Development and Operations Manager

Hackney Shed Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Hackney Shed Limited in Hackney, London, is seeking a part-time role reporting to the Artistic and Executive Director. The position is 2 days per week (7 hours total) with flexible hybrid working and occasional evenings/holidays to familiarise with projects.

Salary is £32,000–£35,000 per annum depending on experience. Probation of 6 months; start date 1st September 2026; applicants must have right to work in the UK and be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK evidence required.
• Enhanced DBS check required or willingness to undertake one.
• Two satisfactory references.

Job description

Reports to: Artistic and Executive Director

Fee: £32,000 – 35,000 per annum depending on experience, 2 days a week (At least some hours must take place on Mondays OR Wednesdays in order to coordinate with the rest of the core team)

Hours: 2 days a week (7 hours). We are in the process of applying for funding that would increase this role to 2.5 days a week. Flexible/hybrid working is available. You can manage your hours flexibly but must be available to occasionally attend sessions in order to familiarise yourself with the projects, these can occur in evenings and during school holidays. Locations mainly in Hackney. There are also some set times for meetings. Team meetings take place every other week and Strategy meetings once per month on either Mondays or Wednesdays so some time on one of these days is essential.

Contract: This is 2 day a week permanent contract. There is a 6 month probation period.

All appointments are subject to: 2 satisfactory references, Evidence of right to work in the UK & an Enhanced Level DBS check or willingness to undertake one.

Contract will begin 1st September 2026

We particularly welcome applications from candidates who identify as disabled, neurodivergent, Black, Asian, from a minority ethnic background, LGBTQIA+ or from any under-represented socio-economic and educational backgrounds.

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