Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 per annum / 37.5 hours per week

Support the smooth running of a local community centre, providing essential administrative support while contributing to a valued local charity.

The Elleray Centre is a welcoming community space in the heart of Teddington, providing activities, social opportunities, support services, and practical help for older people while remaining open to people of all ages. The centre plays an important role in bringing people together, reducing loneliness, and promoting wellbeing, independence and community connection.

Operating Monday to Friday, the centre provides a friendly environment where members can meet others, take part in activities, access support, and enjoy a daily hot lunch. The centre is also used by local groups, tutors, community organisations, and residents for a wide range of activities and events, making it an important resource for the wider community. Supported by a dedicated staff team and around 40 volunteers, Elleray Community Association works to ensure that everyone who visits the centre feels welcomed, valued and included.

The role is responsible for providing effective administrative support to help the centre operate smoothly and efficiently. Working as part of the Elleray team, you will support the day-to-day running of the centre, assist with communications, maintain accurate records, and help ensure members, volunteers, visitors and community groups receive a positive experience.

This role provides an opportunity to contribute to a community-focused organisation where strong administration directly supports meaningful outcomes for older people and the wider local community.

They are looking for someone who is organised, reliable, and able to work confidently as part of a small and friendly team. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, a positive approach, and the ability to build respectful relationships with members, volunteers, staff and community partners.

Key skills include:

• Strong administrative and organisational abilities
• Good attention to detail and accurate record-keeping
• Confidence using digital systems, email and office software, including Excel
• Experience managing social media and updating website content
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work independently
• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting changing needs
• Warmth, empathy and a genuine interest in supporting people

Most importantly, you will share Elleray’s values of inclusion, kindness and community connection, helping create a welcoming environment where people feel supported and valued.

If you have the skills, commitment and enthusiasm to help continue their success, The Elleray Centre would be delighted to hear from you.

The closing date for applications is Friday 31 July 2026.

For full details on the role and to apply, please email Sam Vaughnley via manager@elleraycentre.org