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Operations Manager at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School

    We are looking for an organised, responsible, and personable professional to join us in a unique, high-impact role. As Operations Manager for our Short Courses and events you will help the School to deliver amazing experiences for short course participants, keep our under-18 participants safe as designated safeguarding lead for under-18s, and help bring our biggest public events to life.

    This exciting hybrid role has three core components: 

    • As Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for under-18s, you’ll ensure that youth welfare, policies, and procedures are delivered to the highest standard, offering expert guidance and working alongside our Deputy DSL.
    • As Event Manager, you’ll bring calm precision and flair to our operational calendar – leading on the planning, oversight, and delivery of events including: recruitment open days, fundraising events, and theatrical production ‘guest nights’.
    • As Operations Manager for our short courses you will support the team in ensuring the smooth delivery, staffing and planning of our short courses portfolio.

     

    Working Pattern: 0.5 FTE (2.5 days / 20 hours per week)

    Contract: Fixed-term contract until July 2027 (with option to extend)

    Salary: £16,000 – £18,000 pro-rata (£32,000 – £36,000 FTE)

    Location: Downside Road, Bristol (with hybrid options)

    Closing date: 9am Monday 9th November 2026

    Provisional interview date: Thursday 12th / Friday 13th November from 9am – 5pm 

     

    Who We’re Looking For

    • A Safeguarding Advocate: Preferable experience as a DSL or Deputy DSL, with robust, up-to-date knowledge of child protection policies and under-18s care. And a willingness to undertake relevant training to stay up to date.
    • An Event Coordinator: Track record in end-to-end event planning, guest management, and risk assessment creation and compliance.
    • A Responsible & Methodical Mindset: Someone organised, calm under pressure, and meticulous about following procedures carefully.
    • A Personable Collaborator: Friendly, welcoming, and clear in communication – equally comfortable hosting external VIPs as handling sensitive safeguarding disclosures.

     

    Read the full job description here: Operations Manager JD

    To apply send a CV and cover letter to: rob.langley-swain@oldvic.ac.uk