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Chief Executive - Strength & Learning Through Horses

Barnet, United Kingdom
£70,000 - £80,000 FTE
Permanent
Closing on 18 May 2026

Chief Executive - drive growth, deepen impact and shape the next phase of a high-potential organisation.

Strength and Learning Through Horses (SLTH) is a London-based charity transforming the lives of vulnerable young people through equine-assisted therapy and education services. 

As Chief Executive, you will lead the organisation into its next chapter. Reporting to the Board, you will lead organisational development, drive and diversify income, oversee site development, strengthen governance, oversee financial performance, planning and sustainability, act as ambassador, building partnerships and profile, ensure operational excellence and lead a skilled, values-driven team.

Essentials:

  • Significant senior leadership experience (CEO or equivalent) in charity, education, health, youth or social care sectors
  • Strong background in strategy, governance and organisational development
  • Experience representing an organisation externally and leading diverse teams
  • Demonstrable financial stewardship, working knowledge of day-to-day HR policies and processes, and an understanding of safeguarding responsibilities

Benefits:

  • Contract: Permanent, part time (0.8 FTE / 4 days per week)
    Location: Greengates Stables, Mays Lane, Barnet, EN5 2AQ / hybrid - 3 days a week on-site
  • Flexible working 
  • Opportunity to lead a high-impact, specialist charity 

This role will suit a senior leader with a track record in growth, income generation and team leadership, who is bold, ambitious and passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable young people. Are you ready to scale impact while protecting what makes a charity special?

Please see the candidate pack for full details.

Key dates:

  • Closing date: Monday 18th May 2026
  • 1st interviews with SLTH (online): w/c 8th June
  • 2nd interviews with SLTH (in-person): w/c 15th June
  • Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by EOD 26th May prior to longlist submission on 27th May

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

Katherine Anderson-Scott
Executive Director
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For more information on this role or for a confidential chat, please call 01962 813 300 or email us via info@charismarecruitment.co.uk
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