We’re recruiting for the Director of the new Cultural Centre and Museum
Could you be the one? We’re looking for a dynamic leader, working with our local community, to shape the cultural life of the Isles of Scilly.
With a new museum and community venue opening in spring 2026, join us now to create a distinctive and welcoming experience, and develop islands-wide heritage programming and arts events for residents and visitors alike.
This recruitment pack gives you more information about the charity (currently known as CCaM), the Town Hall project and the scope of your responsibilities.
Coinciding with creation of a new Museum and events venue in St Mary’s Town Hall, a new charity is being established to operate the centre and lead the islands’ cultural strategy with arts and heritage programming across the archipelago.
This role, as Director of the new charity, combines operational and strategic responsibilities and we are looking to recruit somebody who can rise to both challenges.
Salary: £45k to £55k per annum, depending on experience
Working hours: Full time. The postholder will be expected to work flexible hours according to the needs of the organisation.
Holiday: 35 days. The postholder may be required to work on public holidays.
Pension: Statutory minimum contribution to pension will be made either to an appropriate scheme of your choice or to one selected by the Trustees.
Work Place: St Mary’s, Isles of Scilly
Reporting to: The Board of the Cultural Centre and Museum CIO via the Chair of the Board
How to apply
If you are interested in being considered for the role of Director, please apply with the following:
A CV and supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4 describing why the role appeals to you and what particularly relevant skills and experience you would bring to the role.
Applications close on Monday 9th September 2024.
First round interviews will be conducted online on Thursday 26th September 2024
Second round interviews will be conducted on St Mary’s on Tuesday 15th October 2024. Travel expenses will be paid.
Please email your application to us at CCAMtrustees@scilly.gov.uk
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