Job Description

About the role

The School Partnerships Manager will work with the Director and the Programmes Manager to develop a strong and sustainable approach to income generation through school partnerships for Artis. The primary focus will be initiating new partnerships with primary/secondary schools, managing a portfolio of ongoing relationships with DGLTD partner schools, renewal of existing contracts, and contributing to marketing and communications efforts.

Who we are looking for?

We're looking for someone who:

Is a confident and self-driven individual and meticulous planner, with experience of the education sector/and or sales and partnerships. Is an effective communicator, who has a warm and friendly manner and positive approach that makes them great at building relationships with schools and partners. Can demonstrate a strong understanding of the education sector and is highly motivated to bring high-quality arts and cultural opportunities to children across England. Is flexible and solutions-focused, with an adaptable approach to their work and a positive, open approach to collaborating with and supporting others. Excellent written and administrative skills with strong attention to detail. Is able to confidently and effectively work remotely but also be a teamplayer which is key in our small team. Excellent time management.
School Partnerships Manager

Key Accountabilities:
Partnership and income development:

Focus on initiating, developing, and maintaining partnerships with primary schools, academies, and trusts. Be the first point of contact for schools or organisations interested in DGLTD' programmes, effectively communicating their benefits. Lead on school contract renewals with support from the Programmes Manager. Build and manage a network of relationships leading to opportunities for programme and project engagement. Use networking opportunities to promote the DGLTD portfolio. Contribute to and stay updated with income generation strategiesthrough school partnerships. Achieve annual targets for new business and renewals as agreed withthe Director. Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing partner schoolsto ensure ongoing engagement and satisfaction. Programme delivery: Manage a portfolio of Artis partner schools, acting as the main point of contact for queries and ensuring ongoing satisfaction. Alongside the Programmes Manager, coordinate emergency and prearranged cover for our creative learning specialists, and support the recruitment of new specialists. Evaluation: Liaise with schools and other partners to obtain and collate data and feedback that supports the evaluation of DGLTD' programme. Training: Support year-round live and online training opportunities for the creative learning specialists. Stay informed on issues affecting the arts, education and charity sectors. Be an exemplary ambassador for DGLTD, promoting positive relationsinternally and with partners and schools. Maintain accurate records on CRM databases (Salesforce) and ensureinternal specialist requests for clothing and stickers are stocked andaccurately recorded. Have a clear understanding of GDPR and the Data Protection Act andtheir implications for partnership management.
Person Specification

Essential

Experience of relationship management. Good organisation and project management skills. Proactive approach to time and task management. Team player, comfortable working remotely as part of a high-functioningteam. Excellent research and reporting skills. Confident and professional verbal and written communicator. Positive, proactive, and solution-focused approach to overcomingchallenges. Excellent IT skills, fluent with Apple Macs, MS Office, and Zoom.Desirable Understanding of the needs of primary schools, teachers, pupils, and trends within the education sector. Experience of using Salesforce, Mailchimp and SurveyMonkey. Sales experience within the arts education and/or primary school sector. Experience of supporting performing arts educators to deliver learningactivities for children.Benefits Health care: Access to Medicash health care benefits. Team Building: Participate in regular team socials throughout the year. Leave: 25 days annual leave plus an additional day per year of employment, plus bank holidays, and a mental health day. Wellbeing: Benefit from strong wellbeing policies, including a variety of wellbeing initiatives throughout the year. Pension Scheme: Enrolment in a contributory pension scheme.
Between 28,000 - 32,000 (depending on experience)
Full time, permanent
37.5 hours, Monday - Friday plus occasional overnight stays, weekend and evening work as required. We operate a TOIL (time off in lieu) system.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,221.95-31,058.41 per year

Experience:

Business development: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person