Creative Arts Department Manager: Lead & Develop a Team

The Grange Centre; Great Bookham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Grange Centre in Great Bookham is seeking a confident Department Manager to lead our Creative Arts team of 8 tutors. You will drive a varied programme, manage budgets and resources, and support staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred sessions for adults with learning disabilities.

You do not need to be an artist; what matters is your ability to inspire a team, coordinate projects, and ensure the department runs smoothly and sustainably.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and day-to-day operations.
• Person-centred approach with empathy.
• Excellent communication and cross-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Creative Arts team and coordinate activities.
• Manage budgets and resources for the department.
• Develop and implement a varied programme of sessions.
• Ensure safety, quality and impactful activity delivery.

Skills

Team leadership

Budgeting

Project management

Resource planning

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

The Grange Centre in Great Bookham is seeking a confident Department Manager to lead our Creative Arts team of 8 tutors. You will drive a varied programme, manage budgets and resources, and support staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred sessions for adults with learning disabilities.

You do not need to be an artist; what matters is your ability to inspire a team, coordinate projects, and ensure the department runs smoothly and sustainably.