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Part-Time Community Hub Assistant

Location: St Barnabas Church Centre, High Street, Erdington, B23 6SY
Salary: £12.60 per hour (Real Living Wage)
Hours: 12 hours per week
Contract: 3-year fixed-term contract (subject to a 3-month probation period)

About the Role

We are seeking a warm, reliable and motivated Community Hub Assistant to join our friendly team at St Barnabas Church’s Community Hub in Erdington. Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, this new part-time role will support the delivery of activities that promote wellbeing and inclusion in our diverse local community.

As part of our Christian ministry, the Community Hub offers a welcoming space to support vulnerable individuals through weekly groups and activities. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about helping others, values community, and enjoys working in a varied and people-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up and support the weekly Barny Babies stay and play group (term time only)

  • Support the running of a weekly ESOL class (term time only)

  • Assist with Thursday morning and Friday afternoon Warm Welcome spaces

  • Help connect people with relevant local support services

  • Maintain accurate records for monitoring and evaluation

  • Be trained and ready to act as a First Aider and Mental Health First Aider

  • Support occasional cover for other sessions when required

What We’re Looking For

  • Friendly, sensitive, and non-judgemental

  • Reliable, punctual, and confidential

  • Able to support people facing complex challenges (e.g. mental health, isolation, addiction)

  • Comfortable working as part of a team and supporting volunteers

  • Flexible, self-motivated and well-organised

  • Able to adhere to the Christian vision and values of the church

  • Willing to undertake necessary training (First Aid, Mental Health First Aid, Basic Food Hygiene)

Core Hours

Monday: 10am – 4pm

Thursday: 10am – 1pm

Friday: 1.30pm – 4.30pm

*Flexibility is required for occasional cover outside these hours (with notice given).

Benefits

  • £12.60 per hour, with annual increases in line with the Real Living Wage

  • Auto-enrolment pension scheme

  • 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays (pro rata)

  • Opportunities for ongoing training and monthly supervision

  • Be part of a welcoming and purpose-driven team making a real difference in the community

How to Apply

Please note that we do not accept CVs.
To apply, please email Hannah at reception@stbarnabaserdington.org.uk to request an application pack.

Application closing date: Friday 6th June 2025

Interviews: To be held Tuesday 17th June 2025