Operations Coordinator - Freelance

Operations Coordinator - Freelance

Ashburton Arts Limited Closing date: Mon, 31 Aug 2026

Artform: Combined arts
Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
Contract: Contract
South West
  • Part time
  • £30k-£40k

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced freelance Operations Coordinator to support the running of Ashburton Arts Centre. This is a self-employed, project-based engagement. 12 month contract £21K (£135 per day, approx. 3 days (7.5 hrs x 3) per week FTE £35K)

Job Description

The contractor will be engaged to deliver the following outcomes. How and when the work is carried out is at the contractor's discretion, providing tasks are completed to an agreed standard and schedule.

Building & Operations
- Maintain and oversee the building maintenance programme, ensuring the venue is safe, clean, and fit for use
- Manage the cleaning schedule and ensure appropriate standards are maintained
- Ensure the Arts Centre meets current legislative requirements including health and safety, insurance, licensing, and safeguarding
- Maintain and update operational policies and procedures in line with trustee directives

Volunteers
- Coordinate volunteer activities including recruitment, induction, rotas, and training

Ticketing, Systems & Space Hire
- Support the maintenance of the ticketing platform and space hire calendar, ensuring bookings are accurately listed and up to date
- Support bar EPOS operation and administer ticket sales income, liaising with the Finance Director on financial reconciliation of cash ticket sales

Events & Programme
- Work alongside the Arts Director to support delivery of the events programme, including:
- coordinating bookings and the events calendar
- supporting publicity and marketing activity
- developing community and business partnerships
- fielding enquiries from performers and creatives

Communications
- Act as a point of contact for general public enquiries
- Provide regular progress updates to the board of trustees

Job Requirements

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Operations Coordinator - Freelance
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours: Part time
  • Artform: Combined arts
  • Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Mon, 31 Aug 2026
  • Location:
    South West
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Job: Operations Coordinator - Freelance

Job: Operations Coordinator - Freelance

Organisation: Ashburton Arts Limited

Postcode: TQ13 7DT

How to Apply

To express interest, please send a brief outline of your relevant experience and why this engagement appeals to you, along with your CV, to:
[email protected]

We are hoping to make the appointment at an early opportunity.
Please apply before 5pm, 31st August 2026.
Interviews scheduled for week commencing 7th Sept 2026.