At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead vibrant wellbeing services and create engaging programmes for older people.
- Company: Dynamic organisation focused on community wellbeing and support.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, paid mileage, generous holidays, and a strong pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunities for enhanced responsibilities and a positive team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Proven management experience in health or community settings and strong operational skills.
We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Wellbeing Centre Manager to lead the delivery of vibrant, customer-focused services across our Wellbeing Centres. This role is key to creating engaging programmes that support older people to stay active, independent and connected, while ensuring the smooth, safe and effective day-to-day running of services.
Key Responsibilities
- Service & Operational Leadership
- Oversee the day-to-day delivery of wellbeing services across multiple centres
- Manage budgets, financial controls, and service performance
- Ensure strong health & safety, quality standards, and compliance are maintained
- Team Management
- Lead, motivate and support staff, volunteers and students
- Deliver supervision, appraisals, recruitment and development
- Foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing team culture
- Customer & Programme Development
- Develop and deliver a varied wellbeing programme for a diverse customer base
- Assess customer needs and design personalised support plans
- Promote independence, dignity and improved quality of life
- Partnerships & Business Development
- Build relationships with partners, stakeholders and community organisations
- Promote the service and drive referrals
- Contribute to strategy, growth and sustainability of the centres
We’re looking for someone who brings:
- Proven management experience in a health, social care or community setting
- Experience supervising staff and volunteers and leading teams effectively
- Strong operational skills including budgeting, compliance and service delivery
- A person-centred approach with a focus on dignity, independence and choice
- Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Paid Mileage
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- 27 Days holidays
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Wellbeing Day
- Staff Referral Scheme
- Annual “Thank You” Events
- Better Health at Work Employer operating at Ambassador status.
- Opportunities to take on enhanced responsibilities through key roles such as Mental Health First Aider etc.
If you have any further questions then please get in touch with our HR Team.
Wellbeing Centre Manager in North Shields employer: Age UK North Tyneside
Age UK North Tyneside is an excellent employer that values flexibility and work-life balance, offering a hybrid working model that allows for 2-3 days of consultancy each week. With a strong commitment to employee growth and development, the organisation fosters a supportive work culture where your expertise in quality assurance can make a meaningful impact on the community. Join us to contribute to enhancing operational controls and service quality while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a purpose-driven environment.
