Programming & Engagement Officer

About The Role Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week (On a rota basis, will include regular weekend working). Contract Type: Full‑Time, Permanent. Additional Payments: Casual Car Allowance, 6.7% Flexibility Payment. Closing Date: 09 June 2026. Closing time: 11.59pm. Interview Method: Face to Face. Legal Right to Work: Applicants must have existing right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI can be used to support your application, but all submissions must be truthful and factual. The role is subject to 2 references and DBS clearance. About the Candidate Creative, able to deliver a wide variety of high‑quality and engaging programming opportunities aimed at a variety of audiences. Adaptable, able to quickly and effectively respond to the needs of Heaton Park and its visitors. An excellent communicator, able to work alongside and effectively communicate with a wide variety of people and organisations. Essential Experience Working in a visitor‑facing role. Creating and delivering a visitor programme or visitor activities. Working in partnership with others, including community organisations. Delivering activities which generate income. Benefits we offer Generous holiday allowance – up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Additional leave can be purchased. Buzzing pension – enrolment in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, life cover of three times salary as a lump sum. Enhanced parental and carers leave – ample time to bond with a newborn or support family during critical life events. Brilliant perks – discounts on shop, holidays, phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs, eye tests, and more. Learn and grow – wide range of learning opportunities from workshops to apprenticeships. Good Employment Charter member – secure, flexible work, pay reviewed annually, support from trade unions, health and wellbeing support throughout career. Up to 3 days volunteering leave – pro‑rate paid volunteering leave in addition to existing benefits. EEO Statement We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, disabled people, and young people. Pre‑Employment Checks Pre‑employment checks will depend on the role; see the top of the advert for details. What we will need from you if you're successful For Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use of AI can support your application. All examples and statements must be truthful, accurate, and taken directly from your own experience. Plagiarism may result in application withdrawal. Legal and Standards The role requires reference checks, a 3‑year employment history where possible, and a DBS check (Standard or Enhanced). The position is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. All information is confidential and handled in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Old Moat