Hours Permanent, subject to probation period, Full time – 35 hours

Location based The Farr Centre, North Nottinghamshire

Salary £47,557 – £49,741

Purpose of post

Nottinghamshire Women’s Aid Ltd is seeking a dynamic, compassionate and strategic Head of Services (HOS) to lead our organisation into its next chapter.

With an excellent reputation and a positive track record of supporting and empowering vulnerable women, children and young people who have been affected by domestic abuse, we are looking for a HOS who will bring both vision and action to enhance our impact and ensure our sustainability.

As HOS with a workforce of 80 staff, you will be the driving force behind Nottinghamshire Women’s Aid, demonstrating values-led leadership. You will manage and direct the team to successfully achieve our business aims and objectives to provide inclusive, non-judgemental services from a feminist perspective to women, children & young people affected by domestic abuse.

Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you will shape and implement our strategic direction, lead a dedicated team of senior managers and ensure operational excellence across our services.

You’ll be the public face of the organisation, forging strong relationships across local, regional, and national networks—including the Women’s Aid Federation England (WAFE) and championing the voices of those we serve by challenging negative attitudes and beliefs.

Benefits Include: 27 days holiday, plus five extra days after 5 years’ service with an additional 12 bank holiday/concessionary days

Pension: Contribution of 3% of your total pay each month

Closing Date: 17th October 2025

Interviews: Week commencing 3rd November 2025

To request an application pack, please email HOSrecruitment@nottswa.org or download the job pack below.

CV’s will not be accepted

These posts are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to women applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9 Part 1 and Section 7(2) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975.

Nottinghamshire Women’s Aid Ltd values diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from women of all backgrounds.