Director of Libraries, Sport and Physical Activity & Communities Organisation Glasgow Life Salary £102,894.01 - £116,854.38 Location Glasgow Contract type Permanent (Full time) Closing date 28 September 2025 Job Description Location: Albion StRef: GLA14069We believe everyone deserves a great Glasgow life and that starts with the people who work here.Glasgow Life is a charity like no other. Our vision is to improve the lives of everyone in our city 鈥� and inspire every citizen and visitor to become engaged and active in a city globally renowned for culture and sport.To help us deliver that vision, we鈥檙e looking for a Director of Libraries, Sport & Physical Activity & Communities to join our Senior Leadership Team.Our teams focus on making a real difference through culture and sport in Glasgow. If you鈥檙e excited by the idea of being part of that, this could be the job for you.Location: Hybrid. Our head office is based in Merchant city with excellent transport links and access to discounted car parking nearby. What you鈥檒l doAs Director of Libraries, Sport & Physical Activity and Communities, you鈥檒l report directly to the Chief Executive and play a pivotal role in delivering our strategic vision. You'll lead a diverse portfolio of physical and digital services - from Glasgow Club gyms and our citywide Libraries to vital community learning and engagement programmes, and ensure they contribute meaningfully to the mental, physical, and economic wellbeing of Glasgow鈥檚 people.You鈥檒l oversee major strategic projects and transformational change, driving innovation, inclusion, financial sustainability, and service excellence across your portfolio. As a key member of our Senior Leadership Team, you鈥檒l also help shape Glasgow Life鈥檚 future direction, strengthen our income base, and lead engagement with strategic partners locally, nationally and internationally.Your leadership will make a visible and lasting difference through teams that:鈥� Support our communities鈥� Help people get active鈥� Create cultural and learning experiences鈥� Or work behind the scenes to make it all happenWho you areWe鈥檙e looking for a strategic, inspiring and collaborative leader with a deep understanding of how culture, sport, libraries and community services improve lives.You鈥檒l bring strong business acumen, a people-focused approach, and a commitment to delivering public value in a complex, high-profile environment. If you can balance social impact with income generation and lead inclusively and authentically, we鈥檇 love to hear from you.We鈥檙e looking for:鈥� A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, along with evidence of ongoing professional and leadership development鈥� Senior leadership experience in a large, complex organisation delivering customer-focused services鈥� Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to manage diverse and high-level stakeholder relationships鈥� A commercial mindset and excellent financial and budget management skills鈥� In-depth knowledge of challenges facing the delivery of culture, sport, libraries and community services in both public and commercial contexts鈥� A proven track record in leading successful organisational change and service redesign鈥� Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with experience of driving performance and continuous improvement鈥� Experience working across organisational boundaries, with a solid grasp of political, governance and decision-making frameworks鈥� An understanding of the wider public and third-sector landscape in Scotland鈥� A personal and professional commitment to Glasgow Life鈥檚 values 鈥� demonstrated through inclusive, values-led leadershipDownload the Candidate Brochure in the Job Attachments section on MyJobScotland to see the full list of essential and desirable criteria. What we offerAt Glasgow Life, our work changes lives. As a charity, we bring communities together and support wellbeing through sport, culture, heritage, and learning.Learn more about Glasgow Life in our 10 Facts video in the Further Information section on MyJobScotland.We support you to live a great life. Inside and outside of work. Some of our benefits include:HolidayWhen you join, you鈥檒l get 30 days鈥� holiday. Plus 6.5 public holidays if you鈥檙e full-time. This increases to 35 days after 5 years of service.Fancy a bit more time off? You can buy extra holiday too!PensionSave for later life and join the Local Government Pension Scheme. Your future self will thank you. Our generous employer contribution will help you plan for the future.SupportSometimes we all need support and a listening ear. Our free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme can support your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.DiscountsAs a colleague, you can enjoy discounts on the things you love, from Glasgow Club memberships to our museum shops and our online store. We are also part of the cycle-to-work scheme, helping you stay active.Flexibility and developmentWe are proud of our flexible and inclusive work policies, which help you balance work and life. We also offer support for learning, development and career progression.Please note that Glasgow Life is an Arm鈥檚 Length External Organisation to Glasgow City Council. We are currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure. This may impact current salaries quoted in job adverts. To learn more, visit - https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/jobevaluation.What鈥檚 nextTo get started, complete our short application form upload your CV and a Supporting Statement via MyJobScotland. Use the Candidate Brochure to shape your CV and Supporting Statement and show how your experience aligns with the job.Important Dates:The closing date for this job is 11.59pm on 28 September 2025 . First stage interviews are provisionally scheduled for late October, with final stage early November, in Glasgow. If you still have questions about the role, please contact us at glrecruitment@glasgowlife.org.uk to arrange an informal chat. Who We Are Our Libraries, Sport and Physical Activity and Communities services are at the heart of life in Glasgow.From Glasgow Club gyms and Learn to Swim programmes, to Libraries offering digital access and lifelong learning, to community centres creating safe, local spaces 鈥� we support people of all ages and backgrounds.鈥� Learn more about Sport at https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/sport鈥� Learn more about Libraries and Communities at https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/libraries and https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/communitiesDiversity and Fair Work at Glasgow LifeWe鈥檙e working to build a team that reflects the rich diversity of Glasgow鈥檚 communities 鈥� where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to be their full, authentic selves at work.We鈥檙e proud to be a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Learn more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here: https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer We鈥檙e also committed to Fair Work First principles, including effective voice, opportunity, security, fulfilment and respect for all our staff. Learn more about our approach to Fair Work First here: https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/about-us/fair-work-first We鈥檙e working hard to address underrepresentation in our workforce. We especially welcome applications from people with disabilities and from ethnic minority communities.Ready to apply?Once you apply, add noreply@myjobscotland.gov.uk to your safe sender list so you don鈥檛 miss important emails.We鈥檙e excited to hear from you. Let鈥檚 shape a great Glasgow life 鈥� together.To apply for this vacancy online please visit Director of Libraries, Sport and Physical Activity & Communities - GLA14069 | Glasgow Life | myjobscotlandClosing date is 11.59pm on Sunday 28TH September 2025Information is available in alternative formats, on request. How to apply https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/glasgow/glasgow-life/jobs/director-libraries-sport-and-physical-activity-communities-436299 Share X LinkedIn Email