Job Description

Applications will only be considered if applied directly through the RAD Careers Portal at https://radar.ciphr-irecruit.com/applicants/vacancy/194/Step-Forward-Programme-Officer?m=2

About the role

You will be responsible for the effective roll out of the first full year of Step Forward, a new offering for the Step into Dance programme in the form of a short dance taster programme suitable for young people aged 11-18 with little-to-no dance experience, delivered in secondary schools and youth clubs across London and Essex as part of our mission to widen participation in the wider Step into Dance programme. This is a fixed term opportunity until 31st July 2026.

As a Step Forward Programme Officer you will be

:

Creating and implementing a participation recruitment plan to secure groups and ensure their continued participation in future programmes Working with the Step into Dance Communications and Engagement Officer to develop relationships with new and existing partners and creating programme copies for websites and social media Working with the Step into Dance Programme Manager to organise training for Step into Dance freelance practitioners Leading the full booking process for the Step Forward programme Leading on the full evaluation of the pilot of the Step Forward Programme and suggest programme developments Keeping accurate financial records for project area and ensure the project is delivered within budget Carrying out visits to prospective schools and youth groups to solicit signups and visiting sessions to monitor delivery

Our ideal candidate will have:

Experience of motivating, working with and developing relationships with external stakeholders Experience and/or knowledge of working with Secondary schools and youth organisations Experience of monitoring and evaluating projects for reporting purposes Experience of working within project budgets Understanding of different dance genres Enthusiasm and commitment to improving the lives of young people through the arts A willingness to work weekends and evening as per the needs of the role and travel to Schools and Youth Organisations across London and Essex
We are passionate about providing a positive workplace culture. While time in our accessible London (Wandsworth / Battersea) office will be required, we operate a hybrid model of in-person and remote working. Staff discounts on dance and fitness classes and wellbeing resources, plus events and volunteering opportunities enhance the RAD experience, as well as a range of lunchtime activities including book club, dance, Pilates and a craft club.

We also offer 25 days paid holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays and a birthday day off, contributory pension scheme, access to the Perkbox discounts platform - including an Employee Assistance Programme, WeCare scheme, Bupa cash plan, life assurance, season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme.

Due to the nature of the RAD's work, the successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications which do not include a full employment history and reference details will not be taken forward to the shortlisting stage.

All colleagues are required to promote and safeguard the welfare of children they are responsible for, or come into contact with, and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the RADs Safeguarding Policy at all times.

We encourage and welcome applications from people with a disability, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.

Please let us know if you have any access needs for the interview.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and bring relevant documents if invited to attend an interview. We are unable to sponsor people under the Skilled Worker scheme.

No agencies please.

OUR VALUES:

WE ARE

Exceptional Together - working collaboratively to achieve exceptional outcomes. Creative Innovators - at the forefront of new artistic ideas and approaches. Champions of wellbeing - providing a supportive environment and promoting the wellbeing of the dance community. Open to all - removing barriers to participation. Happy to help - providing excellent customer service and being helpful and friendly.

To find out more about the RAD please visit our website: https://www.royalacademyofdance.org/

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: 23,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/07/2025
Reference ID: SiD Programme Officer