Contract Manager

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Worcester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity organization in Worcester is seeking a dedicated Contract Manager to oversee contract and funding management. You will lead a passionate team, aiming to create a social impact and strengthen community ties. The role requires strong leadership skills and experience in contract management. This is a full-time position, offering flexible working options and additional benefits like a health scheme. Applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged, aligning with our commitment to equality and inclusion.

Benefits

Extra day off for your birthday

Health Scheme

Opportunities for training and CPD

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience in contract management and funding.
• Leadership and people management skills are essential.
• Ability to work strategically with various partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts, funding, and performance.
• Lead and manage team members effectively.
• Establish strategic partnerships and responsibilities.
• Handle general duties as specified in the full job description.

Job description

Overview

Contract Manager Salary: £36,542 - £37,632 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Across Worcester Community Trust (WCT) Community Hubs

About Worcester Community Trust: Worcester Community Trust is a registered charity that runs six community centres in the City of Worcester providing facilities for community activities and services for people of all ages. We aim to be at the centre of thriving communities and for our centres to be the hub of community activity to achieve our vision: Worcester: A City where people feel connected, supported and empowered. This is your opportunity to be part of a dynamic team helping the Trust achieve ambitious plans for growth.

WCT recognises the value and strength of differing perspectives and experiences within our organisation and is committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being representative of the population we work in. We particularly encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI people.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract, Funding & Performance Management
• Leadership & People Management
• Strategic & Partnership Responsibilities
• General Duties. Please look at the attached Job Description and Person Spec for full responsibilities

What you get

• Be part of an amazing, welcoming passionate community
• We help you put your skills to use to create positive social impact
• A voice and input into shaping and influence services and decisions
• The ability to develop your role and skills

What we offer

• Opportunity for flexible working
• Get an extra day off for your birthday
• Health Scheme - which contributes towards Opticians, Dentist, Therapy and more
• Great opportunities for training and CPD

Company Life Insurance. Representing the City. At WCT we want to be an organisation that’s representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, gender identity and perspective. We are a local employer and invest in the skills, training, and experiences of our local communities. We are particularly interested in hearing from applicants from areas local to our centres and also people who represent the Asian and African Heritage communities and LGBTQIA communities in our city.

If there are any aspects of the role you feel like you don’t have experience of, but still think you’ll make a good candidate please complete the form or covering letter and outline why you’d be the best person for the role.

Deadline: 15th February 2026 | Interview date: 23rd February 2026

For a full job description and an application form please visit www.worcestercommunitytrust.org.uk/recruitment or contact our HR team. Please email applications to [e-mail].

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