Lead a service that makes a real difference!

Eco-op provides person-centred activities, opportunities and support to help people with learning disabilities, mental health needs and neurodiversity build confidence, independence, wellbeing and meaningful community connections.

We are looking for someone to build on the successes of our manager who is retiring after 7 years in the role to take Eco-op (A project of Kingston Voluntary Action) into the next phase of its development. 

If you are a proven manager with the ability to lead strategically, build partnerships and, above all, ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality services that place people at the heart of everything we do then please apply.

Join us and help create opportunities, choice and independence for local people while leading one of Kingston Voluntary Action’s most valued community services.

We're looking for someone who has:

• Proven experience managing teams and services
• A strong commitment to person-centred support and inclusion
• Excellent leadership and partnership-building skills
• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management and Adult Social Care
• The ability to drive service development, manage resources and demonstrate impact.

Location: Kingston upon Thames

Salary: £39,330.00 FTE (£31,464 pro rata)+5% pension contribution

Hours: 28 hours

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 12 August 2026, midday

Interviews: 17 and 21 August

Job Description and Person Specification.

Equal Opportunities Form

Apply here

To apply you must complete the application form. Please note CVs will not be considered. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sanja.djerickane@kva.org.uk

About the Role

• Previous experience working in a café, hospitality or catering environment
• Experience using a till and handling cash transactions
• Experience managing stock and deliveries
• Hands-on experience operating professional coffee machines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational abilities
• Understanding of food hygiene, health and safety requirements
• Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety Certificate
• Self-motivation and ability to use your own initiative
• Flexibility to work weekends and occasional evenings

Why Join Us?

KVA is a well-established and respected organisation supporting the voluntary and community sector in Kingston. We’re an ambitious and growing team with a strong focus on collaboration, innovation, and community impact.

Inclusive Recruitment

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

For more information about the role please contact Eneida on 020 8255 3335

Closing Date: Tuesday, 26 July, midday
Notification of an interview: Friday, 1 August
Interviews: 7 and 14 August

How to Apply

• Job Description and Person Specification
• Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form 
• Please give a concise statement as part of the Application. This should include details of relevant experience and your reasons for applying for this post based on the person specification.

Apply here

You can also post the completed application form to: Sue Doherty, Kingston Voluntary Action, Siddeley House, 50 Canbury Park Road, Kingston KT2 6LX. Should you have any questions about the role, please ring Eneida Capaldi on 0208 255 3335.

The Larch is seeking volunteers to assist us in running our social club for adults with autism. Please see Larch Volunteering - Kingston Eco-op
To apply for the Larch, please click here. To discuss volunteering at the Larch, call Leeni Szalay-Winter on 07393378833 or email leeni@kingstoneco-op.org.uk

The Buddy Scheme is seeking volunteers to support our service users by accompanying them to various leisure activities. Please see Buddy Scheme Volunteering.
For more information, please call 020 8255 8068 or email buddyscheme@kva.org.uk 

Kingston Surplus Hub is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support our hub in a variety of hands-on roles: Please see Kingston Surplus Food Hub Volunteering.
For more information, please e-mail emma.idris@kva.org.uk.