Chief Executive Officer

Youth Theatre Arts Scotland


Job Summary

Youth Theatre Arts Scotland (YTAS) are looking for a visionary and collaborative leader to lead the organisation with clarity and purpose, championing young people’s creativity and the impact of youth theatre across Scotland.

Job Description

£46,000 p/a | Full time | Permanent | Homeworking

As Youth Theatre Arts Scotland’s next Chief Executive Officer, you’ll join at a pivotal moment – with a strong team, a clear strategic plan, and the opportunity to shape the next chapter of Scotland’s national development agency for youth theatre.

Youth Theatre Arts Scotland (YTAS) are looking for a visionary and collaborative leader to lead the organisation with clarity and purpose. You’ll champion young people’s creativity, ensuring the organisation is well-managed, financially sound, and impactful in advancing youth theatre across Scotland.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a well-respected organisation, so if you are passionate about young people’s creativity and want to make a lasting impact across Scotland’s arts, education, and youth sectors, YTAS would love to hear from you.

Job Requirements

We’re looking for someone who inspires trust and confidence, bringing people together around shared goals, and nurturing a healthy, inclusive, and values-driven workplace culture.

You should be…

  • an experienced and inspiring team leader, with a track record of managing organisations, programmes, or teams. You will know how to recruit, develop, and support staff, creating conditions for people to thrive.
  • a strategic thinker, able to see the bigger picture, setting clear direction, and driving improvement.
  • a details person, with a solid understanding of financial management and reporting, including charity governance.
  • a skilled communicator who understands the value of youth theatre and who can make a compelling case for its impact.
  • a confident advocate for youth voice, participation, and access, familiar with Scotland’s cultural, educational, and third sector landscape.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Finance
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Mon, 21 Jul 2025
  • Contact email: [email protected]

  • Location:

    Scotland

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