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"I love working for Communities 1st because it makes me feel useful and allows me to make a positive impact - no matter how small - in other people's lives."
"I appreciate the flexible environment that supports my personal and professional growth."
"Communities 1st makes a concerted effort to look after our wellbeing. The Healthy Workplace Champions run physical and mental health awareness events, with some fun activities during the working day."
"It's rewarding to make a real difference."
Our Vacancies
Please click on each job title to reveal more information including hours, salary and role description in a drop-down box. If you would like to apply for a role, please download the application form and email it to recruitment@communities1st.org.uk
We look forward to receiving your application!
Creative Participation Assistant
| Hours | 12 hours per week, worked over 40 weeks per year. The role will mainly be term-time, with some school holiday working to support School of Drama holiday activity, performances and preparation. Regular Saturday working will be required. |
| Salary | £25,878 pro-rata |
| Main Places of work | Trestle Arts Base, St Albans Ver House, Park Estate, Frogmore, AL2 2DR Various Community Locations across Hertfordshire |
About this role
The Creative Participation Assistant will support the smooth and safe delivery of Trestle School of Drama and related creative participation activity for children and young people.
The role will work closely with the Creative Participation Practitioner, who will provide day-to-day direction for sessions, planning and delivery.
The role will help prepare spaces, welcome participants and families, support registers and consent arrangements, assist during workshops, help with behaviour and group support, and contribute to performances, sharings, holiday activity and School of Drama events.
This is a practical support role. It is not expected to lead community groups, as this activity may be supported through volunteers or other arrangements. The main focus is to ensure School of Drama sessions are well organised, welcoming, safe and enjoyable for children and young people.
How to apply
Please send your CV and an application form to recruitment@communities1st.org.uk. If possible, we would also like you to submit a piece of your work on video. For more information, call us on 01727 649900.
Content and Editorial Facilitator
| Hours | 25 hours per week |
| Salary | £27, 609 Pro Rata |
| Main Places of work | Ver House, Frogmore, St Albans |
About this role
Join Us in Our Mission: As we continue to grow and evolve, we invite you to be part of our story. We are currently recruiting for a Content and Editorial Facilitator. The role leads the development of clear, engaging, and accessible written content across Communities 1st, Trestle, and Para Dance UK. The postholder will take the lead on editorial planning, website copy, articles, newsletters, case studies, social media captions, impact stories and public-facing reports, helping turn complex operational activity into strong, audience-focused content that reflects the work and values of the wider group.
How to apply
Please send your application form to recruitment@communities1st.org.uk or call us on 01727 649900.
Community Minibus Driver
| Hours | 10 - 20 hours per week (Tuesday to Thursday) |
| Salary | £24, 242 Pro Rata |
| Main Places of work | Frogmore, with travel to various community locations across Hertfordshire |
About this role
Communities 1st provides a trusted transport service that helps residents who face mobility barriers to reach essential services, activities and appointments. The Driver plays a key part in maintaining a dependable, safe and welcoming service for older people, disabled people, and others who would otherwise struggle to travel. We are looking for someone who takes pride in high standards, enjoys working with people, and is committed to delivering transport that is safe, reliable and supportive. This role combines vehicle operation, customer care and day-to-day service delivery.
The role ensures that residents who face mobility barriers can travel safely and comfortably by operating our 16-seater accessible minibuses and equivalent vehicles. You will support passengers with a range of needs, uphold high safety standards, and help maintain a warm, reliable and trusted service.
How to apply
Please send your application form to recruitment@communities1st.org.uk or call us on 01727 649900.
Community Transport Minibus Driver
| Hours | 16 hours per week |
| Salary | £12.60 per hour |
| Main Places of work | Frogmore, St. Albans (AL2 2DR) |
About this role
Communities 1st runs Shopper Bus services, day trips and transport to and from social fun clubs. Working for the community as a Community Transport Minibus Driver for our Community Transport Scheme, you will provide a valuable service for our elderly and/or disabled members of the public who request transport from door to door. Many of our clients require assistance and therefore drivers need to be physically fit with a caring personality. If you like driving and have caring nature and want to be part of a growing transport team this role could be for you!
The role is based primarily in Hertsmere, Three Rivers, Watford and Welwyn and Hatfield districts, although you may be required to work throughout the county of Hertfordshire.
How to apply
Please send your application form to recruitment@communities1st.org.uk or call us on 01727 649900.
Communities 1st Driver – Casual Hours
| Hours | Flexible hours based on Transport needs (Monday to Friday) |
| Main Places of work | Various community locations across Hertfordshire |
About this role
Communities 1st provides a wide range of services for the community including Community Transport. We run shopper bus services, day trips and transport to and from social fun clubs. Working for the community as a Community Transport Minibus driver for our Community Transport Scheme, you will provide a valuable service for our elderly and/or disabled members of the public who request transport from door to door. Many of our clients require assistance and therefore drivers need to be physically fit with a caring personality. If you like driving and have a caring nature this role could be for you.
The role is based primarily in Hertsmere, Three Rivers, Watford and Welwyn and Hatfield Districts, although you may be required to work throughout the county of Hertfordshire. On site parking is provided.
Requirements
- Full, clean D1 driving license with the ability to drive a minibus
- Experience in driving large vehicles and maintaining them safely
- Ability to safely lift and carry food items.
- Strong communication skills and customer service experience.
- Willingness to work flexible hours.
How to apply
Please send your application to recruitment@communities1st.org.uk or call us on 01727 649900.
Cleaner / Caretaker
| Hours | Zero - casual hour |
| Salary | £12.60 per hour |
| Main Places of work | Frogmore, with travel to Borehamwood and Radlett. |
About this role
The role of the Cleaner / Caretaker role is to provide a comprehensive cleaning service at the Community Centres managed by Communities 1st and to provide occasional holiday cover for office cleaning at Ver House.
The successful applicant will be required to open and close the community centre for occasional hirers as required both during the week and at weekends. Regular hirers of the centres have their own keys and do not need this service.
How to apply
Please send your application form to recruitment@communities1st.org.uk or call us on 01727 649900.
Get in Touch
If you have any questions about our vacancies, please contact us by email at recruitment@communities1st.org.uk or call us on 01727 649900.
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