Community Hub Facilities Coordinator

Waythrough; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Hub Co-ordinator to manage a new Health and Wellbeing Hub in Newton Aycliffe. This role involves overseeing daily operations, coordinating community events, and ensuring a welcoming environment for all users. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the local area and its challenges, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. Join a team committed to making a difference in the community, offering generous benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays)

Annual leave purchase scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Enhanced pension contributions

Death in service benefit

Free Will writing

Eyecare vouchers

Blue light card discounts

Training and development opportunities

Flexible working policies

Qualifications

• Experience in managing community resources and facilities.
• Ability to coordinate events and work with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations ensuring cleanliness and safety.
• Coordinate events and manage room bookings effectively.
• Foster positive relationships with community users and stakeholders.

Skills

Community Engagement

Event Coordination

Operational Management

Communication Skills

Education

Understanding of Local Community

Job description

Location: Newton Aycliffe

Salary: £24,020 - £30,790 per annum

Job Type: Fixed Term Contract, Part Time

Waythrough is opening a new Health and Wellbeing Hub in the heart of the Newton Aycliffe community and is looking to appoint a Hub Co-ordinator. The Community Hub Facilities Co-ordinator will manage, operate, and maintain the community hub's facilities, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and organized environment for staff, volunteers, and the community.

The Co-ordinator will handle daily operations, coordinate events, oversee volunteers, and maintain the hub as a vibrant community resource.

About The Role

• Oversee daily operations, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and functionality.
• Report repairs to the Landlord or Premises Team.
• Coordinate with maintenance staff and external contractors for repairs and upgrades.
• Work with community groups, organizations, and internal teams to schedule and facilitate events and activities.
• Manage room bookings, ensuring fair and efficient use of spaces.
• Set up and dismantle spaces for events, ensuring proper equipment and facilities are available.
• Represent the community hub positively, fostering good relationships with users, partners, and stakeholders.

Applicants should have a good understanding of the local area and its challenges.

Note: The advertised salary reflects full earning potential; starting salaries allow for pay progression within the pay band.

Please review the full Job Description and Person Specification before applying.

Who Are We?

Waythrough was launched in October 2024 after merging Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to remove barriers preventing people from accessing support to live fulfilling lives. We address poverty and disadvantage through mental health, substance use, housing, and related support services.

We operate nearly 200 services across England with around 3,500 staff and volunteers supporting approximately 125,000 people annually.

As we integrate our systems and processes, some roles are still branded under ‘Humankind’. We appreciate your patience during this transition.

Check out Waythrough jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job sites.

What We Offer

• Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 year)
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Death in service benefit
• Free Will writing
• Eyecare vouchers
• Blue light card discounts
• Training and development opportunities, including free courses
• Flexible working and family-friendly policies
• Wellbeing programs and support networks

Waythrough is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of substance use.

To Apply

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