job opportunity: community heritage development manager

@theleapbd


Bradford Community-Led Heritage

The Leap is recruiting a Community Heritage Development Manager to play a leading role in delivering Bradford Community-Led Heritage, an ambitious 18-month programme celebrating and safeguarding Bradford’s living, community-defined heritage.

Working closely with communities, Heritage Connectors, community researchers and partner organisations, this role will lead community engagement, coordinate the community grants programme, support training and creative development, and help deliver exhibitions, showcases and the Bradford Heritage Festival 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about community leadership, heritage, creativity and social justice, with experience in community development, partnership working and delivering inclusive cultural programmes.


Location: Bradford / Geographically flexible within England

Salary: £26,403-£35,412 (35 Hours)

Contract: 1st September 2026, 12 months, Fixed-term, (Extension subject to funding)

Reports to: Director Programmes & Operations

Deadline: Monday 20th July 2026, 12 noon

For an informal discussion about the role contact osman@the-leap.org.uk

Please email your CV and supporting statement to info@the-leap.org.uk

Full role description and application details available to download here.