Head of Innovation

3 days ago

Sunderland, Sunderland, United Kingdom VONNE (Voluntary Organisations' Network North East) Full time £34,000 - £46,500 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Role Type: Employment

Hours: Full time

Application deadline: Tuesday, December 23, :00

Based: Sunderland

Salary: £34,000 to 46,500

Salary Type: Salary Scale

Location: Tyne and Wear

Role description: Manager

Foundation of Light, the registered charity of Sunderland Football Club, aims to involve, educate and inspire people of all ages from Sunderland, South Tyneside and Durham to improve their life chances, using football as the motivator. We are proud of our history and culture, our innovative and proactive solutions to community problems, and our people. We are now looking to add to our passionate and enthusiastic team.

Head of Innovation (Full Time)
The Foundation of Light is excited to announce the introduction of a brand-new role which will help the charity lead the way as we launch our brand-new strategy.

The Head of Innovation will lead the organisation's innovation strategy, driving the development and implementation of new ideas, technologies, and processes that create value and competitive advantage. This role requires a visionary leader who can identify emerging trends, foster a culture of creativity, and translate innovative concepts into actionable business outcomes.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Jamie Wright, Chief Operating Officer and Deputy CEO, at to arrange a call.

The base for the post is the Beacon of Light, with regular delivery across Sunderland, South Tyneside and County Durham.

Interested applicants should request an application pack or send a CV to or download packs from our website

Candidates who have not heard within six weeks of application should assume they have been unsuccessful.

The closing date is Tuesday 23rd December 2025 and interviews will be week commencing 12th January 2026.
Appointments may be subject to an enhanced DBS Check

  • Foundation of Light is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Foundation of Light

  • Beacon of Light
  • Sunderland
  • SR5 1SN

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