General Manager FTC

We are looking for an experienced, proactive and highly organised General Manager to manage the day to day administration and operation of our venue.

Hours: 35 hours per week, across at least 5 days excluding a 1 hour unpaid meal break. Regular evening and weekend work will be required for this role.

Contract type: Fixed term until 31 March 2026.

Key dates

Deadline for applications:23.59 onSunday 8 June 2025

Second Interview date: Monday 23 June 2025

Purpose of the role

The General Manager is responsible for the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the Bush Theatre with particular focus on the systems and operations of our building. You will lead our administration department and play a lead role in operations, HR and policy, as well as a supporting role in compliance, governance and planning.

How to Apply

We want you to have the opportunity to really tell us about yourself and explain why this position is right for you in whatever way feels most appropriate for you. Alongside a basic written CV, you can provide one of the following:

• A personal statement (500 words max)
• A Keynote or PowerPoint presentation
• A short video or sound file (5 minutes max)

In your application, you should aim to tell us a little about yourself and why this position interests you, how you meet the person specification and essential criteria including practical examples, what you would bring to this role and if you have any relevant qualifications.

• Apply through our recruitment portal Breathe HR , attaching your CV and supporting statement (written, presentation or media file) outlining your suitability for the role based on the essential criteria

The value of equal opportunities runs through the heart of the organisation. Our diverse team and their range of experiences are vital to the Bush’s success, but we still have work to do to make sure that Bush staff represent the communities we serve.We actively encourage people with different backgrounds to join us. We are particularly keen to receive applications from people of colour and disabled people who are currently underrepresented in our team.

All disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria will be invited to interview. If you would like to apply through our Minimum Criteria Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please let us know. You can state anywhere in your application: ‘I would like to apply through the Minimum Criteria Guaranteed Interview scheme.

If you have any questions or need any of this information in a different format, please contact our People And Culture Administrator, Dorothy Ekema-Walla, by emailingjobs@bushtheatre.co.uk or phone 0208743 3584.

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