Scottish Youth Theatre: Chair of the Board

Youth Theatre Arts Scotland; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent arts organization is seeking a Chair of the Board to help shape the future for young theatre-makers in Scotland. As they approach their 50th anniversary, the new chair will join a committed board and staff team focused on enhancing the creative landscape. Candidates should possess governance experience in the charitable sector and a passion for supporting young people in the arts. The role is unpaid, with expenses reimbursed, and is open to remote applicants who can attend annual sessions.

Skills

Previous experience in governance or leadership in the charitable sector

Enthusiasm for theatre and supporting young people in the arts

Collaborative approach

Alignment with the values of the company

Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Job description

Role Overview

Be part of shaping the creative landscape for Scotland’s young theatre-makers. Scottish Youth Theatre is inviting expressions of interest for the role of Chair of the Board at an exciting time of evolution for the organisation.

As they prepare for their 50th anniversary in 2027, they are reflecting on the impact – past, present and future – while working towards a more comprehensive creative offer for young theatre-makers across Scotland. The new Chair will come into an organisation with a committed board and a small industrious staff team with big ambitions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience in governance or leadership in the charitable sector
• An enthusiasm for theatre and supporting young people in the arts
• A collaborative approach
• Alignment with the values of the company
• A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Compensation & Logistics

This is an unpaid role with reasonable expenses reimbursed. They will consider expressions of interest from people based outside Scotland provided they can commit to attend the annual in‑person session and can clearly demonstrate the added value of their experience and connections.

Application Process

To learn more about the role and how to register your interest, download the information pack via their website: https://scottishyouththeatre.org/work-with-us/chair-of-the-board-call-out/

Deadline for expressions of interest – 9am, Tue 3 February 2026.

We are happy to accept written, audio or video submissions and offer reasonable adjustments to support people through the full recruitment process. If you have any questions about this or would like a conversation before submitting your expression of interest, please get in touch.

For further information, please contact [e-mail] (Jacky Hardacre) or visit https://scottishyouththeatre.org/work-with-us/chair-of-the-board-call-out/.

Contact & Logistics

We are a remote‑working organisation. Our registered address for mail is:

Youth Theatre Arts Scotland
5 South Charlotte Street
Edinburgh
EH2 4AN
0131 538 0591
[e-mail]