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The Inclusive Sports & Culture Festival 2027 is set to be a landmark disability‑led celebration of sport, creativity and inclusive practice across Liverpool.

Funded by UK Sport and Arts Council England, the festival will bring world‑class D/deaf, disabled and neurodivergent artists together with para‑sports organisations to create an ambitious, multi‑artform cultural moment with national and international impact.

They are seeking an exceptional Creative Director to lead the artistic vision and delivery of this groundbreaking programme. You will shape a bold, disability‑led cultural experience – one that integrates art and sport, centres lived experience and leaves a lasting legacy for Liverpool and beyond.

Contract: Fixed‑term freelance contract (April 2026 – September 2027)
Location: Hybrid – Culture Liverpool, Cunard Building, Water Street, Liverpool, L3 1AH
Fee: £50,000 – £55,000 (DOE, plus disability allowance)

Link: https://cultureliverpool.co.uk/creative-director/

What they need:

• A visionary cultural leader with a strong track record in delivering large‑scale indoor and outdoor arts commissions
• Deep understanding of disability‑led practice, inclusive curation and the social model of disability
• Experience commissioning across multiple artforms – visual arts, performance, digital, sound and participatory work
• Excellent project management, stakeholder engagement and budget handling skills
• Commitment to co‑creation, accessibility and inclusive leadership
• Experience collaborating with cultural, community, para‑sports or multi‑sector partners

Why apply?

• Lead the cultural vision for a nationally and internationally significant festival
• Champion disability‑led creative practice at the highest level
• Collaborate with world‑class artists, para‑sports organisations and communities
• Shape long‑term legacy, sector change and artist development
• Deliver a once‑in‑a‑generation creative programme across Liverpool’s public spaces, venues and cultural institutions

How to apply:

Please submit your CV and a one-page covering letter, highlighting how your skills and experience are relevant to the outlined requirements of the role, by email to: Jess O’Neill at cultureliverpool@liverpool.gov.uk.

They are also able to receive cover letters in audio or video format.

They are encouraging applications from people with D/deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent lived experience for this role. We would also consider joined applications which can include organisations or individuals proposing a job share.

The closing date for applications is Monday 23 March 2026 at 09:00.

They anticipate first round interviews taking place w/c 30 March 2026 virtually. Second round interviews will take place w/c 6 April in person, with a presentation task. Please state in your application if you are unavailable for these dates.

 

 

 

The Tung Auditorium are seeking skilled and experienced Venue Technicians to facilitate the smooth delivery of public concerts and events.

This role is ideal for those with experience in live sound, lighting, AV and/or Stage Management who are interested in getting involved with an exciting new venue, delivering an outstanding audience and artist experience across a varied and constantly changing programme. They are particularly interested in those with sound engineering experience but welcome applications from all of the above skillsets.

This role is ad hoc and shift based, allocated according to the requirements of concerts and events which will not follow a regular pattern. For this reason, this role is a zero hours contract with shifts allocated by rota one month in advance. Some events will take place during office hours; however, the majority are expected to be during evenings and weekends.

For the full job description and to apply, please visit the vacancy on the University of Liverpool jobs portal.

This Executive Director maternity cover role is vital to ensuring Unity Theatre remains financially robust, well-governed and strategically focused, providing steady leadership and strengthened systems so the organisation can continue delivering its public programme with confidence and resilience.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

Unity Theatre is a values-led venue with a busy programme and a complex funding mix. This maternity cover Executive Director role is central to keeping Unity stable, compliant and financially resilient whilst also strengthening the systems and income pipelines that help the organisation thrive.

You’ll be the organisation’s senior lead for governance, finance controls and trusts/grants fundraising, ensuring the Board has clear information for decisions, the team is well-supported, and Unity’s public work can happen safely and sustainably. This is a hands-on leadership role where good judgement, strong relationships and clear process can make a visible difference within 9 months.

PURPOSES OF THE ROLE

To provide operational and strategic leadership for Unity Theatre during a 9-month maternity cover period, ensuring strong governance, financial oversight, HR good practice, safeguarding policy oversight, and delivery of an effective trusts and grants fundraising programme.

A key focus of this role is not only continuity, but improvement – strengthening income pipelines, decision-making information, and internal systems so Unity is consistently in a better position.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send: to eleanor@unitytheatre.co.uk

· Your CV, and

· A supporting statement answering Questions 1–3 below.

These questions are designed to help us understand your experience, judgement and motivation for the role beyond what is captured in your CV.

We recommend a total word count of no more than 750 words across your answers (but you are welcome to write less)

Questions

1. Senior leadership office / governance support Please describe your experience of working within or managing a senior leadership office (e.g. Executive Director/CEO or Board-facing role). Include your experience of supporting governance or board processes (papers, minutes/actions, decision-making). What have you found most challenging about this kind of role, and how have you approached it?

2. Judgement, trust and handling complexity Trust, judgement and relationships are central to this role. Please give an example of a situation where your judgement or approach helped build confidence, manage sensitivity, or resolve a complex issue. (For example: governance risk, finance controls, HR, safeguarding, funder relationships, or a high-stakes operational problem.)

3. Fundraising motivation and fit with Unity This maternity cover role has a strong focus on trusts and grants fundraising. What attracts you to this role at Unity Theatre, and how do our purpose and values resonate with you? Please include a brief note on the kinds of trusts/grants work you most enjoy and where you think you could add value in your role.

Please feel free to add any additional information that will support your application.

Recruitment timeline and important information

Closing date for applications: 22 March 2026

Interviews: mid-April 2026, with a view to making an offer of employment to the successful candidate by the end of April.

Start date: The successful applicant will be required to commence work on or before 20 July 2026. The Executive Director will begin maternity leave from 1 August 2026.

Please do not apply unless this is feasible.

Candidates are welcome to get in touch for an informal conversation about the role before applying. Please contact either Peter Mearns (Chair of Trustees) at peter.mearns@live.co.uk or Eleanor Manson-Sawko at eleanor@unitytheatre.co.uk to arrange a call.

Metal champions the right for artists, creatives and curious people to follow hunches, explore dreams and probe problems through creativity to inspire positive change where they live.

Metal are looking for a proactive and highly organised Programmes & Operations Administrator to join their Liverpool team.

You will be central to the smooth running of Edge Hill Station and the first point of contact for artists, partners and visitors. The role combines office management, programme support, hospitality, and systems administration, and also plays an important part in delivering Metal Liverpool’s earned income strategy.

Metal’s new Programmes & Operations Administrator will enjoy working with people, developing effective systems, and creating welcoming, well-run environments where artists and communities can thrive. This is a hands-on role within a small, collaborative team, requiring flexibility, initiative and care.

The role is full-time and you’ll be based on-site at Edge Hill Station.

Metal are running a guaranteed interview scheme for this role as part of our commitment to addressing the imbalance of underrepresented communities within the cultural sector and within our own organisation. You can also apply for this role in a way that meets your access requirements.

For more information and to see the full job pack, follow this link: https://bit.ly/3n2vdY3

The team are currently looking to recruit a Concert Manager who will serve as a central figure in planning performances at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall home and across the UK.

You’ll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of concert preparation and delivery, ensuring that all performances maintain the highest possible standard. You’ll receive and manage all advance information for concerts and communicate details to relevant parties within the organisation.

You’ll welcome artists to venues, support their Chief Conductor and visiting performers with any general enquiries, and work across the team to help bring a whole range of concerts to the stage. If you’re a strong critical thinker who is organised, an excellent communicator and has experience in a similar role – working with a professional orchestra/musicians and have a good musical knowledge

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 5 March

Culture Liverpool delivers world class culture, major international sporting events, unforgettable experiences, and city defining moments that bring people together, tell Liverpool’s stories, and showcase our city on the global stage.

If you want a career where no two days are the same, where creativity meets ambition, and where your work helps shape the cultural and sporting heartbeat of an entire city — this is the place to be. Be part of the team that makes Liverpool shine.

The role:

The role of City Events Manager will provide strategic leadership, technical oversight and expert delivery of all third-party events requiring Land use Agreements or partnership support across Liverpool

Delivery of the City Events Manager role will include leading the assessment, scoping and facilitation of major external events such as Christmas Markets, Africa Oye, Cream, Pride and largescale commercial or cultural showcases

In the role of City Events Manager, you will oversee safety critical planning, operational documentation, risk assessments, crowd management strategies, and ensure all events meet statutory, regulatory and governance requirements

The role of City Events Manager includes acting as a senior liaison point for external organisers, emergency services, blue light partners, internal departments and national event bodies, ensuring Liverpool continues to operate as a world class event destination

Your demonstrable knowledge as a City Events Manager will include technical event operations, licensing, safety standards, public protection, commercial negotiation, emergency planning, procurement oversight and event governance

The role of City Events Manager will also support, inspire and develop the Events and Creative Producing Team, deputise for the Head of City Events where required, and drive innovation, sustainability and social value across all event delivery

Our offer to you:

• At least 31 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 35 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) – option to purchase further days
• Agile working (role dependent) – a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception
• Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme
• Progression – opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
• Health and Wellbeing – offer including Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
• Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme
• Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Employee Volunteering Scheme
• Medicash

Next steps:

Closing date: midnight on Monday 23rd February 2026
Shortlisting date: W/C Monday 2nd March 2026
Interview date: W/C Monday 23rd March or W/C Monday 30th March 2026
Interview type: shortlisted applicants will be asked to submit a task based assessment, successful applicants will be interviewed in person

They reserve the right to close a vacancy early and once the role is closed you will not be able to then complete your application and we will not re-open the role for you to complete your application. They recommend that you complete your application well in advance of the closing date to avoid disappointment.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 23 February

If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact : Susan McAdam, susan.mcadam@liverpool.gov.uk

Culture Liverpool delivers worldclass culture, major international sporting events, unforgettable experiences, and city defining moments that bring people together, tell Liverpool’s stories, and showcase our city on the global stage.

Liverpool was officially recognised as the world’s first “Accelerator City” for climate action under the UN Climate Change Entertainment and Culture for Climate Action (ECCA) programme in September 2024, this role will continue to develop this programme of work across all events.

If you want a career where no two days are the same, where creativity meets ambition, and where your work helps shape the cultural and sporting heartbeat of an entire city — this is the place to be. Be part of the team that makes Liverpool shine.

The role:

• The role of Accelerator City Sustainability Project Manager will provide leadership of the next phase of the Accelerator City sustainability programme, embedding sustainability across all major culture and sports events, including the Tour de France stage finish and UEFA EURO 2028
• Delivery of the Accelerator City Sustainability Project Manager role will include developing and implementing sustainability strategies aligned with Liverpool City Council’s climate and social value priorities, ensuring ISO 20121 compliance and consistent sustainability reporting across all events
• In the role of Accelerator City Sustainability Project Manager you will lead sustainable procurement, waste reduction, energy management, transport planning, accessibility, inclusion and environmental impact reduction across the major events portfolio
• The role of Accelerator City Sustainability Project Manager requires close collaboration with internal teams, governing bodies, event organisers, communities and cultural partners to integrate sustainability into event bidding, planning, delivery and legacy
• Your demonstrable knowledge as an Accelerator City Sustainability Project Manager will include embedding sustainability in largescale events, managing sustainability KPIs and reporting frameworks, advising organisers on sustainable best practice, and ensuring compliance with environmental legislation
• The role of Accelerator City Sustainability Project Manager will also involve supporting delivery teams, managing suppliers and contractors, contributing to long term legacy planning, and promoting Liverpool’s sustainability leadership locally, nationally and internationally

This post is fixed term for the purpose of delivering the 2026 – 2028 culture and sports event programme and will end October 2028.

Our offer to you:

• At least 30 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 34 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) – option to purchase further days
• Agile working (role dependent) – a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception
• Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme
• Progression – opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
• Health and Wellbeing – offer including Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
• Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme
• Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Employee Volunteering Scheme
• Medicash

Next steps:

Closing date: midnight on Monday 23rd February 2026
Shortlisting date: W/C Monday 2nd March 2026
Interview date: W/C Monday 23rd March or W/C Monday 30th March 2026
Interview type: shortlisted applicants will be asked to submit a task based assessment, successful applicants will be interviewed in person

They reserve the right to close a vacancy early and once the role is closed you will not be able to then complete your application and we will not re-open the role for you to complete your application. They recommend that you complete your application well in advance of the closing date to avoid disappointment.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 23 February

If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact : Susan McAdam, susan.mcadam@liverpool.gov.uk

Culture Liverpool delivers world class culture, major international sporting events, unforgettable experiences, and city defining moments that bring people together, tell Liverpool’s stories, and showcase our city on the global stage.

From globally recognised cultural celebrations to major sporting spectacles we deliver world renowned events and create experiences that inspire pride and connect communities.

This role will be at the heart of bidding for future events and is critical to delivering the existing event portfolio which includes a ground-breaking inclusive multisport and cultural festival, hosting the stage 2 finish of the Tour de France and being a UEFA EURO 2028 host city.

If you want to shape the cultural and sporting heartbeat of an entire city — this is the place to be. Be part of the team that makes Liverpool shine.

The role:

• The role of Major Sports Events Manager will provide leadership and operational delivery for key major sporting events across Liverpool and the Liverpool City Region, including Stage 2 finish of the Tour de France in 2027
• Delivery of the Major Sports Events Manager role will include leading Host City planning, managing events specific workstreams and ensuring all commitments to partners, governing bodies and stakeholders are met to the highest standard
• In the role of Major Sports Events Manager, you will support major event bidding, contribute to the 10year Major Sports Event Strategy and manage relationships with partners such as National Governing Bodies, UK Sport and international federations
• The role of Major Sports Events Manager requires strong project leadership, effective stakeholder management and the ability to deliver high profile events that ensure worldclass athlete, spectator and resident experiences
• Your demonstrable knowledge as a Major Sports Events Manager will include project and events management, budget management, event governance, operational planning, bidding, and managing freelance event teams
• The role of Major Sports Events Manager will also support the governance of Sport Liverpool Board, oversee day to day delivery of allocated events, deputise for the Head of Major Sports Events where required and ensure sustainability, accessibility and social value are embedded into all planning

This post is fixed term for the purpose of delivering the 2026 – 2028 culture and sports event programme and will end October 2028.

Our offer to you:

• At least 31 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 35 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) – option to purchase further days
• Agile working (role dependent) – a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception
• Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme
• Progression – opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
• Health and Wellbeing – offer including Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
• Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme
• Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Employee Volunteering Scheme
• Medicash

Next steps:

Closing date: midnight on Monday 23rd February 2026
Shortlisting date: W/C Monday 2nd March 2026
Interview date: W/C Monday 23rd March or W/C Monday 30th March 2026
Interview type: shortlisted applicants will be asked to submit a task based assessment, successful applicants will be interviewed in person

They reserve the right to close a vacancy early and once the role is closed you will not be able to then complete your application and we will not re-open the role for you to complete your application.  They recommend that you complete your application well in advance of the closing date to avoid disappointment.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 23 February

If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact : Susan McAdam, susan.mcadam@liverpool.gov.uk

Culture Liverpool delivers worldclass culture, major international sporting events, unforgettable experiences, and city defining moments that bring people together, tell Liverpool’s stories, and showcase our city on the global stage.

If you want a career where no two days are the same, where creativity meets ambition, and where your work helps shape the cultural and sporting heartbeat of an entire city — this is the place to be. Be part of the team that makes Liverpool shine.

The role:

• The role of Accessibility Project Manager (Culture and Sports Events) will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure that Liverpool’s major culture and sports events are inclusive, accessible, and compliant with relevant legislation
•  Delivery of the Accessibility Project Manager (Culture and Sports Events) role will include embedding accessibility into event bidding, planning, infrastructure design, transport coordination, and event day delivery for major projects such as the brand new inclusive multisport and cultural festival, the Tour de France stage finish and UEFA EURO 2028
•  In the role of Accessibility Project Manager (Culture and Sports Events) you will lead the development of accessibility audits, action plans, and reporting frameworks, ensuring a consistent and measurable approach to accessibility across all Culture Liverpool events
• The role of Accessibility Project Manager (Culture and Sports Events) will involve working closely with internal teams, event organisers, artists, athletes, governing bodies, and disability advocacy groups to ensure inclusive design and equitable access for all audiences and participants
• Your demonstrable knowledge as an Accessibility Project Manager (Culture and Sports Events) will include experience delivering accessible practices, engaging diverse communities, managing accessibility budgets, developing KPIs, and ensuring events meet best practice accessibility standards
• The role of Accessibility Project Manager (Culture and Sports Events) will also require onsite leadership of volunteers, contractors, and suppliers, supporting accessible transport planning, health and safety compliance, and post event accessibility evaluation

This post is fixed term for the purpose of delivering the 2026 – 2028 culture and sports event programme and will end October 2028.

Our offer to you:

• At least 30 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 35 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) – option to purchase further days
• Agile working (role dependent) – a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception
• Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme
• Progression – opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
• Health and Wellbeing – offer including Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
• Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme
• Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Employee Volunteering Scheme
• Medicash

Next steps:

Closing date: midnight on Monday 23rd February 2026
Shortlisting date: W/C Monday 2nd March 2026
Interview date: W/C Monday 23rd March or W/C Monday 30th March 2026
Interview type: shortlisted applicants will be asked to submit a task based assessment, successful applicants will be interviewed in person

They reserve the right to close a vacancy early and once the role is closed you will not be able to then complete your application and we will not re-open the role for you to complete your application.  They recommend that you complete your application well in advance of the closing date to avoid disappointment.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 23 February

If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact : Susan McAdam, susan.mcadam@liverpool.gov.uk

The Head of Visitor Services provides strategic leadership for all front-facing services at Storyhouse and Grosvenor Park Open Air Theare (GPOAT), including visitor services, cinema operations and retail and merchandise.

The role exists to ensure that every interaction with audiences, corporate clients, venue hirers, artists and partners is consistently welcoming, inclusive, accessible and safe, while actively maximising income through high-quality service, effective operational planning and the development of a strong retail and visitor offer.

With a strong focus on continuous improvement, the Head of Visitor Services sets and champions high standards of customer care, presentation and operational delivery across the building and public spaces. A central responsibility of the role is to champion access and inclusion, ensuring that disabled people and those with additional access requirements experience Storyhouse as welcoming, barrier-free and responsive to their needs.

As a member of the Extended Leadership Team, they embed a culture of professionalism, accountability and pride, ensuring that visitor and client experience contributes directly to audience loyalty, repeat business and long-term relationships, while always reflecting Storyhouse’s values and commitment to equity and inclusion.

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 2 March