Community Works - Centre Operations & Development Manager

Bradford Corporation; Bradford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

CommunityWorks Bradford is seeking a Centre Operations & Development Manager to run the Centre day-to-day and help shape its future as a welcoming, inclusive hub for local residents. The role includes leading facility staff, creating activities for young people, and delivering programmes in partnership with the CEO to strengthen community engagement and opportunities for residents. Hours: 18 to 21 per week.

Period: two years (with potential extension). Salary: £36,750 per annum – pro rata.

Qualifications

• Experience in community development or centre management.
• Line management of facility staff.
• Commitment to inclusive, community-focused activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Centre's day-to-day operations and development.
• Lead and support facility staff (Caretaker, Cook, Cleaner).
• Develop activities for young people and deliver community programmes.
• Build partnerships to strengthen community engagement.

Job description

Centre Operations & Development Manager

Help us build a thriving community hub where everyone feels welcome, connected and able to get involved.

CommunityWorks is looking for an enthusiastic, capable and community-minded Centre Operations & Development Manager to help us develop our Centre into a vibrant, welcoming and inclusive hub at the heart of the local neighbourhood.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about communities, enjoys bringing people together and has the skills, energy and initiative to turn ideas into action.

About the role

Working closely with the CommunityWorks CEO, you will play a key role in the effective day-to-day running of the Centre, while also helping to shape its future development. You will have the autonomy to take ideas forward, build relationships, develop activities and create opportunities that respond to the needs and aspirations of local people.

You will provide line management and support to our facility staff, including the Caretaker, Cook and Cleaner, and work collaboratively with the wider CommunityWorks team and partners.

A key part of the role will also be leading and developing activities for young people, as well as working alongside the CEO to develop and deliver programmes that strengthen community engagement and create positive opportunities for local residents.

Hours: 18 to 21 hours per week

Period of employment: This post is initially funded for two years ( with possible extension subject to funding)

Holiday: 5 weeks per annum + public holidays

Salary: £36,750 per annum – pro rata (Cost of living pay award pending)

If you want to find out more about the role please ask to speak to Vikrant Bhatia ( Community Works CEO) or email :[e-mail]