We are a dynamic local authority that provides essential services to the people of Gloucester. We are passionate about this city and what we do. We are an equal opportunity employer, and our employees reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and our inclusive culture, where everyone can bring their whole authentic selves to work. I would like to.
In line with our strategy and values, we work together to do what’s best for our residents and our city. We offer unique career opportunities whether you are looking to start, develop or advance your career.
Based at the Eastgate Center on Eastgate Street in the heart of the city, our headquarters is an accessible, modern, bright space designed to collaborate and find new ways of working. All are open plan, with lively green walls, flexible seating areas and no set desks. So you get to sit next to someone new every day. Our talented team isn’t just located at our headquarters. Our staff operate and serve the community at some of the city’s most popular venues and attractions, including Gloucester Museum, Blackfriars and Gloucester Guildhall. Base services such as crematoriums and shop mobility.
We are continually looking to improve the way we work and offer flexible and agile ways of working to provide our employees with a great work-life balance. Many of our teams work remotely from home, utilizing our offices for collaborative team sessions.
About us, our team, our role
Gloucester is an important small city in the South West of England with a rapidly developing culture and undergoing significant regeneration and investment.
This role provides a unique opportunity for the right person to lead Gloucester through a period of cultural growth and oversee the next phase of the development of the city’s leisure facilities and management.
Gloucester, which has been designated as a priority location by Arts Council England, has recently attracted cultural investment, both capital and income, into the city’s cultural institutions, with four institutions currently in the city, with plans to expand by 2023. It forms part of the Arts Council’s National Portfolio (NPO) plan from to 2026. Cultural ambitions remain high, evidenced by the strength of its cultural strategy and the council’s continued investment in its culture and services. Leveling up funding for Greyfriars Quarter was recently received, enabling the development of new cultural facilities in the city centre.
The Head of Cultural and Leisure Services plays a key role in the strategic development and delivery of culture, tourism and leisure for Gloucester City. The post holder will work with the likes of Gloucester Cultural Trust to deliver the city’s strategic and cultural vision. Additionally, you will lead the delivery of the city’s vibrant program across venues, public spaces, parks and plazas.
Partnerships, relationships, advocacy and strategy.
As part of the council’s senior leadership team, you will not only represent the council in your area, but also manage key relationships with external stakeholders, championing Gloucester and championing the cultural sector while ensuring inclusive and sustainable We offer a possible and vibrant cultural offer. Contribute to strategic decision-making in support of the work of the Council and ensure that relevant councilors and ministers are kept informed of the work of the services they oversee.
This scope includes overall responsibility for Gloucester Museum and its collections, Gloucester Guildhall and the award-winning Blackfriars Abbey. This includes the distribution of open-air festival and event programmes, major events such as Gloucester Tall Ships Festival and Gloucester Goes Retro, as well as film and site licensing and the marketing of Gloucester through the Visit Gloucester channel.
You will also be responsible for line management in the areas of cultural development, visitor experience, tourism and destination marketing, and act as commissioner for leisure services contracts. You have excellent communication skills and can encourage change and improvement, which will help you achieve success.
equality and diversity
We recognize the positive value of equality and diversity and pride ourselves on developing a diverse, skilled, talented and talented workforce.
We aim to employ a diverse workforce and are committed to working with people without regard to race, color, religion or belief, age, national origin, ethnicity, sex, sexuality, gender identity, expression or sexual relationship. Recruit the most suitable people. orientation, marital status, veteran status, caregiving responsibilities, or disability.
We are a disability-confident employer committed to removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. Reasonable adjustments will be made to recruitment procedures to ensure that no one is disadvantaged due to disability, impairment, neurodiversity or long-term health/mental health conditions. If you require assistance or reasonable accommodations during your application or recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team. [email protected].
Learn more about reasonable adjustments here. Accessibility Our commitment to equality and diversity can be found here (Equality and Diversity).
How to apply
If you think you have the skills, drive and experience needed to make a positive difference, please submit your application in the form of a resume and cover letter by midnight on the deadline. Sunday 10th march. Applications should be sent by email to [email protected] or Click “Apply” below
For more information, please contact us below.
Philip Walker, Head of Cultural and Leisure Services: [email protected] & 01452 396355 or Ruth Saunders, Corporate Director: [email protected] & 01452 396789