Performing Arts Programme Manager, WEBRECRUIT
Posted 1 day ago by Guardian Jobs
£36,421 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
London, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Performing Arts Programme Manager will lead the delivery of creative opportunities for young people aged 11–25 in various performing arts disciplines at an iconic venue in London. This full-time role is a 10-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave, focusing on empowering youth through artistic expression and skill development. The position involves collaboration with artists and industry partners to curate and manage a diverse range of programs and performances. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in coordinating performing arts activities and a passion for youth engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the delivery of a high-quality programme of creative opportunities for young people aged 11–25.
- Design and deliver imaginative projects, residencies, and showcases in theatre, spoken word, poetry, movement, and circus.
- Manage budgets, evaluation frameworks, and safeguarding practices.
- Coordinate public performances, sharings, and showcases at the venue and external locations.
- Lead communications with young people and support inclusive recruitment.
- Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to promote opportunities.
Key Skills:
- Experience of coordinating and leading varied programmes of Performing Arts activities and/or training programmes.
- Significant experience of programming creative activities for 11–25-year-olds.
- Experience of managing training and/or talent development programmes.
- Experience of coordinating a range of performance opportunities.
- Experience of working in culturally diverse settings.
- Excellent people management skills.
Salary (Rate): £36,420.80 yearly
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
The Organisation
Our client is on a mission to raise the creative potential of the UK. With an iconic music and arts venue, they offer the space to creatively experiment and develop skills. They are now looking for a Performing Arts Programme Manager to join them on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week, for a 10 month fixed-term contract (November 2025 to August 2026) to cover a period of maternity leave.
The Benefits
- Salary of £36,420.80 per annum (pro rata)
- 25 days’ holiday per year, plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Ability to buy up to 3 days’ annual leave
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to Work, Tech and Home Scheme
- Season Ticket Loan
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Health Cash Plan
- Group Life Assurance
- Staff discount at our client’s bar and café
- Complimentary staff tickets
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave
- Staff networks, forms and social groups
This is a thrilling opportunity for a visionary programme leader from the performing arts space with experience leading creative activities for young people to join our client’s iconic and boundary-pushing organisation. Imagine the impact of your work as you empower young people to discover their voice, hone their craft, and step confidently into the spotlight. From circus to spoken word, you’ll curate opportunities that don’t just build skills, they spark confidence, inspire collaboration, and open doors to futures that might have felt out of reach. So, if you’re ready to bring your vision to an iconic stage, apply today and help our client inspire the next generation of performers.
The Role
As the Performing Arts Programme Manager, you will lead the delivery of an exciting, high-quality programme of creative opportunities for young people aged 11–25 across theatre, spoken word, poetry, movement, and circus. You’ll work with artists, tutors, and creative industry partners to design and deliver imaginative projects, residencies, and showcases, supporting young people to develop their skills and confidence. From producing performances and cross-arts collaborations to championing youth voice and leadership initiatives, you’ll be at the heart of making our client’s organisation a space where creativity and progression thrive.
Additionally, you will:
- Manage budgets, evaluation frameworks, and safeguarding practices
- Co-ordinate public performances, sharings, and showcases at our client’s organisation and external venues
- Lead communications with young people and support inclusive recruitment
- Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to promote opportunities
About You
To be considered as a Performing Arts Programme Manager, you will need:
- Experience of co-ordinating and leading varied programmes of Performing Arts activities and/or training programmes
- Significant experience of programming creative activities for 11–25-year-olds
- Experience of managing training and/or talent development programmes
- Experience of co-ordinating a range of performance opportunities
- Experience of working in culturally diverse settings
- Excellent people management skills
Application Deadline : midnight on Tuesday 23rd September 2025
Interviews : Tuesday 14th October and Wednesday 22nd October 2025
Other organisations may call this role Arts Programme Manager, Performing Arts Manager, Theatre Programme Manager, Creative Programme Manager, Youth Arts Programme Manager, Cultural Programme Manager, or Youth Engagement Manager.
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