Access and Participation Evaluation and Impact Manager - 18 Month Fixed Term Contract

GUILDHALL SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DRAMA; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Guildhall School of Music and Drama invites applications for the role of Access and Participation Evaluation and Impact Manager in London. This pivotal position involves leading the implementation of evaluative practices for outreach activities, supporting colleagues, and developing frameworks to enhance the impact of the School's access strategies. The successful candidate will bring creativity and experience to foster a culture of evaluation supporting the School's ambitious plans in Access and Participation. The role is crucial for guiding outreach efforts and ensuring equity in opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experienced, enthusiastic, and creative evaluator.
• Keen interest in understanding outreach impact.
• Instrumental in creating an evaluative culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the embedding of an evaluative culture within Access and Participation.
• Implement the Higher Education Access Tracker (HEAT).
• Train colleagues and manage enquiries.
• Establish effective evaluation practices to support the School’s Access and Participation Plan.
• Develop an evaluation framework and lead on the evaluation of a pilot contextual admissions programme.

Skills

Evaluative culture

Outreach impact understanding

Training colleagues

Job description

Guildhall School is a vibrant, international community of musicians, actors, and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked first in Arts, Drama, and Music by the Complete University Guide, we deliver world-class professional training in partnership with distinguished artists, companies, and ensembles.

Job Role: Access and Participation Evaluation and Impact Manager

The successful candidate will lead the embedding of an evaluative culture within Access and Participation and broader outreach activities across the School. Responsibilities include implementing the Higher Education Access Tracker (HEAT), training colleagues, managing enquiries, and establishing effective evaluation practices to support the School’s Access and Participation Plan 2025/26-2028/29. The role involves developing an evaluation framework, supporting colleagues, sharing expertise, and leading on the evaluation of a pilot contextual admissions programme in the Music department.

Candidate Profile

We seek an experienced, enthusiastic, and creative evaluator with a keen interest in understanding outreach impact. The post-holder will be instrumental in creating an evaluative culture, equipping colleagues with skills and resources for the success of the School’s outreach activities.

Additional Information

• Download the job information pack for more details.
• Enhanced DBS is required.
• Closing date: 25 August 2025.
• Interviews: 9 September 2025.
• Late applications will not be accepted.
• To apply, visit our website or contact us at 020 7332 3978 quoting OOGS9237.

Equality and Diversity

Guildhall School encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, Black, Asian, and other under-represented groups. We are committed to the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee interviews for disabled candidates meeting the minimum criteria. Support and adjustments are available for applicants with disabilities.

Workplace Flexibility

The City of London Corporation is reviewing pay and reward practices to ensure equity. Role requirements regarding workplace attendance will vary; requests for flexible working and job sharing are considered in line with policies and business needs. For more details, visit our website.