Mon, 05 Oct 2026 published - Mon, 05 Oct 2026
Job Summary
Are you a ‘people person’ who is organised and calm under pressure? A natural problem solver who enjoys being part of a team and is committed to our values; being kind, inclusive, innovative and empowering? Then this role offers a great opportunity to grow your career.
Job Description
This frontline customer role is part of the Venue team responsible for providing a warm welcome to artists, creatives, all visitors, and staff. You will be a hub for our busy building, providing a first port-of-call for information whilst acting as the day-to-day operational lead for the building and supporting and motivating the team.
Salary £22,034 per annum
Part time - average 30 hours per week, on an annualised basis*
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
The post will be based at our lovely venue in Bournemouth.
We want to have different ideas and perspectives and people from different backgrounds as part of our team and would love to hear from you. We welcome and actively seek applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce and the arts community, particularly people of colour and disabled people (as defined by the Equality Act 2010).
*annualised hours: the employee receives a regular monthly salary but hours vary across the year, increasing during busy Autumn & Spring periods and decreasing during the quieter Summer & Christmas periods.
Drop in for an informal chat and tour with the Venue Manager on Tuesday 20 October between 4pm and 5pm
Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 2 November 2026
Interviews will be held at Pavilion Dance on Thursday 12 November 2026
Pavilion Dance South West is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We are happy to talk through adjustments if you have needs to be accommodated. Disabled candidates meeting the ‘essential’ person specification criteria will be invited to attend an interview.
- Contact name: Matthew Vass-White, Venue Manager
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Pavilion Dance South West in Bournemouth employer: Arts Council England
Arts Council England is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values flexibility and employee well-being. With a focus on professional growth, employees benefit from generous annual leave, a final salary pension scheme, and opportunities to lead innovative digital projects in a collaborative environment. Located in Manchester, the role allows for hybrid working, ensuring a balanced approach to work and life while contributing to meaningful organisational change.
