Great Lumley Community Centre DH3 4JD
Community Centre Manager 35 Hours per week £30,000 pa
plus up to 10% performance related pay & contributory pension scheme
Are you a passionate and experienced leader who wants to make a real difference in people’s lives?
We are looking for a Community Centre Manager to lead our organisation into its next exciting chapter.
About the Role:
As our Centre Manager, you’ll be at the heart of everything we do – responsible for leading our dedicated team, managing day-to-day operations, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of this fully refurbished Community Centre. Working closely with the Directors, you’ll help shape our strategic direction while keeping us compliant, financially secure, and focused on our mission.
This is a hands-on, varied role with a real opportunity to create impact – from managing staff and volunteers, to leading funding bids, overseeing service delivery, and building relationships across the community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight
- Manage budgets, finances, and reporting
- Lead fundraising and income generation activities
- Ensure compliance with legal, safeguarding and regulatory requirements
- Line management of staff and volunteers
- Represent the Centre at external meetings and events
- Build strong relationships with funders, partners and the wider community
What We’re Looking For:
Essential:
- Proven experience managing a Community Centre or similar organisation
- Strong financial management and budgeting skills
- Confident leader with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- A solid understanding of governance, compliance, and the charity sector
- Track record of working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
- Experience in successful fundraising or income generation
Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a passionate, community-focused organisation with a strong local reputation and the support of a committed and enthusiastic Board of Directors
If you’re ready to lead with purpose, influence positive change, and make a lasting difference – we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply
To request a copy of the job description/person specification or ask any questions about the role please contact Phil Heaviside
Please submit your CV and a covering letter via e mail outlining how you meet the person specification by Monday 5th January 2026.
- Experience
- Required
- Employment
- Full-time
- Schedule
- Variable
- Salary
- from £30,000 yearly
- Benefits
- Up to 10% performance related pay
Front Street, DH3 4JD, Great Lumley
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