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Learning & Participation Projects Officer (Fixed Term Contract), Garsington Opera

  •  East
  •  Â£25k-30k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes January 6, 2026
  •  Claire Judd
  •  claire@garsingtonopera.org
  • #Performing arts

Description

Job Summary

Garsington Opera is seeking a Projects Officer to support all aspects of the L&P programme over the busy summer season. The role will report to the Head of Learning & Participation and work closely with the Learning & Participation Coordinator and Youth Company Manager.

Job Description

Full details for this role can be found here:

https://garsington-opera-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2025/12/LP-projects-officer.pdf

Job Requirements

Essential

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 music.

Job Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative support to all GO Participate (GOP) programmes
  • support the creative teams at in-school workshops
  • support all other GOP events such as Discovery workshops, OperaFirst performances, Youth Company rehearsals and performance
  • assist with Youth Company alumni events
  • assist with the administration of DBS certification
  • assist with 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
  • assist with the administration of the Arts Award.
  • general administration

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How to Apply

The closing date for applications is 9am on Tuesday 6 January and a CV and cover letter should be submitted via email to [email protected].

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