At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and deliver exciting Sight Village events across the UK while managing customer relationships.
- Company: Join a dynamic charity dedicated to empowering people with disabilities.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, health perks, and opportunities for personal development.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative team that values your contributions and supports your growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by supporting inclusive events and connecting with diverse communities.
- Qualifications: A Levels or equivalent, event planning experience, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Salary: £29,534.17 - £32,735.71 / PP9 – PP12 FTE
Hours: 21 hours per week across 3 days
Weeks: 52 weeks
To support the effective operation of Sight Village events across the UK, including planning, development, and delivery. The role involves assisting with the organisation and administration of events, including health & safety and wellbeing, and supporting customer relationship activities related to promotion, sponsorship, exhibitors and event visitors.
Key Responsibilities & Safeguarding
- Support in the development, planning, and delivery of annual Sight Village events, ensuring effective organisation, administration, and customer relationship management.
- Support in exploring new income generation opportunities, including sponsorships, partnerships, and other potential funding sources.
- Attend and support all Sight Village events, including necessary overnight travel.
- Produce and distribute high-quality digital and printed marketing materials for Sight Village events.
- Collaborate with the QA Charity’s Marketing team on campaigns, advertising, and enhancing social media presence for Sight Village.
- Support in producing external communications and seasonal e-catalogues to meet stakeholder needs.
- Have excellent levels of written and oral communication with an ability to tailor communications to varying audiences.
- Attend networking events to represent the service, build connections, and help identify potential opportunities for collaboration or engagement.
- Assist in maintaining a GDPR-compliant communications database for external contacts.
- Support accurate data collection, entry, and management in line with current data protection legislation.
- Raise concerns or alert potential issues to ensure awareness and compliance.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Educated to A Level or equivalent.
- Experience of working in a marketing, communications, events, and relationship management environment.
- Must hold a full, clean driving license.
- Experience in planning and delivering events.
- Experience in building relationships with a variety of organisations and/or individuals.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present confidently to a variety of audiences and adapt approach to best meet the needs of the audience.
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure sometimes in challenging situations.
- Excellent IT skills.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
- Ability to work under pressure and flexibility to unexpected requests, prioritise work to meet deadlines, targets and budgets.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills with a friendly and professional approach, both internally and externally.
- Flexible approach to work with a ‘can-do’ attitude – must be willing to travel and stay overnight when required.
- Able to work well as part of a team as well as on own initiative.
Benefits
Join Our Business Support Services Team. Behind every successful service at QAC is a dedicated team of professionals providing the essential support that enables our students, clients, staff, and visitors to thrive. We are looking for talented and committed individuals to join our Business Support Services teams across a range of specialist areas. Our Business Support functions play a vital role in ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient operation of the charity.
Our benefits include:
- Access to on site car parking.
- Use of QAC Fitness Centre (subject to opening hours).
- Cycle to Work Scheme (Salary Sacrifice).
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Helpline (BHSF).
- Access to Education Support Free Helpline for Teachers & Education Staff.
- QAC Mental Health First Aiders & activities to support health and wellbeing.
- BHSF Benefits Package including Healthcare Plans, discounted shopping/services.
- Annual Flu vaccination/voucher.
- Access to other benefit/discount schemes (which may be subject to charge).
- Dell Advantage programme - a free programme that offers savings to students, parents and all staff at QAC - up to 20% off.
- Health and Wellbeing Services (Occupational Health/Counselling).
- Free Tea/Coffee and Staff Room facilities.
- Dining Room facilities with hot/cold food (free meal provided for those supporting students at mealtimes).
- Additional discretionary concessionary/closure days as part of leave entitlement (including closure over Christmas/New Year period).
- Reward and Recognition Policy – Living the Values Awards (team & individual) and long service.
- Enhanced/Occupational paid leave e.g. maternity/paternity (subject to qualifying criteria).
- Occupational sick pay (based on length of service).
- On site wellbeing activities (e.g. yoga, meditation).
- Support for training/ CPD (either by way of study leave and/or funding).
- Flexible working arrangements including Flexible Working Policy Agreements, Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) in prior agreement with line manager.
This list is not exhaustive and may be subject to review and/or change.
Sight Village Events Co-Ordinator in Birmingham employer: Queen Alexandra Charity
At Queen Alexandra College, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of students with special educational needs. Our vibrant and inclusive work culture fosters collaboration and professional growth, offering numerous opportunities for training and development while ensuring that every team member feels valued and supported. Located in the heart of Birmingham, our college provides a dynamic environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally, all while contributing to a cause that truly matters.
