Community Centre Manager in Chesterfield

A friendly, well-organised Community Centre Manager is required to oversee the day-to-day running of a busy community centre. This role is ideal for someone who has previously worked in a similar position and is confident managing a wide range of tasks independently. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with time split between working from home and working on-site at the centre. The position would suit an individual who enjoys varied work, thrives in a community-focused environment, and has a genuine interest in supporting local activities and services. There is also potential for future development, particularly for someone working towards a Parish Clerk qualification or Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) status, as guidance and mentoring can be provided.

What we need from you:

• Experience in managing a community building or similar facility
• Good administrative and organisational skills
• Be able to attend occasional evening meetings and community events (with notice)
• Ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of team members
• Confident in using IT (MS Office, email and basic spreadsheets)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage own workload and work independently
• Friendly, approachable, and community-minded
• Some experience with budgets or financial record keeping

Desirable:

• Previous experience in local government administration
• Knowledge of parish council procedures and local authority processes
• CiLCA / RFO qualification (or willingness to work towards it)

What the role involves:

The role involves a combination of some Parish Council related responsibilities with the practical responsibilities associated with the day-to-day management of the Centre such as room bookings, liaising with local residents, contractors and hirers and helping to promote community events and activities. You will be involved in a mix of the below:

• Parish Council

• Act in accordance with the Local Government Act 1972 and other relevant legislation
• Prepare agendas, attend Parish Council meetings, and take accurate minutes
• Provide input at Parish Council meetings into procedural and governance matters, ensuring that the Centre complies with its legal obligations
• Carry out the Councils instructions and maintain accurate records and files
• Manage correspondence, respond to enquiries from residents, and maintain good communication within the parish
• Support the preparation and monitoring of budgets and the processing of invoices and payments
• Keep the Parish Councils website, noticeboards and records up to date in respect of the Arkwright Centre

• Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the Community Centre
• Manage room bookings, maintain the diary, and issue invoices and receipts
• Liaise with hirers, tradespeople, and suppliers as required
• Ensure the building is clean, safe and well maintained
• Support the organisation and promotion of local community events and activities
• Ensure health and safety and fire safety requirements are met
• Look for opportunities to encourage local use of the Centre to generate income

Salary: £34,314 - £37,938 per year FTE, pro rata for part time.

Hours: Working a minimum of 16 hours - flexible, working up to 25 hours during busy periods, with additional hours being claimed as overtime on a timesheet.

Benefits:

• Local Authority Pension scheme entitlement
• 25 days plus statutory holidays (pro rata for part time hours)
• Free onsite car parking
• Tea and coffee making facilities available
• Located on a main bus route

Please apply now!