Operations Assistant

Sefton Council; Sefton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government authority in Sefton is seeking a dedicated Operations Assistant to provide essential support for the management of its arts centre. The role involves coordinating programs, engaging with the public, and ensuring the facility runs smoothly. Applicants should have experience in a public environment and a background in technical fields. This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary ranging from £25,583 to £25,989 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a public building with maintenance responsibilities.
• Experience in a technical or practical field, such as engineering or electrical work.
• Commitment to promoting culture and heritage.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support for the day-to-day management.
• Coordinate and support delivery of programmes and services.
• Maintain a welcoming environment for the public.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Public engagement

Job description

Operations Assistant

Sefton Council

Overview

The Atkinson in Southport is a leading arts centre housing a museum, galleries, library, cafe, shop, theatre and studio. We are seeking to recruit an Operations Assistant to join the team. Operational support is critical to the day-to-day management of the Atkinson's building and facilities, including delivery of all programmes and services. The Atkinson's programme features many events delivered during evenings and at weekends. The postholder will be required to work a proportion of their hours at these times, when it is necessary to meet the needs of the service.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support for the day-to-day management of the Atkinson's building and facilities.
• Coordinate and support delivery of programmes and services, including events that take place in the evenings and at weekends.
• Engage with members of the public and maintain a welcoming environment.
• Support maintenance and management of contract services or other general duties in a public building.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a public building with responsibility for general maintenance, management of contract services or similar duties.
• Experience in a technical or practical field, such as engineering or electrical work.
• Effective teamwork, good interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to engage with the public.
• Commitment to promoting culture and heritage to support The Atkinson's status as a dynamic regional arts venue.

Details

• Salary: £25,583-25,989 per year
• Location: Sefton, Merseyside
• Type: Permanent
• Hours: Full-time
• Posting date: 1 day ago

Provisional Interview Date

W/C 6th October 2025

Equal Opportunities

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody's identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

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