Events Officer - AD Education

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 and SAE Institute UK.

Requirements

JOB TITLE: Events Officer - AD Education

LOCATION: Leeds (with travel across the North of England and other campuses)

TEAM: Marketing & Events

REPORTS TO: Head of Events

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent

GRADE & SALARY: Grade 6

• Up to £28,233 (based on skills, experience, and qualifications)
  
  

CLOSING DATE: Sunday 31st August 2025

INTERVIEW DATE: Wednesday 3rd September 2025

About The Role

Are you a proactive, organised individual with a passion for the creative industries and education? Do you thrive in a hands-on role where no two days are the same?

We're looking for an Events Officer to join our dynamic Marketing and Events Team at ICMP & SAE, based at our Leeds campus. You'll play a key role in delivering high-impact recruitment and student experience events across Leeds and the wider North of England.

From Open Days and Experience Days to Graduation Ceremonies and community showcases, you'll help create memorable experiences for prospective and current students—while building strong relationships with schools, colleges, and creative hubs.

Key Responsibilities

Working closely with the Head of Events, Campus Manager, and Recruitment & Admissions Team, you'll lead on the coordination and delivery of:

Recruitment Events

• Open Days and Evenings
• Experience Days
• UCAS and HE Fairs
• School Workshops and Tours
  
  

Student Experience Events

• Freshers Week
• Guest Speaker and Masterclass Programmes
• Graduation Ceremonies
• End-of-Year Showcases and Songwriter Circles
• Student-led initiatives and enrichment activities
  
  

You'll also support wider business objectives, including Summer Schools, Non-Accredited Courses (NAC), and international school partner events.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who:

• Has experience in event coordination and logistics
• Communicates confidently and clearly, with strong public speaking skills
• passionate about creative education and student engagement
• Is proactive, organised, and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Is flexible and willing to travel, including evenings and weekends
• Has a valid UK driving license (essential)
  
  

Desirable:

• Experience in live events, stage management, or technical support
• Familiarity with tools like Eventbrite, Zoom, Canva, and CRM systems
• Knowledge of the higher education landscape, especially in creative subjects
  
  

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in event management within a creative and supportive environment. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and the power of education to transform lives.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact: [email protected].

Further details: Job Description can be found here.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 31st August 2025.

Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 3rd September 2025

Equality of Opportunity

AD Education has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. Its mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.

Safeguarding

AD Education is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all students and expects its staff to share this commitment.

Benefits

Long Service Award Policy

Enhanced Maternity and Adoption Pay

Healthcare Cash Plan via Healthshield

Employee Assistance Program.

Auto-Enrolment Pension scheme with Royal London ADE will match your contributions up to 3% of your salary.

Cycle to work scheme.

Life Assurance (Legal & General)

Enhanced Paternity Pay

Occupational Sick Pay

Group Income Protection (Legal & General)

Season Ticket Loans

Staff Discounts - Short Courses 2025-2026

3 business closure days in addition to 33 days of entitled AL inclusive of public/bank holidays