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Without Walls is seeking to appoint an Access Advisor to expand Embedded Access provisions within their Creation & Touring Programme 2026.

The purpose of this role is to work closely with the programme artists and festivals to expand awareness and implementation of Embedded Access, for touring outdoor arts productions and small-mid scale outdoor arts festivals. The postholder should have demonstrable knowledge of best practice for Embedded Access in the arts sector.

They will be working with all programme artists to develop a shared Embedded Access provision for the 2026 touring programme. They will also work with selected artists to develop bespoke Embedded Access for a specific touring project; and with select festivals to implement tailored provisions to develop Embedded Accessibility at their events.

The postholder will have experience of working with artists to design Embedded Access from the start of a project, and will also have knowledge of the practical considerations for implementing Embedded Access. For example, they can provide accurate guidance on designing appropriate budgets and timelines for accessible productions etc.

Closing Date: 12am (Midnight) Sunday 12th October 2025

Contract Type: Temporary Freelance

Fee: £3,250 (+VAT if applicable) for the delivery of the outlined advisory work.

This corresponds to a total of 13 days of work at a daily fee of £250. Days per week to be worked flexibly, according to the needs of the postholder, artists and festivals.

Timeline and key dates: The work is to be carried out between Thursday 30 October 2025 and Wednesday 30 September 2026. Please refer to the Outline of Work section below for details.

Please note that, as part of the contract, the selected candidate must be available to work approximately 4 days between the dates of Thursday 30 October and Monday 24 November 2025.

Location: Remote, with some necessary and some optional in-person commitments. All travel and accommodation costs required for attending in-person events will be covered by Without Walls in accordance with our Expense Policy.

Managed by: Without Walls EDI Manager

Access requirements: They ask candidates to share their access requirements with us so they can make any reasonable adjustments if needed.

The postholder should have demonstrable knowledge of best practice for Embedded Access in the arts sector. They will be working with all programme artists to develop a shared Embedded Access provision for the 2026 touring programme. They will also work with selected artists to develop bespoke Embedded Access for a specific touring project; and with select festivals to implement tailored provisions to develop Embedded Accessibility at their events.

The postholder will have experience of working with artists to design Embedded Access from the start of a project, and will also have knowledge of the practical considerations for implementing Embedded Access. For example, they can provide accurate guidance on designing appropriate budgets and timelines for accessible productions etc.

Please read the full job pack for full details on the role https://withoutwalls.uk.com/we-are-recruiting-for-an-access-advisor/

Operational support is critical to the day-to-day management of the Atkinson’s building and facilities, including delivery of all programmes and services.

Candidates will have experience of working in a public building with some responsibility for general maintenance, the management of contract services or other general duties.  They will have experience in either a technical or practical field, such as engineering or electrical work. The post-holder will be an effective team worker, with good inter-personal and communication skills.

Employer: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
Salary: Grade D SCP 5 – 6, £25,583 – £25,989
Location: The Atkinson, Southport
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 36 hours per week.
DBS Check: No
Closing Date: Monday 22 September 2025 at 23:59
Reference: COMM/25/321266
Provisional Interview Date: W/C 6th October 2025

Visit theatkinson.co.uk/opportunities to download the Job Description and Apply.

Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse Theatres are hiring⁠! They’re looking for a Head of Production to lead the production and technical teams in the delivery of their artistic programme.⁠
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Closing date for applications is Monday 13th October 2025 at 10.00am.⁠
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See the link for the job pack and how to apply

The postholder will support the Procurement Manager to deliver value for money through the effective procurement of goods and services and in compliance with public procurement regulations.

You will provide advice, guidance and support to departments across the organisation including the preparation of tender documents and supporting the evaluation and contract award process.  

 You should have experience of public procurement, have a thorough understanding of the Public Contract Regulations and the Procurement Act, and knowledge of e-procurement systems.  You should have attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to work with limited direction.  You should have an understanding of the Arts Council’s duty under currently equalities and diversity legislation.

To apply and for more details, visit here

Closing date: 22 September

You will contribute to the Arts Council’s role as the national development agency for creativity and culture.

You will do this by building relationships across the cultural sector, attending events and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders to improve access to cultural opportunities. You will support the delivery of our investment programmes by assessing applications, making decisions on funding and monitoring awards.

Your sector expertise in one or more of the following specialisms will ensure our work benefits more people and enriches lives across the country as part of the delivery of our strategy for 2020-2030, Let’s Create.

Specialisms: Business Innovation, Children and Young People, Combined Arts, Dance, Diversity, Engagement and Communities, Environmental Responsibility, Health and Wellbeing, International, Libraries, Literature, Museums and Cultural Property, Music, Music Education, New Technology and Innovation, Philanthropy, Theatre, Touring, Strategic Partnerships, Skills and Workforce, and Visual Arts.

To apply and for more details, visit here

Closing date: 13 October

The Royal Northern College of Music is looking for a manager to support the Director of Programmes in the effective delivery of Learning and Teaching activities including quality-related policies and procedures. The role holder will work closely with the Director of Programmes to support Learning and Teaching activities and with the Academic Services Team and Executive Office.

This is an opportunity to join a world-leading conservatoire and support the operations, development and enhancement of our academic portfolio, including learning and teaching, academic staff development and access and participation.

Working on their own initiative, within the strategic direction from the Director of Programmes, the role-holder will manage regular learning and teaching activities, such as the Teaching Award Scheme, the Learning and Teaching conference, the Conservatoire Professional in Practice scheme (Advance HR Fellowship), Academic Staff Development and projects that are required to meet regulatory requirements, such as TEF, and programme development.

Central to effective academic governance and quality assurance, they will continuously build their knowledge and understanding of the Higher Education and Conservatoire sectors to provide informed support for the Director of Programmes, managing committee responsibilities and actions, including taking on specific aspects of work to support committee outcomes.

This role may be suitable for blended working.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 19 September

Liverpool Philharmonic are hiring a new Stage Door Receptionist to join their Visitor Experience Team.

If you’re a positive and professional problem-solver, with great communication skills and experience in providing impeccable customer service, they’d love to hear from you!

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 12th September, so visit the link here to apply.

At the University of Liverpool, Libraries, Museums, Galleries directorate, we are seeking a Head of Exhibitions and Public Programmes to join our Cultural Heritage team including the Victoria Gallery and Museum (VGM), the Garstang Museum of Archaeology and Egyptology, and Special Collections and Archives based at the Sydney Jones Library.

You will work closely with the Deputy Director, and as part of their leadership team you will take a holistic approach to service, and be responsible for supporting, developing and influencing a range of professional and support staff.

This newly created role will require you to take a strategic approach to the development of audiences, embedding evaluation in all programming, and aligning our offer to our research environment goals. You will develop opportunities for public engagement with research, formal and informal learning, and support our positioning and partnerships as a unique cultural offer for the City Region.

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At the University of Liverpool, Libraries, Museums and Galleries directorate, we are seeking a Head of Collections Stewardship and Research (maternity cover) to join our Cultural Heritage team including the Victoria Gallery and Museum (VGM), the Garstang Museum of Archaeology and Egyptology, and Special Collections and Archives based at the Sydney Jones Library.

You will work closely with the Deputy Director, and as part of their leadership team you will take a holistic approach to service, and be responsible for supporting, developing and influencing a range of professional and support staff.

This role will require you to take a strategic approach to collection development and management, supporting the team in the implementation of a new collections management system including archives, special collections, artwork, and museum artefacts. You will support and shape research and digital scholarship initiatives, increasing visibility, accessibility and usability of collections. You will lead acquisition negotiations and decisions across the service.

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At the University of Liverpool, Libraries, Museums and Galleries directorate, we are seeking an Art Curator to join our Cultural Heritage team, based at the Victoria Gallery and Museum (VGM), and working closely with colleagues across the Garstang Museum of Archaeology and Egyptology and Special Collections and Archives based at the Sydney Jones Library.

You will report to the Head of Exhibitions and Public Programmes ensuring collections can be used to their full potential, engaging with audiences and raising the profile and reputation of the University. You will work in close partnership and cooperation with curatorial, technical and learning colleagues, ensuring a consistent approach to interpretation, developing opportunities for audience and community participation, and embed evaluation.

You will be responsible for developing the exhibition programme, supporting volunteers and student interns, advising on new acquisition opportunities, and both documenting and promoting the collection.

More info & apply.