Community Centre Coordinator
Hours: 25 hours per week
Salary: £14,962 (22,145 FTE)
Location: Kings Weald Community Centre, Burgess Hill
Closing Date: 12th February 2024*
*We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note that we are unable to accept sponsorship applications and you will need the Right to Work in the UK.
About The Role
We have a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated coordinator to join our community-focused team as the Community Centre Coordinator at our Kings Weald Community Centre. Your role will involve overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre, ensuring it remains a thriving hub for our community. Working alongside the Premises Manager and Centre Coordinator(s), you'll play a pivotal role in upholding our commitment to serving the local community while adhering to the values of Age UK West Sussex Brighton & Hove (AUKWSBH).
Key duties and responsibilities
- Oversee safe daily operations.
- Manage inquiries via phone, email, and in person.
- Assist the Premises Manager and supervise contractors.
- Update and enforce policies for centre usage.
- Efficiently manage storage and equipment.
- Administer bookings and facilitate communication.
- Act as a responsible key holder.
People Management:
- Support and engage volunteers in delivering high-quality service.
- Foster effective relationships with staff, contractors, volunteers, and hirers.
- Collaborate with local partners to align centre activities with community needs.
- Gather community feedback to shape offerings.
- Coordinate with the AUKWSBH Communications Team to promote the centre and manage its social media presence.
Centre Programme:
- Monitor activity attendance, quality, and feedback for continuous improvement.
- Market local services and events, including conferences and social gatherings.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Previous experience in community centre management or a related field is a plus.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and social media platforms.
If you feel you have the passion for the role but may not have all the skills we’d love to talk to you, so please do get in contact.
Please click here for the job description/person specification.
To arrange an informal chat, please contact Peter Hornsby on 01444 220171 or email peter.hornsby@ageukwestsussex.org.uk.
If you need help with submitting an application, please do email recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk and we will contact you to help.
Benefits
At AUKWSBH we value our people and as such our staff benefits include:
- Flexible Working Option
- Ongoing professional training and development
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff)
- Eligible for Blue Light discount scheme
- BUPA Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Part of an inclusive and committed team
- Ability to make a genuine positive difference to people’s lives
- 4% auto enrolment pension with Life Assurance
About AUKWSBH
We are an ageing population and many older people have no one else but us, AUKWSBH are passionate about inspiring and enabling people in West Sussex, Brighton & Hove to Love Later Life by providing . We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove.
We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best. so please contact us should you require any adjustments to allow you to apply/undertake your role.
To apply please visit download an application form or email your CV to recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk with a full cover letter.
Should you be successful, you will be subject to a variety of checks, including DBS and references.
