FULL JOB DESCRIPTION: https://stmargaretscentre.co.uk/vacancy-joinery-workshop-supervisor/
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St Margaret’s Centre is seeking a skilled, supportive and motivated Workshop Supervisor to oversee the operation of our joinery workshop and help adults from across County Durham develop practical skills, confidence and wellbeing.
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Job Title: Joinery Workshop Supervisor (Permanent)
Hours: Part-time – 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am–4pm (Full time at SMC would be 37 hrs/w)
Salary: £28,000–£32,000 per annum (pro rata)
Location: St Margaret’s Centre, Durham
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This is an exciting opportunity to combine practical woodworking expertise with a person-centred approach. The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day running of our workshop, deliver joinery and woodworking instruction, support attendees with a range of needs and learning styles, and supervise a small team of volunteers.
The role will also involve leading customer work and the production of items for our established social enterprise, which includes furniture repair and restoration and the production of handmade gifts and decorative items.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in woodworking and joinery, including the use and maintenance of tools, machinery and equipment. Experience of delivering group activities or training, working with vulnerable adults, and supporting people with mental health needs is essential. Experience of CNC and/or laser-cutting equipment and computer design packages would be desirable. Full training will be given to the successful candidate.
We are looking for someone who is friendly, empathetic, organised and adaptable, with excellent communication skills and a positive, non-judgemental approach. Support and training will be provided where necessary, and applications are welcomed from people from all backgrounds. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required before commencement of employment.
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Equal Opportunities
St Margaret’s Centre welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people. Please get in touch if you have any questions or accessibility requirements.
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How to Apply
Please see the full job description and person specification by clicking the link at the bottom of this page. To apply, please send a CV and covering letter to [email protected] by 11.59PM on 10th September, 2026.
All candidates will be contacted with the result of their application (please check your spam folder), and interviews will be held week commencing 21st September. Shortlisted applicants will have the opportunity to visit St Margaret’s Centre before interview to learn more about the role and ask questions.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lisa Harrison, Centre Manager, at [email protected] or 0191 384 8100
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A Note About Applications
We understand that AI tools can be useful when preparing a job application, but we ask that if applicants wish to use them, to do so sparingly. Our recruitment process is about getting to know you as a person, not just reading a perfectly polished cover letter.
Please use your own words to tell us about your experience, your approach to supporting others, and why you would like to work with St Margaret’s Centre. We are interested in the experience, qualities, values and perspective that you would bring to the role – these things matter to us more than grammar and sentence structure.
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FULL JOB DESCRIPTION: https://stmargaretscentre.co.uk/vacancy-joinery-workshop-supervisor/
Pay: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Durham DH1 4QJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- joinery/woodworking: 2 years (required)
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
