Chief Executive Officer

SPECTRUM Centre for Independent Living CIC & it’s subsidiaries (Unity 12 CIC & SPECTRUM Continuing Care CIC) Are you a leader in the Disability Sector? Would you like to lead one of the pioneers of Disabled People's organisations? If yes, SPECTRUM is recruiting a Disabled Person for Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Chief Executive Officer 30hrs - 37.5hrs/week (negotiable) Salary scale: Scale P04 33-36 - £42,096 - £45,333, for 37.5hrs/week Applicants will have a thorough knowledge of disability issues and the Social Model of Disability. You will be responsible for strategic development, staff/project management and peer support. Excellent interpersonal, budget management and organisational skills together with the ability to communicate at all levels are essential qualities. The successful applicant will be responsible for developing and managing an expanding organisation of Disabled People committed to campaigning for full civil rights for Disabled People and providing user-led services to support Disabled People to live independent lifestyle of their choice. We support a definition of Disabled People that encompasses people with a physical, sensory, intellectual, psychological, emotional or any other hidden impairment. Therefore, this includes people with learning difficulties, system survivors, cancer and those with HIV/AIDS. We offer: a flexible package, including 25-28 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rata) and a contributory pension scheme. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of Disabled People and the success of SPECTRUM and it’s subsidiaries. For more information and an application pack use the contact details below. To apply please share your CV and personal statement explaining how you meet the skills and experience required. Tel: (phone number removed) Address: SPECTRUM CIL, Unity 12, 9-19 Rose Road, Southampton, SO14 6TE Closing date is: 5th June at 5pm Interviews are likely to take place in the fourth week of June 2026