Community Centre Assistant (Admin, Bookings & Youth Support)

JobStart Scheme; Coleraine; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local community organization is seeking a Community Centre Assistant in Coleraine. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop skills in administration, digital communication, and youth engagement. The position requires good communication skills, basic IT skills, and social media confidence. You'll assist with bookings, social media updates, and support youth activities. Full training is provided, making it ideal for those looking to enter the workforce.

Qualifications

• No previous experience is required.
• Full on the job training will be provided.
• Mentoring and supervision from experienced community staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general administrative duties.
• Manage and update room and event bookings.
• Help maintain social media platforms.
• Provide front desk and reception support.
• Assist with planning community events.
• Support the team with project coordination.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Follow organisational policies.

Skills

Good communication skills and a friendly manner

Basic IT skills (email, word processing, internet use)

Ability to organise tasks and manage time effectively

Willingness to learn and take direction from staff

Confidence using social media

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office or Google Workspace

Creative skills for writing posts, taking photos

Experience volunteering with the public or youth groups

Understanding of community projects or local issues

Job description

Community Centre Assistant (Admin, Bookings & Youth Support)

The Employer is: MILLBURN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT LTD. This new role has been created specifically for the JobStart Scheme to support the day-to-day running of Millburn Community Centre. The Community Centre Assistant will work as part of a small, friendly team to help with administration, room bookings, IT support, social media updates, and youth club activities. The post offers an excellent opportunity to develop practical office, digital, and communication skills in a community-focused environment. No previous experience is required. Full on the job training will be provided. The participant will receive mentoring and supervision from experienced community staff, with opportunities to develop skills in administration, customer service, digital communication, and youth engagement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general administrative duties, including filing, data entry, photocopying, and record-keeping.
• Manage and update room and event bookings for groups and community activities.
• Help maintain and update the centre’s social media platforms and website, sharing news, events, and photos.
• Provide front desk and reception support, welcoming visitors and responding to public enquiries in person, by phone, or email.
• Assist with planning and supporting youth programmes and community events, helping to set up rooms and prepare materials.
• Support the wider team with communications, promotional materials, and general project coordination.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when dealing with community members and service users.
• Follow all organisational policies, including safeguarding, data protection, and health & safety.

Skills and Qualifications

• Good communication skills and a friendly manner.
• Basic IT skills (email, word processing, and internet use).
• Ability to organise tasks and manage time effectively.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from staff.
• Confidence using social media (e.g., Facebook, Instagram) to share updates and promote activities.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Creative skills such as writing short posts, taking photos, or creating posters.
• Experience working or volunteering with the public or youth groups.
• Understanding of community projects or local issues.

Further Information

The Employer is: MILLBURN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT LTD

JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information:

• Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.
• Flexible/Reduced Hours: may be available upon approval by a Work Coach.
• Additional Hours: the employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.
• The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1740679 • Job Sector: Secretarial and Administration, Marketing • Location: Coleraine (Derry or Londonderry) • Salary: £7.55-£12.21 per hour (varies by age) • Contract Type: Temporary • Weekly hours: 25 • Published date: 21/10/2025 • Closing date: 01/12/2025 • Worktime: To be confirmed with employer.

Area: Derry or Londonderry; Closing date: 06 Nov 2025

Area: All of Northern Ireland; Closing date: 07 Nov 2025