Community Centre Manager

CIVITAS RECRUITMENT; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A community organization is seeking a Community Centre Manager in Southwark to lead and manage a vibrant community space. This hands-on position requires a proactive leader to develop programs that promote inclusion and well-being for all ages. Key responsibilities include managing the center's operations, overseeing activities, and fostering partnerships. The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills to balance community needs with service excellence. The role offers a full-time, permanent position with a salary range of £45,000-£49,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience managing community facilities or public-facing spaces.
• Strong understanding of health and safety compliance.
• Ability to balance community priorities with commercial needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage all community centre spaces to ensure they are welcoming and utilised.
• Oversee programming of activities that support community engagement.
• Lead income generation through room hire management.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Financial management

Community engagement

Job description

Job Title: Community Centre Manager

Location / Salary / Contract: Location: Southwark Salary: £45,000-£49,000 per annum Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37 hours per week, with some evening and weekend work)

The Opportunity:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dynamic Community Centre Manager to lead the operations, programming, and partnership development of a vibrant community space serving both residents and the wider neighbourhood. This is a hands‑on role suited to an energetic and organised individual who thrives on community engagement, service excellence, and creating meaningful opportunities for older adults and intergenerational groups. You will play a central role in developing and managing programmes that enhance wellbeing, build community connections, and promote inclusion within an elderly residential care setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all community centre spaces, ensuring they are well‑presented, welcoming, and fully utilised.
• Oversee the programming and scheduling of diverse activities that support organisational goals and community engagement.
• Lead on income generation through effective room hire management and budget oversight.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with voluntary, statutory, and business organisations to enhance programme delivery.
• Supervise and support staff, volunteers, and casual workers to deliver high‑quality services and activities.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Fire Safety, and Safeguarding requirement.

The Candidate:

You will be a proactive and empathetic leader with experience managing community facilities or similar public‑facing spaces. With excellent organisational, financial, and communication skills, you will have the ability to balance community priorities with commercial needs. You should have a solid understanding of health and safety compliance, staff supervision, and partnership development. A passion for creating inclusive and engaging environments for older people and the wider community is essential.

How to Apply:

If the above role sounds interesting and you feel like you meet the criteria, please apply immediately. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the stated closing date.