Head of Creative Communities, Leeds Playhouse

Are you a compassionate and creative individual looking to join the Leeds Playhouse in the new role of Head of Creative Communities? Do you want to directly oversee our Creative Communities activities?

This comprises programmes for:

• older people – including Heydays, the longest running programme of its kind
• communities – connecting with key areas and partners in the city
• people with learning disabilities – including Buzz Creative Arts Course and Beautiful Octopus Club – a nightclub for adults with learning disabilities
• families – a new area that we are keen to develop

You will be responsible for leading, contributing to and coordinating a wide range of projects for all audiences and participants, as well as acting as a link between partners in the city and the Playhouse. You will also ensure that our department is working as efficiently and effectively as possible to support and connect with the diverse communities of Leeds.

This is a new permanent role within one of the largest participatory departments in a producing theatre in the north of England. The role is full time but we are open to hearing from people interested in part time or job sharing. Pay: £30k per year if full time.

To find out more about this role, please visit Job Opportunities - Leeds Playhouse to download our job pack and apply.

The closing date for applications is 10am, Monday 10 January. 1st round interviews are planned for w/c 24 January 2022. There may be a 2nd round planned for w/c 31 January 2022.

If you are interested in the job but not sure if it is right for you, or if you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process, please contact Alexander Ferris, Associate Director – Creative Engagement on alex.ferris@leedsplayhouse.org.uk or call the theatre 0113 2137700.

For more information visit https://www.artsjobs.org.uk/index.php?id=25&ne_source=weeklyjobs&ne_post_id=295146