Do you want to be part of the team leading a busy Community Centre in the heart of Shoreditch that has a 135-year history of combating the challenges arising from deprivation and social exclusion in East London? Who we are St. Hilda’s East (SHE) is a local charity which aims to combat the challenges arising from deprivation and social exclusion through the delivery of a wide range of engaging activities which promote wellbeing and social connections. Located in Tower Hamlets, our services include pre-school sensory play, youth programmes, social activities and support for older people, advice, a food co-operative, wellbeing activities for people experiencing mental health issues, and volunteering placements. Founded in 1889 by alumnae of Cheltenham Ladies’ College, we now work from two sites – our large, friendly community centre located in Shoreditch and an Elders Day Centre for the Bangladeshi and other communities in Shadwell. At our Shoreditch community centre, we deliver a wide range of services, activities and events and provide office and meeting space for other organisations. We also manage 2 neighbouring buildings which are tenanted. Job Purpose: Working from St. Hilda’s East Community Centre in Shoreditch, the Facilities Assistant will support the Head of Operations, in the day-to-day running and improvement of SHE’s buildings and spaces – ensuring they are tidy, safe, clean, fit for purpose and welcoming. This will involve improving and implementing best practice procedures primarily regarding facilities and all elements of health and safety across both our sites - ensuring that we comply with regulatory standards. This job is for you if: you’re friendly, people focused and motivated by working in a community setting. are highly organised, practical and adaptable with great written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail. you have hands-on experience looking after buildings or facilities and feel confident managing health & safety, compliance, record keeping and contractors to keep spaces safe, tidy and well run. have a flexible, creative approach to work with the willingness to learn, handle multiple expectations and work within a diverse team. Benefits You will have access to an Employee Assistance Program, Training & Development support, flexible working arrangements and 25 annual leave days prorated plus bank holidays. Closing date for applications: 22nd February 2026 at 23:59 Our Recruitment Policy: St Hilda's is committed to racial justice and wider inclusion anddiversity. We are working towards a goal where our team fully reflects the diversity anddifference in lived experiences of our local community.