Theatre and Events Coordinator

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College; Stroud; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Job summary

South Gloucestershire & Stroud College is seeking a Theatre and Events Coordinator to oversee SGS theatres and performance venues, coordinating a varied programme of productions, hires and community events. The role acts as the main contact for venue users, performers and hirers, ensuring excellent customer experience from enquiry to delivery.

You will plan schedules, manage rehearsals, technical needs and event logistics, and collaborate with teams across technical, facilities, catering,

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating events, bookings, performances, venue operations or customer-facing services within a busy environment.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, schedules and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work with performers, hirers, community groups, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using booking, scheduling or CRM systems to manage events and customer information.
• Knowledge of health and safety, safeguarding and operational requirements within a theatre, events, hospitality, arts or venue setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day operation of SGS theatres and performance venues, supporting a varied programme of productions, performances, commercial hires and community events.
• Act as the main point of contact for venue users, performers, production companies and hirers, ensuring an excellent customer experience from enquiry to event delivery.
• Plan and coordinate theatre schedules, including rehearsals, performances, technical requirements, venue setups and event logistics.
• Work collaboratively with technical, facilities, catering, marketing and safeguarding teams to deliver safe, professional and successful events.
• Promote SGS performance spaces and help grow commercial income through venue hire, partnerships and repeat business.
• Build strong relationships with arts organisations, schools, community groups and commercial partners, helping establish SGS as a vibrant cultural and community hub

Skills

Event coordination

Organisation

Communication

MS Office

CRM systems

Health & safety knowledge

Tools

Booking systems

Job description

Reference:REQ001518
Location: WISE campus
FTE Salary: up to £31,815.00 (Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: 37 hours per week

At SGS, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer. Weencourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and communities, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Financial Rewards and Benefits

• Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners’ lives
• Competitive Pension Scheme-Corporate and support roles have access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), a flexible and pension accessible from the age of 55, with generous employer contributions of 16%.
• Generous Annual leave entitlement plus the 8 bank holidays- 25 days corporate and support functions, increasing to 30 days after 5 academic years’ service (Full-Time Equivalent).
• Two weeks leave during the Christmas closedown period largely supported by the discretionary closure days provided by the College.
• Extensive professional development with ongoing support for your personal & professional development, including 25% tuition discount for immediate family of SGS employees.
• Family friendly policies and a proven commitment to supporting flexible working practices
• Access to ‘My Lifestyle’ discounted shopping benefits, cycle to work scheme and a Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Free Annual Eye test
• All staff members can buy aTOTUM card (formerly known as NUS Extra cards), as part of being an affiliate member of the Students' Union
• Staff have access and supported to be part of inclusive or sustainable staff networks and communities
• Free car parking at all campuses (Except Queens Road Art School)
• Access to a wide variety of external health and wellbeing resources
• Subsidised onsite catering services including Costa Coffee

South Gloucestershire & Stroud Collegehas an excellent reputation for delivering further education and work-based programmes in a range of subjects – from business to sport, construction to media, GCSE’s and A Levels to Honour Degree level programmes.

Our experienced and passionate staff work hard to help students and colleagues achieve their personal challenges and career goals. We are proud of SGS and committed to making the College the best it can be. We are currently working hard to achieve “Outstanding” status after being classified as “Good” in our last inspection. For more information, please visit https://www.sgscol.ac.uk/

We have an exciting role of Theatre and Events Coordinator within our Communities and Partnerships team!

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day operation of SGS theatres and performance venues, supporting a varied programme of productions, performances, commercial hires and community events.
• Act as the main point of contact for venue users, performers, production companies and hirers, ensuring an excellent customer experience from enquiry to event delivery.
• Plan and coordinate theatre schedules, including rehearsals, performances, technical requirements, venue setups and event logistics.
• Work collaboratively with technical, facilities, catering, marketing and safeguarding teams to deliver safe, professional and successful events.
• Promote SGS performance spaces and help grow commercial income through venue hire, partnerships and repeat business.
• Build strong relationships with arts organisations, schools, community groups and commercial partners, helping establish SGS as a vibrant cultural and community hub

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• Experience coordinating events, bookings, performances, venue operations or customer-facing services within a busy environment.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, schedules and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work with performers, hirers, community groups, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using booking, scheduling or CRM systems to manage events and customer information.
• Knowledge of health and safety, safeguarding and operational requirements within a theatre, events, hospitality, arts or venue setting.

Please apply online by: Monday 21st September 2026

Expected Interview Date: Thursday 24 th September 2026

SGS College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and additional checks and online searches in accordance with KCSIE guidance.