Current Vacancies:
Programme and Audience Insights Coordinator (Band 3)
Salary: £25,989 - £28,142
Full Time: 36.25 hours per week
Closing Date: 8 September 2026 23:59
Interview Dates: 18 & 21 September 2026
About the Role…
Waterside is a vibrant destination for performance, culture and events in the heart of Trafford. As Programme & Audience Insights Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of an ambitious programme spanning theatre, comedy, music, visual arts, festivals and community participation within a creative, collaborative team. Working alongside colleagues, artists, partners and communities, you will help coordinate artistic activity, provide vital programme and financial support, and use audience insight and data to inform decision-making. Your work will help ensure Waterside remains a vibrant, inclusive and welcoming place where audiences, artists and communities can create, discover and grow together.
About You…
To be successful at shortlisting, you will be able to demonstrate experience in an administrative, business support, financial or programme coordination role, ideally within an arts, cultural or events environment. We are looking for someone who is highly organised, detail-focused and able to manage a varied workload while building positive working relationships with colleagues, artists and partners. You will be comfortable using digital systems and data to support planning, reporting and continuous improvement, with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach. An interest in arts and culture, audience engagement and community impact will be an advantage.
Additional Information…
This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so please apply as soon as possible.
- Willing and able to work evenings and weekends as required, with time off in lieu.
- Willing and able to travel to sites within the Trafford Borough and region as required.
Find Out More….
For the full details of this opportunity, please refer to the role profile linked below.
If you have any questions or would like an informal chat you can get in contact with Darren Adams, Venue Manager at [email protected] or on 0161 912 1142.
Programme Producer (Band 6)
Salary: £34,434 - £36,363
Full Time: 36.25 hours per week
Closing Date: 13 September 2026 23:59
Interview Dates: 24 & 25 September 2026
About the Role…
Waterside is a vibrant destination for performance, culture and events in the heart of Trafford.
As Programme Producer, you will lead the development and delivery of an ambitious programme spanning theatre, comedy, music, visual arts, festivals and community participation within a creative, collaborative team. Working with artists, partners and communities, you will create inspiring cultural experiences, support creative talent and help ensure Waterside continues to be a vibrant, inclusive and welcoming place where audiences, artists and communities can create, discover and grow together.
About You…
To be successful at shortlisting, you will be able to demonstrate substantial experience of programming, producing or co-producing professional arts and cultural activity, including managing budgets, contracts and partnerships. You will bring strong artistic judgement, knowledge of the UK cultural sector and an understanding of audience development, inclusion and access. We are looking for an organised and collaborative communicator who can build positive relationships, manage multiple priorities, use audience insight and data to inform planning, and balance creativity, audience needs and financial sustainability. Experience of supporting artists, securing funding and developing people will be an advantage.
Additional Information…
This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so please apply as soon as possible.
- Willing and able to work evenings and weekends as required, with time off in lieu.
- Willing and able to travel to sites within the Trafford Borough and region as required.
Find Out More….
For the full details of this opportunity, please refer to the role profile linked below.
If you have any questions or would like an informal chat you can get in contact with Darren Adams, Venue Manager at [email protected] or on 0161 912 1142.
For more information and to apply: Programme Producer