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Merseyside Youth Association is seeking an energetic and visionary Outdoor Education Centre Manager to lead our lakeside Outdoor Education Centre (based on the Lord Derby Estate in Knowsley) into its next exciting chapter.
You’ll be the driving force behind the Centre’s direction, designing imaginative outdoor programmes for children and young people including those who may never have experienced the outdoors before.
Alongside the outdoor delivery, you’ll bring strong commercial flair: developing and delivering a robust income generation strategy, managing budgets, securing grants, expanding school and corporate bookings, and positioning MYA as the provider of choice for outdoor education locally and beyond.
You’ll build meaningful partnerships, drive targeted marketing, track both impact and financial KPIs, and ensure our programmes not only change lives but also sustain the long-term future of the Centre.
If you’re driven, innovative, and passionate about shaping inclusive outdoor experiences that help young people grow in confidence and joy, this is your opportunity to lead something remarkable.
Note: As part of your application please make sure you highlight how you meet both the Essential and Desirable elements of the job specification.
Merseyside Youth Association Limited Actively Promotes the Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults, Young People and Children.
The above post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure,
Please note, CV’s will not be accepted and should not be part of your supporting information.
Closing Date for Completed Applications: Midnight Tuesday 3rd February 2026
Merseyside Youth Association Limited is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to maintaining a non-abusive environment
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Creating a Positive and Lasting Change in the Lives of Merseyside's Young People
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Centre Manager
An exciting and rare opportunity has become available for an experienced people Manager to work at a Bedfordshire Centre, based in Aspley Guise near Milton Keynes. We are looking for a new leader to help guide the future growth and potential development of the site, as the charity strives to give every animal the best chance of finding a new home.
Position: Centre Manager
Location: Bedfordshire, Glebe Farm, Salford Rd, MK17 8HZ
Salary: From £33,000 per annum depending on experience
Hours: 40 hours per week, including alternate weekends, Permanent
Benefits: 33 days annual leave (inclusive of the eight bank holidays), Contributory pension scheme, Group Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
Closing date: 11th February 2026 – we reserve the right to close the advert early should a suitable candidate be found.
About the role:
As Centre Manager you will be responsible for all operational activities related to the running of the site, ensuring the ongoing welfare and safe rehoming journey for the animals in your care. You will also be expected to provide effective leadership to the Centres’ employees and volunteers, ensuring high levels of performance and a culture of excellent customer service at all times.
About you:
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of achievement in managing people. You will be able to demonstrate your passion for developing people and will bring with you the following essential skills and experience:
- Proven examples of successfully managing and developing large teams
- Excellent communication skills
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
- A full UK driving License
- An understanding of the animal welfare sector is desirable.
More about the organisation:
The charity never stops caring for animals and people. Operating five rehoming centres, they are committed to improving the lives of UK’s pets, providing love and care in helping them find a new home. Join the team and help to shine a light for brighter futures for every pet.
Please note we are accepting applications on a rolling basis and may close the recruitment process for this role prior to the deadline, so early applications are encouraged.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Operations Manager, General Manager or Veterinary Practice Manager.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
