Role: Executive Director and Joint CEO

Duration: Fixed term to March 2027 with possibility for renewal subject to future fundraising

Salary: £45,000 FTE

Location: Leeds City Centre and remote working

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 23rd June 2024

Who we are

The Performance Ensemble (TPE) is a Leeds-based Community Interest Company and ensemble of older performers, dedicated to making art with the experience of age. We work with people from many cultural backgrounds, creating contemporary theatre for audiences of all ages. We believe that older people have valuable contributions to make to society but that as we age, we often become invisible to others, and that must change. The founder, Chief Executive Officer and Artistic Director (CEO/AD) Alan Lyddiard is responsible for delivering the programme of work with a core ensemble of twelve creatives, performers and specialist freelance practitioners. 

Role Outline

We are looking for an Executive Director to join The Performance Ensemble at an exciting time of development, bringing life to our values and aspirations to make older people’s creativity visible. 

As Executive Director of The Performance Ensemble, you will work collaboratively with the Artistic Director as joint CEOs, to lead The Performance Ensemble. You will have responsibility for strategic planning and financial stability of the company and it’s work, and implement the company’s strategic aims and objectives, deliver our mission, and bring all projects to fruition. 

You will be a spokesperson for The Performance Ensemble, representing its values in civic and business networks. You will also build strong relationships with our Ensemble and wider team to foster an inclusive culture of collaboration, care and wellbeing. You will be steadfast in your commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and to realising the potential of older people’s creativity. 

How to apply

To apply for the role of Executive Director and joint CEO please submit the following documentation to info@theperformanceensemble.com

• • CV (max 2 sides of A4)
  • Cover letter (max 1 side of A4)
  • Contact details for two referees, of which at least one who knows you in a professional capacity
  • Equal opportunities monitoring form

Deadline: Midnight, Sunday 23rd June 2024

If you require any additional support through the application process, or have any questions about the role please contact us at info@theperformanceensemble.com and a member of our team will assist you.