Network coordinator

Closing date for applications: Monday 16 November 2026 at 12 midday

Job Title: UK Network Coordinator

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Location: Office based at Somerset House, Strand, London WC2R 1LA with some hybrid working and some UK travel required

Reporting to: UK Network Director

Help deliver a national programme opening up creative opportunities for young people, coordinating the people and partnerships behind its delivery.

The National Saturday Club gives 13–16-year-olds across the country the opportunity to study subjects they love at their local university, college or cultural institution, for free.

The UK Network Coordinator is a new role supporting the growth, connectivity and sustainability of the National Saturday Club’s UK-wide network. Working closely with the UK Network Director, Regional Relationship Managers and colleagues across the organisation, the role will help ensure that Club tutors, coordinators and partner organisations feel informed, connected and supported.

The postholder will play a key role in coordinating network activity, building strong relationships and ensuring an excellent experience for partners across England, Scotland and Wales. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys connecting people, developing partnerships and helping a national network of educators and organisations thrive.

Key responsibilities

Network Administration and Communications

• Act as a proactive first point of contact for Club tutors, coordinators and partner organisations, providing information and support.
• Coordinate onboarding for new partners, including agreements, policies and access to digital systems.
• Maintain accurate partner records and information across CRM and other systems.
• Coordinate partner communications, deadlines and newsletter content.

Network Coordination and Events

• Organise regional partner events, tutor forums, advisory group meetings and network gatherings.
• Coordinate meeting arrangements, agendas, papers and actions.
• Support the delivery of national events, including the annual conference, Visit, Masterclasses and Summer Show.

CRM, Data and Reporting

• Work with the CRM Manager to maintain accurate partner and contact records, undertake data cleansing and support case management.
• Produce reports and contact information to support network activity.
• Coordinate information gathering and administration for funder reporting, applications and impact reporting.

Network Development and Internal Coordination

• Support the growth and development of a vibrant UK-wide network of education, cultural and industry partners.
• Research potential partners, stakeholders and opportunities for collaboration across education, culture and local government.
• Help strengthen connections and knowledge sharing across the network.
• Share partner insights and coordinate information and requests across internal teams to support effective programme delivery.

Financial Administration

• Process invoices, expenses and receipts, support budget monitoring and maintain accurate financial records.

Skills and experience

Essential

• Strong relationship-building skills and confidence communicating with a wide range of people and organisations.
• A proactive, service-focused approach and commitment to delivering an excellent partner experience.
• Excellent organisational, administrative and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Experience coordinating projects, meetings, events or stakeholder activities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, work independently and collaborate across teams.
• Experience using CRM systems and databases.

Desirable

• Experience working with educators, universities, colleges, museums or cultural organisations.
• Experience in the education, arts, cultural or charity sectors, or supporting partnership and membership networks.
• An interest in young people, creative education and widening access to opportunity.
• Understanding of Further and Higher Education environments.
• Experience supporting funding administration and reporting, and using systems such as DocuSign and Hubdoc.

Other information

• Occasional travel and weekend work will be required, including supporting the delivery of national events.
• Training and professional development opportunities are available.
• The postholder may be required to undertake other duties within the scope and purpose of the role.

Employment benefits

The Saturday Club Trust offers:

• A workplace at Somerset House, a prestigious cultural destination in central London, with access to resident community events, offers and onsite discounts.
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Flexible hybrid working by agreement.
• Company pension scheme and life insurance.
• Access to a free, confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.

Please make sure that you state in your application that you found this role via Creative Access.