Head of Culture & Arts & Creative Director for Telford Theatre

Head of Culture & Arts & Creative Director for Telford Theatre

Telford & Wrekin Council Closing date: Fri, 09 Oct 2026

Artform: Combined arts
Role: Creative
Contract: Permanent
West Midlands

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

This is an exciting moment for arts and culture in Telford and Wrekin. With a strong track record of delivering successful events, engaging communities through culture, and using creativity to transform places, the Borough is ambitious about the role the creative sector can play in its future.

Job Description

We are looking for a new Head of Culture & Arts who shares that ambition; a creative leader who can shape a compelling cultural vision, attract new audiences, partnerships and investment, and position Telford and Wrekin as one of the most dynamic and forward-thinking cultural destinations in the region. Coming into role as our new Theatre is built you will have the opportunity to set the creative direction and oversee the programming, supporting the development of the borough's cultural identity locally, regionally and nationally.

Job Requirements

The Head of Service - Artistic Director will lead the strategic development and delivery of Cultural Strategy and Services across the borough, inspiring the development of a diverse artistic programme of cultural activities and events at Telford Theatre and across the wider borough.

Reports to: Director: Housing, Commercial & Customer Service

Responsible for: The strategic development and delivery of Cultural Services across the borough, inspiring the development of a diverse artistic programme of cultural activities, performance and events at Telford Theatre and across the wider borough , driving forward the emerging Culture Partnership and Strategy, maximising external investment and supporting place making along with managing service delivery teams, Group Managers and Team Leaders.

Job Responsibilities

Please see the job description, which can be viewed via the application pack, through the WMjobs link below.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Head of Culture & Arts & Creative Director for Telford Theatre
  • Salary: £50k+
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Combined arts
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Fri, 09 Oct 2026
  • Location:
    West Midlands

How to Apply

https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/275841/head-of-culture-and-arts-and-creative-director-for-telford-theatre

  • Contact name: For further information about the role or to discuss in more detail, please contact Katherine Kynaston on 01952 381008