Deputy Centre Manager Staines (Job-Share)

Spelthorne Borough Council; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government council in Staines-upon-Thames seeks a Deputy Centre Manager for part-time work (14.4 hours/week). This role involves providing social activities for older people, supporting Centre operations, and requires excellent organisational and communication skills. Knowledge of health and safety regulations is a plus. The application is open until 16 October 2025.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, flexible approach and the ability to think on your feet.
• A caring disposition with the ability to remain calm in all circumstances.
• Knowledge of health and safety and food hygiene regulations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide social and physical activities for older people.
• Adapt to changing priorities in a busy environment.
• Deliver high-quality care while engaging with older people.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Ability to remain calm

Job description

Overview

Deputy Centre Manager Staines (Job Share)

Location: Staines Community Centre, with cover across all 3 Centres in Spelthorne. 14.4 hours per week (2 days per week: Monday & Tuesday). Salary: £12,547 - £14,919 p.a. (pro rata).

Responsibilities

• Provide social and physical activities for older people; tasks may include kitchen work, running Centres with no on-site supervision, and driving Meals on Wheels.
• Work across multiple Centres in Spelthorne and adapt to changing priorities in a busy environment.
• Deliver high-quality care and maintain composure when engaging with older people who may be vulnerable.
• Utilise strong organisation and communication skills to support Centre operations and health and safety practices.

Qualifications and requirements

• Enthusiastic, flexible approach and the ability to think on your feet.
• A caring disposition with the ability to remain calm in all circumstances.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety and food hygiene regulations is desirable.
• Auditable English language competence for customer-facing posts, in line with the Code of Practice on English language requirements for public sector workers and Immigration Act 2016.
• Role subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

Employment checks and terms

Closing date: Thursday 16 October 2025 (Noon).

Interview date: Tuesday 21 October 2025.

To apply, use the "apply online" button. CVs accepted only in support of a completed application form.

All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date. If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application is unsuccessful.

Working towards equal opportunities.

Additional notes

Strictly No Agencies.