Wiltshire and Swindon Sport seeks CEO
Key information:
- Location: Wiltshire & Swindon (offices in Trowbridge).
- Salary: £60,000–£70,000 + pension.
- Full-time: Flexible working available.
- Closing date: December 7th 2025.
Are you a collaborative leader who believes in transforming lives through movement?
Wiltshire and Swindon Sport (WASP) are seeking a dynamic Chief Executive to lead the next chapter as a Sport England System Partner. The organisation works across health, education, local government, and the voluntary sector to inspire active lives and tackle inequality through sport and physical activity.
WASP is one of 43 Active Partnerships working to create the conditions for an active nation. Their strategy – Starting Well, Living Well, Ageing Well – is rooted in insight, inclusion and local voice. They are expanding their place-based work in Swindon and deepening their role in tackling health inequalities.
As CEO, you’ll be the driving force behind their strategy, partnerships, and culture. You’ll lead a passionate team, working closely with the board to:
● Champion physical activity across Wiltshire and Swindon.
● Build trusted relationships across sectors and communities.
● Secure funding and diversify income streams.
● Ensure excellence in governance, safeguarding and impact.
● Represent WASP locally, regionally and nationally.
The successful candidate will possess senior leadership experience in either the charity or public sector. They will be skilled in strategic thinking, with strong financial acumen and governance expertise. The CEO will have a collaborative and inclusive leadership style and be able to identify opportunities to expand impact. Above all, they will be passionate about equity, community-led change and lifelong wellbeing.
This is an opportunity to lead an ambitious, values-driven organisation and make a lasting difference in communities.
For further details and to apply, please contact Sandy Hinks via recruit@moonexecsearch.com quoting the applicable reference number: JO2682
