.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing in leadership.

It would be advantageous to have

• Advanced restorative practitioner or trainer training (RJC recognised).
• Experience in the not for profit or social enterprise sector.
• Strategic experience across W.R.A.P.'s core sectors.
• Be part of a values led organisation that changes lives and communities for the better.
• Join a family friendly, supportive team that prioritises wellbeing, collaboration and inclusion.
• Enjoy a competitive salary with the potential for a year end bonus.
• Benefit from hybrid working, opportunities for professional development and the chance to make the role your own.

If you wish to discuss the role, please contact us - our landline number can be found on our website.

If you're the ideal candidate we are looking for, please click APPLY today!

Your CV will be assessed and if you have the skills we are looking for, you will receive an application pack via e mail. This must be completed for your application to be considered.

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