Centre Operations Manager

5 days ago


Twickenham, United Kingdom The Purple Elephant Project Full time

About The Purple Elephant Project

The Purple Elephant Project is a dynamic charity providing vital therapeutic interventions for children and young people in Greater London. Our mission is to alleviate mental health distress by working through challenging and traumatic early life events using Play and Art Therapy.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated Centre Manager to join our growing team and help us continue making a difference in young lives. As our Centre Manager, you will be the backbone of our daily operations, ensuring our Twickenham centre runs smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee day-to-day centre operations, including opening/closing procedures and security, ensuring the facility runs smoothly and facilities are well maintained.
  • Manage the Centre Coordinator.
  • Coordinate centre scheduling, including therapist sessions and other meetings.
  • Provide administrative support to the CEO and handle enquiries.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and charity policies.
  • Maintain personnel records & IT access.
  • Oversee the client record keeping system and support staff users.
  • Support staff recruitment and induction processes.
  • Recruit and manage volunteers.
  • Keep our website up-to-date.

What We're Looking For:

  • Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence with IT systems.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Empathy and understanding for the families we support.
  • Flexibility to adapt work to support the changing needs of the charity.

Desirable Qualities:

  • Understanding of children's mental health.
  • Experience in office management.
  • Experience in volunteer management.
  • Driver's license and own vehicle.

What We Offer:

  • A chance to make a real difference in children's lives.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • 28 days holiday (pro-rata, including bank holidays).
  • Workplace pension scheme.
  • Opportunities for professional development.

The Purple Elephant Project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and provide references.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from all backgrounds.



  • Twickenham, United Kingdom The Purple Elephant Project Full time

    About The Purple Elephant ProjectThe Purple Elephant Project is a dynamic charity providing vital therapeutic interventions for children and young people in Greater London. Our mission is to alleviate mental health distress by working through challenging and traumatic early life events using Play and Art Therapy.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated Centre...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom The Purple Elephant Project Full time

    About The Purple Elephant ProjectThe Purple Elephant Project is a dynamic charity providing vital therapeutic interventions for children and young people in Greater London. Our mission is to alleviate mental health distress by working through challenging and traumatic early life events using Play and Art Therapy.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated Centre...

  • Centre Manager

    2 months ago


    Twickenham, United Kingdom The Purple Elephant Project Full time

    Do you have a passion for supporting young people’s mental health and a desire to make a difference? Are you motivated, organised, and able to be flexible to cope with the changing demands of a growing organisation. If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join a small, local charity as our Centre Manager.  About Us The Purple Elephant Project is a...

  • Centre Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Twickenham, United Kingdom The Purple Elephant Project Full time

    Do you have a passion for supporting young people’s mental health and a desire to make a difference? Are you motivated, organised, and able to be flexible to cope with the changing demands of a growing organisation. If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join a small, local charity as our Centre Manager.  About Us The Purple Elephant Project is a...

  • Centre Manager

    2 months ago


    Twickenham, United Kingdom The Purple Elephant Project Full time

    Do you have a passion for supporting young people's mental health and a desire to make a difference? Are you motivated, organised, and able to be flexible to cope with the changing demands of a growing organisation. If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join a small, local charity as our Centre Manager. About UsThe Purple Elephant Project is a dynamic...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom St Mary's University Full time

    **Job Title: Project and Research Officer** **Faculty / Institute / Department: Bakhita Centre for Research on Slavery, Exploitation and Abuse, Faculty of Business and Law** **Starting Salary**:£ **32,982.00 **per annum (pro-rata)** **Hours**:14.4 hours per week (0.4 FTE)** **Term: 4/03/24 - 31/07/24 with a possibility to extend** **Closing...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom NIHR (National Institute for Health and Care Research) Full time

    Position OverviewThe National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) is a key entity funded by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). Our mission is to collaborate with the NHS, academic institutions, local authorities, various research financiers, patients, and the community to facilitate and conduct leading-edge health and social care...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom Walsingham Support Full time

    Job Title: Regional Operations ManagerLocation: Richmond and Wandsworth AreasSalary: £41,600 - £46,800 per annumEmployment Type: Full-time 37.5 hours per week / Monday to FridayCompany Overview:Walsingham Support is a prominent provider of social care services throughout the UK, committed to delivering exceptional care and assistance to individuals in...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom Lidl Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Retail Shift Manager to join our team at Lidl. As a key member of our store operations team, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of customer service and store operations.Key ResponsibilitiesMotivate and support your team to achieve targets in a fast-paced environmentSwiftly...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom Lidl Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Retail Shift Manager to join our team at Lidl. As a key member of our store operations team, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of customer service and store operations.Key ResponsibilitiesMotivate and support your team to achieve targets in a fast-paced environmentSwiftly...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom Walsingham Support Full time

    Job Title: Regional Operations ManagerLocation: Richmond and Wandsworth AreasSalary: £41,600 - £46,800 per annumEmployment Type: Full-time 37.5 hours per week / Monday to FridayCompany Overview:Walsingham Support is a prominent provider of social care services throughout the UK, committed to delivering exceptional care and assistance to individuals in...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom Janus International Europe Ltd Full time

    Sales Operations Manager (Manufacturing Sector)Join us as a Sales Operations Manager and embark on an exciting journey of ambitious strategic growth We're looking for a driven individual to optimise our sales team's effectiveness. In this dynamic role, you'll develop and implement cutting-edge strategies, systems, and processes, oversee sales operations,...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom Janus International Europe Ltd Full time

    Sales Operations Manager (Manufacturing Sector)Join us as a Sales Operations Manager and embark on an exciting journey of ambitious strategic growth! We’re looking for a driven individual to optimise our sales team's effectiveness. In this dynamic role, you'll develop and implement cutting-edge strategies, systems, and processes, oversee sales operations,...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom Janus International Europe Ltd Full time

    Sales Operations Manager (Manufacturing Sector)Join us as a Sales Operations Manager and embark on an exciting journey of ambitious strategic growth! We’re looking for a driven individual to optimise our sales team's effectiveness. In this dynamic role, you'll develop and implement cutting-edge strategies, systems, and processes, oversee sales operations,...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom Janus International Europe Ltd Full time

    Sales Operations Manager (Manufacturing Sector) Join us as a Sales Operations Manager and embark on an exciting journey of ambitious strategic growth! We’re looking for a driven individual to optimise our sales team's effectiveness. In this dynamic role, you'll develop and implement cutting-edge strategies, systems, and processes, oversee sales...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom Janus International Europe Ltd Full time

    Sales Operations Manager (Manufacturing Sector)Join us as a Sales Operations Manager and embark on an exciting journey of ambitious strategic growth! We’re looking for a driven individual to optimise our sales team's effectiveness. In this dynamic role, you'll develop and implement cutting-edge strategies, systems, and processes, oversee sales operations,...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom Janus International Europe Ltd Full time

    Sales Operations Manager (Manufacturing Sector)Join us as a Sales Operations Manager and embark on an exciting journey of ambitious strategic growth! We’re looking for a driven individual to optimise our sales team's effectiveness. In this dynamic role, you'll develop and implement cutting-edge strategies, systems, and processes, oversee sales...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom Janus International Europe Ltd Full time

    Sales Operations Manager (Manufacturing Sector)Join us as a Sales Operations Manager and embark on an exciting journey of ambitious strategic growth! We’re looking for a driven individual to optimise our sales team's effectiveness. In this dynamic role, you'll develop and implement cutting-edge strategies, systems, and processes, oversee sales operations,...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom NIHR Full time

    Exciting Opportunity at NIHR Coordinating Centre (NIHRCC) hosted by LGCWe are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to become a part of our Operations Team as a Research Grant Administrator. While experience in administrative roles, process management, or project execution is essential, familiarity with grant management or exposure to health...


  • Twickenham, United Kingdom NIHR Full time

    Opportunity at NIHR Coordinating Centre (NIHRCC) hosted by LGCWe are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to become a part of our Operations Team as a Research Grant Administrator. A background in administrative roles, process management, or project execution is essential. Familiarity with grant management or experience in health or research...