Job Description
Vacancy Information
Hourly rate of pay: £18.70 - £20.91
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Days and Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday, 09:00-17:00
Flexi time is applicable, and starting and finishing times are flexible.
To start asap.
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Please note: Evening and weekend work may be required occasionally to meet the needs of the business.
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The Brunton Theatre Trust has been through a period of significant challenge with the closure of Brunton Theatre, its iconic home in Musselburgh. The Trust has responded to this proactively, moving its programme to Haddington Corn Exchange, Loretto Theatre in Musselburgh and North Esk Church in Musselburgh and has a new office base in Haddington. In January 2025 the Trust was awarded Multi-Year Funding for 2025-2028 from Creative Scotland and has ambitious plans for the future.
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The Operations Officer joins the team at an exciting time, with responsibility for the safe and effective delivery of the daily operations of the Arts Service and Brunton Theatre Trust with a key focus on Ticketing, Front of House, Administration and Event Hires.
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Applicants must have previous experience working in a venue setting with proficiency in box office ticketing systems/software, people management and event management. Occasional evening and weekend work will be required.
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Home / Hybrid Working Consideration
Applications for homeworking or hybrid working will be considered for this post, subject to a trial period and in accordance with East Lothian Council’s Home Working and Worksmart Policies which can be found here. Home or Hybrid working options can be discussed with candidates invited for interview. All applicants must live in the UK and will be expected to attend Council offices from time to time as required.
Job Details
To be responsible for the safe and effective delivery of the daily operations of the Arts Service and Brunton Theatre Trust with a key focus on Ticketing, Front of House, Administration and Event Hires.
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Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.
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The ‘East Lothian Way’– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.
Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications
Educated to Degree level in an appropriate subject e.g. Cultural Management or Business Management and/or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and competencies gained through relevant experience
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Driving Licence
As the duties of this role require you to effectively travel to successfully undertake the full remit of the role, you must hold a current driving licence and have access to a vehicle.*
(*Where a disability precludes you from obtaining a driving licence, ELC will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability.)
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Level 1 Disclosure Clearance
This role requires Level 1 Disclosure Clearance to allow access to the Public Sector Network. ELC will submit a Police Act Disclosure application on behalf of the preferred candidate and receipt of the subsequent certificate will be required prior to commencement.
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Please note:
If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website.
Additional Information
For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link:
www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo
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If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk
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