Venue & Events Co-Ordinator

Company Overview Witney Town Council serves the local community by managing various public facilities and recreational areas, including public halls, cemeteries, street furniture, and play areas. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for residents through effective management and community engagement. About the Role Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences and bringing communities together? We're looking for an enthusiastic Venue & Events Co-ordinator to join our team and help deliver exceptional events from concept to completion. This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll coordinate all aspects of event logistics, manage our prestigious venues including the historic Corn Exchange and Burwell Hall, and work with diverse stakeholders to create seamless, professional events that serve our community. What You'll Be Doing Event Management: Coordinate and deliver a diverse programme of cultural activities, festivals, civic functions, and community events Plan and execute theatre productions, live music performances, cinema screenings, conferences, and meetings Create promotional materials, manage social media content, and maximize event attendance through effective marketing Support weddings, civil ceremonies, and third-party event hirers Provide event metrics and feedback to continuously improve our offerings Venue Operations: Help make the Corn Exchange a vibrant focal point in Witney town centre Ensure safe daily operations across all venues, coordinating maintenance and overseeing building usage Provide exceptional front-of-house service, welcoming visitors and supporting hirers Set up specialised equipment including theatrical lighting, sound systems, and stage configurations Maintain venue presentation standards and conduct post-event inspections What We're Looking For Essential Requirements: Experience organizing and delivering high-quality events Excellent customer service skills with a professional, welcoming approach Strong verbal communication skills and ability to engage with diverse stakeholders Technical ability to operate basic AV equipment Excellent time management and organizational skills Ability to remain calm under pressure and work collaboratively Self-motivated with ability to work independently Health and safety knowledge, particularly for venues and live events Basic understanding of licensing laws Current, clean UK driving licence Desirable Qualifications: Professional qualification in event management, marketing, creative arts, or related field Current First Aid Certificate Personal license holder (Licensing Act 2003) Experience with risk assessments and event planning documentation Sound AV knowledge and equipment operation skills Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Canva) Experience with ticketing software (Eventbrite) and social media management What We Offer Competitive salary with annual increments Generous annual leave: 24 days rising to 29 after 5 years (plus bank holidays and extra Christmas day) Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions Flexible working arrangements to suit the role requirements Training and development opportunities Opportunity to make a real difference in your local community Varied and interesting work in beautiful, historic venues About Working With Us This role offers genuine variety and the chance to be creative while making a tangible impact on community life in Witney. You'll work with a supportive team and have the opportunity to develop your skills across venue management, event coordination, and community engagement. We value diversity and equality, and we're looking for someone who shares our commitment to serving all members of our community with respect and professionalism. Ready to bring your event management skills to a role that really matters? Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £25,584.00-£27,711.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Night shift Weekend availability Location: Witney OX28 (preferred) Work Location: In person Application deadline: 13/06/2025

Location: Witney, GB

Posted Date: 6/6/2025