Careers at Big Life

Events and Bookings Coordinator

About us 

Big Life is in the business of changing lives. We fight inequality by working with people and places to create opportunities and inspire change. Whatever service we deliver to help people to change their lives, we do things the Big Life Way. 

What you’ll be doing 

As the Events and Bookings Coordinator at the Zion and Kath Locke Centres, you work as a key part of our core team, ensuring the smooth running of events and bookings at both centres. You’ll be the first point of contact for customers, and offer an efficient, flexible service for people wanting to book space.

What we need from you 

• You will have experience of working in a busy, customer-facing environment.
• You will be able to use IT processes and systems to ensure the smooth running of the centres.
• You will be able to manage a budget, invoice and monitor payments
• You will be able to respond flexibly to customer requests and requirements.
• You will have a commitment to the Central Manchester communities you will be working in, improving people’s health and wellbeing and helping people overcome the barriers they face.

What we will offer you in return 

• This is a part time role, for 25 hours a week. Your annual salary will be £25,183, which means that as it’s part time, your pro rata salary will be £17,987 (this is based on NJC Point 6).
• 25 days holiday, and 30 after you’ve been here five years. 
• A relaxed culture where you are expected to plan your own day, take breaks when you need them and enjoy your work. 
• Ongoing personal and professional development through regular supervision.
• A supportive, flexible approach to managing staff health and wellbeing, including a wide range of perks, schemes, and support. 

What next? 

If you are ready to make a difference by providing first-class customer service at our Centres then click apply and complete the short application process.

Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and would especially like to hear from applicants from Black, Asian, and other racially marginalised communities. 

The closing date for applications is Friday, 27 June. Interviews will take place on Friday, 11 July. Applications received after this time will not be considered and CVs will not be accepted. For more information, contact elaine.barratt@thebiglifegroup.com.

Big Life strives to be diverse and inclusive - a place where we can all be ourselves. We strongly encourage applicants from all parts of society. You can read on our careers site about the actions we are taking ourselves to fight inequality and inspire change. 

We actively value the lived experiences and expertise of our staff, volunteers and the people who use our service and see the extra value that they bring to our organisation. 

 Your health and happiness are important to us, so we offer a comprehensive staff wellbeing package.

The Big Life group positively promotes diversity in the workforce. 

The Big Life group is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults