SJE Volunteer Steward
We are looking for stewards and first aiders to join the SJE family and assist with the delivery of front-of-house operations. Stewards are very much at the heart of the SJE team, responsible for welcoming and looking after our audiences.
Core tasks (volunteers can opt in or out of any of the following):
- Box office: checking and selling tickets, selling programmes and CDs for performers
- Ushering: welcoming visitors to the venue, assisting with seat allocations and general queries from the public
- Bar: selling drinks/snacks
- Health and safety: in an event emergency, helping to evacuate the venue
- Assisting with clearing up after the concert
- First aid (qualification needed)
Benefits: SJE Volunteer Stewards are seated and able to watch the performance for free, plus they receive occasional invitations to concerts and are invited to volunteer parties and events. They are usually required for 3-4 hours per concert.
For more information, please email Phil at sje.stewards@ssho.ac.uk
SJE Concert Manager (occasional)
We are looking for occasional concert managers to support the growing number of concerts at SJE Arts. The Concert Manager’s role is to ensure the smooth running of concerts, attend to performers and oversee managing the front of house activities on concert days.
Core tasks:
- Setting up the venue on concert days
- Being the primary point of contact for artists/promoters on the day
- Managing the front-of-house operations, including supervision of concert bar and staff
- Ensuring a smooth-running performance day, including managing health and safety operations and evacuating in the event of an emergency
- Supervising the clear up at the end of the performances
Concert Managers are paid and are usually expected for 10-12 hours (including a break) for any concert. First Aid training is essential and will be provided if required.
For more information or to apply, please email michele.smith@ssho.ac.uk
SJE Stage Technicians (occasional)
We are looking for technicians to help with venue changes before and after concerts and recordings.
Core tasks:
- Assembling staging for performances and recordings
- Positioning the Steinway piano (on its wheeled platform)
- Setting audience seating
- Replacing the altar and other church furniture after performances
Stage technicians are paid a fixed fee for the first two hours, with additional paid hours as and when required. They are often needed for late evening shifts, after concerts.
For more information or to apply, please email michele.smith@ssho.ac.uk