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Wiston Lodge
Wiston Lodge

Charity registered in Scotland SC037778

Wiston Lodge provides physical, mental and spiritual challenge in a safe and sheltered residential environment for all users, but especially young people who are vulnerable and at risk; enabling the development of respect for oneself, others and for the environment and encouraging lifestyles which are simple, nonviolent and free from destructive dependencies. Wiston Lodge is a charity, housed in a former Victorian Hunting Lodge built in the 1870s. We are located near Lanark in Scotland, an hour from both Glasgow and Edinburgh and 10 minutes from the M74 (J13). The house and grounds offer a remote rural experience, far from any shops and other distractions. There are a number of rooms suitable for group work, open fires to sit round, and a large games hall. Outside, the 52-acre estate is a rich mixture of woodlands, team-building activities, gardens and a campsite.
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Wiston Lodge

Top job! Chief Executive

  • Part time
  • £37,000 – £41,000 pro-rata
  • On site: Wiston Lodge, South Lanarkshire
  • Closing 6th February 2025

As a well-established outdoor development and activities centre, we are currently seeking a dynamic Chief Executive to lead us into the next exciting phase of our organisation. The ideal candidate will have experience of leadership and development within the voluntary sector.

This role will drive the strategic direction of our mission and work collaboratively with our range of stakeholders who care deeply about our aims- including Trustees, members, employees, volunteers, funders, and the local community. You will directly lead our staff team of 12. They will demonstrate innovation and a genuine passion for supporting young people and the community, as well as a connection to nature and environment.

Importantly, they will be committed to the values of Wiston Lodge, the ethos of the third sector, and approach of community learning and development more widely.

The Organisation

Wiston Lodge is a well-known and loved charitable organisation focussed on offering educational & outdoors programmes to vulnerable adults, young people, and wider community. We do this by utilising our 50+ acre rural estate.

We have been operating as a non-profit organisation since 2007. Wiston Lodge has between 5,000-7,000 people access its grounds and programmes annually, and is supported by a group of Trustees, and delivered by a committed staff and volunteer team.

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