FRONTLINEdance is appointing its first Executive Director!

Applications close 18th September at 5pm 2026

FRONTLINEdance is entering an exciting new chapter. As we approach our 25th anniversary, we are appointing our first Executive Director to co-lead alongside our Artistic Director and Board, to strengthen the organisation and lead its next phase of growth. 

This is a pivotal role for an experienced, values-led leader who can bring strategic direction, financial confidence and operational stability, while sharing our belief in the power of dance and the arts to create greater equity, connection, belonging and opportunity for d/Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent people, those with long term health conditions, and hospital patients. 

You will lead on the organisation’s legal requirements, financial sustainability, fundraising, operations, strategies, people and organisational development, working collaboratively with the Artistic Director to realise FRONTLINEdance’s artistic ambitions. You will help ensure the company is well-positioned to grow its impact locally, nationally and beyond. 

You will have the unique opportunity to shape strategic initiatives, build strong relationships with stakeholders, and advocate for rights-based inclusive arts.

We celebrate diversity and inclusiveness and are committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to succeed. If you are a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and a proven track record in leadership, we invite you to apply and help us shape the future of FRONTLINEdance together!

This position follows a 12-month recruitment drive to cultivate the right people to build our team and strengthen our foundations. 

We believe that now is a great time to join us and co-lead us! 

Recruitment Pack:

Please click on this link: https://frontlinedance.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Executive-Director-Post-SEPT2026-FINAL.docx

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There are three things that you need to do to apply:

1. Please answer all the questions listed on our online application in the format of your choosing. 

You can access the questions and complete the form online by clicking on this link: FRONTLINEdance Executive Director Application Form August/September 2026 – Fill in form

You can access just the questions as a PDF by clicking on this link: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/sliuohfxqfuwvob0afliu/FRONTLINEdance-Executive-Director-Application-Form-Questions-17.08.2026.pdf?rlkey=wrol6yiio26hc4mwzb9sq27el&dl=0

2. Please email your CV to jasmine@frontlinedance.co.uk

3. Please complete this monitoring form, collated for information purposes only. 2026 (ED Post) Applicants Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form  – Fill in form

Applications can be made by text, audio, video, including BSL video. Audio and Video applications need to be submitted as links rather than attached files, please.  Please use whichever method you prefer to tell us why you would be great at this job and why you want to do it. Please make sure you answer every question.

If you need any further support in applying please get in touch.

Email: jasmine@frontlinedance.co.uk

We look forward to receiving your application! Not for you? Why not share the post with someone who you think would be interested. Thank you in advance for supporting FRONTLINEdance.