Borderlands Director

Teesside University; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 51.000 - 58.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Teesside University is seeking an exceptional Borderlands Director to lead the next phase of the programme from Middlesbrough. The role is full-time, temporary, with hybrid working—two days remote—and a salary of £51,258 to £57,666 per year.

The post requires a satisfactory DBS disclosure and notes that visa sponsorship may be available under Skilled Worker routes; interviews will be held in person, with the interview date scheduled for 26 November.

Jobbeschreibung

Borderlands is now entering an important new phase. Building on the achievements of Phase 1, Phase 2 (2026–2029) begins a new investment period supported by Arts Council England, Tees Valley Combined Authority, North Star Housing and Public Health South Tees.

This next phase provides an opportunity to refresh Borderlands’ strategic direction, strengthen organisational systems, and shape a compelling programme rooted in the needs, ambitions and creativity of local communities.

Borderlands Director

Company: Teesside University
Salary: £51,258 to £57,666 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: Middlesbrough, TS1 3BA
Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type: Temporary
Posting date: 2 Nov 2026
Closing date: 15 Nov 2026

Summary

As we move into the next phase of the programme, we are seeking an exceptional leader to build on strong foundations and help shape an ambitious future for culture across South Tees.

The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory DBS disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of our clearance procedures.

Please be advised that due to the minimum salary thresholds imposed by the UKVI, this post may qualify for University sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route.

If you are shortlisted, your interview will take place in person. Please note that the University may ask you to participate in a number of selection activities as part of the recruitment process for this vacancy.

Interview date - 26 November

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