Community Centre Manager

SHREWSBURY HOUSE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION LIMITED; London; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community centre is seeking a dedicated Community Centre Manager to lead its operations and staff. This role involves managing the Centre's activities, finances, and promoting it as a vital part of the local community. The successful candidate will have a strong background in management, excellent organisational and communication skills, and a passion for community development. With exciting plans for growth and new funding opportunities, the manager will play a key role in shaping the future of the Centre. Join a vibrant environment where your contributions will directly impact the community and enhance social engagement.

Qualifications

• Experienced manager with strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead a team and manage operations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Centre, managing staff, operations, and finances.
• Promote the House as a hub for community life and activities.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Community Engagement

Education

Degree in Management or Related Field

Job description

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COMMUNITY CENTRE MANAGER

(35 hours per week excluding breaks) to include some weekend and evening working as required

Salary: £39,000

Shrewsbury House Community Centre in Shooters Hill SE18 provides spaces for hire for a wide range of local community activities. It is also available for training, weddings, parties, and private events.

The House is open Monday to Saturday and occasional Sundays. Our café is open daily and provides a catering service for functions. We have a licensed bar, which opens every Friday and for special functions.

We organise regular events to attract borough residents and users and to raise funds.

Shrewsbury House is undergoing an exciting programme of development and change, seeking new streams of funding to develop the building and its grounds and the opportunities we can offer users. The manager will be central to researching and delivering this programme.

We are looking for an effective and committed person to lead the Centre, managing the staff team, operations, and finances. The manager will promote the House as an important part of local and wider community life and a focus for social activity, community development, information, and support.

The successful candidate will be an experienced manager with excellent organisational and communication skills.

Closing date: 6pm, Friday 14th February 2025

Interviews: week of 24th February 2025

To apply please submit your CV and supporting statement and send by email to [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing and Sales
• Civic and Social Organizations