Centre Manager. Job in Bramford Education & Training Jobs

Resurgo Trust; Bramford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Spear Centre Manager to lead an impactful employability programme for young people. In this part-time role, you will oversee the Spear programme, coaching and empowering unemployed individuals aged 16-24 to overcome barriers to employment. Your responsibilities will include managing a dedicated team, fostering partnerships within the community, and ensuring effective programme delivery. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people while working closely with a supportive church community. If you are committed to social justice and have a heart for community transformation, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and training groups and individuals.
• Proven ability to manage and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery and coordination of the Spear programme.
• Build relationships with local referral partners and manage young people's participation.
• Support the growth of the Spear centre and report on KPIs.

Skills

Coaching

Relationship Management

Communication

Leadership

Program Coordination

Education

Relevant Experience in Coaching or Education

Job description

The Spear Centre Manager will work as part of the River Church staff team to oversee the delivery of Spear—an employability programme that equips and empowers unemployed 16-24 year-olds to overcome barriers to employment and transform their lives by moving into sustainable work or further education.

The important stuff

Salary: Up to £27,222 pro rata

Hours: Part-Time, 4 days; 9.30am-5.30pm, with some out-of-hours work for events such as Spear Celebrations

Location: River Church Ipswich – an office-based organisation with direct links to London

Closing date: We interview on a rolling basis and may close applications early if we find the right candidate

Application pack: Download our application pack for more information

We welcome applications from those already part of a local church.

Key Responsibilities

Oversight of the Spear Programme

The Spear Foundation is a 4-week initial phase, consisting of 2 group sessions and a weekly 1:1 coaching session with each trainee, focusing on skills and mindsets to support their return to work or education and help them stay there.

• Prepare and coach group and 1-1 sessions with the Spear Assistant Coach.
• Oversee all aspects of programme coordination and delivery.
• Ensure programme delivery aligns with targets, and report on enrolment, retention, completion, and progress to Resurgo and the church.

Partnership liaison and relationship management

• Develop and implement strategies to build relationships with local referral partners, raising the profile of Spear within Ipswich and enabling access for young people who would benefit.
• Maintain relationships with young people post-enrollment to encourage participation and ensure full cohorts.

Line management and training

• Manage the Spear Assistant Coach, fostering their growth and development.
• Collaborate with River Church staff and Resurgo’s Church Partnerships Manager to support the growth of the Spear centre, its team, and young people, fulfilling the shared mission in Ipswich.
• Report to Resurgo teams on KPIs and use outcomes data to improve programme effectiveness.

Supporting River Church’s mission and ministry

• Build relationships with church leaders and members to engage support for Spear, without requiring the candidate to join River Church if already part of another church.
• Assist with grant applications and reporting in collaboration with the Head of Operations and Fundraising Assistant.
• Keep the congregation informed about the Spear programme to integrate it into the church’s mission.

Personal qualities we're looking for:

• An active Christian who embodies the values of Resurgo and River Church, committed to spiritual growth and Christian leadership.
• Passionate about social justice and community transformation, especially supporting young people in employment or education.
• Engaging, creative, and self-motivated, with experience in coaching and training groups and individuals.
• A proactive leader with line management experience, able to prioritize and work under pressure.
• Excellent communicator with high emotional intelligence, confident in building relationships, and bringing a sense of fun!