Venue Manager - The Beacon

Location : The Beacon, WantageSalary and grade :

Grade 6 £42,576 to £48,530 paDuration of role :

18 months fixed termHours per week :

37 hours per week, including evenings and weekends on a rota basis

Closing date : 31st December 2024

About the role and what were looking for

The Beacon is a community arts centre in Wantage, managed by the Vale of White Horse District Council. The centre offers multi-purpose spaces which are suitable for a range of hire activities, classes, meetings, as well as a host of professional performances including dance, theatre, music, comedy, conference and cinema.We are seeking a self-motivated, creative, commercially minded and responsible person to lead both the day-to-day operation of The Beacon and, working with the wider Community Arts team, support its development and growth as an important community and cultural asset.

About you

Your essential skills, knowledge and experience

At least 3 years experience of managing a mixed usage venue of similar sizeAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to a variety of audiencesGood IT skills including Microsoft word, excel and email electronic booking systemsAbility to work under pressure, prioritise workload and meet deadlines, with limited supervisionExperience of managing cash and a good understanding of budget managementAn ability and willingness to use your initiative to work effectively and pro-actively as an individual and as part of a busy and committed teamPersonal licence holder and an understanding of the licensing laws (if not an existing personal licence holder you must achieve this qualification within 3 months of appointment)Ability to lift and carry equipmentExperience of managing a bar or catering function, ordering stock and overseeing contractsExperience of operational responsibility for a building, including healthand safety complianceEffective delegation and decision-making skillsUnderstanding of health and safety procedures and risk assessmentsExperience of managing and coordinating events and activitiesNegotiation and influencing skillsExperience in staff line management

Your essential qualifications

3 A levels or equivalent qualification / experiencePersonal licence holder (and willingness to act as DesignatedPremises Supervisor)

If you have the following experience or qualifications

its a bonus

First aid (if not an existing first aider this qualification must be achievedwithin 6 months of appointment)Electronic booking and / or ticketing systemsUnderstanding of lighting and sound equipment, preferably in a theatre style environmentPartnership skills including the ability to consult and liaise effectively, and to build relationships and networks

Experience of running a public venue or barUnderstanding of food hygiene regulationsKnowledge and understanding of working in a local government setting Your style and behavioursWork flexible as shifts can include evenings and weekendsAn enthusiastic and proactive approach to work, with a friendly welcoming manner and an ability to work with a wide variety of peopleCommitment to customer service and continuous improvementCommitment to valuing diversity and equality; respecting customers and colleagues in all relationships and service delivery.

The Benefits We Offer

A basic 25 day annual leave per annum, rising to 30 days after five years. You also have all the bank holidays to look forward to and time off between Christmas and New Year.Flexible working and annualised hours

a flexible approach to work that our employees love!Salary pay awards

most jobs give scope for a pay increase after six months or the following April (depending on your start date) and we also review salaries each April.A generous career average pension scheme which includes life insurance of three times your salaryThe opportunity to purchase a bike through Cyclescheme (cheaper than directly through a store) so that you can cycle to work!Various schemes to keep you healthy (reduced gym membership, free swims, free eye tests for DSE users and more)We give you two days per year to volunteer within the local community.A range of resources, support, and activities to help you maintain your wellbeing including a monthly wellbeing hour in addition to annualised hours (the ability to work flexibly as long as, over the course of the year, you complete your contracted hours) and annual leave.

You may also have experience in the following : Front of House Manager, Visitor Services Manager, Arts Centre Operations Supervisor, Customer Experience Supervisor, Event Operations Coordinator, Venue Operations Manager, Performance Venue Supervisor, Arts Centre Duty Coordinator, Guest Services Coordinator, Theatre Operations Manager, etc.

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