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Vacancies

Listed below are all current vacancies at the New Vic.  If you are interested in any of these positions, the relevant application process must be completed.  The New Vic does not keep CV’s on file so please only apply based on advertised vacancies.

Appetite Director
Full time, permanent role
Between 30-40 hours depending on candidate
Salary at 40 hours: £48,743 – £50,000 per annum (the salary will be pro rata if less than 40 hours per week)

We’re looking for a Director to lead Appetite, our acclaimed Arts Council England Creative People and Places programme. Appetite is an innovative model that empowers residents of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme to shape the creative activities they want to see in their communities and brings those ideas to life.

As Director, you’ll provide the strategic and producing leadership to turn these ideas into reality, working with artists, partners and local people to deliver bold projects. You’ll also be part of the New Vic Theatre’s Senior Leadership Team, helping shape the future of one of the UK’s most distinctive producing theatres.

This role calls for a leader deeply rooted and actively engaged with the communities of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme, with the vision and producing expertise to guide a nationally recognised programme that shows how culture, creativity and community can thrive together.

Deadline for receipt of applications is 12 noon on Monday 17 November 2025.

For further details including the person specification, job description and how to apply, please see the following recruitment pack: Appetite Director Recruitment Pack

Bar Manager
Salary £28,219 per annum
This role is offered on a permanent contract of 160 hours per rolling 4-week period (average 40 hours per week).

Do you have at least 3 years experience in bar and cellar management working in a fast-paced environment? Do you have good customer service, admin skills, and the ability to problem solve? If so, then we want to hear from you.

This role will include shifts of daytime and evening work Monday-Saturday and hours are scheduled on a rota basis.

Deadline for receipt of applications is Friday 21 November at 10am
Interviews will be held Friday 28 November.

For further details including the person specification, job description and how to apply, please see the following recruitment pack: Bar Manager Recruitment Pack

The New Vic aims to attract, develop and retain the best talent for all roles and will always appoint based on merit.  We consider that diversity is good for the art we make, good for artists, good for audiences, and good for the cultural sector.  We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particular applicants with a disability, those who experience racism and those who are LGBTQIA+ as currently people in these groups are under represented across our entire workforce.

The New Vic is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all those working at the New Vic (paid or unpaid) to share this commitment.  The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment.  Successful candidates for relevant roles will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.