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The National Lottery Heritage Fund is the largest funder of the UK’s heritage. The projects they fund create lasting and positive change for people and communities and they believe that heritage has a crucial role to play in contributing to a more equal society.

They are currently recruiting for a full Office Coordinator on a fixed term contract (until end of April 2023) based in any fund location except London from which you will work twice a week as minimum. The other days in the week may be worked from home.

The primary purpose of this post is to provide governance and administrative support to the Legal and Governance Team.

If you are excited about helping ensure that heritage is inclusive and accessible to everyone, for now and future generations, then they want to hear from you.

• Applications close on 17 October 2022
• Interviews are expected to take place on 26 October 2022
• Please apply via their website. Legal and Governance Office Coordinator | The National Heritage Memorial Fund iRecruit PortalName (ciphr-irecruit.com)

Their Values

Their Values and Behaviours sit at the heart of their work and are central to how they recruit. How you demonstrate their Values is just as important as your skills and experience.

• Inclusive of all aspects of heritage, people and communities
• Ambitious for their people, communities and heritage
• Collaborative by working and learning together
• Trusted for their integrity, expertise and judgement

Flexible Working

They have offices all over the UK and we champion a flexible approach to working where this supports their business needs. Many roles include opportunities to work from home or are open for job share arrangements.

Disability Confident Employer

They guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for every vacancy. They always endeavour to make reasonable adjustments and special requirements can be discussed and arranged before an interview.

Under the direction of the Venue Operations Manager, take operational responsibility for the front of house, ensuring a consistently safe, efficient and high standard of service to audiences, visitors and staff

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Now being managed by Theatr Clwyd, they are looking to grow their team at the William Aston Hall.

Head along and talk to the team and hear more about the vacancies at their Recruitment Open Day on 13 October from 12-4pm.

Please have a read and sign up using the email below.

If you have further questions, please email: people@theatrclwyd.com

To work as part of the technical team and, overseen by the Venue Technical Manager, deliver a service to all visiting productions of the highest possible standards.

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Now being managed by Theatr Clwyd, we are looking to grow our team at the William Aston Hall.

Come and talk to the team and hear more about the vacancies at our Recruitment Open Day on 13 October from 12-4pm.

Below is more information about the roles we are recruiting for.

Please have a read and sign up using the email below.

If you have further questions, please email: people@theatrclwyd.com

The Beatles Story is looking for a Retail Team Leader to join the team.

You will be an integral part of the Front of House Team and assist the Assistant Guest Experience Manager in managing the day-to-day running of the Fab 4 Stores.

You will ensure guests enjoy a premium quality guest-focused service. You will support the Sales Function by maximising income generation activities. You will motivate the team to deliver an engaging service of excellence.

You will have a passion for delivering excellent five-star service. You will have experience in leading a team. You are a role model, a great motivator, and able to get the best out of your colleagues. You work well under pressure and have the ability to manage a busy retail environment.

THE PERKS

• 28 days Holiday Annual Leave (pro-rata)
• A travel pass for local public transport: trains, buses, and ferries.
• Birthday Holiday after 12 months service – “Today it’s your birthday!” incentive.
• Length of Service Benefit – additional days holiday for every 5 years of employment.
• Complimentary tickets to events at the M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool.

If you would like any further details about the role or to be sent a full job description, please contact Victorialeyshon@beatlesstory.com

FACT Liverpool has identified a role for a senior finance person, to be responsible for ensuring that our financial function is effective and efficient and provide strategic and financial guidance.

FACT’s Financial Manager works three days a week and is responsible for all day to day financial functions – Xero, payments, preparation of management accounts, VAT, payroll & pension processing, budget profiling through the year, etc.

The Finance Director will work with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Head of Business and Operations (HBO) and the Finance Manager (FM).

Key Responsibilities

● understand the overall finance picture and provide challenge and insight

● guide financial forecasting – modelling outcomes of and cashflows for asset
purchases, business development, expansion and diversification plans

● review and advise on tax compliance (including VAT, PAYE), tax relief (including
Museums and Galleries Tax Relief) and financial support schemes

● advise on strategic and annual planning processes

● Support and review the implementation of financial systems, processes and
procedures with the Finance Manager recommending refinements to current
processes

● advise on capitalisation policy

● analyse and advise on key success factors and KPIs for income generating activities
(including video production services, space hires, and ticketed events) and support
a culture of accountability and delivery

● review and where necessary recommend refinements to financial systems and
processes

● preparation of annual statutory accounts with the support of the Finance Manager

● annually review standing financial instructions

● coach and mentor the CEO, HBO and FM to improve financial planning and
reporting

Person Specification

This role will suit someone with a strong background in finance, who has carried out an Finance Director role or equivalent, and who ideally has had experience of charity and small business sectors.

To apply, see here

Closing date: 4 November

Shakespeare North Playhouse are looking for two multi skilled Theatre Technicians.

They will be responsible for ensuring that the technical aspects, including staging, flying, lighting, sound and video aspects of all performances, event and activities in the Playhouse run smoothly and to schedule. This is a 6-month fixed term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Theatre Technician to deliver the technical aspects of the Playhouse’s work.

The post-holder will take responsibility for operating equipment in technical areas within the theatre, performance, and event spaces to ensure the smooth running of Shakespeare North’s productions, workshops, and events.

The post holder will be a key operational member of the Technical team and will work on all technical aspects of the production, events and learning programmes as required, they will at times act as duty technician, building duty manager and will need to work with and supervise casual, freelance and contractor staff as scheduled by The Head of Technical and Facilities or the Technical Stage Manager.

To apply and for full details, see here

Closing date: 18 October

Due to expanding business the BwD Venues team are looking to recruit a Hospitality and Events Assistant to work across both King George’s Hall and Darwen Library Theatre.

The role will support the Hospitality and Events Coordinator in the planning and delivery of high quality bar services, event set up and catering provision ensuring all areas comply with health and safety, legal, hygiene and licencing requirements as well as ensuring a secure, safe and welcoming environment for the audience and guests to enjoy.

The role requires stamina, enthusiasm, attention to detail and the ability to think on your feet as well as superb communication skills. There is a requirement for flexibility of evenings, weekends and late shifts to deliver the busy event programme. It is hard work but it is also very rewarding.

If you are proactive, with energy, enthusiasm, good communication skills and want a career in the hospitality and entertainment industry they want to hear from you.

For an informal chat please contact Richard Gallagher on 01254 588904

Closing date: 18 October

Previous applicants need not apply.

Do you like Music, Comedy and the Arts?  Ever thought about a career in the industry?

King George’s Hall and Darwen Library Theatre are two of Lancashire’s iconic Theatres and concert halls. They host a wide variety of national and international artists ranging from world famous bands to comedy icons as well as a host of local exhibitions and conferences.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Theatre (Stage) Manager based at King Georges Hall but also covering other Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council venues including Darwen Library Theatre.

Applications are invited from professionals with relevant industry experience, operational planning, service delivery and customer management.

Successful candidates will demonstrate leadership and strive towards commercial success maximising profitability and efficient cost control.

A knowledge of working with touring companies, sound and light to a high specification, stage rigging, and excellent Health and Safety knowledge are required.

Management of staff will be a pre-requisite of this post for both internal employees and freelance professionals. You will be able to demonstrate good organisational skills, be forward thinking, adaptable, have the ability to produce reports, conduct risk assessment and deliver training.

The role includes working weekends and evenings is based on 37 hours over 7 days and will work to our annualised hour’s system.

For an informal discussion on this post please call Neil Dagnall Venues Operations Manager 01254 503220 or e-mail Neil.Dagnall@blackburn.gov.uk

In addition to your CV, please include supporting information which evidences how you meet the criteria detailed on the key requirements document.

Galleries Team Leader – part time 30 hours per week (over 4 days), £18,107.32 per annum plus staff benefits

The Lowry is an internationally acclaimed cultural landmark situated at the heart of MediaCityUK, one of the world’s most exciting culture and media destinations.

They are looking for a Team Leader to oversee the day to day running of the gallery and lead the front of house team in the delivery of excellent customer service.

Key responsibilities include leading the team in the delivery of tours, encouraging a strong donation ask and supporting in the delivery of engagement activities.

With a friendly and outgoing approach, the ideal candidate will have the ability to both generate and demonstrate proactive interaction with staff and visitors alike.

The role has a number of staff benefits including:

• Complimentary and discounted theatre and live event tickets
• Free car parking just a few minutes’ walk from The Lowry building
• Generous annual leave entitlement and a paid day off for your birthday!
• Discounts at the bars, restaurant and gift shop located within The Lowry building

Please note that MediaCityUK is a well-connected destination with a variety of different transport options – bus, car, tram and bike.

To apply for this job please visit our website for further details by clicking here.