Communities Locality Lead

Lead Local Change. Strengthen Communities. Shape the Future.

We’re looking for an inspiring, community‑focused leader to join our Localities Service as the Communities team Locality Lead for Selby & Ainsty.

This is a high‑impact role at the heart of our ambition to be the most local large council in England. You will work collaboratively alongside partners across the public, business and voluntary sectors to build confident, resilient communities that can respond to local challenges, reduce inequalities and support people to live longer, healthier and more independent lives in the places they call home.

• Develop and support local projects, partnerships and community‑led initiatives and action plans.
• Build strong relationships with other service teams, community anchor organisations, parish councils and local voluntary groups.
• Help communities shape services, influence decisions and access support.
• Drive place‑based approaches that improve wellbeing and reduce inequalities.
• Represent the council locally and champion positive community action.

The role requires travel across North Yorkshire and occasional attendance at evening meetings.

We are seeking a confident, experienced team player with an attention to detail, experience of working with a range of community partners and a passion for community empowerment and local government transformation.

• Strong experience in community development, asset-based community‑led prevention, multi-agency partnership working or social regeneration.
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building and influencing skills.
• Confidence working with councillors, partners and diverse communities.
• Ability to manage projects, budgets and staff.
• A proactive, creative and resilient approach.
• A commitment to inclusive, relationship‑centred practice.

At North Yorkshire Council, we are committed to supporting our employees to grow and succeed. In return for your expertise, you'll benefit from:

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to learning, coaching, mentoring and apprenticeships.
• Flexible working opportunities including hybrid where appropriate.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Access to discounts and vouchers, including holidays, high street retailers and day to day spending

For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please contact Liz Meade, Communities Area Manager (Central). Contact:

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North Yorkshire Councils’ purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other’s contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.