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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Schools & Engagement Events Manager to shape prospective students' experiences and connect them with our community. This role is crucial in building relationships with educational partners, delivering outstanding events, and developing a national schools engagement program that is strategic, inclusive, and impactful.

Responsibilities

Support the planning and delivery of major institutional events, including Welcome Week, Graduation ceremonies, and student showcases.
Act as a senior operational lead at flagship events across the organisation.
Contribute to the development of event frameworks, standards, and processes.
Support the management of event logistics, suppliers, budgets, and risk assessments.
Develop and implement a national schools engagement strategy.
Contribute to the ongoing development of student engagement and events strategies.
Ensure all activities support organisational objectives, student experience priorities, and inclusive practice.
Champion innovative approaches to engagement and event delivery.
Develop and lead a national programme of engagement activity with schools, colleges, and community partners.
Build meaningful relationships with educators, careers advisers, music hubs, creative organisations, and youth groups.
Identify opportunities to expand our reach and strengthen our presence within schools and colleges.
Develop engaging workshops, talks, campus visits, and outreach activities.
Act as an ambassador for ICMP and SAE Institute across external engagement activities.
Lead the planning and delivery of Open Days, applicant events, taster sessions, and campus experience activities.
Represent the organisation at UCAS exhibitions, careers fairs, and higher education events.
Ensure prospective students and their supporters receive a welcoming, engaging, and memorable experience.
Work collaboratively with Marketing, Admissions, and Recruitment colleagues to develop impactful engagement activities.
Continuously evaluate participant feedback and engagement outcomes to improve future experiences.
Support the delivery of major institutional events, including Welcome Week and Graduation.

Requirements

Significant experience leading schools outreach, student recruitment, community engagement, or large-scale events programmes.
Proven ability to develop strategic frameworks, standards, and scalable operational models.
Strong understanding of recruitment pipelines, widening participation, and conversion activity.
Experience working successfully within complex or matrix environments.
Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
Strong analytical skills with experience using data to evaluate performance and inform strategy.
Ability to influence and lead colleagues without direct line management responsibility.
Outstanding communication and organisational skills.
You understand that great events are about more than logistics.
You recognise the impact that a school visit, an Open Day, or a Graduation ceremony can have on an individual's confidence, aspirations, and sense of belonging.
You are equally comfortable building long-term partnerships with schools and colleges as you are managing the delivery of complex events.
You bring a strategic mindset, strong stakeholder management skills, and a passion for creating exceptional experiences that leave a lasting impression.
You are excited by the opportunity to help young people discover futures within music, film, games, and the wider creative industries.

Skills

Event management
Stakeholder management
Relationship building
Analytical skills
Communication skills
Organisational skills
Project management

Location

Leeds
Liverpool
London

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Experienced

Salary/Compensations

Up to £36,692 per annum based on experience

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme
Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme with Royal London Pension
Cycle to Work Scheme
Enhanced Maternity and Adoption Pay
Enhanced Paternity Pay
Occupational Sick Pay
Healthcare Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Programme (Legal & General)
Group Income Protection (Legal & General)
Life Assurance (Legal & General)
Season Ticket Loans
Ride to Work Scheme
Staff Discounts – Short Courses 2025-2026
50% off ICMP courses

About the Company

AD Education UK is a growing network of leading creative education institutes in the UK.
The group’s institutions are united around strong values and sharing a vision for creativity and innovation within creative media education.
With over 40 years of pioneering and sector-leading experience, our graduates can be found throughout the music, film, games and wider creative media sectors, winning prestigious awards and employed within the highest echelons of their respective creative fields.
Our market-leading portfolio of schools includes The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP) and SAE Institute UK.
ADE celebrates diversity and values the power of individuality.
We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive, regardless of background or experience.
As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our students, empowering them to unleash their creativity and achieve their full potential.
We recognise that barriers still exist in access and success for underrepresented groups.
To improve the diversity of our academic team and help close these gaps, we strongly encourage applications from women, as well as individuals from global majority backgrounds and those with disabilities.
Your unique experiences and perspectives are not only welcomed but essential in shaping a more inclusive and representative creative industry.

Equal Opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
ADE is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
ADE is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.
Successful candidates will be required to obtain a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.