| 27 Hours per week (evening and weekend work required) Location: Lace Hill Sports & Community Centre, Buckingham Salary: SCP 7–12, starting at £13.69ph (pay award is pending), comprising 20 hours at the standard rate and 7 hours paid at time-and-a-half for weekend working. |
Do you take genuine pride in seeing a place run well, look its best and feel welcoming to everyone who walks through the door?
Buckingham Town Council is seeking an enthusiastic, organised and proactive individual to take personal ownership of the day-to-day running of the thriving Lace Hill Sports & Community Centre.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in one of Buckingham’s most important community facilities. Above all, we are looking for someone who will treat the Centre as their own – taking responsibility for its clean, safe and smooth operation and taking pride in the standard at which it is presented to hirers and visitors. Alongside this hands-on commitment, the successful candidate will manage the Centre’s operations, develop new business opportunities, support local groups and organisations, coordinate events and ensure that the Centre remains a welcoming, safe and vibrant hub for the community.
About the Role
As Lace Hill Sports & Community Centre Coordinator, you will be responsible for the smooth and effective running of the Centre, working closely with Town Council staff, local organisations, hirers and community groups. This is a practical, hands-on role, you will set and uphold the standards of cleanliness, safety and presentation, and you will be expected to roll up your sleeves and undertake cleaning and routine tasks yourself when needed.
You will:
- Take personal responsibility for the clean, safe and smooth day-to-day running of the Centre.
- Carry out and oversee cleaning duties to ensure the building, facilities and grounds are consistently presented to a high standard.
- Supervise the Caretaker and ensure cleaning and caretaking routines are completed reliably.
- Develop and promote the Centre to maximise bookings, income and community use.
- Maintain booking systems, process enquiries and administer facility hire arrangements.
- Organise, promote and support Town Council events held at the Centre.
- Build relationships with local organisations, businesses and community groups to encourage new activities and services.
- Monitor income and expenditure and prepare regular management reports.
- Carry out opening and closing routines and undertake regular safety and condition checks of the building.
- Work with contractors and colleagues to ensure the building remains safe, well maintained and fit for purpose.
- Maintain the Centre’s online presence and promote activities through marketing and publicity.
We are looking for someone who:
- Takes personal responsibility and pride in their work, and is committed to keeping the Centre clean, safe and running smoothly.
- Is happy to be hands-on, including undertaking cleaning and practical tasks, and leads by example.
- Possesses excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Is confident working independently and managing competing priorities.
- Has experience of administrative or financial processes such as invoicing, bookings or scheduling
- Has experience of marketing, promotion and developing community engagement.
- Can build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Understands health and safety responsibilities within a public facility.
- Is reliable and flexible
What We Offer
- The opportunity to make a real difference within the local community.
- A varied and rewarding role with significant responsibility.
- Trust and flexibility
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
How to Apply
For an application pack, including the Job Description and Person Specification, please visit the Council’s website www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk
To apply, the application form must be completed in full and shortlisting will be based only on the information provided on the form. CVs will not be accepted.
Closing Date: Monday 29th June 2026 @ 1pm
Interview Date: Week beginning 13th July 2026
Buckingham Town Council is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The successful applicant will be subject to references and any relevant pre-employment checks.
For further information or an informal discussion about the post, please contact the Deputy Town Clerk, Zo Taylor on 01280 816426.
Application packs are available to download below or by calling 01280 816426 and should be submitted either by post to:
Private and Confidential – Deputy Town Clerk
Buckingham Town Council
Buckingham Centre
Verney Close
Buckingham
MK18 1JP
or by email to: deputytownclerk@buckingham-tc.gov.uk
Closing Date for Applications: Monday 29th June 2026 @ 1pm
