Creative Learning Manager

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1 Job Description Person Specification May 2018 glive.co.uk hqtheatres.com The UK s premier provider of live entertainment and hospitality

2 is one 12 venues within HQ Theatres & Hospitality s (HQT&H) current portfolio of regional theatres and concert halls. HQT&H currently manages 18 auditoria on behalf of local authorities, with capacities ranging from a 200 seat arts centre to a 2,400 seated/standing theatre. Last year HQT&H programmed a total of 2,354 shows which attracted attendances of over 1.5 million. HQ Theatres & Hospitality (HQT&H), the UK s second-largest venue operator, is a division of Qdos Entertainment Ltd, one of the largest entertainment Groups in Europe. Located in the heart of the prosperous Guildford town centre, is a remarkably flexible venue capable of accommodating the varied needs of professional touring shows and local community organisations, as well as being a vital linchpin within Guildford s business and leisure tourism offer. The Main Hall is a highly flexible space with a seated capacity of 1,031 rising to 1,700 in standing format. It has class-leading acoustics, excellent technical facilities and is highly accessible. The venue includes the Bellerby Studio and the Glass Room (both 100 capacity) and a range of meeting and function rooms. Employment type: Salary: Hours: Work location: Purpose of the role: Our ideal candidate: For an informal discussion contact: Part time, permanent 26,000 p.a. pro rata 28/32 per week over 5 days out of 7, subject to variation to meet business requirements. Working hours may include evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays. The post attracts no additional payments for overtime or late working. You will be based at, London Road, Guildford and may be required to travel to and work at other HQT&H venues. Approved travel expenses will be reimbursed. Managing, monitoring and delivering programmes of work relating to department strands, principally concerning work with young people and their families. The post holder contributes to the success of the venue through the management of all aspects of s creative learning programme. The is responsible for all participatory aspects of the programme, so as to support achievement of agreed targets, standards and objectives. A can-do positive professional with practical delivery experience, great people skills, planning skills and a strong access focus to achieve exciting creative targets. Tim Brinkman, Director tbrinkman@glive.co.uk Closing date: 12 noon 18 June 2018 How to apply: Complete the HQ Application Form available at glive.co.uk and submit with a covering letter to tbrinkman@glive.co.uk. Tell us why you think you are suited to this role, why it interests you and how we ll benefit from having you on board. Enclose a CV too if you wish.

3 REPORTING You will report to the Theatre Director. You will line manage casual staff, sessional staff, practitioners, volunteers, artists, interns and young producers. ACCOUNTABILITIES 1. The proposal, development, management and maintenance of an exciting, ambitious and original creative learning programmes for, with the objective of ensuring that the venue is fully and imaginatively used, so as to secure maximum participation by members of the community 2. With other management colleagues, contribute as required by the Theatre Director to the formulation of s annual business plans and budgets; and to the setting of annual and periodic business and service targets and objectives 3. Management of s Access programme, including but not limited to leading the Access Champions Forum and driving the Attitude is Everything programme 4. Maintaining an active invigorating Schools Partnership programme 5. Maintaining the Creative Company young producers scheme 6. Arranging an annual programme of family orientated performances in the Studio Theatre 7. Creating and running workshops that engage the community in active performing arts activities particularly in the holidays for families in and around Guildford 8. Maintenance of strong partnerships with key stakeholders from the local community including, but not limited to, Guildford Borough Council, formal and informal education sector organisations, arts and non-arts organisations 9. Represent with creative learning partners attending meetings such as the TYA Programmers Forum and the House Forums 10. Identification and execution of marketing activity specifically aimed at building audiences for s Creative Learning programme, in partnership with the Marketing Team 11. Management of in-house productions and workshop programmes for young people, including the management of project budgets and the maintenance of sound financial records 12. Recruitment, induction, training, motivation and performance management within budget of Creative Learning staff, creative teams/practitioners, volunteers and artists, to ensure that their performance contributes to the achievement of s Creative Learning quality, service and business targets 13. Management of work experience and internship programmes at, in line with the Theatre s business, service and quality targets 14. Development and management (within budget and on target) of a public access programme to, including, but not limited to, pre and post show talks, tours and open access events 15. Contribution to the development and management of Health and Safety at Work policies at, ensuring that all Creative Learning staff, visiting artistes and creative personnel, volunteers and work experience students are fully briefed and (where appropriate) trained in line with Health and Safety policies 16. Ensuring that the Creative Learning Department conforms to all legal and regulatory controls and measures which are related to any area of the Post holder s accountabilities, particularly in relevance to working with young people 17. Act as Safeguarding Officer on behalf of

4 OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The post holder will: 1. Dress in accordance with Company uniform policy and wear protective clothing as issued, if applicable; 2. Attend meetings as required and if required take notes; 3. Undertake any relevant training and development that may be required and keep abreast of developments in his/her field of expertise; 4. Carry out any other duties as required from time to time, taking into consideration the grade of the post and the capabilities of the post holder; 5. Undertake Duty Management shifts from time to time as required to ensure the building can operate during Creative Learning activities. This Job Description is not an exhaustive description of your duties. You will be required to adopt a flexible approach to your role and responsibilities. In particular, from time to time, you may be required to undertake such alternative or additional duties as may be commensurate with your skills, experience and capabilities.

5 PERSONAL SPECIFICATION Experience Evidence of personal achievement of excellence in developing and managing participatory programmes relating to the performing arts Proven success in recruiting, leading and managing the performance of a team of creative learning staff, creative teams/practitioners, volunteers and artists Experience of working with young people Experience in facilitation and delivery of projects Experience of project management Experience of successfully managing relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, e.g. local authority, suppliers, promoters and corporate and community partners Skills Excellent literacy, IT literacy, and numeracy High level communication skills (written and spoken) and an excellent manner An understanding of legislation relevant to the involvement of young people and vulnerable people Good budgetary and financial acumen including budget writing, P&L control, analysis and reporting Strong people skills, with the ability to inspire and develop a team Ability to work effectively as part of a team Proven ability to work collaboratively with industry/educational partners Able to work in a very fast -paced environment and juggle a number of priorities Attitude An ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure Demonstrable enthusiasm for live theatre A can-do, positive attitude Diplomatic An inspiring, professional manner Positive and creative approach to problem solving Flexible approach to duties and working hours and a willingness to work un-social hours A willingness to undertake developmental opportunities Desirable An interest in and experience of access issues Experience in mid-scale venue based working A working knowledge of the education system and curriculum An interest in new and developing performance Experience programming performances for families and young people Experienced in risk assessment writing and review