Chief Executive Officer - Disability Sheffield

Ready to lead change and make a real difference to disabled people’s lives?

Disability Sheffield is looking for an inspiring and committed Chief Executive to lead our organisation into its next chapter. Over the last five years, we have grown our work and strengthened our reputation, and we are looking for someone who shares our ambition to build on this success and champion the rights, voices and aspirations of disabled people across Sheffield.

You will lead a passionate team of staff and volunteers, working alongside disabled people to co-produce activities, challenge inequality and promote inclusion and independent living. This is an exciting opportunity to shape our future, strengthen our partnerships and help create a more inclusive Sheffield where disabled people have a stronger voice and greater opportunities to thrive.

Disability Sheffield is a disabled people-led charity, and lived experience is central to who we are and what we do. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from disabled people and those with lived experience of disability.

Help us shape the future of Disability Sheffield and make a lasting difference. We’d love to hear from you!

Important Dates

Closing Date – 12pm, Tuesday 17th November 2026

Interview Date – Thursday 26th November 2026

Job Details

Job title

Chief Executive Officer

Office Location

The Circle, 33 Rockingham Lane, Sheffield, S1 4FW

Salary

£53,299 per annum full-time equivalent (FTE); £42,639 per annum pro rata for 28 hours per week

Pension

6% employer contribution, 2% employee contribution (minimum)

Hours

28 hours per week

Contract Type

Permanent

Reports to

Board of Trustees

Line management

Operations Manager, Travel Support Service Manager, Advocacy Manager, Cycling 4 All Project Manager, Sheffield Voices Project Development Worker, Finance Co-ordinator.

About Disability Sheffield

Disability Sheffield Centre for Independent Living is a ‘not for profit’ pan-impairment organisation driven by people who self-define as disabled people, whether they have a physical disability, a sensory impairment, a mental health condition or learning difficulties.

We support disabled adults to make their voice heard, whether through individual advocacy services or through a range of projects seeking to ensure disabled people are at the heart of all decision making across Sheffield.

Main Purpose of the Job

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide effective strategic and operational leadership of Disability Sheffield, ensuring the organisation fulfils its charitable objectives and remains focused on improving the lives of disabled people.

Working closely with the Board of Trustees, Management group and wider staff team, the CEO will lead the development and delivery of the organisation’s vision, mission and aims, ensuring that its work reflects the needs, rights and aspirations of disabled people, fostering co-production and promoting equality and inclusive living.

The CEO will be responsible for the overall leadership, performance and sustainability of Disability Sheffield, ensuring effective governance, financial management, compliance and the responsible use of resources. They will support and advise the Board of Trustees, lead and develop staff and volunteers, build strong partnerships across the voluntary, public and statutory sectors, and lead on maintaining and securing income generation opportunities for funding and growth.

The CEO will ensure that Disability Sheffield remains a strong, effective and sustainable organisation, able to respond to the changing needs of disabled people and influence positive change across Sheffield.

The Job Description, available in the Job Pack contains more details including the Main Duties and Responsibilities and the Person Specification for this role.

How to Apply

If you would like to apply for this role please visit our website to download the

Job Pack and Application Form

https://disabilitysheffield.org.uk/could-you-be-the-new-ceo-of-disability-sheffield/

Get in Touch

If you have any questions about the role please do not hesitate to get in touch. You can contact us at Applications@disabilitysheffield.org.uk