CENTRE MANAGER

  • Reading Community Learning Centre
  • Aug 13, 2025
Full time

Job Description

About Us

Reading Community Learning Centre (RCLC) is a vibrant and inclusive charity supporting migrant, refugee, and asylum-seeking, ethnic minority women in Reading. We provide a safe and welcoming space for learning, advocacy, and community building empowering women to thrive and fostering social equality.

The Role

We re looking for a passionate and experienced Centre Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our Centre. This is a rewarding opportunity for a motivated woman with a strong background in community work, education, or charity management who is ready to make a meaningful impact.

Working closely with the CEO, the Centre Manager will help shape the delivery of our programmes, ensure smooth operations, and lead a team of volunteers and manage staff in the absence of the CEO.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the safe and inclusive daily operations of the Centre
  • Support strategic planning and policy implementation
  • Manage facilities and ensure health & safety compliance
  • Coordinate learning programmes, outreach events, and community activities
  • Maintain admin systems and contribute to financial oversight
  • Build and manage external partnerships
  • Recruit, train, and support volunteers

What We re Looking For

  • Proven experience in centre/office/facilities/charity administration
  • Knowledge of safeguarding, equality, data protection, and Prevent duties
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Experience managing teams in educational or community settings
  • A deep commitment to empowering women and marginalised groups

What We Offer

  • Annual Salary of £21,000 £22,800 (based on 0.6 FTE)
  • 28 days full time equivalent annual leave (17 days if working 21 hours per week)
  • Pension scheme via The People s Pension
  • Flexible working (some work-from-home)

A supportive, purpose-driven environment