Community Development Manager - Culture and Community HubsCouncil

37 hours per week

Fixed term until March 2028

We are looking for a Community Development Manager to help shape the future of culture and community hubs across Bridgend County Borough.

This is a varied role with the opportunity to make a difference to how people access cultural, library and community services. You will lead the Council’s work with Awen Cultural Trust, oversee the development of our Community Hub Strategy and help turn plans for community facilities into practical projects that respond to local needs.

You will work closely with colleagues across the Council, elected members, community organisations and other partners. You will also lead a team, manage budgets and contracts, and support investment in facilities that help communities stay connected and well.

In this role, you will:

Lead the development of the Awen Cultural Trust contract, including    performance, finance and governance.

Lead the delivery of the Community Hub Strategy and help build stronger links between hubs, libraries, cultural services and wider community support.

Develop investment plans, funding bids and business cases, and support capital projects.

Manage staff and support them to deliver high-quality services.

Work with partners and communities to understand local needs and develop services that support prevention and wellbeing.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.

The council’s Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office.

Closing Date: 04 November 2026

Shortlisting Date: 06 November 2026

Interview Date: 18 - 20 November 2026

Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council

Job Description & Person Specification

Position type: Full time