Toonspeak Young People’s Theatre: Head of Operations

Pay: £34,580 per annum, Pro-rata (0.8 contract)
Closing date: Mon 21 Oct 2024: 5pm

Reporting to: Chief Executive
Salary: £34,580 per annum, Pro-rata (0.8 contract)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 28 hours per week with flexibility required, including some evenings and weekends (a 30 minute unpaid lunch break is added to each seven hour day).
Annual Leave: 28 days plus eight public holidays (pro rata), with 10 days fixed for office closure during Christmas and New Year.
Location: Barmulloch, Glasgow / Hybrid working from their office.

As the Head of Operations, you will be a key member of the Senior Management Team, working closely with the Chief Executive to ensure that Toonspeak’s operations are aligned with its strategic vision.

In this business-focused role, you will drive the operational success of the organisation, turning creative ideas into actionable plans. They are seeking a proactive and visionary leader who can inspire others while ensuring the smooth and efficient running of all operational aspects. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of Toonspeak and ensuring they continue to deliver high-quality, impactful programmes for young people across Glasgow.

What they’re looking for:

• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated experience in managing teams and providing leadership within an operational context.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to contribute to high-level decision-making and strategic planning.
• Operational Management Expertise: Extensive experience in managing day-to-day operations, ensuring quality assurance, compliance, and smooth programme delivery.
• Financial Oversight: Proficiency in budget management, financial reporting, and overseeing audits.
• HR and Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with HR processes and legal obligations, including Health and Safety, GDPR and recruitment policies.
• Partnership Management: Proven experience in building and maintaining strong partnerships with key stakeholders.
• CRM and IT Competence: Experience in managing CRM systems and IT infrastructure to ensure efficient operations.
• Advocacy and Networking: Strong ability to represent the organisation at external events and build networks across sectors.

Please email recruitment@brucetaitassociates.com to request an information pack, full job description and person specification. You are advised to get in touch in advance of the closing date to give them time to consider your application and pre-interview the strongest applicants.

For further information, please contact recruitment@brucetaitassociates.com or visit https://www.toonspeak.co.uk/.

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Closing date: Mon 21 Oct 2024: 5pm

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