Job Description

Wild Rumpus CIC is seeking a Volunteer and Skills-sharing Coordinator to join their Creative Development team. Based in the beautiful woods of Cheshire (near Stockport), Wild Rumpus is a social enterprise that produces extraordinary outdoor arts events, including the renowned Just So Festival.

This is a part-time, 9-month fixed-term role (2 days per week) starting in March 2026. It is designed for someone who is as comfortable with a spreadsheet as they are in a pair of wellies. You will be the primary point of contact for a diverse community of volunteers, placements, and emerging makers, ensuring their journey from recruitment to on-site delivery is supportive, educational, and inspiring.

Key Responsibilities

Community Coordination: Manage the end-to-end journey for volunteers and emerging producers, from initial recruitment to on-site induction.
Event Delivery: Act as the “on-the-ground galvanizer” during live events, specifically leading volunteer management at Just So Festival 2026.
Administration & Logistics: Use project management tools and spreadsheets to create complex rotas, manage databases, and coordinate schedules.
Skills Development: Plan and deliver workshops, training sessions, and skill-sharing touchpoints to help volunteers grow their professional capabilities.
Welfare & Pastoral Care: Provide dedicated support to volunteers, ensuring their access requirements are met and their wellbeing is prioritized.
Digital Engagement: Manage the volunteer Facebook page and Mailchimp newsletters, working with the communications team to tell the story of the Wild Rumpus community.

About You

Essential Skills:

Event Experience: Proven background working on live events, festivals, or large-scale outdoor productions.
People Management: Experience in recruiting and supporting staff or volunteers with a focus on community building.
Operational Excellence: Strong organizational skills with experience in scheduling, creating rotas, and navigating on-site issues.
Digital Literacy: Confident using databases and digital project management systems.
Values-Led: A kind, empathetic approach with a clear commitment to safeguarding, inclusivity, and staff welfare.

Desirable:

Direct experience working specifically on festival sites or in outdoor/nature-based environments.

Role Details & Benefits

Salary: £26,500 pro rata per annum (approx. £10,600 for the 2-day/week contract).
Contract: 9-month fixed term (March – November 2026), with potential for permanency.
Extended Hours: During live event periods (e.g., 10 days on-site for Just So Festival), additional days will be required and will be paid accordingly.
Location: Hybrid/Outdoor (Office near Stockport/Cheshire).

Diversity & Representation in the UK Arts Sector

Wild Rumpus is a Community Interest Company (CIC) committed to social impact. The UK outdoor arts and festival sector is currently focusing on several key representation goals:

The Festival Landscape in 2026

In 2026, the festival industry is deeply focused on Sustainable Production and Wellbeing.

Green Skills: Volunteers are no longer just “stewards”; they are often trained in environmental impact monitoring and circular economy practices on-site.
The “Experience” Economy: Participants are looking for deeper engagement. This role’s focus on “skill-sharing” reflects a shift where volunteering is viewed as a high-value exchange of knowledge rather than just free labor.

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