Strategic Director, Creative Learning & Engagement

Royal Shakespeare Company; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon seeks a visionary Director of Creative Learning & Engagement to lead learning, participation and public engagement nationally and internationally. This is a full-time, senior role on the Senior Leadership Team, connecting artistic ambition with educational excellence, civic purpose and long-term impact.

You will shape strategy, build strategic partnerships and lead diverse teams to ensure Shakespeare and theatre are accessible to all, while

Qualifications

• Distinguished leadership in cultural, education or public sectors with impact at scale.
• Deep knowledge and a clear vision for creative learning and audience engagement.
• Inspires and leads diverse teams through change, growth and innovation.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and advocacy with strong partnerships.
• Strong commercial acumen and financial credibility to translate strategy into outcomes.
• Committed to inclusion and wider access to culture.

Responsibilities

• Shape and lead the strategy for learning, participation and public engagement.
• Lead one of the UK's influential creative learning portfolios across the globe.
• Forge strategic partnerships to extend the RSC's influence in arts education.
• Create an empowering environment where teams thrive, innovate and deliver impact.
• Drive sustainable growth through financial stewardship, evaluation and fundraising.
• Be a pivotal member of the Senior Leadership Team shaping the organisation's future.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Partnership development

Fundraising & finance

Change management

Job description

Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon seeks a visionary Director of Creative Learning & Engagement to lead learning, participation and public engagement nationally and internationally. This is a full-time, senior role on the Senior Leadership Team, connecting artistic ambition with educational excellence, civic purpose and long-term impact.

You will shape strategy, build strategic partnerships and lead diverse teams to ensure Shakespeare and theatre are accessible to all, while