ADE UK Schools and Engagement Events Manager

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. 

• 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.

• Use insight, data and feedback to identify trends, opportunities and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement a national schools engagement strategy that supports institutional objectives and long-term growth.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of student engagement and events strategies across the organisation.
• Ensure all activities support organisational objectives, student experience priorities and inclusive practice.
• Champion innovative approaches to engagement and event delivery.

• 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.
• Most importantly, you are excited by the opportunity to help young people discover futures within music, film, games and the wider creative industries.

• 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 that showcase opportunities within the creative industries.
• 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 at every touchpoint.
• Work collaboratively with Marketing, Admissions and Recruitment colleagues to develop impactful engagement activities that support student decision-making.
• Continuously evaluate participant feedback and engagement outcomes to improve future experiences.
  

• Demonstrable experience developing or contributing to engagement, outreach or event strategies.
• Demonstrable ability to balance strategic planning with successful operational delivery.
• Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-management skills.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• Experience using feedback, evaluation and data to improve engagement outcomes.

• Experience within a creative, arts, media or specialist education environment.
• Experience delivering Open Days, applicant events or student recruitment events.
• Experience supporting Welcome Week, induction programmes or Graduation ceremonies.
• Knowledge of widening participation, access initiatives or student engagement practice.
• Experience working across multiple campuses or locations.
• Experience using CRM systems such as Salesforce or similar platforms

Don't miss this opportunity to inspire the next generation of creative talent!

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.

Note: 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.