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Dreaming of a career where you can blend your passion for the arts with community engagement? Look no further! SCRUM Theatre is seeking a highly organised and proactive Venue Manager to oversee the maintenance, operations, and safety of our new premises in Hammersmith and build relationships with communities who are underrepresented in the arts. The Venue Manager will play a pivotal role in fostering connections with local community groups in Hammersmith, as well as artists across London. They will also ensure the smooth functioning of all facilities and operations in the building, oversee all security and safety protocols, and manage relationships with stakeholders associated with the building. You’ll also be a key member of SCRUM’s democratic collective of theatremakers, as we build an exciting new theatre company and charity focused on making better theatre in better ways for the future. Individuals who may not yet have experience in the theatre industry are welcome to apply. We have secured a two-year ‘meanwhile’ lease on a premises comprising 4 large rehearsal rooms, two performance spaces, and a shared co-working space. This position is initially contracted for 3 months, with the aim of transitioning into a long-term role within the charity. The Venue Manager will work 3-5 days a week for the first month to help turn an empty space into a vibrant arts hub. Following that, you will work 2-3 days per week to oversee running and maintenance of the building after we open to the public, as well as acting as point person for our booking system, managed in collaboration with Theatre Deli. The total salary over 3 months will range between £4200 and £6600, as well as monthly bonuses of £112.50. (For more info, see "About SCRUM's pay structure" below.) About SCRUM Theatre SCRUM Theatre is a year-old CIO committed to pioneering better standards for making theatre at a time of crisis in the industry, as well as providing free-to-access arts training for under-served communities. We’re a group of 9 interdisciplinary artists, trained at leading theatre schools all over the world, including the Yale School of Drama, École Jacques Lecoq, and Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, with experience in theatre, film and television. We’re championed by an expert team of the country’s leading theatre-makers, including Adrian Lester, Nicholas Hytner, Lyndsey Turner, Declan Donnellan, and Nick Ormerod. Projects in the upcoming year include: - Transforming an empty building in London into a pop-up theatre training hub for developing artists, with a 50-session programme across the year - Touring "Twelfth Night" to community venues in postcodes identified by DCMS and ACE as under-funded for the arts - Delivering our workshops for young artists in each of the communities we visit - Delivering live and digital resources to schools in these target postcodes About SCRUM's pay structure All SCRUM staff are paid the same day rate of £150p/d. Certain roles involve taking responsibility for the charity's KPIs, therefore to reflect the higher level of labour involved, those roles receive a fixed ‘Accountability Bonus’ at the end of each month. These bonuses are taken from a pool allocated by the Board, agreed together by the collective, and reviewed by the collective on a quarterly basis. Job Requirements We are looking for individuals who have one or more of the following qualifications: - Proven experience in facilities management or a related field, with a strong understanding of building systems and maintenance best practices. - Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, or related field. In addition, our Venue Manager should ideally have: - Experience in managing accessible spaces, or a willingness to learn and adapt to support individuals with accessibility needs. - Experience working with community groups or arts outreach programmes, or a genuine interest in engaging with under-served and under-represented communities. - An appreciation for the mission and charitable objectives of SCRUM. - A keenness for collaboration and a desire to work within a collective. - Good organisational and time management skills, with an eagerness to develop these further and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. - Good communication and interpersonal skills, with a readiness to engage effectively with various stakeholders, including staff, tenants, vendors, etc. - An awareness of relevant building regulations and a willingness to learn about compliance standards, including health and safety regulations. - An up-to-date DBS Certificate. The following would be desirable: - Familiarity with the UK theatre industry - Familiarity with Google Workspace - Resident in the Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham - An ability to communicate specialist information in an accessible way to individuals with less expertise Job Responsibilities In the 3-month period of the contract, you will: - Develop and manage relationships with artists and groups from the local community and the Greater London area, with a particular focus on demographics who are under-represented in the theatre. - Oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the building, including plumbing, electrical, and security systems. - Develop and implement maintenance schedules to ensure the cleanliness, safety, and functionality of the building and its facilities. - Coordinate with external hirers and contractors for repairs, renovations, and maintenance projects. - Liaise with landlords to address building-related issues and ensure compliance with lease agreements. - Conduct regular inspections to identify and address any maintenance or safety concerns. - Manage building security protocols, including access control systems, surveillance cameras, and alarm systems. - Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs. - Develop and manage the building's operating budget, including forecasting expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities. - Collaborate with others in SCRUM to ensure that the building meets the needs of staff, tenants, and visitors. - Respond to emergencies and address any issues that may arise outside of regular business hours. - Stay informed about relevant regulations and compliance standards related to building operations and safety. - Arranging front desk staffing and appropriate training for your team. Following the end of the 3-month contract, the Company Artists and Board of Trustees will review the success of the Venue Manager’s projects, and the Venue Manager will give feedback to the Company and Board about their experience in the role, constructive criticisms of the organisation, and plans for how to shape the role in future. Should the Venue Manager, Board, and Company Artists all agree, an extended contract will be offered and the position will transition into a long-term role. How to apply We are interested in applicants from a wide variety of life experiences and skills to join our team. We especially encourage applications from candidates who identify as Global Majority, disabled, and/or LGBTQIA+. To apply, please provide a CV along with a page-length cover letter which details your fit for SCRUM’s values. We also welcome video or audio applications of no more than 5 minutes in length, or any alternative formats that would be more accessible to you. Please note the closing date for applications is Monday 29th April 2024.

Acadevate has an exciting opportunity for a Learning Design Manager to join the business. In this role you will collaborate with team members and subject matter experts to understand source content and transform this into exciting training media. Your main responsibility will be to design and script high quality, engaging and innovative blended learning programmes and supportive learning material. You will work on a variety of Acadevate’s core products and bespoke courses for individual client requirements. You will work closely with production teams who will assist in design and create additional assets for courses, support the Senior Learning Design Manager with the day-to-day activities of the Learning Design Team, and coach and mentor. Responsibilities: Line management of learning designers Embed the practice of learner-centric design with a flexible approach to development Build strong working relationships with Subject Matter Experts to gain in depth understanding of course content, learning objectives, and learners’ requirements Design and storyboard engaging digital learning content and assets in collaboration Apply active learning design principles to develop learners’ skills, knowledge and behaviours. About you: - Experienced people manager supporting and guiding team members to work to a high standard, within budgets and deadlines - 2+years’ experience in learning design: designing, scripting, and developing pedagogically robust online courses and activities - Track-record in managing your workload – working on projects concurrently to defined timescales and budgets - Practical know-how on LMS content creation and management

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