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Youth Centre Manager, Oasis@Knights (Streatham/Brixton Hill, South London), London
Client:
Oasis Trust
Location:
London, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
2
Posted:
24.03.2025
Expiry Date:
08.05.2025
Job Description:
Oasis@Knights (Streatham/Brixton Hill, South London)
7 hours per week (0.175FTE)
Permanent
Want to help oversee our Youth Centre offering a diverse range of activities for the local community?
Knights Youth Centre (KYC) was established in 1936 as an independent Christian Charity. The centre provides a range of universal and targeted youth work programmes in partnership with a number of statutory and voluntary organisations and is located on the boundary of the Clapham Park Estate (the largest estate in the Borough of Lambeth) in an area of high social need. In 2025 KYC is joining the Oasis family of charities and will be known as Oasis@Knights. Oasis’ vision is for community, a place where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their God-given potential.
We are seeking to recruit a Centre Manager who will work under the direction of the Knights Youth and Community Leader (YCL). They will be responsible for delivering a range of administrative, fabric and partnership functions to ensure the efficient, safe and smooth day-to-day running of the Centre.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Work with the Youth and Community Leader (YCL) and Management Committee to plan and implement building improvements.
2. Manage repairs, maintenance, and health & safety inspections within the allocated budget.
3. Develop and oversee administrative systems, including vehicle upkeep, contract management, security, risk assessments, and stock replenishment.
4. Oversee centre procedures on hygiene, risk management, security, and fire safety, including conducting unannounced fire drills.
5. Carry out additional duties as required in line with centre priorities.
6. Supervise the gardener to maintain outdoor spaces and ensure safe access.
The successful post holder must have:
1. Ability to handle queries and resolve issues effectively.
2. Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
3. Knowledge of building management and relevant legislations.
4. A commitment to the Oasis ethos and values, including inclusion, equality, and perseverance.
As part of the package, Oasis offers:
1. A pension scheme, offering 7% employer contribution.
2. A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays).
3. Policies which promote well-being and are family friendly.
To apply, please send your CV and a Supporting Statement (no more than two A4 pages).
Please expand on your CV to tell us about relevant skills, experience and qualification you have, that relate to the job description and person specification.
Please visit the Oasis Charity Jobs Website for further information.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and underrepresented groups. If you require assistance or adjustments to overcome potential barriers during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Completed applications should be returned by 9am on Friday 4th April 2025.
Interviews will take place at the Youth Centre on Thursday 17th April 2025.
Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1163889
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