Chair of Trustees
New Perspectives Closing date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026
- Full time
- Unpaid
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
New Perspectives is a registered charity and company limited by guarantee, creating and touring ambitious theatre rooted in regional communities and presented nationally and internationally.
The organisation is governed by a Board of Trustees, who are also directors of the company. The Board delegates day-to-day management and artistic leadership to the Artistic Director/CEO (Angharad Jones) and Executive Director (Sally Anne Tye).
As the current Chair is stepping down, New Perspectives is seeking a new Chair of Trustees to lead the Board into the next phase of the organisation's development.
The Chair provides strategic leadership and ensures high standards of governance, financial stewardship and compliance, acting as an ambassador for the organisation, including leading the Board's strategic relationship with Arts Council England.
This is an unremunerated role, with reasonable pre-agreed expenses reimbursed.
The expected time commitment is approximately two days per month, including Board meetings, engagement with the Executive team and attendance at performances and events. Meetings are a mix of in-person and online.
The appointment is for an initial term of up to four years, with the possibility of renewal at the Board's discretion.
Job Requirements
We welcome candidates who can demonstrate:
- A solid grasp of governance principles and the business of chairing ideally with an understanding of charity governance from experience as a Trustee.
- Proven leadership skills and experience of supporting and challenging senior executives.
- Confidence in networking and advocating at a senior level, including fundraising and stakeholder engagement.
- Knowledge of theatre and the arts, and understanding of the voluntary, subsidised and commercial sectors.
- Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills.
- Commitment to dedicating the time required to lead the Board and support New Perspectives' strategic goals.
For a full list of requirements please see the attached link to the Chair of the Board of Trustees Recruitment Pack.
Job Responsibilities
For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached link to the Chair of the Board of Trustees Recruitment Pack.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Chair of Trustees
- Salary: Unpaid
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Theatre
- Role: Legal
- Contract: Hybrid
- Closing date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026
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Location:
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Job: Chair of Trustees
Job: Chair of Trustees
Organisation: New Perspectives
Postcode: NG6 0DW
How to Apply
If you would like an informal conversation about the role of Chair of the Board of Trustees please email Mary Caws, [email protected] to arrange a mutually convenient time.
Please send expressions of interest to us:
- A covering letter outlining why this opportunity appeals to you and what experience, skills and knowledge you would bring to -- New Perspectives as a Chair of the Board of Trustees, addressing areas covered in the personal specification (300 – 500 words).
- A copy of your CV (please include contact details).
- A completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, downloadable from our website.
Please send as a Word document or PDF by email to: [email protected]
By post to: Jacki Dunthorne, Executive Assistant, New Perspectives Theatre Company, Unit 8, Park Lane Business Centre, Park Lane, Basford, Nottingham NG6 0DW, marked Private and Confidential.
If you would prefer to apply in another format, i.e. video or audio, please email [email protected].
- Contact name: Sally Anne Tye
- Contact email: [email protected]
About New Perspectives
New Perspectives is East Midlands’ leading touring theatre company. For 50 years we have made new writing accessible, sharing exceptional stories, shining a light on underrepresented voices and entertaining audiences with thought-provoking performances in a wide range of spaces and places.