Chair of Trustees, National Youth Ballet
National Youth Ballet Closing date: Wed, 30 Sep 2026
- Full time
- Unpaid
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity for a new Chair to provide dynamic leadership to the board and work closely with the Chief Executive and Creative Director on the next strategy. We are looking for an inspiring leader, with strong board or senior executive leadership experience in a charity, public body or comparable organisation setting, strategic thinking, and a real passion for our mission. A genuine commitment to equity, inclusion, diversity and the transformative power of the arts is essential.
Job Requirements
Please refer to the recruitment pack for details of the job requirements.
Job Responsibilities
Please refer to the recruitment pack for details of the job responsibilities.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Chair of Trustees, National Youth Ballet
- Salary: Unpaid
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Dance
- Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Wed, 30 Sep 2026
- Location: Remote
How to Apply
Details of how to apply can be found in the Chair and Trustee Recruitment Pack. If you would like an easy read version of this pack please email [email protected]
Application Deadlines
Expressions of interest received by 0900 on 31 July 2026 may be invited to a performance of NYB’s Echoes of Tomorrow.
Closing Date: The formal closing date for applications is 0900 on 30 September 2026.
Start Date: We anticipate a start date from 1 January 2027 subject to agreement.
- Contact name: Barbara Palczynski
- Contact email: [email protected]
About National Youth Ballet
NYB has grown from a single founder’s vision into one of the UK’s leading youth arts organisations. Each year, NYB works with over 500 young people across the UK, giving them life-changing opportunities to take part in, create & perform classical & contemporary ballet. Our vision is that young people are empowered to thrive, shaping the future of ballet and the world around them.