At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the South West Area Team with admin tasks and grant processes.
- Company: Join the Arts Council, a leader in cultural development.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and a final salary pension scheme.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the cultural sector while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in administrative roles and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 28662 - 28662 £ per year.
Contract: Fixed term until 30 June 2027, working 35 hours per week. Salary: £28,662 per annum Grade E plus benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and flexible and hybrid working.
Location: Bristol. The role will be based in Bristol; however, we are operating a hybrid way of working and support our staff to make use of remote working options when combined with regular on-site contact days with other members of the team, normally 1-2 days a week.
We are looking to recruit an Assistant to join the South West Area Team, based in our Bristol office and working as part of the South West Operations Team. As Assistant you will support the South West Area Team with a range of duties, including:
- Support for our internal grant making processes
- Supporting colleagues in communications and stakeholder management
- Coordinating admin support for strategic programmes and place-based development
- Arranging internal and external meetings
- General administrative support including the maintenance of efficient admin processes
Within our team you will work closely with other Assistants and the Officer, Operations, and on a day-to-day basis will be responsible for managing your own workload. You’ll also work with colleagues across the South West Area Team to help deliver a wide range of priorities for the cultural sector.
We are looking to recruit an organised individual who is enthusiastic, proactive, can prioritise effectively, and is willing to step in and help where required. It is expected that the successful candidate will have experience in a similar role.
Equality Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Arts Council are committed to being an inclusive employer, building an inclusive workplace, and recruiting a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve. However you identify, and whatever background you bring with you, we welcome you to apply for a role at Arts Council. If there are any adjustments that would support you in your application, please do let us know when you apply.
We participate in the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme which means that we offer an interview to any disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role they’re applying to, subject to the volume of applications received. Disabled candidates, those living with a long-term condition and/or neurodivergent candidates may be eligible for this scheme.
About us: Arts Council offers a range of benefits to our employees including hybrid and flexible working, a generous annual leave allowance and the Arts Council Retirement Plan - a final salary scheme.
Job ref: SWB29 Closing date: 11:59 PM, Sunday 20th September 2026 Interviews: (In person at the Bristol office or virtual) Thursday 1st or Friday 2nd October 2026. Please note: We do NOT accept CVs or cover letters as part of our recruitment process.
Assistant (SWB29) in Bristol 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.
