Head of Operations Vacancy

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Full Time: 37.5 hours a week | Deadline to apply: 10am, 27th January 2025

Stopgap Dancers in the studio, rehearsing. Two dancers on the floor look out as if searching in the distance.

Dancers Emily and Christian lie on their fronts, pressing their hands into the floor they raise their upper bodies and twist towards the camera. Emily is an East Asian person with straight black hair in a plait, she wears a a dark green t-shirt and Christian is a white person with short dark curly hair, he wears dark a t-shirt with colourful line graphics. Behind them Mo, a small statured Disabled Black woman, dances in her wheelchair, wearing a bright orange/pink top.

We are excited to announce we are seeking a Head of Operations!

Salary: £38,000 (dependent on experience) plus pension contribution

Working closely with the Executive Producer, Co-Artistic Directors and Administrator, this key leadership position plays a vital role realising Stopgap’s 10 year vision, shaping the future of the company, and ensuring our mission of an inclusive world continues to thrive.

The Head of Operations will strategically plan and manage the company’s daily operations, whilst promoting a culture of inclusion within the organisation that empowers individuals to fulfill their potential.

We are looking someone who has a care-centred approach and is a reliable finisher, with an exceptional attention to detail, and a strong foundation in inclusive thinking.

Job share and part time working requests will be considered.

Key areas of responsibility include: 

  • Finance
  • Administration
  • People/HR
  • Governance
Black and white photo of a large group of disabled and non-disabled people gathered together in a circle.

A black and white photo of a large group of Disabled and non-disabled people gathered together in a circle.

  • "As we approach our 30th birthday and having been supported by the Arts Council to create and do more than ever before, it’s an exciting time to become a part of Stopgap. You will be supported by a fantastic board of Trustees, and work with a talented, collaborative and committed Senior Management Team. We are keen to have a diverse group of people to apply for the role."

    Co-Chairs Suzie Birchwood and Jane Hackett

  • “We are seeking a systems-oriented manager with a care-centred approach. If that sounds like you, please read through the pack in detail and check out our work on the website as well as on our social media channels. If you would like an informal conversation about the role please do get in touch.”

    Executive Producer Lucy Glover, Co-Artistic Directors Lucy Bennett and Laura Jones

Not sure whether to apply?

There are many reasons to work for Stopgap. We pride ourselves on being pragmatic, progressive, resourceful and responsive.

We foster inclusive and collaborative values and support our diverse team in empowered growth.

We offer flexible working hours and hybrid/remote working.

Stopgap Dance Company is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer with a thriving, inclusive company culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences to apply.

Applications are now closed