Events & Operations Manager (Maternity Cover)
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts Closing date: Tue, 01 Sep 2026
- Full time
- £30k-£40k
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Job Summary
Job Description
Manage facility hire for artistic, community and commercial clients, working with the Finance department for preparation of invoices and meeting financial targets and the catering team to deliver successful events
Support the delivery of events (private and commercial)
Act as the lead contact for venue hirers, coordinating with Front of House, Catering, and Technical teams in advance and on the day to ensure the seamless delivery of events and excellent client experience
Line manage the Events & Operations Assistant and Front of House Team
Maintain, develop and manage effective and efficient systems and procedures to ensure the successful, smooth and safe operation of Norden Farm, including legal contracts and licenses
Contract Artists and Hires (in collaboration with the E&O Assistant)
Provide cover for Front of House Team if necessary (please note this can include evening shifts)
Co-ordination of HR with external HR company, including training and maintenance of holiday & sickness records
Preparation of reports for the Board of Trustees
Support the membership scheme
Manage external building contractors including waste management
Report any accidents that happen on site to the insurance company
Manage the organisation's key control system, maintaining accurate records of key allocation, monitoring access, and ensuring the timely return of keys from departing staff and authorised users
Job Requirements
We're looking for someone with:
- At least four years' experience in venue operations, events, hospitality, or the cultural sector
- Demonstrable line management experience
- Organised, proactive, and adaptable with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experience
Please see the Application Pack on the Norden Farm website for full details.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Events & Operations Manager (Maternity Cover)
- Salary: £30k-£40k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Combined arts
- Role: Catering & Hospitality
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Tue, 01 Sep 2026
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Location:
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Job: Events & Operations Manager (Maternity Cover)
Job: Events & Operations Manager (Maternity Cover)
Organisation: Norden Farm Centre for the Arts
Postcode: SL6 4PF
How to Apply
Visit the Norden Farm website to download an application pack.
Please email completed applications to [email protected]
Application Deadline: Midday on Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Contact name: Jane Corry
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Norden Farm Centre for the Arts
Norden Farm is a multi-arts venue in Maidenhead, Berkshire. Our spaces include an art gallery, studio theatre, main auditorium for film and live performance, Café Bar, a Georgian farmhouse and 18th century Long Barn.