Job Description

Memberships and Partnerships Executive (part-time)

16,200 per annum (actual salary) (27,000 per annum FTE)

Fixed-term contract for 18 months (possibility of this being extended)

22.5 hours per week (to be worked over 3-5 days per week)

52 weeks (not term time only)

About Us

Elmhurst Ballet School is a highly successful vocational ballet boarding school associated with Birmingham Royal Ballet and is based one mile from the city centre in Edgbaston. Students are equipped with the skills, resilience and creativity to succeed and make a difference in the professional dance world and beyond. Our philosophy is Live, Dance, Learn; supporting excellence in dance, excellence in health and wellbeing and excellence in academic study. Our aim is to train and educate students in classical ballet and other dance styles to such a high standard that graduates go on to dance for Birmingham Royal Ballet and other national and international dance companies.

The school offers boarding facilities with around 120 students living on site and a further 80 Sixth Form students living in accommodation nearby.

The Job Role

We are recruiting for a

Memberships and Partnerships Executive

who will play a key role in growing philanthropic and corporate support for Elmhurst Ballet School. This newly created role is target-driven and will focus on increasing membership enrolments, strengthen retention, and secure new corporate sponsorships. As part of the Development Team, you will champion excellent member and partner relationships, drive income growth, and contribute to the wider success of our fundraising strategy. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team. This is a part-time role working 22.5 hours per week, over 3-5 days per week, and may include occasional evening and weekend working.

Why work for us?

Elmhurst is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its care and expect all staff to share this commitment. It is essential that staff establish a good rapport with young people and are able to work effectively as part of a team. We also encourage candidates to consider whether they have any skills or hobbies which could be used to benefit staff and students alike reaching beyond their day to day duties.

We offer:

a strong focus on staff care and wellbeing access to 24/7 virtual GP consultation Employee Assistance Programme 24-hour counselling helpline and health and medical information service free on-site car parking lunch in our bistro during working hours (term time) encouragement to develop your professional career in a committed and supportive environment the opportunity to work with a coach or mentor access to our on-site gym (outside of timetabled student classes) opportunities to see dance and theatre productions free of charge whilst chaperoning students enthusiastic and ambitious pupils who are keen to learn a highly effective, hardworking and supportive staff team

Additional Information

For the job description and application pack, please visit the Elmhurst Ballet School website www.elmhurstballetschool.org > About Us > Work With us.

For general enquiries please contact reception on 0121 415 2881.

CV's cannot be accepted and we kindly request no contact from employment agencies.

Closing Date -

Thursday 10th July at midday

Interview Date

- Thursday 17th July 2025

Please note we will communicate any interview arrangements with you via email, so please check your email (including Spam/Junk).

Please contact reception on 0121 415 2881 if you need the application form in an alternative format.

Elmhurst Ballet School aims to be an equal opportunities employer and is committed to upholding the safety and welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to child protection screening including reference checks with previous employers and a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 16,200.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

Discounted or free food On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/07/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025