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Youth & Community Manager

Job details
Posting date: 26 September 2025
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: £54,807
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 26 October 2025
Location: Liverpool, L8 8HD
Company: Torus Group
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 560

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Summary

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We are looking for an experienced and motivated Youth & Community Manager to take the lead at FireFit Hub. This is a key
leadership role, responsible for ensuring the Hub continues to deliver high-quality youth provision, community development and
facilities management. You’ll be shaping the long-term future of the service by leading a dedicated team, managing a substantial
budget, and driving new opportunities for growth and sustainability.



As the visible lead for FireFit Hub, you’ll combine strong operational management with the ability to inspire staff, volunteers
and young people. You’ll also work closely with partners, funders and stakeholders to ensure the Hub has maximum impact and
continues to be a safe, innovative and welcoming space for all.



As Youth & Community Manager, you will:




* Lead the day-to-day operations at FireFit Hub, managing a team across youth services, sports, facilities and community
development.
* Drive sustainable growth by securing funding, generating income and developing new business opportunities.
* Take responsibility for safeguarding, health & safety and compliance, embedding best practice across all areas.
* Develop and deliver innovative, high-quality programmes that make a measurable social impact for young people and communities.
* Manage the Hub’s budget (£900,000), ensuring financial sustainability and value for money.
* Build strong partnerships with funders, stakeholders and community organisations to maximise opportunities and outcomes.
* Lead, motivate and develop staff and volunteers to deliver outstanding services in line with Torus Foundation’s values.



We are looking for a highly motivated and strategic leader who brings:



* A relevant degree or management qualification (Level 6 or equivalent experience) is essential.
* Proven management experience in the youth and community sector, with a track record of delivering impact.
* Strong income generation skills, including securing funding and developing business opportunities.
* Expert knowledge of safeguarding and health & safety, with experience embedding effective practices.
* Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to inspire staff, volunteers and young people.
* Financial and operational management experience, including large budgets and complex facilities.
* Strong communication, partnership-building and problem-solving skills.



Interview Process:



If you’re interested in applying, please submit your application via the internal recruitment portal by midday on Monday 15th
September. Interviews will take place on Friday 19th September at our Observatory office and will include:

* A presentation
* A competency-based interview.



Additional Information:



Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed:

* Right to work verification
* Qualification certificate check
* 2x Completed references
* OH Health Questionnaire – Fit for Work
* DBS check (if required for role)
* Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C’s




We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

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