A rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced wardrobe, costume and production leader to join Northern Ballet in a pivotal senior role.
The Head of Wardrobe is responsible for the strategic leadership, management and delivery of all wardrobe, costume-making, wigs, hair and make-up activities across Northern Ballet's repertoire, both new and existing productions.
The role ensures that the artistic vision of each production is realised to the highest standards whilst maintaining effective budgetary control, operational efficiency and safe working practices. Working closely with the Technical Director, Designers and Creative Teams, the Head of Wardrobe leads the evaluation, planning and delivery of costume and wardrobe requirements from concept through to performance.
A key responsibility of the role is assessing the practical and financial viability of costume, wigs, hair and make-up designs, preparing accurate cost estimates for new productions and revivals, and advising the Technical Director on budget implications and resource requirements.
- Salary: £41,700 per annum plus touring allowance
- Full time
- Closing date: 18 September 2026
- Interviews will take place: week commencing 5 October 2026
Job Description
About Northern Ballet
Northern Ballet is the UK's foremost narrative ballet company.
We tell unexpected stories that move our audiences across the country and online. We aim to reach as many different people and places as possible with our passionate storytelling, mastery of classical dance technique and live music.
We believe in the power to change lives through dance and are committed to engaging with people from all different sectors of the community. We have an absolute commitment to our leading role as an international ambassador for world-class dance, often showcasing our exceptional home-grown artistry on the world-stage.
Header image from Gentleman Jack, photo Emily Nuttall.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Northern Ballet strives to understand, respect and champion diversity in all its forms. We believe in embracing diversity within our workforce, repertoire and practices and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
Please contact us to talk through any access requirements you may need at any stage of the recruitment process so that we can ensure reasonable adjustments are in place. Adjustments could include providing documentation in alternative formats (large print, braille, or audio), adapting the interview environment, or allowing additional time for responses.
The interviews are due to take place week commencing 5 October 2026.
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