Participation Manager
Shape an inspiring craft participation programme.
At New Brewery Arts, we believe creativity has the power to change lives. Every year thousands of people learn new skills, discover confidence and become part of our creative community through our programme of courses and workshops. We're looking for a Participation Manager who can lead that programme into its next chapter, developing exciting new opportunities, building great relationships with tutors, using data and audience insight to drive commercial success, and ensuring every participant has an outstanding experience. You'll be equally comfortable analysing booking trends, planning the next season's programme and supporting your team to deliver it brilliantly.
We're a small, ambitious charity, so this is a hands-on leadership role. You'll be part of our Senior Management Team, working closely with the CEO and colleagues across the organisation to make great ideas happen. We don't believe in silos, everyone pitches in when needed, whether that's welcoming visitors, supporting events or helping colleagues deliver our charitable work. If you're proactive, commercially aware, organised and passionate about the value of creativity, we'd love to hear from you.
Full role description here
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining what makes you suitable for the role.
Please also clearly show whether you are applying for this as a full-time or part-time role
Deadline for applications: 16th August 2026
Interviews: 28th August 2026
For an informal conversation about the role please contact beth@newbreweryarts.org.uk
WORK EXPERIENCE
Unfortunately we are currently not accepting work experience placements for 2026.
Studio Available
We have a light and welcoming studio available for a dedicated craftsperson to join our vibrant community of makers at New Brewery Arts. We’re looking for someone who will play an active role in our creative community and bring a new skill or discipline to complement our existing studio holders.
Studio 8 is on the second floor and offers 24/7 access (via stairs, with lift access available during public opening hours). The space includes hot water, heating, electricity (metered) and Wi-Fi, providing everything you need to focus on your practice.
£270 per month, excluding VAT.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional maker who values connection, collaboration, and being part of a thriving craft charity in the heart of Cirencester.
To apply, please fill out an application
STUDIOS at New Brewery Arts
If you would like to be the first to hear about studio availability at New Brewery Arts add yourself to our waiting list.
More than just a studio, having a space at New Brewery Arts connects you to other makers and a supportive, craft focused, community.
NOTE: Our studios help us support craftspeople and makers. We prioritise applications from those with a craft, rather than a fine art, practice.
Portrait and LIFE MODELS
We often need portrait or life models to pose for various figurative sculpture, portraiture and life drawing classes.
If you think you might be interested please get in touch.
emma@newbreweryarts.org.uk
notes for applicants
We are a Real Living Wage accredited employer.
At New Brewery Arts we are looking for people who reflect the diversity of our communities to help us work in new ways and become more relevant to the diversity of people and communities we serve. This is not present in our current workforce, so we particularly encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and life experience.
We ask for your data in order to process applications. You can read our privacy policy for job applicants here. We also ask applicants to complete an Equal Opportunities monitoring form, but this is voluntary. We ask that this is completed separately and posted to us to ensure it is only used for monitoring the diversity of applicants and does not form part of the application data you give us.
OUR TEAM
New Brewery Arts’ small staff team have a wealth of experience and all share a passion for craft and making. This team is supported by our Trustees, and works together with our on-site makers and tutors.
TRustees
New Brewery Arts is supported by our Honorary Patron, President and Vice President, and is guided by our Board of Trustees.