Chair of Trustees
Theatre Peckham Closing date: Mon, 14 Sep 2026
- Full time
- Unpaid
- Apply now
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Job Description
We are seeking an ambitious, thoughtful and collaborative Chair to help shape Theatre Peckham's next chapter.
Working closely with our CEO and Artistic Director, Dr Suzann McLean MBE, fellow trustees and our wider community of stakeholders, our new Chair will help us turn a bold long-term vision into a resilient and sustainable strategy.
Job Requirements
You may be a strong fit if you:
-Have a strong connection to our purpose, values and community-rooted ethos.
-Can lead the development of an ambitious vision and strategy, turning ideas into clear priorities and accountable delivery.
-Understand the balance between entrepreneurial ambition and the financial care required to protect a publicly funded arts organisation.
-Build trusting, candid and constructive relationships with a CEO, trustees and a wide range of stakeholders.
-Chair inclusive conversations, draw out different perspectives and help a group reach sound collective decisions.
-Can represent and advocate for Theatre Peckham with credibility across culture, public life, philanthropy, business and community networks.
-Understand and accept the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship.
-Can commit the time and energy required to be visible, engaged and we l informed.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Chair of Trustees
- Salary: Unpaid
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Theatre
- Role: Fundraising
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Mon, 14 Sep 2026
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Location:
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Job: Chair of Trustees
Job: Chair of Trustees
Organisation: Theatre Peckham
Postcode: SE5 7SB
How to Apply
Submit a cover letter* of no more than one A4 page explaining why you are interested in becoming our Chair. Tell us how your experience, perspective and leadership could help us shape Theatre Peckham’s next 40 years.
Send your application to: [email protected]
Please also complete our Equal Opportunities form.
*You are welcome to apply in another format, such as an audio recording or a film made on your phone. Please keep alternative-format applications to no more than three minutes and email us in advance if you plan to use one.
- Contact name: Anna Phillips
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Theatre Peckham
Theatre Peckham is an award-winning cultural venue for artistic excellence and social change. Through the power of theatre, we illuminate young voices, provide skills and opportunities, and platform excellent creatives who are locally focused with a national and international reach.