Weston Placemaking Programme Manager INTERNAL ONLY

This vacancy is only open to North Somerset Council employees and agency workers contracted to North Somerset Council.

About Us

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Sustainable Places and Growth, the Weston Placemaking Manager will lead a small team in driving forward the SuperWeston Placemaking programme, focusing on collaboration and partnership working to deliver high priority regeneration projects and develop the council’s cultural programme. This will include programme / project management of programmes such as the Levelling Up Fund, as well as strategically positioning the council’s assets, concessions, and events activity.

The postholder will develop the significant synergies between the curation of cultural assets, concessions and spaces and placemaking projects delivery to maximise the value of the product and experience that Weston provides, supported by a compelling approach to brand, communications and engagement. They will ensure strong governance and matrix management to align internal and external partners behind the programme, ethos and brand.

Key responsibilities:

• Leadership of a multi-disciplinary team to provide strategy, delivery of projects and curation of communications, cultural activity and events.
• Matrix managing delivery through council services to deliver placemaking outcomes in Weston.
• Owning, using and developing the Weston Placemaking Strategy, the SuperWeston brand identity and communication strategies and platforms to broadcast Weston’s product to attract funding and investment.
• Working positively and proactively with public, private and voluntary sector partners to align and influence projects and campaigns to support the overall intent of the Weston Placemaking for the good of the town
• Developing, securing funding for and acting as client for delivery of a set of projects that meet the Weston vision in the Placemaking Strategy and constitute the council’s contribution to the Weston product.
• Cultivating and leading proactive strategic relationships and partnerships with major institutional stakeholders to deliver investment and placemaking in Weston.
• Ensuring the use, development, branding and management of the council’s cultural assets and concessions are curated to be properly aligned to and maximise their contribution to Weston Placemaking objectives and are financially sustainable.
• Leading the development of a strategically aligned programme of cultural and visitor events within the town to support placemaking objectives

Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

Work Style

At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.

This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:

• 2-3 days in the office
• Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.
• Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.

About You

We are looking for an individual with significant placemaking and partnership-working experience, including experience of capital project delivery.

Please see the Person Specification for full information; key requirements include:

• Educated to degree or equivalent standard in a related subject.
• An approved professional qualification relevant to Project /Programme Management or delivering communication and marketing campaigns.
• Significant post qualification experience in delivering complex and challenging multi-faceted projects, to give knowledge and understanding equivalent to a further advanced qualification in the service area.
• Demonstrable skills in eliciting cooperation from a wide variety of sources including, senior management, sub-regional partners and other organisations and agencies.
• Significant experience in managing others, including other professionals, in a multi discipline and/or integrated setting.
• Extensive experience in service development and embedding improvements into work methodologies through projects.
• Knowledge and understanding of resourcing including procurement, contract, financial and staff management

What we offer

At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Local Government Pension
• Opportunities for professional development
• Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
• Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
• Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes

Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.

How to apply

If you share our vision and valuesand are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact information

For further information about the role, please contact Jenny Ford, Head of Sustaiable Places & Growth at jenny.ford@n-somerset.gov.uk.

Important information

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Interview date: Wednesday 25 March 2026.

Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.

Equal Opportunities

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received