Our mission is to provide opportunities for people to develop to their full potential, with a focus on children and young people and those who are vulnerable, have a disability or face disadvantage.

We are recruiting for a Centre Manager (The Old Pheasantry) to join our Facilities team to cover maternity for 12 months.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Old Pheasantry and to build relationships with the community to enable the meeting of the future vision of the service. The Old Pheasantry Centre (TOP) and grounds, a number of self-employed individuals and variable numbers of volunteers.

This role requires someone with

• ·      Knowledge, experience and application of Health and Safety legislation
• ·      Understanding of budget application
• ·      Experience of line managing staff and volunteers
• ·      Experience of working within facilities and buildings management

 Working Hours: 35 hours per week, Mon- Fri 9am to 5pm

Key responsibilities:

• To be the lead person responsible for the daily operation and overall management of the Old Pheasantry.
• Ensure that TOP can deliver high-quality activities including residential stays.
• Oversee the management of a team of staff and volunteers together with other contract workers to ensure the premises are well maintained and functional. 
•  To work with the Facilities Manager to put in place a planned maintenance programme and service contracts along with a fast and responsive service to deal with day-to-day repairs.
• Work with any tenants on day-to day management of meeting health and safety requirements.
• To ensure compliance with inspection requirements, keeping accurate records and maintain quality standards.
• To work with the YMCA Head of Finance and the Head of Central Services to devise an annual budget for the centre and to manage this budget effectively.
• To be responsible for ensuring that YMCA policies and procedures across all areas are understood and adhered to by staff, volunteers and groups utilising the centre.
• To ensure that all staff, volunteers and customers are aware of their health and safety responsibilities and to keep everyone accessing the centre safe and free from harm.
• To ensure relevant risk

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about working for a charity and making a difference to the lives of the children and young people in our community.

If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.

 PAY:

·      £32,500-£36,500

BENEFITS:

·      Be part of a long-standing and well-respected charity

·      Discounted childcare for permanent employees

·      Gym membership and free access to all leisure facilities for permanent employees

·      Eligibility for Blue Light Discount Retail Card

·      Cycle to Work Scheme

·      6.6 weeks annual leave which increases after 2 years continuous service

·      Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme

·      On site parking

CLOSING DATE: 31^st October 2025

TO APPLY: Please scroll down the page to the application form.

Successful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equality, diversity and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.

Accessibility if you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us at HR@ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk  

YMCA East Surrey requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children’s and Adult’s barred lists) check, along with reference checks.