Purpose
The Centre Director provides leadership and management for the organisation, working closely with the Board to deliver the organisation’s mission. The role combines strategic planning with practical implementation across projects and programmes, ensuring effective operations, strong partnerships and external advocacy. This incorporates developing and delivering a business plan that addresses all aspects including marketing and funding.
The post holder will lead on business planning, organisational development, profile raising and championing the role of circus within cultural, education, community and social contexts. The Centre Director will work closely with the Teaching and Programme Lead who will lead on the Creative Programme.
This role is also responsible for ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and good governance.
Key Responsibilities
* Working with the staff team and liaising with the Board:
* Lead development and implementation of the organisation’s vision, strategy and business plan, working closely with the Board’s Strategic Planning Group and the Teaching and Programme Lead.
* Ensure that Greentop’s core values drive each strategic direction and decision and are informed by participants and artists and the local, regional and national contexts in relation to creative, social, education and health impacts.
* Support the Teaching and Programme Lead in ensuring delivery of a relevant, inspiring and ambitious Creative Programme.
* Oversee delivery of the marketing strategy to support engagement, participation and income targets.
* Develop and implement the fundraising strategy with support from the fundraising consultant.
* Manage fundraising bids, reporting and stewardship of funder relationships working with the Finance/Office Manager.
* Project manage all grant funded projects.
* Oversee Hire Us outreach programme growth, supporting the Programme Manager in earned income generation.
* Lead, develop, support and monitor the performance of all line managed staff.
* Ensure effective financial management, HR systems and operational processes.
* Ensure robust budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial control systems, working closely with the Finance/Office Manager and accountants.
* Build partnerships to expand reach and strengthen organisational impact.
* Provide inspirational leadership that fosters a safe, inclusive and positive culture
* Support organisational HR, staff development and performance management
* Oversee policy implementation including Safeguarding, Health & Safety and Inclusion
* Provide reports to the Board on financial, planning and operational matters, convene and attending all board meetings and meetings of the Strategic Planning Group and the Intersectional working Group.
* Lead governance reporting and support the Board and its working groups and supporting its development.
* Carry out the role of Company Secretary and its duties as defined by the statutory body, supporting the board in meeting regulatory requirements.
Person Specification
* At least 3 years’ experience in leadership or management within a charity, cultural, educational, voluntary sector or participation-focused social enterprise
* Evidence of collaborative and inspirational leadership skills
* Strong financial and business planning skills, including budget setting and monitoring
* Successful fundraising experience with trusts, foundations and private sources
* Experience managing operational systems and commitment to environmental good practice
* Excellent written, verbal and numerical communication skills with strong attention to detail
* Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive relationships
* Excellent time-management and ability to juggle competing priorities
* Understanding of good governance and experience working with a Board of Trustees
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively; proactive and solutions-focused
* Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equality and Access
* Understanding of the cultural and creative sector and its impact in different settings
* Proven track record in project management and people management
* Knowledge of regional arts, creative health and community engagement sectors
* Understanding of the regional and national circus arts sector
* Familiarity with Bookwhen booking software, Salesforce CRM and Xero
* Understanding of socially-engaged arts practice
* Accountancy, HR or Health & Safety qualification
Terms
Reporting to: Chair of Board of Trustees
Line management: Teaching and Programme Lead, Finance/Office Manager, Programme Manager (Hire Us programme), Youth Circus Lead, Youth Circus Administrator, Marketing Lead.
Salary: £32,000 pa approx. 4 days/week (pro-rata of £40,000)
Contract: Permanent contract
Location: Greentop Community Circus Centre
Hours: 4 days/week. Some evening/weekend work. No overtime is payable but Time off in lieu maybe taken.
Holiday entitlement: 26.4 days/ year (Pro rata of 25 days and 8 bank holidays)
Benefits: Greentop offers a NEST auto enrolment pension scheme, flexible working, holiday purchase scheme
How to apply
Before applying, please read the Information Pack, Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply, please send the following documents to manager@greentop.org
* A cover letter outlining your interest in applying for the job, and how you meet the person specification. (Max. 2 pages)
* Your CV (Max. 3 pages). Please ensure that your CV includes the details of two referees; we will not contact them without your permission.
* Online Equal Opportunities monitoring form. This is submitted separately to your application and will be used for statistical monitoring purposes only.
We actively encourage people from communities that are under-represented in the UK arts sector to apply to join us and bring their talent, experience and expertise to Greentop Circus Centre. We are particularly seeking applications from The Global Majority (BAME) and D/deaf or Disabled peoples and transgender and non-binary people. Greentop Circus recognises the positive value of diversity, promoting equality and challenging discrimination. All staff have undergone Anti-Racism Training and Disability Awareness training to ensure Greentop continues to be a safe and encouraging space for people from all backgrounds.
Alternative formats - Please let us know if you require information in an alternative format.
We are happy to accept applications in alternative formats such as video/audio answers from applicants who, for reasons of disability, may find it difficult to complete the above.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon February 12th, 2026
Interviews: Either Monday 23rd or Tuesday 24th: February 2026
Visit Greentop.org Opportunities Page for further information.
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