Garsington Opera is seeking a Projects' Officer to support all aspects of the L&P programme over the busy summer season with a specific focus on the OperaFirst schools' project and Youth Company production. The role will report to the Head of Learning & Participation and work closely with the Learning & Participation Producer and Youth Company Manager. The full job pack can be found here: https://garsington-opera-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2024/12/LP-Projects-Officer.pdf Essential Provide administrative support to all GO Participate (GOP) programmes Ensure all documentation follows the Garsington Opera protocol The closing date for applications is 9am on Tuesday 7 January 2025 and should be submitted via email to [email protected] CVs should include: • Details of relevant achievements and experience as well as educational and professional qualifications • Contact details including day and evening telephone/mobile numbers. Your covering letter should: • Be no longer than one page • Summarise why you are interested in this post • Highlight any relevant experience • Detail your notice period (if any) Successful applicants will be contacted and invited for interview. If you have not heard from us by Friday 10 January you should assume that your application has not been successful. We are also unable to give feedback on applications that do not reach the interview stage. First round interviews will take place week commencing Monday 13 January 2025Job Summary
Job Description
This is a full-time role which includes some evening and weekend work. The role will be based at Garsington Studios (with the potential of some hybrid working) with the exception of a number of in-school workshops in and around Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.Job Requirements
Experience of working with children
Understanding of Safeguarding protocols
Understanding of the school environment and the needs of teachers
Excellent communication and people skills
Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail
Excellent Microsoft Office (Word/Excel) skills
Desirable
Experience of working in the Arts
Knowledge of SharePoint
Knowledge of Tessitura
Knowledge of the Arts Award
Understanding and enjoyment of opera/the Arts
Ability to read musicJob Responsibilities
Support the creative teams at in-school workshops
Support the Youth Company Manager on all rehearsal and performance days
Support all other GOP events
Coordinate Youth Company alumni events
Assist with the administration of DBS certification
Assist with the project evaluation and work with Garsington Opera staff and external evaluators to supply requested information
Maintain an up-to-date database of all creative personnel, company members and schools
Update and maintain database of community members
Sort and create a catalogue of L&P props, costumes and resources
Assist with the administration of the Arts Award.
Organise resources for projects where required
Maintain accurate records and ensure all documentation is saved securely in the Garsington SharePoint folders and visible for all members of the teamUseful Links
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