Theatre Manager at Cornerstone TheatreEDV/2026/SCA/35303

Academy Transformation Trust; Sutton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused education trust is seeking a Theatre Manager to oversee the establishment and operation of Cornerstone Theatre in Sutton-in-Ashfield. This role involves managing theatre operations, engaging with local community groups, and ensuring the development of a diverse programme of events. The ideal candidate will have experience in theatre management and will be working closely with the Academy. The position requires substantial evening and weekend work to accommodate performances. This is a full-time role offering a competitive salary between £40,777 and £45,091 per year.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Shopping discounts

Cycle-to-work and gym schemes

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in theatre management.
• Ability to liaise with diverse groups including programmers and community representatives.
• Ability to manage operational functions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee establishment and sustainability of Cornerstone Theatre.
• Ensure ongoing development and expansion of theatre programmes.
• Manage substantial evening and weekend work scheduling.

Job description

Position Details

Theatre Manager at Cornerstone Theatre.

Fixed Term – 12 months.

NJC Scale Point: 30 – 34.

Salary: £40,777 – £45,091 per annum.

Full time, 37 hours per week.

52 weeks per year, all year round.

Commencing as soon as possible.

About the Role

Cornerstone Theatre is an exciting new community theatre, cultural events venue and arts centre in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. Its programme will combine local community performances and events alongside a vibrant developing schedule of professionally programmed events from the worlds of theatre, drama, performance, music, tribute bands, exhibitions, comedy, film, children’s and family events, variety acts and more.

A theatre manager is needed to oversee the establishment and ongoing commercial sustainability of this project. The position will include responsibility for the operational functions of Cornerstone, as well as liaison with programmers, promoters, artists, and local community groups to ensure the ongoing development and expansion of the programme so that it meets the needs of all elements of the local and wider community.

The role will also involve close liaison with the Academy and the Trust because the theatre is located and integrated within the secondary school.

This is an extremely exciting opportunity for the postholder to develop their experience and expertise in theatre management over a broad range of aspects, and to help shape the impact of Cornerstone as a community cultural facility. The post will inevitably involve a substantial degree of evening and weekend work, which is when the majority of the Theatre's events are scheduled.

About Us

At Academy Transformation Trust, we believe that every child matters and deserves a first‑class education. Operating across the Midlands, the East of England and the Southeast, we ensure that students leave our academies with everything they need to reach their full potential – helping us make learning central to every child’s life. We work inclusively within our communities, embracing the varied localities we serve while sharing our common vision and values.

Sutton Community Academy was graded ‘Good’ in all areas in our most recent Ofsted inspection. We are passionate about diversity and inclusion and welcome all applicants.

Operating at the heart of Academy Transformation Trust gives our people unrivalled scope for personal and professional development. We train our staff to bring out the best in each and every student, and place strong emphasis on good behaviour so that nobody is held back or prevented from developing. The same applies to our staff: we invest heavily in personal development with staff well‑being always a priority.

In Return

We offer you an amazing people development offer through our ATT Institute, providing continuous self‑development. You will also receive a comprehensive package of benefits via our Viv‑Up staff benefits platform, including a generous pension scheme, shopping discounts, cycle‑to‑work and gym schemes, cinema tickets and an employee assistance programme.

The chance to progress your career. We are an open school and proud of what we do – visits are welcome.

For further information and to apply online, please see our application pack.

Sutton Community Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with the KCSIE update 2025.

We are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to flexible working.

Closing date: 9am on Friday 30th January 2026.

Interview date: To be confirmed.