FACT Liverpool is proud to be a disability confident employer which is a government scheme supporting employers in ensuring disabled people, and those with long term health conditions, are able reach their full potential within their organisation. The scheme will help us to ensure we are doing our very best in increasing our reach when recruiting and giving as many people as possible the opportunity to be a part of our team.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we have committed to:

• ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• advertising vacancies and other opportunities through organisations and media aimed particularly at disabled people
• offering an interview to disabled people who declare they have a disability and who meet the minimum criteria for the job
• anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• providing disability awareness equality training in our induction process
• supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work
• guiding staff to information and advice on mental health support
• providing an environment that is inclusive and accessible for staff, clients and audiences

All candidates will be asked if they wish to declare a disability on the application form for a vacancy at FACT Liverpool.

You can download our Disability Confident Commitment below:

• Disability Confident Commitment (Black text on white background)
• Disability Confident Commitment (Large print)
• Disability Confident Commitment (Black text on colour background)

Our Values

Friendly → we are warm and welcoming, a social space for people, conversations and interaction

Curious → we encourage people to be curious, to question, experience new things and to find out more about the world around them

Transformative → we champion radical visions, diverse voices and are open to new ideas

Responsive → we are responsive to others and their communities, recognising our power to create and share positive change

Who We Are

We are a friendly hard-working team of 45 staff from differing backgrounds and experience levels, who share a passion for film, art and technology. People are at the centre of FACT and we value all of the individuals that share our story - the team, the artists and the visitors. FACT is structured into teams:
 

• Director's Office
• Programme (Exhibitions, Learning & Studio/Lab)
• Marketing & Communications
• Development
• Operations (Building, Visitor Services & Finance)

Together, we work collaboratively to deliver memorable experiences for diverse local and global audiences. We share our building with Picturehouse, a separate company, who operate the cinema and bar and with whom we work closely to give visitors a great experience.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

FACT Liverpool is committed to reducing our carbon footprint through;

• Defining FACT’s carbon footprint
• Measuring and calculating
• Targeted goals to reduce

Benefits & Perks

As well as being able to work with creative people across an exciting and diverse range of projects, we provide a number of benefits and perks to improve the quality of life at FACT and at home.

• Private Healthcare Plan
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline
• Extended Holiday Allowance
• Company Pension Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Training and Support
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Travel Passes

Recruitment

FACT Liverpool cares about diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly from those who have Black, Asian or Global Ethnic Majority heritage, who identify as D/deaf, disabled, LGBTQIA+, and/or who are from lower socio-economic backgrounds. FACT welcomes bringing the whole person to work, and we understand that each of us brings our experiences and our own uniqueness to what we do. Supporting our FACT team means they are not appointed to represent specific groups. You can read our policy for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on our website → fact.co.uk/edi

We are committed to providing equal access to everyone, so if you require any adjustments or assistance with the application or interview process, please contact: recruitment@fact.co.uk

Please note FACT Liverpool is not registered to sponsor employees to work in the UK. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of applying for vacancies at FACT Liverpool.

Volunteering, Internships and Work Experience

FACT does not currently have a volunteer programme and we are unable to offer student internships or work experience placements to people under the age of 18. Any future opportunities will be advertised on the jobs section of the website, within our newsletter and across our social media channels. We are unable to accept applications to volunteer, intern or work experience placements in the meantime.

Job FAQs

Q: What makes a good Cover Letter?

A: A good cover letter lets us know how your experience and skills match the job requirements that feature in the job description. We are keen to know why you are interested in working at FACT, what you can bring to a role and what you hope the role can offer you.

Q: Can I apply for a vacancy at FACT, if I haven’t worked directly in that type of role or in an arts organisation before?

A: Yes, we welcome bringing the whole person to work, and we understand that each of us brings our experiences and our own uniqueness to what we do. We welcome applications from people with transferable skills and encourage you to let us know in your cover letter and CV how your experience could meet the job requirements of the role at FACT. 

Q: Can I submit my application in a different format?

A: We aim to create an equal and accessible application process. We welcome applications in different formats, such as large print, audio or video applications. If your require any adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact: recruitment@fact.co.uk

Q: Are the full-time vacancies open to job shares or part-time hours?

A: We will list if a role is open to job-share or part-time applications within the recruitment pack.

Q: Can I send you my CV if there aren’t any current vacancies?

A: We do not hold CV’s on file, so encourage you to check our current vacancies or sign up to our newsletter to stay up to date with job opportunities at FACT.

Q: Do you sponsor work visas at FACT?

A: FACT is unable to sponsor work visas, so candidates would need to have the right to work in the UK at the time of applying.