Community Post Type: Jobs

Closing date – 10 April 2024
Yearly salary – £24,960
Department: Facilities
Locations: Aviva Studios
Employment type: Full-time

Please feel free to contact us at recruitment@factoryinternational.org if you require any support in completing your application

The Facilities Management Technicians will provide a varied, wide ranging and comprehensive service to help keep Factory International’s brand new building well maintained, safe, clean and accessible. Under the direction of the Facilities Manager and Deputy Facilities Manager, the Technicians will help all users of our fantastic building.

To apply, see here

Closing date: 10 April

PERFORMING ARTS TEACHERS of Liverpool! The Pauline Quirke Academy is currently recruiting teaching staff for their new weekend performing arts Academy in Liverpool.

We are looking specifically for an experience Musical Theatre teacher – able to incorporate teaching of singing, dancing and acting into their classes from week to week.

Brilliant, inspirational and energetic, you will instil your passion for the performing arts into the hearts and minds of the young people who attend our academies. Applicants should have experience both in professional performing arts, and working with children and young people aged 4-18. PQA Liverpool offers an attractive rate of pay £75.

To apply, see here

Closing date: 29 March

esea contemporary is the UK’s only non-profit art centre specialising in presenting and platforming artists and art practices that identify with and are informed by East and Southeast Asian (ESEA) cultural backgrounds.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and driven Chief Operating Officer (COO) to work closely with the Director in the strategic management and operations of the organisation. The COO will play a key role in delivering effective procedures for operations management, finance, commercial affairs, legal matters, and human resources for the organisation. The COO will embody and lead a work method that is strategic, collaborative, inclusive, and will build positive relationships with colleagues, artists, audiences, and a diverse range of regional, national, and international stakeholders.

To apply, see here

Closing date: 2 April

Blaze is an arts organisation in Burnley that supports young people across Lancashire to develop their confidence, creativity and transferable skills through youth led creative projects.

We are a dynamic and ambitious organisation that works with young people (aged 13 – 25) in their communities to deliver a broad range of activity. In recent years we have supported young people to produce their own exhibitions, publications, events and Burnley’s first town centre Pride Parade. Youth Voice is embedded throughout our organisation and over 50% of our trustees are aged under 30.

As the Programme Manager at Blaze you will work closely with the Director and take responsibility for planning, implementing and evaluating all of our day to day activity. You will sometimes work directly with young people aged 13 – 25 and you will regularly manage and collaborate with freelance practitioners.

To apply, see here

Closing date: 7 April

Amani Creatives CIC will be delivering an exciting project over 18 months to explore and gather naming traditions and heritage from the Congolese and African diaspora community in and around Manchester.

The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded a

£77,457 grant for the project, thanks to money raised by National Lottery players.

The ambition of the project is to uncover and record naming stories from the African diaspora community, create portraits that explain this heritage as an exhibition, presented physically and digitally, to share the heritage further afield as well as archive the information for future generations to access.

The project aims to engage people around Manchester from the African diaspora, connect with our international partner DRC Museum to support in translations and explaining the heritage, and add to the Manchester Archives and RACE Archives to extend their representation of ethnically diverse heritage that makes up the population around Manchester.

The project will be spread over 18 months, to:

– Recruit volunteers to interview people in the community and collect their sayings and narratives

– Train volunteers in oral history recording, supported by Ahmed Iqbal Centre’s oral history experts

– Create documentation of the project including photographs, portraits, videos and audio recordings

– Share the heritage through a mixed digital and physical photo exhibition at Manchester City Library, a printed and animated booklet, with a celebratory launch event

– Archive the documentation with Ahmed Iqbal Ullah RACE Centre archives at Manchester City Library

– Involve local African diaspora groups around Manchester

– Involve the community of African artists in our region already connected to Amani Creatives

– Involve individual African residents in our region already connected to Amani Creatives

To be considered for the role, please submit your CV (and cover letter is optional) via email to treasurer.amanicreatives@gmail.com

Closing date: 26 March

Walk the Plank is one of the UK’s leading outdoor arts organisations with a reputation for creating innovative productions and performances which engage artists and communities in a wide range of outdoor settings.

Walk the Plank’s track record of making work that engages citizens in public celebration is founded on ambitious creativity that connects with ordinary people. From fire gardens and site- responsive installations to parades and festivals, the company consistently attracts acclaim and showcases talent. To explore what we do, have a look at our showreel.

WHAT IS AN EMERGING CREATIVE?

Emerging Creatives are people interested in working in the creative industries who are at, or near the beginning of their career in the arts.

We are particularly interested in candidates with links to Rochdale and Salford due to projects in these boroughs, but applicants from across Greater Manchester are welcome.

We are looking to develop the next generation of creative practitioners, especially candidates who:

• Are finding that the way things are set up is making it hard to get training or experience, or a foot in the door.
• Didn’t get to University, want to go to University or didn’t complete a University course.
• Are not seeing people like themselves in the sector, or working in TV, film and theatre.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS

Are you:

• Interested in working in the arts, cultural events, and the creative industries?
• In the early stages of a career?
• Able to get on with a variety of people of different ages and from diverse backgrounds?
• Able to work on your own and as part of a team?
• Willing to use Microsoft Office software; Word, PowerPoint, Outlook?
• Able to travel to M6 6WF in Salford?

Finally, are you:

• Out of full-time education?
• Legally allowed to work in the UK.

Please read the full https://walktheplank.cdn.prismic.io/walktheplank/Ze735kmNsf2sHfwe_EmergingCreativeJobDescription2024.pdf – job description before applying.

To apply, see here

Closing date: 15 April

The Finance Officer is responsible for maintaining and monitoring efficient financial systems and controls and legally compliant financial records and reports.

MAIN DUTIES 

Accounting Duties 

• To ensure that all work meets recognised accounting standards and to keep up to date with best accounting practice. 
• To process and make weekly payment run and other banking transactions. 
• To produce full monthly and annual accounting reports including Trial Balance, Profit and Loss Account, Balance Sheet, Creditors and Debtors Analysis, Cash Flow forecasts and Nominal Activity and Balances. 
• To assist the Head of Finance with the production of a full set of monthly Management Accounts. Liaising with Budget Holders to update the forecast of each budget spending and cash flow. 
• To liaise with the Company’s Accountants and Auditors ensuring the satisfactory provision of all accounting information and support to enable a satisfactory Audit and Financial statement of accounts Report. 
• To conduct regular meetings with budget holders to ensure they supply and are supplied with up-to-date expenditure, income and forecast figures. 
• To work with the Development department to support income development and financial reporting to stakeholders. 
• To provide project analysis and costing exercises as and when required 
• To upkeep a restricted funds analysis whilst liaising with the development team. 
• To prepare and update fixed asset and depreciation records, asset sales and disposals together with inventory checks at year-end. 
• To process and submit quarterly VAT returns. Provide and monitor quarterly Income and Expenditure reports regarding VAT to comply with HM Customs regulation. 
• Responsible for the monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet items including Bank accounts, Credit cards, VAT Liability, Pension, Accruals, and prepayments etc.  
• To have responsibility for Petty Cash to ensure that all entries, records, and all receipted transactions comply with Inland Revenue dispensation.  
• To record financial information and make payments related to the Stakeholder Pension Scheme and membership.  
• Responsible for the management, reconciliation and collection of cash floats and banking of cheques 

Payments and Receipts 

• To maintain all monthly journals, cash book payments and receipts, and monthly bank reconciliations 
• To maintain and control all Purchase invoices and records ensuring appropriate Purchase Orders have been raised and authorised by Budget Holders and accurate cost allocations assigned as outlined in the procurement policy within the financial handbook. 
• To maintain and post records of all Company Credit card transactions, ensuring appropriate receipts and nominal codes accompany statements. 
• To ensure the timely payment of creditor invoices with appropriate Budget Holders approval and within agreed settlement terms. 
• To arrange all foreign payments to artists, galleries etc ensuring relevant budget holder approvals 
• To issue debtor invoices as and when required from the Development team and pursuing late settlements and credit control 

Internal and External Lines of Communication 

• The Finance Officer meets weekly with the Head of Finance, and regularly with each of the budget holders. 
• The Finance Officer is the central point of contact for banking, payments to suppliers and accountants. 
• Weekly work planning and review meeting with line manager.  

Miscellaneous 

• Attend the weekly team meeting 
• Attend training and professional development opportunities as required. 
• Work within the context of Liverpool Biennial’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion policy, Code of Conduct, Sustainability policy and other policies in delivery of internal and external service and treatment of colleagues, partners and participants. 
• Other duties as required, commensurate with the nature and responsibility level of the role. 

 

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Essential: 

• Minimum 2 years in similar role 
• Accountancy qualification such as AAT or equivalent 
• Proficient in using QuickBooks  
• Ability to work on own initiative 
• Demonstrable computer skills – Proficient in use of all Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel 
• Excellent organisation skills and the ability to prioritise a varied and often urgent workload from a variety of sources 
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and produce a large quantity of work to a high standard 
• Attention to detail and commitment to a high degree of accuracy and an ability to work to set procedures. 
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality Strong team ethic with the ability to work independently  
• Demonstrable understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion 
• Demonstrable commitment to environmental sustainability 

Desirable: 

• 2 A-levels or B-TEC equivalent 
• AAT part-qualified 
• Great problem-solving abilities 
• Knowledge of Liverpool City Region, and Liverpool Biennial 
• Experience of working in an arts or charity environment 

 

Download our Job Information Pack to find out more and apply here.

Heart of Glass is looking for a Chair / Co-Chair to effectively lead our board, managing the Chief Executive and representing the organisation as an ambassador and advocate.

Title

Chair / Co-Chair of the Board of Trustees – one (Chair) or two (Co-Chair) positions available

Salary

Voluntary unpaid role (travel and other reasonable expenses will be reimbursed)

Tenure

Four year term with up to two terms being served

Location

We strongly encourage applicants from the North West, but location should not be considered a barrier to applying

Apply by

Wednesday 1st May 2024

Commitment

Five board meetings a year (usually in person, occasionally virtually). Currently we meet on a Wednesday evening (5pm – 7pm) in February, May, July (online), October and December, this includes one Board/Staff Development Day (in person, usually in October), plus occasional extra meetings.

Additional meetings with the CEO/Executive Team as needed.

Occasional sub-committees or working groups (held virtually/hybrid).

About the role

As Chair/Co-Chair for Heart of Glass you will support the other trustees and the senior leadership team to shape our vision and mission, track our progress on achieving our strategic goals and ensure that we are compliant with all legal and regulatory requirements. You will also be our sounding board and critical friend, bringing your skills and experience into conversations to help us shape our organisation for the better.

Key responsibilities:

Board of Trustees leadership

• Lead the Board, set its agenda, ensure legal and financial governance duties are met effectively and keep in touch with the organisation and its activities.
• Convene and lead board meetings and attend working groups.
• Ensure the effectiveness of individual trustees and the Board as a whole in all areas and responsibilities.
• Champion our Equity, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Environmental Responsibility commitments and actions.

Stakeholder management

• Build and maintain positive relationships across the Board, Executive team and with key external stakeholders, including existing and potential funders.
• Represent the organisation at outside events, be an ambassador, advocate and spokesperson for the Board, and represent the organisation, together with the Executive Team.
• Support the Executive Team in fundraising and encourage Trustees to do so.

Organisational governance

• Support the Charity’s vision and strategy and monitor its implementation, together with the senior executive team and the rest of the Board.
• Line manage the CEO and work closely with them, and the Executive Director.
• Ensure timely and effective succession planning of Board members, Executive Team and other key roles.

How to apply

The closing date for applications for this role is Wednesday 1st May 2024.

If you would like to be considered for the role(s) please send us:

your detailed and up-to-date CV; and

a supporting statement that addresses why you would like to be our new Chair/Co-Chair, and what skills and experience you will bring to the role.

We are happy to receive the above information in a format that suits you, be that written or audio.

Completed applications should be submitted to recruitment@heartofglass.org.uk by the closing date.

Informal chat

Keen to find out more before you apply?

Our CEO Patrick Fox and current Chair Joanna Rowlands can be available for informal discussion with potential applicants. You will be able to ask questions or hear a bit more about our work and how you could be involved. We are offering 12th April as a potential date for further discussion but will do our best to accommodate other requests. Please be aware that outside of this date (April 12th), discussions may need to be undertaken separately with our CEO and Chair due to diary availability.

Do let us know if you have any access requirements.

Some additional dates for consideration

If appointed include the following:

June 1-1 with the current Chair / CEO to be arranged at an agreed time.
Attendance as an Observer to Online Board Meeting – 31st July .
Attendance and participation at our Board / Staff Away Day on 9th October which will take place all day at a location in Merseyside.
Take up the role of Chair at AGM on 4th December Board Meeting with formal handover.

Download the recruitment pack or listen to the audio described recruitment pack here:

https://www.heartofglass.org.uk/about/opportunities/chair-co-chairs-of-the-board-of-trustees

Next steps

When you have applied we will send you our equal opportunities monitoring form for you to complete. The information on the form will be treated as confidential, and used for statistical purposes only. The form will not be treated as part of your application.

We will notify applicants by 10th May if selected for interview, and we are proposing to hold interviews on 22nd May in a location in Merseyside, or remotely if requested. All costs associated with attending the interview will be covered by Heart of Glass.

RAWD are on the lookout for 8 disabled artists to join them on their brand new training programme.

Role Overview:

This paid opportunity will offer training in workshop leading and inclusive arts.

The programme will consist of:

• Group workshop days
• One to one mentoring
• Practical experience
• Accredited training

Through a diverse offer of activities the training programme has a strong focus on access, education and disabled employment.

Activities include:

• Access Toolkit Seminar from RAWD
• Inclusivity training sessions from UK prestigious theatre organisations
• Online Accredited Training
• Accredited Makaton Taster Workshop from Matthew Davidson
• Peer to peer Skill sharing
• & more tbc!

Fees:
Total fee – £1740

Fees for trainees are taken by the minimum fees stated by the Independent Theatre Council (ITC). (£120 full day, £75 half day)

If you’re on receipt of any benefits then please contact us via phone or whatsapp on 07588754325 / email hello@rawdproject.co.uk

Training Programme Schedule:

6 Group Training Sessions: 10.30am – 4pm
Saturday 20th, Sunday 21st April, Saturday 27th, Sunday 28th April, Saturday 1st June, Saturday 27th July

8 weeks of work experience:
6th May – 19th July
2.5 hour session per week x 8 weeks
Monday evenings, Wednesday day times or Friday day times
(TBC inline with Trainee availability)

4 weeks of leading outreach workshops:
5th – 31st August
2 hour session x 4 weeks
Dates/times TBC inline with Trainee availability

Group Evaluation session: 10.30am – 4pm
Saturday 7th September

About RAWD:
RAWD (Random Acts of Wildness Disability) is North-West based organisation dedicated to helping disabled people grow through life and art by:

• Inclusive weekly theatre based sessions
• Professional theatre touring
• Individual professional development
• Training
• Accessible social events
• Creative access consultancy

Through weekly sessions in Merseyside & Cheshire, RAWD have created a consistent community of disabled artists (over 80) who are passionate about producing work in the north-west and beyond.

Application process:
In a short video, answer the 3 following questions. Get creative! We want to get a flavour of who you are?

Questions:
1. Tell us a bit about yourself and what you are interested in artistically?

2. Why are you interested in working with disabled people in a leadership role? Including those who are learning disabled, neurodiverse, D/deaf, visually impaired or physically disabled.

3. How will this programme contribute to your future career in facilitation, leadership and/or the arts industry?

Please send your video & tell us about your access requirements* for the programme in an email to hello@rawdproject.co.uk

*Do you require any access support on the programme? If yes, please specify what kind of support you need. E.g. access support worker, BSL interpreter etc

Get in touch:
If you need any support or want to talk through anything about your application contact us via phone or whatsapp via 07588 754325 / email hello@rawdproject.co.uk

Recruitment schedule:
Application Deadline: Monday 25th March 2024 5pm
Interviews: Tuesday 2nd, Wednesday 3rd and Thursday 4th April 2024

For more information and to download the application pack visit the RAWD website.

Job Title: Access Coordinator

Role overview:

The Access Coordinator will be responsible for identifying and finding solutions to removing barriers to access and inclusion for disabled artists.

The role will involve coordinating access work across:

-Weekly drama sessions
-Training programmes
-Individual mentoring
-Access support work with individuals

Fees/Contract:

20 hours per week
£18 per hour
12 month contract

Duties:

-Oversee and manage all aspects of access administration related to RAWD’s delivery.
-Coordinate access work for Drama sessions, Training programs, Individual mentoring, and Access support for individuals.
-Liaise with support staff, interpreters, creative enablers.
-Provide pastoral wellbeing support to trainees, addressing any emotional or personal challenges related to their participation.
-Coordinate travel and ensure venue suitability.
-Actively engage with workshop participants, ensuring their inclusion, comfort, and meaningful involvement by coordinating access measures, providing support, and fostering a positive and inclusive workshop environment.
-Managing the personal access costs budget in collaboration with Creative Producer.
-Advocate for the needs of individuals requiring access support within the organisation.
-Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
-Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in access support services.
-Support with creative monitoring and take an active part in evaluation processes, working in partnership with a social researcher.

Person Specification (Skills and experience):

Essential

-Are a passionate advocate for accessibility and inclusivity, committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all individuals within the organisation.
-Have excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, coordinate events, and ensure the smooth execution of access-related activities.
-Have excellent verbal and written communication styles
-Hold an Enhanced DBS and Safeguarding Level 2

Desirable

-Safeguarding Level 3
-Mental Health first aid
-Driving licence

Additional Information:

-We actively encourage applications from people who identify as Disabled and those from other protected characteristic backgrounds.
-Suitable for hybrid work, hours will need to be flexible across the course of the contract.
-The individual will need to travel to RAWD HQ in Liverpool regularly for meetings reporting directly to the Creative Producer
-RAWD delivery venues are in Liverpool, Ellesmere Port, Chester.
-The successful applicant must have access to a personal laptop/computer.
-This is a freelance position, you would be expected to pay your own tax & national insurance.

About RAWD:

RAWD (Random Acts of Wildness Disability) is dedicated to helping disabled people grow through life and art by:
-Inclusive Weekly theatre based sessions
-Professional theatre touring
-Individual professional development
-Training
-Accessible social events
-Creative access consultancy
Through weekly sessions in Merseyside & Cheshire RAWD have created a community of disabled artists (over 80) who are passionate about producing work in Merseyside and beyond.

Application process:
Apply by sending CV and responses to the following 3 questions to hello@rawdproject.co.uk.

Please answer the following three questions in whatever form suits you best.
-Written response
-Audio or video recording

Questions:
1. Why do you want this role with RAWD?
2. How have you previously demonstrated your passion for accessibility and inclusivity, especially within the context of arts and theatre?
3. Can you provide examples of how you’ve managed multiple tasks and coordinated events to ensure the smooth execution of access-related activities in a previous position?

Do you require any access support? If yes, please specify what kind of support you need for this role.

Get in touch:
If you need any support or want to talk through anything about your application contact us via phone or whatsapp via 07588 754325 / email hello@rawdproject.co.uk

Recruitment schedule:
Application Deadline – Thursday 28th March 2024 5pm
Interviews – Tuesday 2nd, Wednesday 3rd and Thursday 4th April 2024
Role Starts – wc 8th April 2024