Operations Manager, Reading, Berkshire

posted: 20th October 2025

Operations Manager – Maternity Cover (13-Month FTC)
Reading (on-site)  £25/hour (approx. £32.5k for 25 hrs/wk)  25 hours/week (must include Mondays & Fridays)  13-month fixed-term contract

A fantastic opportunity to join a small, values-led housing charity supporting vulnerable people in the local area.

We’re looking for a confident, proactive Operations Manager to take the reins during a maternity cover. You’ll lead a small team, oversee property and resident management, ensure compliance and contracts are in place, and be the go-to person internally and externally while the CEO is on leave.

This role would suit someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership, and wants to make a tangible impact in a meaningful organisation.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead day-to-day housing operations and maintenance
• Manage and support a small staff team
• Oversee contracts, compliance, and safeguarding
• Be the main point of contact for residents and professionals
• Monitor budgets and approve payments
• Ensure smooth handover and continuity during maternity leave

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in operational or service delivery roles
• Calm, organised, and great with people
• Comfortable juggling priorities and leading teams
• Housing or charity experience is a bonus, but not essential
• Confident being the most senior staff member in post

The practical bits:

• £25/hour (approx. £32,500 for 25 hrs/week)
• 25 hours/week – flexibility offered, but must cover Mondays and Fridays
• Based in Reading – on-site working required
• Start date: Early December, with handover in place
• 13-month fixed-term contract

Why this role?
If you’re looking for purpose, variety and a truly people-focused role, this is an ideal short-term post. You’ll be joining a friendly, committed team and have the chance to make a real impact behind the scenes.

About Charity Recruit
At Charity Recruit, we help purposeful organisations find people who truly fit — not just on paper, but in culture, values, and vision. We specialise in leadership, interim and operations roles across the non-profit sector, making recruitment feel personal, supportive and straightforward. If this role sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.