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Fair Play Associate Creative Director – Liverpool Everyman Playhouse Theatres, closes 18 Sept ’25

RTYDS is committed to the development of directors and theatre makers as cultural leaders, and their Fair Play Associate Creative Director Residency sees regional building-based theatre companies partnering with them to host a mid-career working class or low socio-economic background director or theatre maker for 18 months.

There continues to be a significant lack of diversity in those who lead organisations. If only 13% of workers in the arts sector come from working class or low socio-economic backgrounds, the percentage of those in leadership positions is even lower.

The structures, practices, and models that dominate our industry continue to exclude, undervalue, and limit opportunities for artists from these backgrounds. There is a pressing need to provide progression routes for people from working class and low socio-economic backgrounds that continue to be under-represented in the arts.

This is why we’re partnering with RTYDS, along with two other regional theatres, to lead this industry change and support mid-career artists from working class and low socio-economic background to thrive as artistic leaders.

At each theatre the successful candidate will join the senior management team, contribute to the strategic planning and delivery of the theatre’s artistic programme, and direct a mid-scale production. They will develop their craft as a director while learning about the role of an artistic or creative director in cultural leadership.

They will also join RTYDS for (20%) of their residency to deepen their understanding of the sector on a national level, as well as build relationships with other regional theatres and contribute to class equity advocacy work.

Find out more and apply with the job pack here

Expression of Interest

If you would like to express an interest in one of the Fair Play Associate Artistic Director Residencies, you can either send a written application, or a video or an audio file via WeTransfer.

If you would like to complete a written application, please go to this online form. To apply via video or audio, please send an mp3 or mp4 file (no more than four minutes) via WeTransfer to application@rtyds.co.uk
answering the following questions:

• Name
• Email
• Where you are based
• Short expression of interest, telling them:
– What do you hope to gain from the residency?
– Tell us more about why you are interested in leadership.
– If you could launch a campaign or commission a piece about class inequity, what would it be and why?
– How would you like theatre in the North West to develop over the coming years?

For both written and video applications, they ask that you also email your:

• CV
• Access Rider (as appropriate)

Please send these to application@rtyds.co.uk (preferably in Word or PDF format).

Closing date: 18 September

Youth Choir Director (Freelance) – Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir, closes 15 Sept ’25

Are you a passionate choral leader with a talent for inspiring young singers?

Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir Director (Freelance) invites a dynamic, highly experienced, and visionary choral professional to lead Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir- an ensemble of enthusiastic and talented singers aged 14–19, as their Youth Choir Director.

As Youth Choir director, you will be responsible for conducting rehearsals and performances, leading the wider choral team, artistic programming, and creating an inspiring, educational and youth-centered environment for young singers to thrive.

For more information and how to apply, please follow this link: /media/581486/liverpool-philharmonic-youth-choir-director-draft-1.pdf

The closing date for applications is Friday 26 September at 5pm.

Assistant, Finance (FCS18) – Arts Council (North West), closes 3 Sept ’25

Assistant, Finance (FCS18)

Contract: Permanent, working 21 hours per week (Arts Council also recognises the benefit of flexible working as a valued part of the way we work, and welcome applications from individuals who require flexibility)

Salary: £27,401 (pro rata) per annum plus benefits including a final salary pension scheme, generous annual leave, and flexible and hybrid working.

Location: Manchester (The role will be based in Manchester; however, we are operating a hybrid way of working and support our staff to make use of remote working options when combined with regular on-site contact days with other members of the team, normally 1-2 days a week)

Arts Council England is looking for an experienced Assistant, Finance to join our inclusive and collaborative team in Manchester. The full-time role offers an attractive benefits package, including a salary of £27,401 (pro rata) per annum.

You’ll work flexibly across the financial accounts function, working with the Officers in the Financial Accounts team, but will lead on specific areas of work that cover purchase ledger, accounts receivables and payments.

In your first few weeks, you will engage in these tasks:

Checking and processing supplier invoices.
Creating new supplier accounts and maintaining existing account details.
Reconciling supplier statements.
Supporting staff with expenses, including administering the procurement card system.
Carrying out quality assurance checks on staff expense claims in line with Arts Council policy.
Being a first point of contact for relevant queries.

To succeed in the role, you will need experience working in a finance function in a medium-sized organisation, and experience using a range of financial accounting systems and MS Excel. You will also need the following:

The ability to investigate financial queries as directed.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to build good working relationships.
Adept at planning and organising workload to meet conflicting deadlines.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Arts Council are committed to being an inclusive employer, building an inclusive workplace, and recruiting a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve. However, you identify, and whatever background you bring with you, they welcome you to apply for a role at Arts Council.

If there are any adjustments that would support you in your application, please do let them know when you apply. If you are disabled, Evenbreak are able to provide support with your application. For further information please visit their website here

They participate in the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme which means that they offer an interview to any disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role they’re applying to, subject to the volume of applications received. Disabled candidates, those living with a long-term condition and/ or neurodivergent candidates may be eligible for this scheme. The scheme uses the definition of disability from the Equality Act 2010 to determine eligibility. More information is included in the application guidance.

About: Arts Council offers a range of benefits to employees including hybrid and flexible working, a generous annual leave allowance and the Arts Council Retirement Plan – a final salary scheme. To find out more, click here.

Their Code of Ethics requires that employees of the Arts Council are not able to receive an Arts Council grant, investment or loan funding – either in person, as a member of a partnership, or for any organisation they own. There are also limitations on board or CEO positions employees can hold in organisations we fund. For more information on this, please talk to the recruiting manager or contact recruitment@artscouncil.org.uk

To view the job description please click here

To view the recruitment pack which outlines more details about working for Arts Council please click here

Job ref: FCS18

Closing date: 09:00 Wednesday 03 September

Interviews: W/C 15 September

Trainee Producer – Putting Stuff On! closes 10 Sept ’25

Artist-Led St Helens are delivering a programme of activity under the heading of the Free Art School. This will provide different ways for creative people and artists of all kinds to develop their work.

They’d like to commission someone who can create a celebratory event in December that brings together creatives and artists in a celebration of their work. They’re relating their programme to periods of a traditional school year, so think of this like the PTA in a school; you’ll be bringing together enthusiastic members of the creative community to stage the Christmas Play or Christmas Fair.

Fee: £2000 fixed rate contract. This is a freelance role and you will be responsible for your
own taxes.
Location: St. Helens (Hybrid working available, flexible hours).
Contract Type: Project-based
Duration: September – December 2025

This is a development role for someone from St Helens to develop their skills in production and facilitation. You will be able to access support from the Artist-Led St Helens artist team who have extensive experience in producing and facilitating workshops and events and they can support you to connect with regional mentors and development opportunities through our programme.

The successful applicant will:
● Have a strong connection to St Helens
● Be registered or prepared to register as Self-Employed (if this is new to you, we have resources to support you to do this)
● Have a background in the arts and be interested in Putting Stuff On with and for the local and creative community.
● Have a clear idea about the type of event they can deliver – successful applications often make the selectors understand ‘Why this person? Why this approach? Why now?”
● Be generous with their ideas, curious about other artists’ work and want to make a difference to the arts within St Helens.

Full information on the role and how to apply are available here:
https://padlet.com/studiosinsthelens/artist-led-st-helens-documents-wtohyzy0fxttavu3/wish/Xb8YaL1P38xxQyn1

Community & Project Co-Ordinator – Make CIC Huyton, closes 19 Sep ’25

Make is looking for a new Community & Project Co-Ordinator for their Make Huyton space.

This dual-role is perfect for someone who loves to build relationships and support the creative journey of others. You’ll be a key part of their community and help deliver an exciting arts program for young people in Knowsley.

Closing date: Friday, 19th September at 23:59.

Ready to make a difference? Find all the details and apply here ➡️ https://makecic.org/were-hiring-community-project-co-ordinator-at-make-cic/

Assistant Music Librarian – Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society, closes 29 Aug ’25

The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society are seeking an Assistant Music Librarian to help maintain and develop it.

You’ll assist in providing top-rate library and support services, working closely with the Chief Conductor and titled conductors, visiting conductors and artists, Liverpool Philharmonic guest musicians and colleagues across the organisation to prepare, manage and distribute music to all performing groups and programmes across Liverpool Philharmonic.

They’re looking for a motivated self-starter who has impeccable organisational skills and a thorough knowledge of, and passion for, orchestral music – if that’s you, they’d love you to get in touch.

Key Information

Title: Assistant Music Librarian
Salary: £23,350 per annum
Responsible to: Music Librarian
Contract: Full time, permanent
Hours of work: 35 hours per week
Place of work: Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

To apply, visit here

Closing date: 29 August

Operations Manager (Job Share / Maternity Cover) – Open Eye Gallery, closes 28 Sep ’25

Equivalent of 3 days a week (24 hours) Flexible working via agreement – including occasional evening, weekend and bank holiday cover. Fixed term for 12 months.

Main function of job:

The Operations Manager (Job Share) divides the following responsibilities from the full-time position.

The Operations Managers will hold responsibility for the overall day-to-day operational administration including human resources, building maintenance, health and safety and team coordination. Working closely with the Finance Manager who has responsibility for the management accounts, you will also process day-to-day financial transactions.

Overall responsibility for ensuring that the building is well maintained and has the appropriate safety and security provision, acting as primary key holder.
Working with the Executive Director, deliver HR administration including coordinating recruitment, contracts and agreements, and maintain up-to-date employee and volunteer handbooks, induction procedures and other HR documents in line with legislative and best practice requirements.
To recruit and manage Open Eye Gallery’s volunteer and placement programme adhering to best practice.
To support the Executive Director in their role as Company Secretary, to ensure that all legal responsibilities are met with regard to charity, and company legislation.
To take responsibility for day-to-day financial data entry and processing agreed accounts payable and receivable, maintaining records for all transactions.

To apply, please submit the following information to jobs@openeye.org.uk:

1. CV;
2. Cover letter detailing any relevant experience in relation to the Job Description;
3. Please also fill out their anonymous Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form online.

Post: Open Eye Gallery, 19 Mann Island, Liverpool Waterfront, Liverpool, L3 1BP.

If you have any questions about the role or would like an informal chat, please contact Natalie Meer on natalie@openeye.org.uk

They strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds, and we fully recognise the value of a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities. They are particularly keen to hear from people of colour, and those living with disabilities.

Please let them know in your application email if you have any access requirements.

Closing Date: Sunday 28 September 2025 at midnight
Interviews: Monday 6th October 2025
Ideal Start Date: w/c 10 November 2025

Head of Service Design and Delivery – Arts Council England (North West), closes 8 Sep ’25

As Head of Service Design and Delivery, you will lead the re-design and delivery of Arts Council England’s services to deliver their ambition to become a service led organisation.

You will:

Lead the vision and strategy for Service Design across the Arts Council, championing services that are user-centred, accessible, inclusive, simple, and digital-first.

Recruit, build, develop and lead a small team, working closely with the Head of Strategic Programs to re-design and delivery of their services.

Work across multidisciplinary teams to embed design into policy, operations, technology and culture.

To apply and for more details, visit here

Closing date: 8 September

Community Cohesion & Cultural Learning Officer – The Atkinson, closes 8 Sep ’25

The Atkinson in Southport is a leading arts centre that features a museum, art gallery, theatre, studio, library, café, and shop. It serves as a dynamic cultural hub, offering a diverse day-to-night program that attracts families, cultural tourists, and arts enthusiasts.

This role offers the successful candidate an opportunity to play a key part in bringing together communities and creative practitioners to explore and celebrate the rich culture of Sefton.

Candidates will have experience of delivering successful creative learning and engagement programmes within a cultural context. This will include aspects of fundraising and support for the monitoring and evaluation of externally funded projects.

This is a fixed-term post for 18 months, based at The Atkinson in Southport, and will work across Sefton as required.

Employer: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
Salary: Grade F SCP 12-19, £28,598 – £32,061
Location: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council, The Atkinson, Southport
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 36 hours per week.
DBS Check: Enhanced
Closing Date: Monday 8 September 2025 at 23:59
Reference: COMM/25/320589
Provisional Interview Date: Monday 15 September 2025

To apply, visit here

Volunteer & Skills Development Officer – The Atkinson, closes 8 Sep ’25

The Atkinson are seeking to recruit a Volunteer and Skills Development Officer to support the running and development of their successful volunteer programme. This is a two year fixed term post.

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, self-motivated, and confident. With experience relevant to support the day-to day running of the Volunteer Programme – aiding recruitment, development and management of volunteers across The Atkinson in accordance with best practice.

Apply online:
https://ats-sefton.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/320532?ga_client_id=4d7fa4f4-2fa1-4d77-8223-864bc1a3d39c
https://theatkinson.co.uk/opportunities/
Employer: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Salary: Grade F SCP 12-19, £28,598 – £32,061 Pro Rata
Location: The Atkinson, Southport
Working Pattern: Part Time
Hours: 14.4 hours per week.
DBS Check: No
Closing Date: Monday 8 September 2025 at 23:59
Reference: COMM/25/320532
Provisional Interview Date: Friday 19 September 2025

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