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About Us Emmaus supports people to work their way out of homelessness. What we do Emmaus provides a home and meaningful work for as long as someone needs it. Support us You can make a difference, by donating, getting involved or visiting one of our shops. Our vacancies / Workshop Manager Workshop Manager An amazing opportunity to combine creativity, sustainability and social good CLOSING DATE: Ongoing LOCATION: Hertfordshire - St Albans based with travel to other stores SALARY: £28,000 - £30,000 dependent on experience TYPE: Full Time WORK LOCATION: On Site Thanks to generous support from The National Lottery and Emmaus UK, we are expanding our workshop and upcycling activity! We’re looking for a hands‑on, people‑focused Workshop Manager to lead and grow our creative workshop activity across Emmaus Hertfordshire. This is a unique new role where craft, sustainability and social impact come together every day. You’ll be at the heart of our community workshop – inspiring creativity and teaching practical skills in a supportive, trauma-informed environment, while turning donated items into beautiful, sellable products. At the same time, you’ll be helping people overcome barriers, rebuild confidence and reduce social isolation. What you’ll be doing • Leading and developing a diverse programme of creative workshops – from restoration and upholstery to painting, mosaics and upcycling • Teaching, mentoring and working alongside companions and volunteers in a supportive, therapeutic learning environment • Producing high‑quality stock for our shops and online channels • Championing repair, reuse and upcycling, saving as much as possible from landfill • Managing and developing volunteers, ensuring they feel supported, trained and valued • Building partnerships with community groups, corporate supporters and referral organisations • Working closely with retail, e‑commerce and logistics teams to maximise impact and income • Ensuring workshops are safe, compliant and well‑run About you You’ll be a practical creative with strong people skills and experience leading or teaching others. You’re confident in a workshop environment, passionate about creativity and sustainability, and motivated by making a real difference to people’s lives. You’ll also bring: • Experience in crafts, restoration, making or upcycling • A collaborative, encouraging leadership style • The ability to balance creativity with organisation and safety • Flexibility to work across multiple sites and occasional weekends Why join Emmaus Hertfordshire? At Emmaus, we work with people who have experienced homelessness and social exclusion, offering support, purpose and the chance to thrive. This role gives you the opportunity to: • See the direct impact of your work every single day • Be part of a supportive, values‑driven organisation • Combine creativity, sustainability and social good in one job All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Ready to turn skills into social impact? Apply now and help us create, restore and rebuild – together To apply please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] – or get in touch for an initial, informal chat about the role! Subscribe to our newsletter HEATWAVE UPDATE – EARLY SHOP CLOSURES TOMORROW Close Due to the predicted heatwave, our shops will close early tomorrow (Thursday 13 August): 📍 Letchworth, Tring & Boxmoor: 3pm 📍 St Albans Hill End & City Centre: 3.30pm Thank you for your understanding ❤️ We’ll be back to normal opening hours on Friday (14 August).