Senior Manager: Community Engagement-£56,160 -London, W10

The Role

Are you an experienced leader who knows how to build trust across diverse communities and turn ideas into meaningful local action? Do you have the confidence and judgement to guide partnerships, manage teams and shape programmes that make a lasting difference?

We are looking for a Senior Manager: Community Engagement to lead how we connect, listen and work with the North Kensington community.

This is a senior, hands-on role where strategy meets day-to-day delivery. You will shape our engagement approach, manage a skilled team and ensure local voices influence everything we do. From forums and partnerships to events and impact reporting, you will help make the Westway Trust a place people feel proud of and involved in.

The Senior Manager: Community Engagement will work closely with colleagues, tenants, charities and residents, balancing social value with the practical needs of a busy estate that welcomes over one million visitors each year.

If you’re ready to step into this rewarding role and help shape a thriving community, apply today and join us.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver the Trust’s community engagement plan
• Build and manage strong partnerships with member organisations and stakeholders
• Oversee consultation, forums and community networks
• Measure and report on social impact and outcomes
• Encourage commercial tenants to deliver positive social impact
• Manage and support a small team
• Oversee the programming and operation of community spaces
• Provide reports and updates to senior leaders and the Board

The Company

Westway Trust is a dynamic and forward-thinking charity located in the heart of Portobello, West London. Established as a beacon of community-driven change, the Westway Trust is rooted in the heart of North Kensington. As a Westway Trust employee, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fulfilling environment while making a meaningful difference.

The Benefits

• Salary of £56,160 per annum
• 35 hours per week, with occasional evenings and weekends
• A varied, visible leadership role with real influence
• The chance to shape services that directly improve people’s lives
• Supportive colleagues and a values-led culture
• Opportunities for professional development

The Person

You will be an experienced senior charity or community leader who can bring people together and make things happen.

You should have:

• Strong experience in community engagement and partnership working
• Team management and budget oversight experience
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Confidence balancing different views and priorities
• A practical, organised and thoughtful approach
• A clear commitment to equality, inclusion and anti-racism

Above all, you will enjoy working with people and seeing your work have a visible local impact.

Contact information

Shabana Begum