Centre Manager - Residential Outdoor Education Centre

Field Studies Council; Taunton; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable educational organization is seeking a Centre Manager to lead operations at Nettlecombe Court in a stunning location on the edge of Exmoor National Park. You will oversee daily management, support your team, and drive new business opportunities while fostering a passion for outdoor learning. Excellent communication and business management skills are essential for success in this role, which offers a starting salary of approximately £39,390 per annum along with extensive benefits.

Benefits

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life assurance

Health cash plan

Relocation opportunity to Somerset

Qualifications

• Strong business management skills from previous experience.
• Experience in a similar centre environment within leisure, hospitality, or education sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the team, providing direction and support.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and manage performance.
• Work with sales teams to develop new business opportunities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive approach to personal development

Time management and prioritisation skills

Passion for outdoor learning

Job description

As our Centre Manager, you will have a key operational and leadership role within our charity. You'll work closely with the Head of Education and Operations to ensure the effective running of your centre, ensuring all activities align with the Field Studies Council vision and strategy. You will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations, management, and performance of your busy residential learning location. This will involve budgeting and ensuring effective systems are in place to meet customers' expectations. As well as working with our Sales and Business Development teams to actively retain and develop new business opportunities.

You will successfully lead and manage your team, providing clear direction, motivation, support, and feedback. As well as play an active role in recruiting, inducting, and developing each team member, supporting them to perform at their best with a strong focus on delivering excellent customer service.

Please note that you will have developed strong business management skills from your previous work experience and be confident to deliver the day-to-day operational functions of a busy learning environment. Experience in a similar centre environment within the leisure, hospitality, or education sectors is advantageous. In addition, you will have:

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of audiences.
• A proactive approach to personal development. You will be motivated to learn new skills and seek new challenges, as well as be able to inspire others to do the same.
• Demonstrable time management and prioritisation skills.
• A passion for outdoor learning and a commitment to its value.

Field Studies Council Nettlecombe Court is a unique and inspiring place to work. Set in a peaceful valley on the edge of Exmoor National Park, the house is a striking Tudor and Georgian mansion surrounded by ancient woodland, heritage parkland, and a nationally important Site of Special Scientific Interest. Working here means being immersed in nature every day, with easy access to the Somerset coast, Exmoor, and the Quantocks National Landscape.

The benefits of working with us include:

• Permanent full-time contract
• Starting salary is circa £39,390 per annum
• Excellent benefits - including 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, life assurance, and a health cash plan
• Work in a stunning location, with nature on your doorstep every day
• We have a 2-bedroom bungalow on site, providing the opportunity to relocate to beautiful Somerset (subject to availability)

We offer competitive salaries, sick pay, pension schemes, life assurance, and a range of other benefits, including a health cash plan, discounts, and access to a 24hr Counselling Helpline Service. We are committed to providing our employees with appropriate quality learning and development opportunities.