Bookings Manager
Halsway Manor – National Centre for Folk Arts Closing date: Fri, 28 Aug 2026
- Part time
- £10k-£15k
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Job Summary
Job Description
This role is integral to the organisation. Working as part of a small team, you will be the first point of contact for guests, and instrumental in the smooth running of our day-to-day operations, with responsibility for course and event bookings, database management, and team liaison. This position is for 14 hours per week on Mon and Tues 9am - 4pm. Salary is £10,264.80.
Job Requirements
Person specification
Essential
Good level of education
Marketing experience
Ability to multitask and to organise workload efficiently
Confident, pro-active and able to work under own supervision
Exceptional attention to detail, combined with first-class organisation and time management skills
Exceptional communication skills.
Computer literate - knowledge of Microsoft software
Excellent customer service skills -understanding the needs of learners and artists
Flexible and positive working attitude with the ability to accept supervision and direction
Ability to follow instructions/protocol consistently
Interest in arts and education
Proactive, reliable and conscientious
Sense of humour
Desirable
Relevant degree
Experience of working in a similar charity/arts role
Competence in CRM/event management software
Job Responsibilities
Key tasks and responsibilities:
Manage bookings and enquiries for all events and courses
Manage customer databases effectively across various software platforms including our CRM, Xero, Survey Monkey, Email Octopus
A good understanding of the programme and the artists with whom Halsway works
Update and manage booking levels and targets, in collaboration with Creative Director
Liaise with marketing colleagues to identify areas for targeted booking communications and potential for growth.
Manage participant feedback surveys (using an online survey site) and collate results for discussion at team meetings
Manage Partnership booking administration, including contracting, interim communication, and finalising of practical logistics with lead contact.
Liaise regularly with the kitchen team to provide up-to-date and accurate dietary information
Ensure all relevant information is available for other staff
Manage exchange of information with course leaders and performers/artists
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Bookings Manager
- Salary: £10k-£15k
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Combined arts
- Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Fri, 28 Aug 2026
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Location:
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Job: Bookings Manager
Job: Bookings Manager
Organisation: Halsway Manor – National Centre for Folk Arts
Postcode: TA4 4BD
How to Apply
To apply please send your CV to the Creative Director, Rachel Wilkinson, [email protected] with a short covering letter (Max one side A4) outlining why you should be considered for this position by 12 noon on 28th August. Interviews will be held at Halsway Manor on Friday 4th August.
No applications will be accepted without covering letter and CV or through Facebook.
- Contact name: Rachel Wilkinson
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Halsway Manor – National Centre for Folk Arts
Halsway Manor is a charity and the only residential centre in the world concentrating on the varied folk heritage of England. Set in six beautiful acres of gardens and grounds and unique in the UK it hosts over 345 days of residential and outreach activity every year covering all facets of folk arts from instrumental music, song and dance to traditional storytelling, crafts and instrument making.