ADE UK Schools and 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. 

ADE UK School and Events Manager

 Location: Leeds I Liverpool I London
 Contract Type: Full-time- 37 hours per week
 Salary: Up to £36,692 per annum based on experience
 Closing Date: 19th August 2026 (interviews will be commencing shortly, so the advert may close earlier if a successful candidate is appointed)

We're looking for an experienced and strategic Schools and Events Manager to lead the development and delivery of our national schools outreach and recruitment events programme.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in attracting the next generation of students by building meaningful relationships with schools, colleges, community organisations and key stakeholders across the UK. You'll lead the strategic direction of outreach and recruitment events, ensuring activities are impactful, inclusive, data-driven and aligned with institutional recruitment objectives.

Working closely with the Head of Events and colleagues across Recruitment, Admissions and Access & Participation, you'll create national frameworks and standards that support consistent, high-quality experiences across our campuses.

About The Role

As Schools and Events Manager, you will:

• Lead the institution-wide schools, colleges and community outreach strategy.
• Identify and develop relationships with priority schools, colleges, music hubs and community organisations.
• Oversee the planning and delivery of outreach programmes, recruitment events, UCAS fairs and higher education exhibitions.
• Develop national event frameworks, standards, toolkits and guidance to ensure a consistent and engaging experience.
• Provide functional leadership and specialist support to campus-based Events Officers, outreach teams and student ambassadors.
• Work closely with Recruitment and Admissions teams to support pipeline development, conversion activity and enrolment targets.
• Use data and insight to evaluate event performance, drive continuous improvement and inform strategic decision-making.
• Ensure all outreach and events activity meets safeguarding, compliance, health and safety requirements.
• Support the delivery of key institutional events and act as a senior operational lead at flagship events when required.

About you

You'll be a collaborative and influential professional with a passion for outreach, student recruitment and delivering exceptional event experiences.

Essential Requirements

• 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.

Desirable

• Experience within higher education, further education or a related sector.
• Knowledge of Access and Participation Plans (APPs).
• Experience representing an organisation at external events, fairs and professional networks.
• Experience using CRM systems such as Salesforce and event management platforms.

For more information please see the job description here

Like much of the creative sector, ADE celebrates diversity and values the power of individuality. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive, regardless of background or experience.

As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our students, empowering them to unleash their creativity and achieve their full potential. However, we recognise that barriers still exist in access and success for underrepresented groups. To improve the diversity of our academic team and help close these gaps, we strongly encourage applications from women, as well as individuals from global majority backgrounds and those with disabilities.

Your unique experiences and perspectives are not only welcomed but essential in shaping a more inclusive and representative creative industry.

Closing Date: Wednesday, 19th August 2026 at 11.59pm

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.

Employee Assistance Programme

Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme with Royal London Pension

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Maternity and Adoption Pay

Enhanced Paternity Pay

Occupational Sick Pay

Healthcare Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme (Legal & General)

Group Income Protection (Legal & General)

Life Assurance (Legal & General)

Season Ticket Loans 

Ride to Work Scheme

Staff Discounts – Short Courses 2025-2026

50% off ICMP courses