Join Our Team as Events Manager (Maternity Cover) at Gosforth Civic Theatre
At Gosforth Civic Theatre we are committed to creating welcoming, inclusive experiences for everyone who uses our venue. The Events Manager will play an important role in putting this commitment into practice, ensuring that commercial success, excellent service and meaningful inclusion underpin the planning and delivery of our events.
We are looking for an organised, commercially minded and people-focused Events Manager to develop, coordinate and deliver a diverse programme of events, including weddings, private celebrations, corporate meetings and conferences, and selected private-hire music, dance and theatre events.
This is an exciting opportunity to grow our events business, build lasting client relationships and deliver high-quality, memorable experiences that encourage repeat business and strengthen our reputation as a welcoming and inclusive venue.
Working closely with the Operations Team, Front of House Team and wider organisation, you will oversee the events process from initial enquiry and sales through to planning, delivery, financial reporting and post-event evaluation. You will balance commercial success with excellent customer service, efficient operations and our commitment to inclusion, ensuring that everyone involved in an event feels welcome, valued and supported.
What you'll bring
You'll have a track record of planning and delivering successful events, from the first enquiry through to the event itself and everything in between.
You'll be commercially minded, with a good understanding of sales, spotting new business opportunities and building relationships that encourage repeat bookings.
You'll be highly organised, comfortable juggling multiple events, managing competing priorities and keeping everything on track.
You'll have a good understanding of budgets and finances, with experience of managing costs and working towards income targets.
You'll be a great communicator and team player values inclusion and diversity, and is committed to making everyone feel welcome, respected and involved and knows how to provide excellent customer service.
You'll be confident making decisions, solving problems and working with colleagues and suppliers to make sure events run smoothly.
You'll be comfortable using IT systems and digital tools. Experience of cultural or live events, or working alongside learning-disabled and/or autistic people, would be a bonus.
You roll your sleeves up and get the job done
What you'll be doing
We'd love to see you showcasing the following skills and experience when you get in touch:
Growing our events business by identifying new opportunities, responding to enquiries and converting bookings for weddings, celebrations, corporate events and private hire.
Managing events from start to finish, from initial enquiry and client consultation through to planning, delivery and post-event follow-up.
Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers and partners, delivering excellent customer service and encouraging repeat business and recommendations.
Coordinating event delivery with our Operations, Front of House and wider teams, ensuring staffing, facilities, equipment and suppliers are in place for successful events.
Overseeing event planning and operations, including managing the venue diary, preparing event briefs, contracts, schedules and risk assessments, and ensuring appropriate management cover.
Managing event finances, including pricing, budgets, invoicing and financial reporting, while identifying opportunities to increase income and manage costs.
Creating welcoming and inclusive experiences, ensuring our events reflect Gosforth Civic Theatre's values and provide meaningful opportunities for learning-disabled staff and volunteers to contribute.
Continuously improving our events offer by gathering feedback, monitoring market trends and identifying opportunities to strengthen our reputation and commercial performance.
What we offer
A supportive, friendly team who care deeply about what we do
Opportunities for training and professional development
The chance to contribute to a venue with a strong social mission and a vibrant creative programme
Staff discounts on food and drink and a variety of tickets to shows
Generous holiday allowance - 30 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
Terms
Contract: 12 month maternity cover
Hours: 32 hours per week (flexible hours, evening and weekend working will be required)
Holiday entitlement: 30 days per year plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Salary: £32,240 FTE
Start date: January/February 2027
Reports to: People and Operations Manager
Place of Work: Gosforth Civic Theatre, NE3 3HD (hybrid working is available)
Job title: Events Manager (Maternity Cover)
How to Apply
To apply, please complete the application form here.
The closing date is Friday 11th December 2026.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities and from underrepresented communities. If you require an alternative way to apply please contact emma@gosforthcivictheatre.co.uk
About us
Gosforth Civic Theatre is a professional public cultural venue in Newcastle: a theatre, café, events space and community building used by artists, audiences, families, freelancers, community groups and local residents.
It was shaped from the beginning by people with learning disabilities who wanted to be part of public civic life, and that founding story continues to influence the whole culture of the venue. People with learning disabilities are part of GCT as artists, workers, trustees, volunteers, audiences and contributors — not as a separate project, but as part of the everyday life of the building.
Today, GCT is a professional public cultural venue in Gosforth. People come here for shows, gigs, coffee, weddings, community groups, youth activity, meetings, work placements, creative projects and everyday use. Some people come every week. Some come once for a show. Some come because the café is part of their routine. Some come because this is where they feel known. Since 2016 we have grown what GCT achieves each year, now we regularly welcome over 60,000 visitors annually to nearly 700 events, or to our café and bar.
Gosforth Civic Theatre is run by Liberdade Community Development Trust. We are the only public-facing theatre in the UK founded and guided by people with learning disabilities.
All of that matters.
