Board Trustee

Lawrence Batley Theatre

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Job: Board Trustee

Job: Board Trustee

Organisation: Lawrence Batley Theatre

Postcode: HD1 2SP

  • Job Title: Board Trustee
  • Salary: Unpaid
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Charity
  • Role: Legal
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Fri, 14 Nov 2025

  • Location:

    Yorkshire

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Job Summary

We are seeking new Trustees who can bring their ideas and experience to our Board, who can champion our activities and advocate for us both locally and regionally. Our current Trustees are committed to the performing arts and enjoy sharing their expertise and experience, to make the Theatre stronger

Job Description

We are seeking new Trustees who can bring their ideas and experience to our Board, who can champion our activities and advocate for us both locally and regionally. Our current Trustees are committed to the performing arts and enjoy sharing their expertise and experience, to make the Theatre stronger and more resilient.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds. You don’t need experience of being a Trustee, or of being in the performing arts. All we require is that you have a passion for live theatre. Induction, mentoring and training will be provided.

The role carries the responsibilities of a Company Director and Charity Trustee. Tenure of Trustees is three years. This will be reviewed and extended by a further term at the mutual agreement of the Trustees and the Chair. The maximum term of office is six years.

We are particularly interested in hearing from you if you have experience in these areas:

Finance, commercial and/or business operations.
Fundraising.
IT and systems.
Facilities or venue management.
Or…..tell us what you can offer!

Job Requirements

Salary: This is a voluntary position but reasonable expenses can be reimbursed.
Hours: We have 4 Board meetings per year including the Annual General Meeting.
Trustees also participate in at least 1 subgroup of the Board; these are Finance, Funding
Development, Environment, HR, Equalities and Diversity. Board meetings are held in the
evening and digital participation is possible. In addition, you’ll attend performances and
outreach events and help to attract resources.

How to Apply

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