Overview
Bensham Grove operates as a bustling community arts and education Centre offering adult learning courses, workshops, and various community groups in a fully accessible, historic setting. The Centre is known for its diverse programming, including art and craft taster sessions, local interest groups, and activities for multicultural and older populations, reflecting its long history of community service.
Role: Centre Manager
Main responsibilities
* Support the efficient operation of Bensham Grove in collaboration with the trustees, employees, consultants, contractors, volunteers and other local organisations.
* Ensure the Community Centre is a vibrant, welcoming, well-managed facility that operates within a sustainable framework for the benefit of local people and organisations.
* Lead strategic and policy development, oversee finances and budgets, and plan events and programmes.
* Utilise proven management, IT, planning and communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
* Develop the business by maintaining the main house’s historic status, improving facilities and identifying new opportunities through effective marketing, networking and innovative solutions.
* Operate with a high degree of autonomy, supported and mentored by the Board of Trustees as line managers.
What you will need
* Proven management skills.
* Strong IT skills, planning and communication abilities.
* Attention to detail with an ability to develop and implement strategic plans and budgets.
* A proactive approach to marketing, networking and identifying new opportunities.
Additional information
Based in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. Contract type: Fixed term; Role type: Employment; Hours: Full time. Application deadline: Monday, October 27, 2025 - 05:00. Salary: £40,000 to 45,000 Per Annum (Salary Scale).
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