We are seeking an experienced freelance event and engagement specialist to lead the planning and delivery of a National Lottery-funded winter festival for tenants with learning disabilities, autism and other additional needs. The event should be welcoming, accessible and enjoyable, while creating meaningful opportunities for tenants to share their views and experiences. Working with a small Zetetick delivery group, the freelancer will take day-to-day ownership of planning and coordination, with a strong focus on accessibility, inclusion, safeguarding and practical delivery. Hours: Up to 20 days between September and early December Essential Proven experience of planning and delivering events or engagement activities. Experience of directly engaging with people with learning disabilities and autistic people, supporting them to have their say and understanding different communication, sensory and support needs. Strong communication, relationship-building and organisational skills, with the ability to plan inclusive activities and adapt approaches. Experience coordinating venues, suppliers, logistics and partners, and confidence managing a project independently while working collaboratively. Understanding of safeguarding and safe working practices with adults who may be at risk. For full requirements see job description document. Lead the event plan, timetable, budget and allocation of responsibilities, keeping the Zetetick delivery group updated on progress, risks and decisions. Work with tenants, Housing colleagues and care providers before the event to shape the programme and a meaningful engagement theme using accessible approaches. Source and coordinate the venue, suppliers, activities, catering and other services, ensuring value for money and agreed procurement requirements. Plan transport, accessibility, staffing, safeguarding, insurance, risk management and contingency arrangements. Work with Communications colleagues to develop accessible invitations, information and engagement materials, including Easy Read, visual or supported formats where appropriate. Facilitate or coordinate inclusive engagement on the day, creating clear opportunities for tenant voice, choice and feedback. Capture agreed evidence, feedback and outcomes and provide a short post-event evaluation and recommendations. Please send a short statement outlining your relevant experience and approach, examples of similar work, your proposed day rate or project fee with an estimate of time required up to 20 days, and your availability between appointment and year-end. Closing date: 23:59 11th September 2026 Interviews/conversations: Rolling on receipt of applications Applications: [email protected]Job Description
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