Community Centre Manager at Hangleton Community Centre (Hangleton Community Association)

We are looking for someone who enjoys taking responsibility, improving how things work, supporting others to do their best work, and being part of a team helping to make a community space thrive.

Permanent contract (subject to ongoing funding)
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per year (pro rata if part time) depending on experience & subject to a review after 12 months
We are open to appointing this role on either a part time or full-time basis, depending on the experience, skills and availability of the successful candidate

We recognise that excellent candidates may come with different levels of experience and availability. For example, the role could suit: A highly experienced candidate who prefers to work fewer hours at a higher salary level, or someone earlier in their career who is keen to grow into the role over more hours. We are therefore open to discussing flexible working arrangements, including different weekly hours, provided the needs of the Centre can be met.

We particularly welcome applications from people who live in or have strong connections to the communities the Centre serves, including those with caring responsibilities, community commitments, or other calls on their time, and we will do our best to shape the role in a way that works for both the organisation and the successful candidate. Our priority is to find the right person to help the Centre thrive, and we are open to structuring the role accordingly within the current salary range.

While the charity is committed to sustaining the role long-term, like many community organisations this is dependent on securing and maintaining funding, and we will work proactively to secure the financial position. The trustees are committed to strengthening the Centre’s financial sustainability and see this role as central to its future success.

Role Purpose: -
The Community Centre Manager is responsible for the effective, safe and sustainable day-to-day running of the Community Centre, ensuring it is well-managed, financially sound, welcoming and responsive to the needs of the local community.
This is a hands-on operational leadership role combining business management, staff leadership, safeguarding and compliance, alongside a forward-looking remit to improve systems, increase efficiency and, over time, grow income and impact.
Initially, the priority will be to stabilise operations, strengthen systems and ensure smooth running. Once embedded, the postholder will play a key role in developing the Centre’s offer, widening reach, building partnerships and identifying opportunities for income generation and funding.

Key Responsibilities: -
Manage the day-to-day running of the Community Centre
Make sure the building is safe, welcoming and well organised
Manage room bookings and use of space
Support and line manage staff and volunteers
Oversee basic finances (invoices, payments, records)
Work with trustees on budgets and financial planning
Ensure health & safety and safeguarding procedures are followed
Carry out basic risk assessments and keep policies up to date
Oversee building maintenance, repairs and contractors
Be the main contact for centre users, hirers and partners
Improve systems and ways of working, including using digital tools
Build relationships with local residents and community groups
Help develop new activities, partnerships and income over time

Person Specification: - We are looking for someone who:
Has experience in a community, charity or similar setting (or transferable skills and the ability to do the role)
Is organised, reliable and able to manage different tasks
Is confident using IT, or willing to learn new systems
Can support and manage a small team
Understands the importance of safeguarding and health & safety
Communicates well with people from different backgrounds
Can work independently and use good judgement
Is practical, flexible and good at solving problems
Cares about community and making a positive difference

It would also be helpful if you have:-
Strong links to the local community
Experience of fundraising, income generation or partnerships
Experience of managing a building or facilities
Basic project management experience
Understanding of how charities work

Additional: -
This role requires an Enhanced DBS check
We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities or different working needs.
We would particularly welcome applications from people who live in, or have strong connections to, the communities the Centre exists to serve. However, applications from all backgrounds will be considered, and selection will be based on skills, experience and values.
If you feel you meet some but not all of the criteria, we strongly encourage you to apply.
Send CV & covering letter that sets out how you meet the Job Description and Person Specification, and tell us what having this job would mean to you. Thank you