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Closing date: 10am on Monday 10th February 2025Salary: £13.15 per hour (LLW)Contract: Part-time for one year, 16 hours per week&nbsp;Passionate about theatre and inspiring young people? Kickstart your career as a theatre producer or project manager with this exciting opportunity!The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre is in West London. We want everyone to enjoy theatre.The role will work across all strands of the Young Lyric department. Education, Talent Development, Inclusion and Open Access. The job is to help with projects, finding new people, and reaching out to others. You will work with Young Lyric Producers to help young people in West London be creative and aim high.This job is for SEND (Special educational needs and disabilities) people who live in either Barnet, Brent, Camden, Ealing, Hammersmith &amp; Fulham, Harrow, Kensington &amp; Chelsea and the City of London and Westminster.&nbsp;&nbsp;What you'll be doingProject administration<ul><li>Support the Young Lyric team on project administration including; room booking, project resources and material sourcing.</li><li>Support the Young people who are engaged in Young Lyric activity by printing scripts, calling those who are absent and updating registers.&nbsp;</li></ul>Project recruitment<ul><li>Support the Outreach and Partnerships Producer in the recruitment for Young Lyric projects. Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Contacting and calling referral organizations who work with young people who are NEET (not in education or employment)</li><li>Updating the Young Lyric Membership database</li><li>Supporting the content creation for project recruitment materials i.e. eflyers and social media posts&nbsp;</li></ul></li></ul>Outreach<ul><li>Attend local careers fairs, school assemblies, youth clubs and West London community organizations to promote the work of the Young Lyric department with the Outreach and Partnerships Producer.</li><li>Attend industry forums, events and symposiums as an ambassador for the Lyric Hammersmith and its work with young people.</li></ul>&nbsp;What we're looking forEssential<ul><li>An interest in or knowledge of working in a theatre</li><li>A desire and commitment towards a career as a Theatre Producer or Project Manager</li><li>An enthusiasm and passion towards young people</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Knowledge of West London</li><li>Previous engagement in Theatre or arts activities as a participant</li></ul>If you get an interview, a charity called Pursuing Independent Paths will help you get ready for the interview. They will also help you do your job for the first 9 weeks. We will give them your contact info so they can help you get ready for the interview.&nbsp;All appointments are made subject to satisfactory references, proof of eligibility to work in the UK and are subject to an enhanced or standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure.The Lyric values and promotes diversity and is committed to equality and opportunity for all. Everyone who works with us is required to comply with and actively promote our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.&nbsp;The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer and supports parents and carers working in theatre.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

Young Lyric trainee

Closing date: 17th February 2025 at 9amSalary: £26,000–£28,000 depending on experienceHours: 9.30am–5.30pm Monday–Friday, plus projects as necessary (some evenings/weekends)&nbsp;This is a great opportunity for a dedicated, organised person with a passion for musical inclusion to develop their skills and contribute towards sharing the power of music with people from all walks of life.&nbsp;The London Philharmonic Orchestra is seeking an Education &amp; Community Co-ordinator, to support the work of the Education &amp; Community Department in all areas, providing efficient administrative support, as well as practical, hands-on support at projects and events.The post-holder would join the LPO’s friendly and supportive Education team of four, and would also develop strong relationships with LPO musicians, workshop leaders and project participants. The role would suit someone with excellent people skills and empathy as well as common sense, systematic thinking and a strong eye for detail.&nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Under the guidance of the Education &amp; Community Project Managers, co-ordinate project logistics including player fixing and payments within agreed timescales, and produce associated paperwork</li><li>Actively staff and oversee workshops and other project sessions on the ground, dealing with logistics, supporting relationships, and assessing quality of project content. This will involve independently supervising groups of young people or vulnerable adult participants for certain projects</li><li>Be the first point of contact for participants/parents/carers on certain projects (e.g. Overture, Open Sound Ensemble) under guidance of Project Managers</li><li>On the ground support on department-based performance days, which could include co-ordinating free front-of-house activities, cueing slideshows, stewarding artists/young performers backstage</li><li>Support recruitment and auditions processes for the LPO’s Rising Talent programmes (Foyle Future Firsts, LPO Young Composers, LPO Junior Artists and Overture days)</li><li>Co-ordinate communications with schools, and booking processes for our popular BrightSparks schools’ concerts</li><li>Support the production of written and AV learning resources and concert Keynote presentations</li><li>Take the lead on smaller, one-off projects or engagements that connect with the Education &amp; Community programme, e.g. Q&amp;As with LPO musicians</li><li>Maintain an accurate record of expenditure within programme budgets</li><li>Contribute to risk assessments and work within the LPO’s safeguarding and health &amp; safety policies, administrate DBS checks</li><li>Support Child Performance Licence and BOPA applications when required</li><li>Maintain excellent and supportive working relationships with animateurs, LPO musicians, and external partners</li><li>Support the creation of recruitment and publicity material for the LPO’s Education &amp; Community projects, and co-ordinate mailings</li><li>Update Education &amp; Community content on the LPO website and work with Marketing colleagues to use social media to promote Education events and document projects</li><li>Support monitoring and evaluation procedures, including personally assessing projects in a workshop context, writing summaries of sessions attended and collecting and collating statistical data, contributing to evaluation reports</li><li>Contribute to the overall development of the Education &amp; Community programme for the Orchestra</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential<ul><li>Demonstrable experience of working on music projects in an education/community setting</li><li>An interest in orchestral music, and the ability to follow a musical score</li><li>Evidence of successful project administrative skills</li><li>Ability to independently manage a busy workload (in and out of the office) and keep to deadlines, maintaining meticulous attention to detail</li><li>Ability to work both as part of a team and independently</li><li>Ability to communicate well with a wide range of people – musicians and other artists, educators, consultants, project participants – and with colleagues, both in writing and verbally</li><li>Experience of working in a workshop environment</li><li>A desire to improve working systems and project content</li><li>A strong commitment to music education and music in the community, and desire to support the development of orchestral musicians in this context</li><li>Awareness of current issues relating to equity, diversity and inclusion within orchestral music and the arts in general and a commitment to embedding inclusivity in all areas of work</li><li>Knowledge and practical experience of issues relating to the safeguarding of young people and adults at risk</li><li>Computer literate, familiar with Microsoft Office, and open to learning new programmes</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience of working with disabled participants, or participants with Special Educational Needs</li><li>Experience of working with children and young people</li><li>Experience of working on talent development schemes in the music sector</li><li>Experience of recording expenditure in a project budget</li><li>Knowledge of current practice within the formal music education sector and national initiatives</li><li>Practical understanding of the workings of a large symphonic ensemble</li><li>Proficiency in Adobe InDesign&nbsp;</li></ul>The successful applicant will be required to receive a clear enhanced DBS check. Please note that manual handling is involved in the role.&nbsp;We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community, recognising that we are stronger as a diverse team bringing a range of lived experiences to our goals of sharing the wonder of orchestral music.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

London Philharmonic Orchestra

Education & community co-ordinator

Closing date: Friday 21 February 2025 at 5.30pmSalary: £25,750Location: Based at the LSO’s offices at the Barbican Centre, with the option to work remotely for up to two days per week.&nbsp;This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take the first step into the world of arts administration, and fundraising in particular, as part of a 12-month placement.&nbsp;The London Symphony Orchestra was established in 1904, as one of the first orchestras shaped by its musicians. Since then, generations of remarkable talents have built the LSO’s reputation for uncompromising quality, and inspirational repertoires.The role will offer an opportunity to work across the whole of the LSO’s Development department, gaining experience in all areas of the team’s work, including Individual Giving, Corporate fundraising, Events, and Trust &amp; Foundations fundraising.&nbsp;Key responsibilitiesProject assistance and support<ul><li>Learn and assist with the administration of membership schemes and the delivery of membership benefits, including ticket bookings, production of guest lists, general preparation for concerts, donor correspondence, data management and financial processing.&nbsp;</li><li>Learn and support with events for the Development team’s fundraising, including events for current donors and cultivation events to draw in prospective donors, through assisting in the planning, delivery, and administration processes.</li><li>Opportunity to project manage specific activities as placement progresses.&nbsp;</li><li>Learn and assist with correspondence and mailings across the Development team.&nbsp;</li></ul>Other<ul><li>Undertaking evening and occasional weekend concert duty, supporting Development hosting and events at the Barbican and occasionally elsewhere.</li><li>Learn and maintain accurate donor and corporate details using the Raiser's Edge database.&nbsp;</li><li>Assisting with other department activities as required.</li></ul>&nbsp;What you will gain from the placement<ul><li>An understanding of the working of a charity and fundraising systems, strategies, and practices.</li><li>Understanding of how to operate as part of a team in a professional environment, including time management and organisational skills.</li><li>Developing and practicing administrative and communication skills required across any professional working environment.</li><li>Direct experience engaging with a cross-section of donors, sponsors, fundraisers, and wider arts administration teams.</li><li>Working with professional artists, particularly orchestral musicians.</li><li>Knowledge of planning and management software including fundraising databases for the performing arts, design software and diary management programmes.</li><li>Continued feedback on your progress and opportunities to reflect on learning and future interests.</li></ul>&nbsp;What we're looking for<ul><li>A strong interest in fundraising and relationship management.</li><li>Excellent organisation and administrative skills with meticulous attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to plan effectively, setting up and maintaining systems to make best use of time and resources.</li><li>Ability to work effectively both under own initiative and within a team.</li><li>Flexible attitude to work – prepared to help with other department tasks where necessary and to work on evenings and weekends as required.</li><li>An enthusiastic, ambitious and friendly attitude.</li><li>An enthusiasm for music or the arts.</li></ul>&nbsp;We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the LSO.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

London Symphony Orchestra

Development assistant

3 Outreach / Partnerships / Community Engagement Opportunities in London, UK