Description
Join this Hastings based arts education charity to manage two beautiful venues where young minds are inspired through arts and creativity.
Are you a master of organisation with a good eye for detail?Do you love the idea of managing two beautiful and inspiring arts spaces where creativity thrives? If so, we have the perfect role for you!
The job:
As our Facilities and Office Manager, you'll be the backbone of The Bright Foundation's operations. You'll oversee the day-to-day running of our two venues:
- Barn Theatre and Museum -showcasing a collection of antique toys and puppets, alongside a 50-seat children's theatre, all set in 24 acres of countryside on outskirts of Hastings
- Benbow Arts Space - a creative hub for young people dedicated to the art of filmmaking located just off the seafront of St Leonards-on-Sea
You will take responsibility for the operations and maintenance of our buildings, grounds and exhibitions. This is a key role ensuring our venues are safe, welcoming and well managed, supporting both day-to-day activities and long term development.
- Experience managing a venue, building, or office.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with excellent organisational skills.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety policy and compliance (or willingness to learn).
- Experience managing people, contractors and budgets.
- A passion for arts, culture, and creativity!
- Keeping our venues safe, welcoming, looking good, and running smoothly.
- Overseeing maintenance, health & safety, and supplier contracts.
- Managing our Caretaker and Groundskeeper and a team of duty managers.
- Supporting events, and managing our pop-up bar/caf .
- Leading on venue hire.
- Keeping internal systems and office management working effectively.
- Helping to shape the future of our venues with exciting new projects!
Why Join Us?
- Work in a dynamic, privately funded, arts charity where creativity and learning take centre stage.
- Be part of a small, passionate team making a big impact.
- Have the freedom to shape and improve how our venues operate.
- Enjoy a competitive salary, 25 days' holiday, and a great working environment.
Deadline: Tuesday 29 April 2025, 9am
Interviews: Wednesday 7 May 2025
To apply, send your CV and a cover letter (max 2 pages) explaining why you want the job and your suitability for the role to [email protected].
Please also complete an online anonymous Equal Opportunities form.