We’re recruiting an Arts Administrator to join our team.
Global Grooves is a leading creative organisation working with communities to produce high-quality cultural projects, performances and participatory programmes across the UK and beyond. Our home, The Vale, is a vibrant cultural venue and creative centre in Mossley. It is a place where workshops, rehearsals, performances, community events and venue hires take place alongside the work of several organisations who share the building as part of a supportive creative ecosystem. The Vale is a place where a warm welcome and positive energy make a real difference, and we are looking for someone who brings strong organisational skills alongside a friendly, proactive and people-centred approach.
We are looking for an organised, motivated and confident individual to support and help develop the administrative and sales hub that underpins this activity. You will play a key role in coordinating the steady flow of venue enquiries, bookings, project information and event logistics that help both Global Grooves and The Vale run smoothly. This includes supporting client and participant communications, preparing quotes and information packs, and helping progress bookings from enquiry to confirmation, while ensuring a positive and professional experience for everyone who engages with us.
You will work closely with project managers, lead artists, the Senior Management Team, and the Board, gaining valuable experience across venue coordination, arts administration and cultural project delivery. The role also includes occasional support for a wide range of stakeholders connected to The Vale, including the organisations based here, visiting artists, community groups and project partners, reflecting the collaborative and interconnected nature of our creative hub.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a small but ambitious team producing distinctive, values-led work with communities and artists. If you enjoy a varied workload, communicate well with a wide range of people and want to develop your skills within a respected and evolving arts organisation and venue, we would love to hear from you.
We are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and at all levels of the organisation. We therefore welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community.
Details in a snapshot
Job title: Arts Administrator & Venue / Events Coordinator
Salary: £24,785 – £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. We are open to discussing a 4-day working week on a pro-rata basis for the right candidate
Responsible to: Global Grooves Senior Management Team (SMT)
Responsible for: Coordinating freelance workforce logistics; supporting sales and bookings processes; assisting with venue administration
Contract: Minimum 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension
Location: The Vale, Unit 2 Vale Mill, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, OL5 9JL
Working Hours: General office hours are 09:00–17:00, with occasional evening and weekend work for events
Travel & flexibility: Occasional overnight stays may be required during event delivery periods. Flexible working arrangements or part-time options may be considered
Probation period: Six-month probation period with bi-monthly reviews
Annual leave: 20 days per year plus bank holidays, with paid closure between Christmas and New Year. Pro-rata for part-time hours