Centre Director

Voluntary Action Sheffield; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Sheffield seeks a passionate Centre Director to lead the Greentop Circus. In this part-time role, you will drive strategic vision, oversee a small dedicated team, and ensure effective operations while fostering an inclusive culture. Responsibilities include business planning, financial oversight, and enhancing community engagement through dynamic programs. This role demands collaboration, creativity, and a commitment to social impact. Flexible hours and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

NEST pension scheme

Flexible working

Holiday purchase scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in managerial roles within arts or community organizations.
• Strong understanding of governance and compliance.
• Proven track record in business planning and organizational development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the organization’s vision, strategy, and business plan.
• Oversee financial management, budgeting, and reporting.
• Lead staff performance and development within the organization.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Collaboration

Financial management

Job description

Overview

The Centre Director is the strategic and operational lead for Greentop Circus - a role that blends big picture vision with hands on delivery. Working closely with the Board of Trustees and our talented staff team, the Centre Director will guide the organisation's mission, ensuring Greentop continues to thrive as a creative, inclusive and community rooted space.

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.

This is a role for someone who thrives on collaboration, creativity and community impact - someone who can balance strategic thinking with practical delivery, and who is energised by leading a small but mighty organisation.

The position is for 4 days per week and reports to the Chair of the Board of Trustees. The role has direct reports of Teaching and Programme Lead, Finance/Office Manager, Programme Manager (Hire Us programme), Youth Circus Lead, Youth Circus Administrator, Marketing Lead.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the organisation's vision, strategy and business plan, working closely with the Board.
• Support the Teaching and Programme Lead in ensuring delivery of a relevant, inspiring and ambitious Creative Programme.
• Oversee delivery of the marketing strategy by Marketing Lead to support engagement, participation and income targets.
• Develop and implement the fundraising strategy with support from the fundraising consultant.
• Oversee Hire Us outreach programme growth.
• Lead, develop, support and monitor the performance of all line managed staff.
• Ensure effective financial management, HR systems and operational processes.
• Ensure robust budgeting, reporting and financial control systems, working closely with the Finance/Office Manager.
• Provide inspirational leadership that fosters a safe, inclusive and positive culture.
• Oversee policy implementation.
• Lead governance reporting and support the Board and its working groups.

Key Information

Location: Sheffield

Type of Contract: Part Time

Hours: 32 hours / week

Benefits: Greentop offers a NEST auto‑enrolment pension scheme, flexible working, holiday purchase scheme.

Closing Date

12‑02‑2026

How to Apply

Before applying, please read the Information Pack at https://www.greentop.org/home/opportunities/. To apply, send the following documents to [e-mail]:

1. A cover letter outlining your interest in applying for the job, and how you meet the person specification (Max. 2 pages).
2. Your CV. Please ensure that your CV includes the details of two referees; we will not contact them without your permission (Max. 3 pages).
3. 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. Please let us know if you require information in an alternative format.

Interviews: Either 23rd or 24th February 2026.

Contact name: Teo Greenstreet

Contact email: [e-mail]

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