Job  title:  Resource  &  Facilities  Lead
 Department:  Finance  &  Administration
 Reports  to:  CDCH  Board  of  Trustees

 Key  Relationships:
 Senior  Leadership  Team
 Board  of  Trustees
 Key  External  Stakeholders
 Finance  Administrator
 CDCH  Staff  and  Volunteers

 Hours:  30  -  37.5  per  week  (negotiable)
 Salary  :  Up  to  £40,000  per  annum  FTE
 Role  type:  Permanent
 Location:  Based  in  Tetbury  but  required  to  work  across  various  locations  as  needed.

 The  Cotswolds  Dogs  &  Cats  Home

 The  Cotswolds  Dogs  &  Cats  Home  (CDCH)  has  the  ambition  to  be  a  sector  leader  in  innovative  approaches  to
 animal  welfare.  Through  our  Rehoming  and  Welfare  work,  we  support  over  1,000  vulnerable  animals  in  our
 community  each  year.

 We  are  now  seeking  a  motivated  and  skilled  Resource  &  Facilities  Lead  to  join  our  Finance  &  Administration
 team.  This  brand-new  role  offers  the  chance  to  make  a  tangible  difference  by  ensuring  our  organisation  runs
 smoothly,  safely,  and  efficiently—supporting  CDCH  to  deliver  its  core  mission  in  a  dynamic  and  supportive
 environment.

 The  Role

 The  Resource  &  Facilities  Lead  will  provide  high-quality  support  across  the  organisation,  enabling  CDCH  to
 achieve  its  objectives.  The  post  holder  will  oversee  facilities,  compliance,  systems,  HR  administration,  and
 safeguarding,  while  acting  as  a  trusted  partner  to  colleagues,  contractors,  and  the  Board  of  Trustees.

 Key  Responsibilities

 Facilities  &  Maintenance

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 Oversee  contractual  obligations  and  maintenance  for  all  owned  and  leased  buildings.
 Lead  negotiation  and  management  of  contracts  with  third-party  service  providers  (cleaning,  security,  IT,
 maintenance,  etc.).

 Registered  Charity  No.  207006

 Compliance  &  Health  &  Safety

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 Ensure  all  CDCH  sites  comply  with  health,  safety,  and  environmental  regulations.
 In  partnership  with  external  providers  and  operational  leaders,  implement  safety  procedures,  respond  to
 emergencies,  and  conduct  safety  audits.

 HR  Support

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 Act  as  the  main  contact  for  our  external  HR  provider.
 Support  operational  leaders  with  recruitment,  onboarding,  and  HR  processes.

 Projects  &  Budget  Management

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 Manage  small  renovation  and  refurbishment  projects  with  minimal  disruption.
 Lead  on  facilities  budget  management,  ensuring  cost  control  and  exploring  opportunities  for  efficiencies
 (e.g.,  energy  savings).

 Systems  &  Data

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 Oversee  implementation,  maintenance,  and  compliance  of  third-party  systems  (HR,  IT,  phone,  and
 databases).
 Act  as  Data  Protection  Officer,  ensuring  organisation-wide  compliance.

 Safeguarding

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 Act  as  the  charity’s  Safeguarding  Officer,  ensuring  statutory  requirements  are  met  and  embedded  into
 practice.

 Skills  and  Attributes

 We  are  looking  for  someone  who  is:

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 Organised  &  detail-oriented  –  able  to  coordinate  multiple  tasks  effectively.
 A  clear  communicator  –  with  excellent  verbal  and  written  communication  skills.
 A  problem  solver  –  pragmatic,  solutions-focused,  and  resilient  under  pressure.
 A  relationship-builder  –  able  to  inspire  confidence  with  staff,  contractors,  and  trustees.
 A  team  player  –  collaborative,  flexible,  and  adaptable  to  change.

 Essential  experience  and  attributes:

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 Strong  organisational  skills  with  the  ability  to  translate  ideas  into  action.
 Ability  to  negotiate,  influence,  and  hold  self  and  others  to  account.
 Foundational  knowledge  of  facilities  management,  health  &  safety,  HR,  and  basic  finance.
 Commitment  to  high  standards,  continuous  improvement,  and  professional  integrity.
 Current  valid  driving  licence  and  access  to  a  vehicle  with  business  insurance.

 Registered  Charity  No.  207006

 Your  Commitment  to  CDCH

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 Boundaries  &  behaviours:  Act  with  professionalism  and  integrity  in  all  relationships.
 Health  &  Safety:  Take  responsibility  for  your  own  and  colleagues’  wellbeing.
 Equality,  Diversity  &  Inclusion:  Promote  a  culture  of  respect,  inclusion,  and  fairness.
 Confidentiality:  Treat  all  organisational  information  as  confidential  and  comply  with  relevant  policies.

 Please  note  that  all  offers  of  employment  require:  References  deemed  satisfactory  to  the  Charity
 Proof  of  eligibility  to  work  in  the  UK.
 All  new  employees  to  the  Charity  will  be  subject  to  a  six  month  probationary  period.
 We  are  unable  to  allow  staff  to  bring  their  own  dogs  with  them  to  work.
 The  post  requires  occasional  working  outside  of  normal  office  hours.  Attendance  may  also  be  required  at  meetings  which  may  be  held  in  the
 evenings  or  weekends.
 This  role  profile  is  not  exhaustive  and  may  be  subject  to  change  to  meet  the  operational  needs  of  the  charity.

 Registered  Charity  No.  207006