General Manager
Somerset Youth Theatre cic Closing date: Wed, 29 Oct 2025
Artform: Theatre
Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
Contract: Temporary
Location: South West
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and passionate General Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of Somerset Youth Theatre CIC. This role combines administrative leadership, project management, stakeholder and beneficiary communications, financial management, and strategic development.
Job Description
Location: SYT office Bridgwater Arts Centre and occasionally across Somerset
Contract: Fixed-term (3 - 6 months renewable contract pending successful funding acquisition)
Hours: Part-time, 30 hours per week (including Thursday: SYT team day) with some evening and weekend work required
Weeks: All Year Round
Salary: £29,000-£32,000 FTE (£23,200-25,600 per annum actual)
We are seeking an experienced and passionate General Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of Somerset Youth Theatre CIC. This role combines administrative leadership, project management, stakeholder and beneficiary communications, financial management, and strategic development to ensure the sustainable growth of our organisation while maintaining our commitment to artistic excellence and being curious and responsive to barriers to Theatre & creativity that young people face across Somerset.
In the role of General Manager at Somerset Youth Theatre, you'll bring a playful energy to your work, along with a strong cultural understanding or lived experience of the communities we serve. You'll be curious, open to learning, and excited to grow alongside the organisation as we continue to evolve. You'll be confident, working autonomously, bold in your decision making, and attentive to detail. We understand that traditional working patterns don't suit everyone, so if you're a parent, carer, or someone whose lifestyle requires flexibility, we're committed to finding ways of working that support you. As a neuro-affirming and inclusive organisation, we want you to feel empowered and supported. Most importantly, your values will be rooted in being child and young person focused, always putting their voices, needs and experiences at the heart of everything we do.
Application Deadline: Wednesday 29th October, 5pm
First Interviews Online: 19th or 20th November 2025
Second Interviews In Person: 27th November 2025
Start Date: To be discussed
Job Requirements
Essential Qualifications and Experience
Minimum 2 years' experience in operations, administration or similar management role
Proven track record in financial management and budgeting
Experience in staff supervision and volunteer coordination
Excellent ability to lead operations, adapting methods of communication to meet neurodivergent needs
Strong understanding of marketing, communications and audience development
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Proficiency with Google software, (or similar), financial systems, and digital communication tools - refining use of tools for biggest impact
Understanding of safeguarding principles and practices for working with children & young people
Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
Operational Management - Oversee daily operations of Somerset Youth Theatre cic, ensuring smooth functioning of all strands, projects and activities.
Financial Management
Staff and Volunteer Management
Marketing and Community Engagement
Strategic Development
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Job Overview
Job Title: General Manager
Salary: £20k-£25k (pro-rata)
Hours: Part time
Artform: Theatre
Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
Contract: Temporary
Closing date: Wed, 29 Oct 2025
Location: South West | view on Google Maps
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to [email protected]. Please include "General Manager Application" in the subject line. If you need support with your application, please let us know.
Contact name: Ruth Coull
Contact email: [email protected]