THEATRE AND PRODUCTION MANAGER

Northern School of Contemporary Dance; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern School of Contemporary Dance in Leeds seeks a highly organised, creative Theatre and Production Manager to oversee the operation and delivery of performances and events within our vibrant facilities.

Based in a dynamic Higher Education environment, you will support teaching, student productions and professional performances, working closely with academic staff, visiting professionals and the NSCD community.

Qualifications

• Highly organised, creative, and technically skilled Theatre and Production Manager.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation and delivery of performances and events within NSCD's facilities.
• Support teaching, student productions and professional performances in a Higher Education environment.

Job description

Welcome to our dance faculty, a space where creativity thrives and is celebrated, and the art of dance is passionately embraced.

NSCD is a distinguished institution at the forefront of dance education in the UK. Embodying a vibrant and creative culture, our institution stands out as a beacon of artistic exploration. We foster an environment where both staff and students are encouraged to explore the realms of art and the broader world.

Sharon Watson MBE DL
CEO and Principal

Job details

Hours of work: Minimum of 40 hours per week (flexible hours involving evenings and weekends)

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 10am on Monday, 16 November 2026

Interviews: Tuesday, 1 December 2026

What we are looking for

We are seeking a highly organised, creative, and technically skilled Theatre and Production Manager to oversee the operation and delivery of performances and events within our vibrant arts facilities. Based within a dynamic Higher Education environment, you will play a key role in supporting teaching, student productions, and professional performances.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving creative community, working closely with academic staff, students, and visiting professionals.

Our Core Values

NSCD strives to provide an environment that is open, honest and transparent.

• We strive to ensure that teamwork and mutual respect are valued within our diverse environment.
• We aim to support staff to work professionally and effectively to enjoy job satisfaction.
• We value all staff and their contribution to the School’s vision:

We expect staff to maintain high standards of personal and professional conduct at all times.

All staff members should ensure that their conduct is consistent with the school's ethos and policies to protect the well-being of both employees and students. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work.

Please note that Northern School of Contemporary Dance is unable to contribute towards travel or accommodation costs incurred by candidates attending interviews, teaching observations or other stages of the recruitment process.

Unaccompanied CVs will not be considered.

Northern School of Contemporary Dance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and vulnerable adults and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work. The School is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.

About Northern School of Contemporary Dance

Northern School of Contemporary Dance (NSCD) is one of the leading dance training institutions in the UK. As a Higher Education Institution, we offer full-time undergraduate and postgraduate courses for around 250 students. NSCD is an ambitious, small specialist institution, internationally recognised as a centre of excellence for dance education and with a growing reputation as a centre for dance development.

Based in Chapeltown, Leeds, just outside the city centre, our unique and characterful campus comprises 8 dance studios, offices and teaching areas, a fitness centre plus a bar and café. Central to our building is the Riley Theatre, a 250-capacity professional dance theatre managed by NSCD which hosts national and international touring dance companies as well as student performances throughout the year for the wider community to enjoy.

Our standard opening hours are 9.00am to 9.00pm Monday to Friday and 9.00am to 5.00pm on weekends during term time. Out of term time, opening hours are slightly reduced.

As well as our Higher Education programmes, we deliver and host a wide range of community dance classes and run a Centre for Advanced Training for talented young people. Out of term, we also hold Easter and Summer School courses. The School is an incredibly busy, vibrant and dynamic learning environment where in a busy week over one thousand visitors could use our facilities in one way or another.

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Northern School of Contemporary Dance
98 Chapeltown Road, Leeds, LS7 4BH