Head of Operations

The Bush Theatre is looking for an experienced, proactive and highly organised Head of Operations to manage the day to day operation of our venue, and oversee all of the company’s commercial activity. 

Please note that this position requires working on site. 

We welcome applicants with a broad range of experience from both within and outside the arts sector, valuing appropriate transferable skills where they can be articulated with precision and clarity.

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At a glance

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 

Salary: £38,000 per annum pro rata 

Holidays: 30 days including Bank Holidays per annum pro rata 

Rising to 31 days after two years’ service 

Rising to 32 days after four years’ service 

Probation: Three months 

Contract Type: Permanent

Notice period: 1 month during probationary period, 3 months thereafter

Key dates

Deadline for applications: 23:59 Wednesday 11 November 2026

First Interview date: Friday 13 November 2026 – online

Second Interview date: Thursday 19 November 2026 – in person

Purpose of the role

The Head of Operations 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, including overseeing all of our commercial activities. You will lead our front of house, bar and events departments and play a lead role in operations, as well as a supporting role in compliance and capital project 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. Send one of the following, alongside a basic CV:

• A personal statement (500 words max)
• Presentation – Keynote or PowerPoint
• Short video or sound file (5 minutes max)

All applications will be judged on content not on format. We have suggested some options above, but if you would like to suggest an alternative let us know.

All applications should address the following questions:

• Tell us about your experience, skills and knowledge that mean you meet the person specification outlined in the Job Description; include demonstrative examples and achievements
• Tell us why this position interests you
• Tell us what you would bring to this role and the Bush Theatre

Application Steps

1. Read the Job Description and Person Specification. 

1. Apply through our recruitment portal Breathe HR. Include a CV.

You can upload video or sound files using the We Transfer service https://wetransfer.com/. When using this service, please include the We Transfer link in your Breathe HR attachments by including the link in your CV or submitting it on a separate document.

1. Complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring form.  This helps us to better understand if our recruitment practices are accessible and equitable to all.

If you have any need for this information in a different format please contact our People and Culture Manager, Dorothy Ekema-Walla by email jobs@bushtheatre.co.uk or phone 0208743 3584.

Equal Opportunities

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 emailing jobs@bushtheatre.co.uk or phone 02087433584.

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