Help shape the heart of your community.
Are you an enthusiastic and experienced community leader who thrives on bringing people together? Do you have the
vision, energy and practical skills to manage a vibrant community hub while developing new opportunities for
local people?
We are looking for an inspiring Community Centre Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of our busy community
centre and help shape its future. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about community
development and wants to make a real difference by creating a welcoming, inclusive and sustainable space where
people and organisations can connect, learn and thrive.
Working closely with our Trustees, staff, volunteers and local partners, you will ensure the centre remains at the
heart of the community by delivering an engaging programme of activities, developing partnerships and securing
opportunities that strengthen the centre's long-term sustainability.
What you'll be doing
As Community Centre Manager, you will:
• Lead the day-to-day operational management of the community centre, ensuring it is safe, welcoming and well
maintained.
• Develop and continually refresh the centre's programme of activities, services and events to maximise community
participation and meet local needs.
• Work alongside the Board of Trustees to manage budgets, monitor financial performance and contribute to the
centre's long-term sustainability.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with community groups, local organisations, public services and other
stakeholders to increase collaboration and community impact.
• Identify and secure funding opportunities through grant applications and other funding opportunities through grant
applications and other income-generating activities, including maximising the use of the centre through
sustainable room lets.
• Ensure the centre meets all statutory compliance, health and safety, governance and risk management
requirements.
• Support, motivate and work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, trustees and centre users to create a positive
and inclusive environment
About you
We’re looking for someone with experience in community development, community facility or centre management, ideally
qualified to HNC level or above in Community Learning & Development, Community Education or a related
discipline. You will be a confident, supportive leader with excellent communication and relationship-building
skills, able to work effectively with trustees, volunteers, community groups, partners and local residents. You
should be comfortable managing budgets, identifying funding opportunities, preparing successful grant
applications and developing sustainable income streams. Well organised, proactive and able to manage competing
priorities, you will be passionate about strengthening communities, reducing inequalities and creating
opportunities that improve people’s lives.
Why join us?
This is more than a management role—it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the community. You'll
play a key role in ensuring the centre remains a vibrant, welcoming place where people connect, support one
another and access opportunities that improve health, wellbeing and community resilience.
If you're ready to lead with purpose and help shape the future of a thriving community hub, we'd love to hear
from you.