Community Hub Manager

Job title:

Community Hub Manager

Company

Enable

Job description

We are looking for an experience and motivated Community Hub Manager to join Enable and manage our CommUNITY Hub in based in Lewisham.About Us:Enable is a charity dedicated to improving people’s wellbeing and strengthening local communities. We work with councils, charities and other local organisations to deliver health, leisure, community services and events that enrich people’s lives and strengthen our local community.At Enable, we value our employees and our culture, focusing on embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive, flexible and fun environment for employees to perform at their best. On top of a competitive salary and flexible working environment, employees will also receive:Benefits:

• 30 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), 3 additional free days off at Christmas
• Life Insurance
• Reward Schemes (RewardHub Membership, wellbeing budgets and cycle to work)
• A variety of social and wellbeing activities each month
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Perks (Monthly talks, Wellbeing Hour, etc)
• Free Gym Membership
• Free breakfasts/snacks

Reports to: Health & Wellbeing ManagerBased: LewishamSalary: £37,050Contract: Permanent, Full TimeWork Arrangement: 40 hours per weekDBS: BasicRole Overview:This role is based at our Lewisham CommUNITY Hub, which is a vibrant and inclusive centre dedicated to promoting health and wellbeing of the local Lewisham community. We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Hub Manager to lead and manage our operations, drive engagement, and foster a sense of belonging within the community.The Health and Wellbeing Team are a passionate group of health professionals who empower people to make lasting changes to their health and wellbeing and improve their quality of life. We put the person at the centre of everything we do, building innovative initiatives that tackle barriers to improving health. We are experts at reducing health inequalities, real or perceived, and creating lasting changes.Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operations: Ensure smooth operational processes and delivery of services, including sub-let/space hire contracts, lease agreements and facilities management.
• Health and Wellbeing: work in partnership with physical activity, health, and social care and organisations to develop opportunities.
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategic plans to improve the Hub’s impact on health and wellbeing initiatives within the community.
• Team Management: Lead a small team, providing guidance, motivation, and fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
• Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with local residents, organisations, and stakeholders to promote the Hub’s programmes and services effectively.
• Programme Development: Collaborate with the team to design, plan, and execute a range of health and wellbeing programmes that cater to the diverse needs of the community and meet our strategic aims.
• Service Promotion: Utilise effective strategies to increase participation in hub programmes, hire out the venue, and explore partnership opportunities.
• Budget Management: Oversee the hub’s financial resources, ensuring responsible allocation of funds and adherence to budget constraints.
• Performance Monitoring: Implement metrics to evaluate programme effectiveness, monitor service delivery, and make data-driven adjustments as necessary.
• Safeguarding: Maintain awareness of safeguarding principles for vulnerable adults and report concerns. Ensure the physical space is a welcoming and safe environment for all visitors.

General Responsibilities:

• Adhere to Enable’s Values, Codes of Practice, and relevant policies and procedures.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, creating a safe and respectful environment.
• Foster understanding and awareness of mental health and dementia.
• Participate in supervision, training, team meetings, and organisational events.
• Flexibly perform other duties commensurate with the role’s responsibilities.

Skills and Experience:

• Passionate about improving health and wellbeing, and are driven by the exciting prospect of providing local community services
• Previous experience of working in and/or managing the operation of a successful community hub
• Experience in monitoring and reporting to senior managers and partners
• Experience in safeguarding and health and safety procedures/standards are maintained and followed by all staff and volunteers
• Knowledge and awareness of health and wellbeing themes within the community and experience working with vulnerable people
• Highly motivated, and adaptable to a busy environment where priorities can change quickly
• Solid understanding of hiring facilities, creating bookings e.g. availability, quotes, and Hub visits
• Good communication skills and be the point of contact with key stakeholders such as Landsec and Lewisham Council
• Experience in line management, fundraising and using CRM tools would be desirable but not essential

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a company that positively impacts the community around them! If you are someone that is motivated by a desire to enrich the lives of others and make a genuine difference, then please Apply Now and follow the prompts.If this role not quite right, however you are still interested in working at Enable then we encourage you to get in touch today onEnable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. To find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website.

Expected salary

£37000 – 37050 per year

Location

Lewisham, South East London

Job date

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 02:36:07 GMT

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