Project Manager

THE SATURDAY CLUB TRUST; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization based in London is seeking a Project Manager for the Masterclasses Programme. In this role, you'll manage a nationwide series of creative industry-led events for young people, coordinating with global brands and ensuring smooth logistics. Candidates should have strong project management skills, experience in public events, and a proactive approach. The position offers a salary between £40,000 – £42,000, with hybrid working options available.

Benefits

Cultural perks and discounts

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong project management, organization, budgeting and coordination skills.
• Experience delivering public/audience-facing events.
• Excellent communication; confident working with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of the 2026 Masterclasses Programme.
• Confirm and coordinate Masterclasses with industry partners.
• Oversee budget, safeguarding, H&S, accessibility and evaluation.

Skills

Project management

Organization

Budgeting

Communication

Coordination

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Project Manager: Masterclasses Programme

Contract: 8-month fixed-term (potential to extend)

Start date: Ideally mid-October (to be agreed)

Hours: Full-time

Location: Somerset House, London, with some hybrid working

Salary: £40,000 – £42,000 (depending on experience)

About the National Saturday Club

The National Saturday Club offers 13–16-year-olds free, year-long Saturday programmes in eight subjects: Art&Design, Craft&Making, Fashion&Business, Film&Screen, Performance&Theatre, Science&Engineering, Society&Change, and Writing&Talking. There are no exams — just inspiring opportunities to develop skills, confidence and pathways to further study and careers.

Delivered by partner institutions and tutors, Club programmes are enriched by national events from the Saturday Club Trust including Masterclasses with industry professionals, a London Visit, and a Summer Show and Graduation.

Founded in 2009 by The Sorrell Foundation, the National Saturday Club is managed by the Saturday Club Trust, an independent charity supported by Arts Council England, the Department for Education and DCMS. Learn more: saturday-club.org

About the Role

You’ll manage delivery of the 2026 Masterclasses Programme, a nationwide series of over 80 creative industry-led events for 140 Clubs running January–May. Working with global brands, regional partners and creative professionals, you’ll confirm and coordinate bespoke workshops designed to inspire young people and showcase future career paths.

From June to December, you’ll secure and plan Masterclasses. At start date, approx. 50% will be confirmed. You’ll report to the Director of Programmes and Communications, supported by a Programme Coordinator and freelance Assistant.

Key responsibilities include:

• Confirming and coordinating Masterclasses with industry partners
• Liaising with tutors and Masterclass givers to ensure smooth logistics
• Managing delivery plans, schedules and CRM systems
• Overseeing budget, safeguarding, H&S, accessibility and evaluation
• Troubleshooting on Saturdays during delivery (Jan–May)

Person Specification

Essential:

• Strong project management, organisation, budgeting and coordination skills
• Experience delivering public/audience-facing events
• Excellent communication; confident working with external partners
• Able to prioritise and manage multiple workstreams
• Proactive, collaborative, detail-oriented
• Degree or equivalent experience

Desirable:

• Experience working with young people or in education
• Background in creative outreach or industry engagement
• Knowledge of creative industries and access barriers
• Confident in presenting and reporting

Key Dates

Saturday working required on key Masterclass dates (Jan–May), including:

• 31 Jan
• 7 Feb
• 28 Feb
• 7 Mar
• 14 Mar
• 21 Mar
• 18 Apr
• 25 Apr

(We’re happy to discuss prior commitments.)

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply on website' button below to apply online. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with final deadline: Monday 29 September, midday.

Any questions regarding the role please contact us at [e-mail].

Employee Benefits:

• Based at Somerset House with cultural perks and discounts
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Hybrid working (by agreement)
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to Work scheme

Inclusion & Sustainability

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds — especially those under-represented in arts, culture and education. All staff contribute to inclusive practice and environmental responsibility.

The Saturday Club Trust is a UK charity (No. 1165362) and company limited by guarantee (No. 09559467). All data processed per GDPR; applications held for 6 months unless requested otherwise.