Education Network Manager

Education Network Manager 

Hippodrome Education Network - Primary & SEN

c. £35,000pa + benefits.

Birmingham Hippodrome B5 4TB

As a proud, independent charity we are on a mission to enrich the cultural life of the region and our vision is clear; we are creating a world-class cultural scene for our region with Birmingham Hippodrome firmly at centre stage.

The strength of Birmingham Hippodrome comes from our people; real people with their own thoughts, beliefs, cultures and identities that bring their unique perspective and experiences to our team. We are committed to placing inclusion at the heart of all we do, making it central to our decision making. We are breaking down barriers and building relationships for us to become a more equitable place for audiences, artists, participants, and our own teams. We do not, and will not, tolerate discrimination of any kind.

We are looking for people to join us on this journey at a pivotal time in our evolution; recognising our people and network of talented freelancers and volunteers are core to the growth and success of the organisation. 

The future of Birmingham Hippodrome is you.

About The Role

If you have experience of designing, scheduling, delivering and managing large-scale creative programmes and projects with schools this is a rare opportunity to shape the lives of young people in our region. As Hippodrome Education Network Manager we want you to ensure we are recognised as a national benchmark for the engagement and progression of young people by developing the biggest bespoke theatre education programme in the region. This will involve you in designing, managing and delivering Primary and SEN school partnerships, projects and programmes within the Hippodrome Education Network (HEN). Collaborating with colleagues you will develop an accessible, relevant and impactful programme for the young people of our city and region. You will oversee budgets, engage with local networks and inspire your team to achieve targets and meet KPI’s. We will look to you to build and enhance our SEN offer for schools, including provision for young people with additional needs in mainstream education settings. Critical will be the ability to engage and maintain positive relationships with Primary and SEN partner schools, academy trusts and networks in the city region. You will also monitor effectiveness, produce regular reporting and use data to improve future activities and performance.

For this high profile role, you must have experience of designing, scheduling, delivering and managing large-scale creative programmes and projects with schools. Familiar with facilitating in Primary and SEN school environments, you will possess sound knowledge of current trends and challenges in the education sector. You will be used to producing and overseeing successful productions that include young people too. Comfortable developing high performing teams, you will be effective at managing projects, controlling budgets and delivering plans within deadline. You will also have a good understanding of safeguarding best practice and key considerations when working with children and young people. Naturally, you will possess excellent communication, relationship building and interpersonal skills. Importantly, you will be results focussed and used to evaluating success and developing insight to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

In return for your commitment, we offer great employee benefits:

•    5 weeks holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays which increases by one day for each

            years’ service up to 6 weeks holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays.

•    Contributory pension scheme.

•    Discounted public transport pass, car parking, gym membership & private

            health cover.

•    Show ticket offers.

•    Personal Development Fund. 

•    Enhanced company sick pay.

•    Free life assurance & Critical Health insurance.

•    Enhanced maternity/adoption/paternity pay.

•    Free flu jab.

•    Cycle to Work scheme.

•    Electric car scheme. 

•    Employee Assistance Programme.

If you want to be part of an organisation that will invest in you and give you the opportunity to develop, you can enjoy a new stage for your skills by visiting the recruitment page on our website and applying online via the link.

Recognising under-representation in our workforce of Black, Asian and ethnically diverse people, and those with disabilities, we particularly welcome applicants from those backgrounds, identities and experiences.