Closing: Mon 20 Apr 2026

Arts Administrator

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£25,489 to £28,322 per annum
To provide general administrative support for Derby Theatre, with a focus on providing direct support for the Leadership Team and supporting the HR function of the organisation. The role also ensures Derby Theatre meets the needs of all its users as efficiently, safely, and cost effectively as possible in a smooth and efficient manner.

MAIN TERMS & CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

Salary:£25,489 to £28,322 per annum

Hours: Standard working week is 39 hours

Holiday: 28 days per annum, including public holidays, rising to 33 days over five years

Pension: Derby Theatre operates a contributory pension scheme provided by NEST

Probation: This post is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Notice: One month during probationary period, two months thereafter.

Benefits: Complimentary or discounted tickets to selected shows (non-transferable and subject to availability), childcare vouchers scheme, discounted parking in Derbion car park, Saville’s Insights App for discount at selected Derbion stores.

 

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Purpose of Post

To be successful in this role; you will demonstrate excellent organisational and administrative skills, with an eye for detail. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, written and verbal, with an ability to work well with people at all levels within the organisation. Trustworthy and discrete in dealing with confidential and sensitive information, with the ability to demonstrate high levels of confidentiality; you will also be able to work under pressure, managing time and priorities and taking a proactive approach.

Please note you must be at least 17 years of age to apply for this role.

Closing Date: Monday 20 April 2026

We aim to actively champion and celebrate diversity in all its forms. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all of those we work with and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and sexual orientation.

We positively encourage disabled people, people of African or Caribbean heritage, South Asian heritage, East Asian heritage, West Asian heritage, Central Asian heritage, South East Asian heritage and people of Middle East and North African heritage and those who have experienced racism. By the term ‘those who have experienced racism’, we are referring to individuals who have experienced discrimination based on the colour of their skin, race and/or their culture.

We guarantee to interview any candidate with a disability who meets the essential criteria for the role.

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