Beyond Horizons Project Director

Creative Scotland; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

YDance recherche un directeur de projet expérimenté pour diriger le programme de danse inclusif 'Beyond Horizons', soutenant des jeunes de tous horizons à travers l'Écosse. Ce poste à temps partiel implique la gestion des budgets, la supervision du personnel, et la collaboration avec divers partenaires pour promouvoir l'inclusivité dans la danse.

Benefits

26 jours de congés annuels (pro rata)

Travail flexible et options de télétravail

Remboursement des déplacements

TOIL disponible pour heures supplémentaires

Qualifications

• Expérience significative dans le secteur de la danse.
• Compétences en gestion d'équipe et en collaboration avec divers partenaires.
• Connaissance des bonnes pratiques en matière d'inclusivité.

Responsibilities

• Développer et diriger le programme de danse inclusif.
• Gérer le budget du projet en collaboration avec le directeur artistique.
• Évaluer et rapporter l'impact du projet aux parties prenantes.

Skills

Leadership

Gestion de projet

Inclusivité

Communication

Job description

YDance is seeking an experienced and passionate dance professional to lead the national Beyond Horizons inclusive dance programme, supporting disabled and non-disabled young people across Scotland.

Beyond Horizons Project Director
Develop, lead, and manage the national Horizons inclusive dance programme
3 days (0.6 FTE), Fixed Term Until 31st March 2028

Main Duties
• Ensure implementation of all YDance policies and procedures, including risk assessment, safe-guarding, equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), environmental policy, and health and safety
• Oversee and manage project budgets in collaboration with the Artistic Director
• Line manage teaching staff on projects, ensuring they are supported and meeting YDance expectations
• Work with partners across Scotland to raise the profile of inclusive practice and develop dance projects for children and young people
• Monitor quality assurance across YDance programmes and contribute to staff training and development
• Evaluate and report on project impact to the Artistic Director, funding bodies, and partners as required
• Collaborate with the Marketing department to extend the reach of YDance projects and raise the profile of the initiative
• Plan and deliver inclusive dance workshops with children and young people
• Develop and manage accredited courses and awards (e.g. Dance Leadership Awards, Personal Achievement Awards) where required

• Salary: £31,000 per annum, pro rata (based on 0.6 FTE)
• Hours: 22.5 hours per week, inclusive of a 30-minute paid meal break per day. Flexible working hours according to the demands of the post.
• Work pattern: 2 days in the Glasgow office, 1 day remote
• Line management: The post reports to the Artistic Director/CEO
• Travel: The role involves travel across Scotland; expenses will be reimbursed
• Holidays: 26 days annual leave (pro rata), including 5 days to be taken over the Christmas/New Year period, plus 11 public holidays (pro rata)
• Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) is available for additional hours worked. Overtime is not payable.

To Apply:
Please send a CV and a covering letter detailing your relevant experience and reasons for applying to [e-mail]
• Deadline: 9 July at 12pm
• Interviews: 17 July, between 10am–5pm
• Start date: 18 August

If you would prefer to apply in a different format — such as a video, voice note, or another method that better suits your access needs — please contact us at [e-mail] or call 0141 552 7712 and we’ll be happy to support you.

The deadline is Wednesday 09 July 2025 at 12:00.