James West Community Centre Manager (Hailsham Town Council)

Salary: SCP (13–16) £29,064 – £30,518 – pro rata for part time hours 
Contract type: Permanent. 
Working pattern: Part-time. 

Closing date: Thursday 6 August 2026, 4pm. 
Interview date: w/c  17 August 2026. 

How to apply:
For a full Job Description and Application Form, please contact: 
[email protected]  01323 841702 or visit: 
https://www.hailsham-tc.gov.uk/town-council/staff-member-vacancies/  

Who to contact if you have a query:
Becci Gates-Williams
Hailsham Town Council
[email protected] 
01323 841702   
 

Are you our next Community Centre Manager? Make a difference in your community and join Hailsham Town Council! We’re looking for an organised, friendly, and proactive person to help manage the James West Community Centre across the week and weekend. If you enjoy variety, community engagement, and working as part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you. 

Place of Work: James West Community Centre, Brunel Drive, Hailsham  
Salary: SCP (13–16) £29,064 – £30,518 – pro rata for part time hours 
30-hour post: Monday – Friday, with some weekend and evening cover 

Closing Date: 4pm Thursday 6^th August 2026 
Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 17^th August 2026 

 Previous applicants need not apply

About the Centre 

The James West Community Centre is a valued community hub maintained by Hailsham Town Council. It includes: A bright and spacious main hall, two meeting room with modern kitchen facilities. 

The Centre hosts a wide range of activities including: 
• Social clubs 
• Sports and games 
• Dance and fitness classes 
• Pre‑school groups 
• Craft and hobby groups 
• After‑school clubs 
• Family functions 
• Fundraisers 
• Business meetings 
• Public consultations 
• Community events.  

About the Role: To manage the day‑to‑day operation of the James West Community Centre, including bookings management, providing excellent customer services to new and regular Centre users, cleaning, security of the building, and maintenance and stock checks. 

Why Join Us? Make an Impact: Help shape the ongoing success of a thriving community facility. Supportive Team Culture: Join a motivated and dedicated team that values collaboration and communication. Rewarding Work: Every day brings new people, new activities, and opportunities to support your community.