Community Post Type: Jobs

We are looking to recruit a dynamic, driven individual to work in a new events sales role at our venue on Argyle Street, Birkenhead.

We are looking to bring on board an Event Sales Co-Ordinator in a new role within our team, supported by our Head Of Live Programme and working within our Live Programme team. As a non-profit, Community Interest Company, we must develop a range of revenue streams to support our work. Ensuring we have a wide range of events being delivered at the venue is key to our long term sustainability.

This role will develop and maintain relationships with potential clients and individuals looking to host a range of private hires, corporate and commercial events at Future Yard, for example: celebrations, corporate events, parties, meetings, away-days, prize-givings and weddings. The Events Sales Co-ordinator’s responsibility is to ensure the venue has a strong pipeline of event hires that compliment our live music programme.

The Events Sales Co-Ordinator will handle in-bound enquiries, providing excellent communication with clients and rigorous organisation to ensure our production and F+B teams have all the information required to deliver excellent events. You will generate enquiries, building a sales pipeline through working with our marketing and partnerships teams.

This is a unique opportunity to join the team at one of the UK’s most exciting new music venues. Since fully opening in the summer of 2021, we have played host to artists such as Gruff Rhys, OMD, Black Country New Road, The Coral, Nubiyan Twist, Shame, Melt Yourself Down, Badly Drawn Boy, We Are Scientists, Bodega and many more, with a programme encompassing the best in contemporary alternative, jazz, electronic and experimental music.

Future Yard was established with the aim of creating a transformational live music venue for the people of Birkenhead, Wirral and Merseyside. We’re passionate about the power of music and the positive impact a high-quality community music venue can have on people’s lives. Future Yard is at the heart of the regeneration vision for Birkenhead.

To apply, see the full job description at: https://futureyard.org/jobs-events-sales-coordinator/ Application involves the submission of a CV and a covering letter.

Closing date: 28 August

This is an exciting job opportunity! We are recruiting a Community Engagement and Programme Coordinator to help us embark on a new and exciting phase in our organisation – we’re expanding!

We believe in the power of music, movement and mindfulness practices for positive change. We are passionate about using these practices to support individuals and businesses’ wellbeing on a local and international level and animate public spaces whilst celebrating cultural diversity.

Now at a pivotal point in our organisation in expanding our creative programmes – to realise our vision, Katumba/BrazUKa International is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Community Engagement and Programme Coordinator to support our growing activities.

Job purposes:

As the Community Engagement and Programme Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in fostering community engagement and supporting our diverse membership. Your dynamic leadership and passion for music, movement practices and social impact will contribute to our mission of promoting inclusivity and wellbeing. You will ensure seamless membership processes, manage inquiries, and provide exceptional support to our members and the community we serve. You will coordinate the seamless execution of our various programmes, support the teachers to manage their schedule and teaching materials, manage community partnerships and ensure the success of our members teaching programme.

For a full job description and more information, please download the pack here

To Apply:

Please read the Job Description here carefully, and email the following three documents to manager@brazuka.org.uk –

1. Covering Letter
2. Completed Application Form (download here – you don’t need a dropbox account)
3. CV

BrazUKa is an equal opportunities employer and considers applications strictly on the basis of merit.

We encourage applications from individuals who have experienced racism and/or other barriers that have prevented their ability to achieve their full career potential.

Selection for this post will be based on submission of cover letter, application form, CV and an interview.

Closing date: 29 Aug

Job Opportunity: Acting and Singing Teachers Wanted!

Are you passionate performing arts teacher?Join the dynamic team at Footlights Saddleworth!

Positions available: Acting and Singing Teachers

Start date: September 9th
Schedule: Saturdays during term times
Timing: 9:45 am – 1:00 pm
Pay: £50 – £60 per session (dependant on experience and level of teaching).

They are seeking dedicated individuals who possess a genuine enthusiasm for teaching and inspiring students. Your role will involve guiding children in enhancing their acting and singing abilities, fostering creativity, and building self-belief.

Requirements:

Must hold a valid DBS check or be willing to obtain one.

Have a strong background in acting and/or singing and hold a Bachelor’s Degree in at least one of the art forms mentioned above.

Have at least 1 year experience in teaching children of various ages.

Be kind, approachable and friendly.

Must be reliable, punctual and consistent.

Be very enthusiastic for teaching performing arts to the future generation.

Effective communication is a must.

Footlights Saddleworth is a growing stage school that provides a supportive and inclusive environment for young talents to flourish and express themselves. If you feel like you’d play a strong part in their team then why not apply?

Join their team of dedicated professionals and be a part of shaping the next generation of artists!

To apply:

Please send your C.V to saddleworth@footlightstheatre.co.uk. They look forward to welcoming passionate individuals who can help continue to create a positive impact in the lives of their students.

Applications close: 16/08/23

You’ll be responsible for the successful and safe operation of their unique cultural venues.

You will lead visitor experience teams to ensure venues look great for audiences, from the warm welcome they receive to the fond farewell – and everything in between.

Operating independently as the responsible Duty Manager on-site, you’ll be overseeing everything front-of-the-house and play an essential part in the daily checks required to operate a safe working environment. From ensuring the highest standards of presentation and customer service to investigating and supporting teams with health, safety, security and maintenance related issues.

Job Responsibilities

As a key holder you will be responsible for opening and locking up duties, ensuring processes are followed to preserve the safety and security of venues and collections.

You will be responsible for carrying out full site checks to ensure venues look and function in great order. You will monitor and make checks regarding health, safety, security and facilities, reporting any issues and escalating emergencies and urgent issues where necessary.

You will be a first aider, fire incident controller and be trained in the use of a throw line. You will ensure the health, safety and security of visitors, staff, volunteers and contractors while on site.

You will ensure front of house staff are fully equipped and trained to carry out their roles. You will lead daily morning briefings and dedicate time to supporting team members with focused training and disseminating information.

To apply and for more information, see here

Come join the brood: they are seeking dynamic, experienced, workshop leaders & assistants to run ad-hoc craft sessions for their growing events company.

They are specifically looking for people who can cover the Merseyside and Greater Manchester areas with some weekday availability. (as well as weekends) Your own transport is essential. They are seeking to increase their pool of people who can support corporate events as well as hen parties, therefore someone who has good flexibility or works fully freelance and has space for a bit of occasional extra work would be ideal.

They are looking for people who will bring a sense of fun during the activities, as well as sharing skills with our participants. The majority of our clients are unfamiliar with craft techniques, and need an approach that guides them in gently. Their key client groups include hen parties, corporate events, special birthdays & baby showers; participants can vary massively in craft experience and ability. They also work with a variety of ages, though we predominantly cater to adults.

In order to continue providing an award winning service to our clients, we are seeking to increase our pool of freelance workshop providers across the UK. Please take a good look around their website to get a flavour of what they do.

These roles usually suit people already working freelance, or someone wanting to pick up an occasional bit of extra work.

Full details can be found here:https://www.thecraftyhen.co.uk/apply

Job Title: Senior Visitor Services Assistant

Location: Bridgwater Gardens

Salary: £22,597 pro rata

Hours: Two working patterns availible; Sun – Tue (22.5hrs) or Wed – Sat (30 hrs)

Contract: Permanent

Details of their great benefits can be found https://www.rhs.org.uk/about-the-rhs/opportunities/benefits – here.

Overview of the Role:

The Visitor Services team is a huge part of what makes Bridgewater Gardens great. They are looking for two more passionate, vibrant and hardworking people to join us. This is a key role operating at the core of the visitor team; welcoming our visitors, sharing information and recruiting members.

In return, they offer a positive working environment with a great culture, opportunities for progression, employee discounts and a full training package.

Safeguarding and Inclusion

The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. They are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Please note: They may review applications as soon as we receive then so if you see a vacancy that you are interested in, please apply straight away as the vacancy will be closed as soon as they hire the right candidate.

Should you require any additional support with making your application please contact People Services on mailto:peopleservices@rhs.org.uk – peopleservices@rhs.org.uk or 01483 226 530.

To apply and for more details, see here

Closing date – 28th August 2023
Salary – £22,672 per annum (Manchester Real Living Wage)

Please note they are looking to fill multiple positions for this role, these are fixed-term contracts until March 2024 with the potential to become permanent.

Working across the venue, you will work within the porter team to prepare and maintain spaces for a range of activities and events, providing exceptional customer service and care. You will be a vital part of their visitor operations team working closely with the Front of House team but also with other departments across the organisation.

Activities include, moving furniture, barriers and other infrastructure as required, setting up spaces for meetings, managing incoming deliveries and post, working with Guest & Artist Liaison teams to welcome stakeholders to the building and facilitate access to back of house areas for contractors.

Completing basic maintenance tasks and working with their operations teams you will help to create a fantastic welcome for visitors in an exceptional new venue.

For more information and to apply, see here

Crewe Lyceum Theatre are seeking a freelancer to support the delivery of their Young Ambassadors, work experience programme.

You will be working with ages 14-18 on Tuesday afternoon 4.30-6.30pm, supporting the Creative Learning Manager to deliver creative and engaging workshops, covering a range of skills. Over the course of the year you will support the group to design and deliver their own events within the theatre and helping them to gain a silver arts award. You will also keep the register up to date and be alert to the needs of the workshop participants, be approachable and take initiative.

The ideal candidates are excellent communicators and motivators, with a passion for theatre and working with young people.

Some additional evening and weekend work, depending on the events the young people create.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

RATE OF PAY – £25 per hour, 2-3 hours a week (Travel expenses can also be covered)

NI & TAX – The successful applicant must be registered as self-employed and is fully responsible for paying all relevant contributions to HMRC

TERM – Freelance Contract, starting on Tues 12th September 2023 till end of July 2024. Possibility of extending due to funding.

How to Apply

Send a CV and covering Letter to Hollie Wimpenny, Creative Learning and Engagement Manager: hwimpenny@crewelyceum.co.uk

Following a recent funding success, the Liverpool Irish Festival has a short window to recruit a Festival Coordinator, supporting Festival delivery in 2023.

This is an exciting time for them, as they approach #LIF2023 (theme: anniversary). They’re especially pleased to be able to expand their team, which they hope to do with a dynamic, friendly and energised individual.

The primary purpose of the role is to support the Artistic Director and CEO with day-to-day functions, particularly during intense periods of work (e.g., #LIF2023 19-29 Oct 2023). Headline duties candidates will be expected to be able to deliver, include

• Front-of-house delivery
• Volunteer management
• Artist and venue liaison
• Adding digital content to social media channels
• Minute taking and preparation.

They’d expect the successful candidate to be able to hit the ground running with these areas of work, once access permissions are granted or introductions have been made. More details are in the job description. Download a job description and person specification here.

They’re very keen to further diversify their team. They welcome and encourage applications from all protected character groups.

The total amount available for this role is £15,725, which can be paid as PAYE or via a freelance contract. It was initially designed to be a 75-day contract, running Sept-Dec. However, there is flexibility in making this a longer-term PT contract, depending on the role holder.

The funding allocated has to be spent by July 2024.

Due to the funding announcement date and our Festival dates, turn around for this recruitment is tighter than usual. They’d ask candidates to consider the timeline carefully and only apply if they can meet these requirements. Applicants who can’t quite fit this schedule, but can provide close alternatives for interview or start dates must make this clear in their application.

Application deadline: 9am, Mon 4 Sept 2023. Applications received after this cannot be considered.

Application consideration and candidate invites: Wed 6 Sept 2023. Successful candidates will be contacted on this day and invited to interview on Fri 8 Sept 2023.

Interview date: They’ll hold a maximum of 4 interviews on Fri 8 Sept 2023, at 9.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm. An applicant who cannot make any of these times, or this date, should make this clear in their application and provide an alternative when they might be able to interview/start.

Start date: They hope the candidate will be able to start as soon as possible, but expect a start no later than 2 Oct 2023, if at all possible. Candidates are asked to consider this request before applying. If it’s likely to be problematic (within a few days), they’d ask you to state this in your application, along with your nearest start date, so they can consider the impact on the Festival programme.

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a major improvement in access to and storage of Gallery Oldham’s collections.

In the first stage of this project in Spring 2024, we will be moving our social and natural history collections to new storage facilities. They are currently working on the ongoing cataloguing and packing of the natural history collection to complete this project. They are looking for a freelancer who can support their Natural History Curator to carry out much of the day-to-day work on these collections.

This opportunity is a freelance position working 3 days per week at a rate of £110 per day. The initial appointment would be for 6 months.

Download full details of essential and desirable criteria here

Please email a CV and covering letter including details of two professional references on no more than three pages to karen.heatley@oldham.gov.uk by 9am on Monday 21st August.

Use the subject line ‘YOUR NAME – Collections Assistant (Natural History). Shortlisting will take place on 22nd August and interviews will be held on Tuesday 29th August.

To discuss any aspect of this role please contact Patricia Francis, Exhibition and Collection Co-ordinator –patricia.francis@oldham.gov.uk