Chair of the New Vic Board of Trustees
New Vic Theatre Closing date: Tue, 26 May 2026
- Part time
- Unpaid
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Fri, 01 May 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
This is an unpaid role with an initial term of 3 years, typically renewable for a further two terms.
We are looking for a collaborative and generous leader who shares our belief in the power of theatre and who is excited by the opportunity to play a key role in shaping its future.
You will have leadership experience in a professional organisation and a demonstrable understanding of the key role of good governance in a successful organisation. We imagine that you will already have worked with boards, from the perspective of either a Board member or an executive, but you don't need to have previous experience as a Chair (although if you do, that would be great too).
It's essential that our Chair shows real commitment to the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent region and can articulate a strong case for the value of culture and the importance of supporting live theatre here.
Time commitment:
- Approximately 2 days per month - with no set format
- 4 Board meetings per year
- Sub-committee meetings and away day
- Regular meetings with the Chief Executives
- Attendance at performances and events
Job Overview
- Job Title: Chair of the New Vic Board of Trustees
- Salary: Unpaid
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Theatre
- Role: Creative
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Tue, 26 May 2026
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Location:
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Job: Chair of the New Vic Board of Trustees
Job: Chair of the New Vic Board of Trustees
Organisation: New Vic Theatre
Postcode: ST5 0JG
How to Apply
For further details including a full job description and how to register your interest, please see our recruitment pack which can be found on the vacancies page of our website at the link provided.
- Contact name: Sara Lockett
- Contact email: [email protected]
About New Vic Theatre
The New Vic was born from the determination of local people to have a ‘theatre of their own’. From that grassroots ambition grew Europe’s first purpose-built theatre-in-the-round, a working arts organisation where craft, creativity and community sit side by side.