Community Post Type: Jobs

£28,000 – £32,000 per annum

Application deadline: 5pm Thursday 15 December 2022
First interviews to be held week commencing 19 December 2022

The Hallé is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced Personal Assistant and Office Manager who provides administrative support to the CEO and the Finance Director, including dealing with HR and recruitment matters. The post-holder is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the offices at our base in The Bridgewater Hall.

The post is full-time permanent based on a 36.25-hour week. Our core office hours are 09.00-17:15, from Monday to Friday, with the option to work 50% of hours from home (for further details, please request a copy of our flexible and hybrid working policies).

The Hallé takes equality, diversity and inclusion very seriously and welcomes applications from everyone. But simply having a diverse workforce is not enough. They want to build an inclusive environment, where everyone can develop to their full potential. They celebrate differences, and recognise the importance of teams reflecting the activities and communities they serve.

They operate an Equal Opportunities Recruitment Policy and welcome applications from all sections of the community. They would particularly welcome applications from applicants who identify as disabled, D/deaf, and/or neurodivergent who can bring their own lived experience to this role.

The Hallé will provide support to ensure that you feel comfortable stepping into the organisation, the type of which may be new or unfamiliar to you, so that you can feel your best self at work. Mentoring or training will be provided during the induction period, if required.

For further details, including a recruitment pack and application form, please visit their website at www.halle.co.uk/careers

Manchester Art Gallery is looking for a collaborative, agile and dynamic leader to deliver the day-to-day building operations of Manchester Art gallery (their city centre gallery), Platt Hall (www.platthall.org) and Queens Park Conservation studios, as a key member of the Gallery’s Leadership Team.

Their main strategic priority for the next four years is to deliver a capital programme across all three of our sites to improve collection storage and address long standing problems with our buildings, whilst continuing to deliver a cultural offer that attracts up to 730,000 visitors a year.

The gallery has recently restructured its operational and specialist technical teams, and this role will lead and develop the new Operations Team, reviewing and revising policies and procedures to support business critical services and activities against the City Council’s Risk Compliance Framework.

Greater Manchester Combined Authority is committed to achieving zero carbon by 2038, and, as the Operations Manager, you will be the gallery lead for environmental sustainability and carbon reduction to support this ambitious plan.

You will bring experience in facilities/operational management, with an understanding of the complex needs of a high footfall heritage buildings housing vulnerable collections.

You will demonstrate the ability to manage a complex programme of refurbishment and repairs in close working with colleagues and external specialists and contractors, and you will work in a collaborative way and be a strong team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence and learn from others.

To apply for the role, see here

 

The purpose of the job is to be responsible for the art and museum collections at Touchstones Rochdale and the Arts and Heritage Resource Centre, ensuring they are successfully managed, cared for and made accessible.

Working across collections containing a diverse range of material culture it is critical in helping to create new connections and meaning for audiences through their creative programmes.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Qualified to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject
• Demonstrable experience of leading on the management and development of at least three of the following collection areas: archaeology, Egyptology, natural history, geology, local and social history, costume and textiles, furniture, and fine and decorative arts
• Experience of a wide range of current collections management practices and procedures
• Experience of documentation projects and using specialist collections management databases
• Experience of digital photography and other digital software
• Experience of managing staff or volunteers, including training and CPD
• Experience of undertaking and facilitating collections-related research and producing interpretation for different audiences
• Experience of leading on the research, creation, maintenance, and development of collections-based policies and plans, including documentation, emergency salvage, care and conservation, management, and development
• Experience of current standards in museums and galleries
• Experience of leading applications to the ACE Accreditation scheme

 WHAT THEY CAN OFFER YOU!

Your Trust are committed to being an employer of choice and offer competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits, including access to:

• Best of Friends Events Membership
• Competitive Pay Rates
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Free Gym Membership
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Occupational Sick Pay

WHO ARE THEY?

They are a charity based in Rochdale that aims to support every member of their diverse community to live their best life; inspiring them to be healthier, happier and creative people.

If you wish to apply for this role, please visit www.yourtrustrochdale.co.uk/jobs

Here you will find more details and their Online Application Form. All applications must be made using the Your Trust Online Application Form as they do not accept CVs

The post holder will provide support to ensure the smooth running of the administration and exams function in Manchester.

You’ll be well versed in Excel, data manipulation and have strong organisational skills to meet exam related deadlines. Should you not meet all of the criteria / accountabilities listed, but do possess well-honed skills from an admin, exams or education background (and are looking to step up to a more senior role) they welcome your application.

For the full description and way to apply please visit: https://www.bimm.ac.uk/careers/

The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra – the UK’s oldest – is a critically-acclaimed ensemble, central to Liverpool’s cultural offering.

They are currently looking for a Principal Second Trumpet to join the Orchestra. A professional musician with exceptional orchestral, chamber and solo playing abilities and broad repertoire knowledge, you’ll be responsible for sitting up and playing first and third trumpet as required, exploring opportunities for training and personal development, and representing the Orchestra at development and donor events.

If you’re an organised and committed team player with extensive orchestral experience, we’d love you to get in touch.

The salary for this role is £38,403.

For further information and to apply, please visit our webiste – Principal Second Trumpet (liverpoolphil.com)

The individual will be responsible for Front of House team delivery at Mount Pleasant. This is a fast-paced role that requires excellent time management, work rate, and organisational skills.

Staff management is a huge part of this role and the embodiment of the Ethos and Values of the organization is vital.

They are looking for a front-of-house professional with previous proven experience within a fast-paced, food service environment who is comfortable working with a wide variety of demands.

You will be joining a dynamic team and will give them your full support. Working closely with the Executive Chef you will be responsible for delivering exceptional service within this exciting new venture, leading from the front and being a constant, positive role model for the team. You will ensure all quality standards are met and that daily operations, staff training, and standards are fully integrated into the teams.

This new role will be based at our new city centre location, however, as a member of their wider team, you will be required to work at their Head Office in Calderstones Park.

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience in a similar role within a fast-paced restaurant environment
• Skilled negotiator
• Superb Customer Service
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Excellent Organisational Skills
• Relentless work ethic
• Strong leadership skills
• Bar experience
• Managing a team
• Flexible and adaptable
• Strong passion for the industry and guest satisfaction
• The ability to think on your feet
• The ability to run a busy door and manage high volumes of bookings.
• Previous experience in a similar role within a fast-paced restaurant environment
• Flexible and adaptable
• Strong passion for the industry and guest satisfaction
• The ability to think on your feet
• The ability to run a busy door and manage high volumes of bookings

Desirable criteria

• FSA level 2
• Barista trained
• Personal License holder

To apply, contact: Laura Kershaw, laurakershaw@thereader.org.uk

Without Walls is recruiting for a new Director to lead the consortium from their base in Manchester.

The successful candidate will be passionate and knowledgeable about outdoor arts, an experienced manager and an inspiring leader. You will have the drive to lead the development of a national network and commissioning programme, maintaining and building its reputation in the arts sector.

Without Walls is a consortium of festivals and organisations committed to excellence in outdoor arts in England. They are the largest commissioner of new outdoor performance in the country and we support artists to create ambitious, innovative and entertaining shows.

From London to Stockton, Weston-super-Mare to Rochdale, they present exceptional art in public space across the country. Past commissions include Peaceophobia, Black Victorians, Museum of the Moon, Arrivals + Departuresand many more works of all genres and sizes.

Without Walls is currently project-managed by XTRAX. Following a planned and mutually-agreed decision, XTRAX will step back from this role from April 2023.

Download full job description and find out how to apply on our website

Dance company Movema is seeking an exceptional candidate to join the board as Chair to lead their Board of Trustees and guide the organisation through its next exciting stage of development.

Ethnically diverse representation is key to Movema’s ethos and therefore they are looking to recruit a person from the global majority for this role.

See here for the recruitment pack

To discuss the role informally please contact maria@movema.co.uk or call 0754365869.

Main office: Studio 19, The Bluecoat,8 School Lane, Liverpool, L1 3BX.

Closing date: 6 January

People are at the heart of National Museums Liverpool. Colleagues from across the NML team make a difference every day, creating memorable experiences for everyone and challenging expectations.

They pride themselves on being a place for everyone, but we are always aiming higher, aspiring to be representative of the communities they serve. Through people, they are building a culture which embeds trust, respect and inclusion and an organisation in which people are engaged and empowered to enable National Museums Liverpool to evolve. You could be just the right person to join them.

There has never been greater public demand or a more pertinent need to understand the heritage of the transatlantic slave trade and discuss its legacies. This is a unique opportunity for someone with the passion, energy, and dedication to join our Learning & Participation team in a role that is critical to supporting the administration and facilitation of workshops and events with community stakeholders most affected and most invested in the outcomes of the International Slavery Museum re-development, and wider Waterfront Transformation project.

They want to work with communities so a more diverse range of people can create a vision to transform the International Slavery Museum and Maritime Museum generously supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund with thanks to National Lottery players.

The role will be an amazing opportunity to join their team to help administer and deliver activities and events as part of the community engagement programme for the Waterfront Transformation project. The role is core to the project’s approach to involving local communities and wider UK stakeholders in events and activities exploring project themes including Black history, the broader Black experience, British history, chattel and transatlantic slavery, social movements and moments, racial inequalities, contemporary forms of slavery and social injustice.

Please apply via the link below:

https://liverpoolmuseums.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/2894079?cid=1998&jobtitle=Participation.Facilitator&location=Liverpool&rsid=19092&ad=1892112&t=Participation-Facilitator&l=Liverpool

Footlights Didsbury are currently seeking enthusiastic, inspirational and diverse Performing Arts/Musical Theatre Teachers to work with our 3 – to 6-year-olds students at Didsbury on SATURDAY MORNINGS.

About Us

Footlights is a well-established, multi-award-winning stage school that offers high-quality training to 3 – 18-year-olds. Many of our children work professionally with recent credits, including RSC’s Matilda the Musical UK Tour, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang UK Tour, Les Misérables, Game of Thrones, Cruella, CBBC’s Almost Never, The 4 O’clock Club, Katy and The Dog Ate My Homework.

Job Summary

• To have a big personality and the ability to deliver high-quality performing arts sessions, including ACTING, SINGING, and DANCE, to our 3 – to 6-year-olds students.
• Plan, create and deliver appropriate sessions which inspire and engage.
• To plan schemes of work in advance, which enable clear progression.
• To prepare students for termly presentations and showcases.
• To regularly monitor student progression within sessions to write reports that inform parents/guardians with regards to areas of strength and areas for development to maximise learning for all our students.

Saturdays – 2 x 1.5-hour sessions (From £20 per hour – fee negotiable for more exprienced candidates) 

Venue: The Barlow RC High School, Parrswood Road Didsbury

Your ability to commit to 36 term-time sessions is paramount as they pride themselves on continuity and the progression of learners.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Relevant performing arts experience/training. (They are happy to consider candidates who are trained specifically in any of the three disciplines so long as you are comfortable/competent at teaching acting, singing and dance)
• Experience of working with children aged 3 – 6 years old.
• A ‘team’ player with the ability to work flexibly as part of a diverse team.
• Excellent oral communication skills, especially concerning staff, students and parents/guardians.
• Positive, enthusiastic, energetic, flexible with a pro-active can-do attitude
• DBS checked or willing to obtain one. (They will assist with this)

Please send CV and any social media, show reels, web links to Ella via email Didsbury@footlightstheatre.co.uk