Gig Buddies Project Coordinator – Brighton & Hove
- 15 hours per week (with potential to increase depending on project needs)
- Temporary 12-month contract (with the intention to extend, subject to funding)
- Salary: £26,166 FTE / £10,466 pro rata
- Location: Hybrid working – office based in Hove, with flexibility
- Closing date: 5pm, Friday 5th September (please note: we may close early if we receive a high volume of applications)
- Interviews: Week of 15th September
About the Role
We’re looking for a new Project Coordinator to help deliver and develop our Gig Buddies project in Brighton & Hove.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Recruiting, training and supporting volunteers
- Matching volunteers with people with learning disabilities or autistic people based on shared interests
- Facilitating group sessions, including training, advisory groups and evening social events
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Is passionate about inclusion and social justice
- Is friendly, enthusiastic and brings warmth and energy to their work
- Has great organisational skills, attention to detail and meets deadlines
- Is self-motivated and confident working independently and as part of a small team
- Has strong admin skills and enjoys juggling a variety of tasks
- Brings a sense of fun to everything they do
Experience working with people with learning disabilities or autistic people is ideal—but not essential if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and especially encourage applications from people of colour, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and others from underrepresented communities.
Why Work with Us?
Stay Up Late is a small charity with a big impact. We’re nationally—and internationally—recognised for our innovative, inclusive approach. You’ll be part of a passionate, supportive team that’s committed to helping people with learning disabilities live the lives they choose.
How to Apply
Please find the job pack and application form on our website - https://stayuplate.org/news/join-our-team-gig-buddies-project-coordinator-brighton-hove
As well as a standard application form, we’d love to get a sense of who you are—so we’re asking applicants to record a 60-second video telling us:
Why you’d be great for this role
What makes your heart sing?
We’re not judging video quality—just looking to get a feel for you as a person. A quick video filmed on your phone is perfect!
Want to know more?
If you’d like an informal chat about the role, please get in touch:
[email protected] | 07783 810036
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: From £10,466.00 per year
Expected hours: 15 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Brighton BN1 3XG
Application deadline: 05/09/2025
