Community Engagement Practitioner

Eastleigh; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25-28 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Defined Benefit Pension Scheme

30% off Places Leisure Eastleigh

Employee Advice and Support Programme

Town centre working environment

Discounted parking

Job summary

Eastleigh Borough Council is seeking a Community Engagement Practitioner to lead arts and culture engagement across Eastleigh. You’ll plan, deliver and evaluate youth theatre, workshops and schools’ engagement, partnering with artists, schools and communities to ensure accessibility and inspiration for all.

The role supports Arts Council England funded activity and aims to grow participation while strengthening community impact; a DBS check will be required.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience in arts participation, education or community engagement.
• Safeguarding training or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of arts participation and community engagement practice.
• Knowledge of Arts Council England principles and funded programme delivery.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong commitment to inclusivity, access and safeguarding.
• Experience delivering arts participation or education programmes.
• Experience managing budgets and freelancers.
• Understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, delivery and evaluation of a diverse activity programme.
• Work with artists, schools, community groups and partners to be welcoming and accessible.
• Support activity funded by Arts Council England and grow community impact.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Community engagement

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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Job advert text Community Engagement Practitioner

Location: The Point & The Berry Theatre, Eastleigh

Hours: 37 hours a week (including evening and weekends work)

Employment type: Full Time, Job Share and Part-Time applications considered

Salary £36,007 per annum (Band 5)

Do you want to make a difference?

Are you passionate about the power of arts and culture to transform lives? Do you thrive on bringing people together, developing creative opportunities, and building meaningful community connections?

We're looking for an ambitious and inspiring Community Engagement Practitioner to join our Arts & Culture team at an exciting time of growth and change.

About the Role

As our Community Engagement Practitioner, you'll lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of a diverse programme of activity, from youth theatre and artist-led workshops to community projects, schools’ engagement and creative learning opportunities. You'll work closely with artists, schools, community groups and partners to ensure our programmes are welcoming, accessible and inspiring for everyone.

You'll play a key role in delivering activity supported by Arts Council England, helping us achieve our artistic ambitions whilst growing participation and strengthening community impact.

About You

We're Looking for someone who believes passionately in the value of arts, culture and creativity. The ideal candidate will be able to build strong relationships with schools, community organisations, artists and participants.

Qualifications, skills & experience

• Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience in arts participation, education or community engagement.
• Safeguarding training or equivalent
• Strong understanding of arts participation and community engagement practice
• Knowledge of Arts Council England principles and funded programme delivery
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong commitment to inclusivity, access and safeguarding
• Experience delivering arts participation or education programmes
• Experience managing budgets and freelancers
• Understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation frameworks

The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check.

About Us

This is a unique opportunity to make your mark. You'll have the chance to influence and develop our approach to community engagement from the outset, helping to shape the future creative offer of our venues and the communities we serve.

You'll join a passionate team committed to:

• Creating outstanding cultural experiences.
• Increasing participation in arts and creativity.
• Supporting young people, artists and communities to thrive.
• Building a sustainable and inclusive future for arts and culture in Eastleigh.

Our benefits include

• 25-28 days annual leave (dependant on local government continuous service)
• Flexible working arrangements and ability to accrue up to 2 days additional leave per month (subject to operational requirements - pro rata for part time staff)
• Defined Benefit Pension Scheme
• Places Leisure, Eastleigh – 30% off Full Membership
• Confidential Employee Advice and Support Programme
• Excellent town centre working environment close to public transport links
• Discounted parking