Outreach and Events Manager

Access Creative College; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base £35k salary

OTE bonus potential

TOIL for out-of-hours travel

Mileage & travel expenses reimbursed

Vibrant, industry-focused environment

Job summary

Access Creative College in Nottingham is seeking an Outreach and Events Manager to connect our creative programmes with the next generation. You will drive regional partnerships, design targeted outreach, and deliver inspiring assemblies and workshops across Nottinghamshire and nationally.

Embrace strategic relationship-building, data-driven lead generation, and end-to-end event execution while acting as an ambassador for creative education and student growth.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Experience in outreach, events or community engagement.
• Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Strategic outreach and regional partnerships across Nottinghamshire and beyond.
• Design and evaluate outreach strategies to support regional enrolment targets.
• Develop relationships with schools, career leads, local authorities and youth organisations.
• Plan and deliver assemblies, workshops, and career showcases.
• Oversee Open Days, Taster Days, subject showcases and recruitment fairs.
• Coordinate course leaders, technical teams, student staff and external vendors.
• Monitor outreach metrics, lead conversion, and provide insights to leadership.
• Lead annual student ambassador recruitment and training.

Skills

Strategic & analytical

Influencing

Collaborative teamwork

Driving license

Job description

Location: Nottingham

Salary: £35,000 per annum + Non-Contractual OTE Bonus

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

Essential Role Requirement: Full UK Driving licence, with access to own car.

DBS Check: Enhanced Required

Inspire the Next Generation of Creative Talent

At Confetti, we are far more than an educational institution, we are a thriving creative hub, a centre for innovation, and the launching pad for the future of music, media, games, esports, and event management.

We are looking for a visionary, driven, and collaborative Outreach and Events Manager to join our team in Nottingham. In this dynamic role, you will be the driving force behind how we connect our world-class creative programmes with the next generation of talent across Nottinghamshire and the wider region.

Combining strategic partnership development, data-driven lead generation, and hands‑on event execution, you will serve as an ambassador for creative education, a compelling storyteller, and a key catalyst for student growth.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Package: £35,000 base salary plus non-contractual OTE bonus potential.
• Autonomy & Impact: Enjoy the creative freedom to innovate, forge strategic local networks, and directly shape our future student intake.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) system for out‑of‑hours travel or events.
• Expense Support: Fully reimbursed mileage and travel expenses for regional and national travel.
• Vibrant Environment: Work alongside industry experts, creative tech pioneers, and passionate students every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Outreach & Regional Partnerships
• Design, execute, and evaluate targeted outreach strategies across Nottinghamshire to meet regional and national enrolment targets.
• Initiate and manage strategic relationships with schools, career leads, local authorities, and creative youth organisations.
• Develop targeted initiatives for underrepresented groups, supporting widening participation across all creative pathways.
• Partner with local creative businesses to weave real‑world insights into workshops, assemblies, and career showcases.
• Deliver inspiring assemblies, interactive workshops, and represent Confetti at key regional and national education fairs.
• Event Strategy & Management
• Oversee end‑to‑end strategy, logistics, and delivery for major Open Days, Taster Days, subject showcases, and recruitment fairs.
• Coordinate course leaders, technical teams, student staff, and external vendors to create memorable visitor experiences.
• Partner with the central marketing team to align digital campaigns, promotional collateral, and local PR with prospective events.
• Lead Strategy, CRM & Data Analytics
• Monitor regional outreach metrics, analyse lead conversion rates, and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Track and report on key engagement metrics, school touchpoints, event ROI, and application numbers.
• Student Ambassador Initiative
• Lead annual recruitment campaigns to build a diverse team of student ambassadors across all year groups.
• Equip ambassadors with skills in public speaking, brand representation, safeguarding, and campus tours.
• Manage ambassador schedules, payroll administration, and day‑to‑day coordination.
• Marketing & Local Content Creation
• Gather compelling stories, student highlights, and achievements from around the Nottingham campus.
• Produce engaging, localised content for social channels to expand reach and boost local engagement.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a proactive, collaborative individual who blends event‑management precision with strategic relationship‑building skill.

• Education Advocate: Passionate about creative arts education and helping young people unlock their potential.
• Strategic & Analytical: Skilled in translating high‑level recruitment goals into actionable regional outreach plans.
• Natural Influencer: Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of leading cross‑functional teams and building external rapport.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours (early mornings, evenings, or weekends for recruitment events) in exchange for TOIL.
• Driver Requirements: A valid UK driving licence and access to a personal vehicle are essential due to frequent school visits, rural outreach, and transporting event merchandise. (Please explicitly highlight your driving licence status on your CV).

Who are we?

We are Access Creative College, formerly known as Access to Music, and we were founded in 1992. We're an Ofsted‑inspected provider that reaches every corner of the country, with 7 campuses and over 2,500 students nationwide. We're proud to have achieved the national benchmark for education quality, recognised across the vast majority of our provision - Ofsted's 'Expected Standard' under the new inspection framework. We are part of Access Education Group, which boasts 32 campuses nationwide with over 5,000 students & apprentices across Access Creative College, dBs Institute (Higher Education) & Access Sport College.

What we offer?

• Generous Holiday Allocation
• Wellbeing Benefits: Health Cash Plan, Doctorline GP Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Access to Counselling and Cycle to Work
• Staff Discounts & Benefits: access to Accolade, our benefits platform which offers discounts at over 800 retailers!
• Paid Leave: Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Sick pay.

A full job description and person specification is available for download alongside our full benefits booklet.

Diversity and open expression are fundamental to creativity. We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity and inclusivity for all our employees and potential employees.

DBS Checks: Enhanced DBS clearance will be required.