Programme Manager

ARTS EDUCATION EXCHANGE


Job: Programme Manager

Job: Programme Manager

Organisation: ARTS EDUCATION EXCHANGE

Postcode: CT92RJ

  • Job Title: Programme Manager
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
    (pro-rata)
  • Hours:
    Part time
  • Artform: Charity
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Sun, 21 Jun 2026

  • Location:

    South East

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Job Summary

This is a role for someone who genuinely cares about young people, social justice and communities, who can hold complexity with calm and curiosity, and who brings their whole self to the work.

Job Description

We are looking for someone to nurture and develop our creative learning and community programmes in Margate. From the first meetings with young people to supporting our delivery team, relationships, care and creativity are at the heart of this role.
You will work closely with our Co-Directors to build a sense of common connection and collectivism across the charity’s projects, bringing people together and shaping our services so that everyone can thrive.
This is a role for someone who genuinely cares about young people, social justice and communities, who can hold complexity with calm and curiosity, and who brings their whole self to the work.

Job Requirements

Experience managing complex work with multiple moving parts, whether through formal project management or through practice.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to hold a varied caseload without things slipping through the cracks.
An ability to stay grounded and flexible when circumstances shift or uncertainty creeps in.
A genuine and active commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppressive practice, lived through your work and your values.
Experience working with young people and an understanding of their needs – this includes a strong understanding of trauma informed approaches and experience with complex safeguarding cases
Confidence navigating conflict and supporting others through it.
The ability to build a positive team culture and bring out the best in the people around you.
Experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead or Deputy, or a willingness to work towards this.

How to Apply

The full job description is here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b_ncXOk2AMv7Wh_h8Z7aM8C-8xu_7hFmFPqUsyuovdk/edit?usp=sharing

Once we have received your expression of interest, here is what to expect:

Expression of interest – we review all EOIs and aim to be in touch within two weeks.
Informal conversation or walk – we invite around ten people for a relaxed, in-person meeting at our Margate space or a walk nearby. You choose what feels most comfortable.
Time with the team and young people – three or four people are invited to spend some time with us in a real setting. This is not a test, it is a chance to get a feel for each other.
Conversation with leadership and trustees – a final, spacious conversation with our Co-Directors and trustees.

At every stage we will communicate clearly, offer feedback to anyone who is not progressed, and make sure you have everything you need to show up as yourself.

Dates to be aware of:
Interview 1: 1st and 2nd July
Interview 2: 8th and 9th Ju

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