Voluntary Board Directors / Board Member

Overview FRONTLINEdance is seeking two Board Directors and one Board Member to join our Board. As part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen and evolve our governing team, FRONTLINEdance will be welcoming new Board Directors/Members to join it at the AGM on Saturday 26th September 2026. Now is a great time to join! Our overarching ambition is to strengthen our foundations, expand our impact, and ensure d/Deaf, disabled, neurodivergent people (dDDN) and those with long‑term health conditions (LTHC) can access, enjoy, and thrive within arts and culture across Stoke‑on‑Trent, North Staffordshire, and beyond. We want our Board to reflect the people and communities of FRONTLINEdance and to expand the diversity of voices represented within it. Key dates Deadline for applications: 12pm, Monday 7th September 2026 Interviews are likely to be held via Teams on: 5:30pm, Monday 14th September 2026 What we're looking for / experience We are recruiting Board Directors/Members with lived and/or professional experience in one or more of the following areas: Practising contemporary dance artist who works across performance, health or community settings Contemporary dance producer / project manager / artistic director or involved in creative health Disability arts creative / producer / director Legal expertise – understanding of charity law, employment law, company law, compliance and governance frameworks Business development and income generation Understanding of the principles we invest in that are guided by Arts Council England: Ambition & Quality, Dynamism, Environmental Responsibility and Inclusivity & Relevance Leadership experience in FRONTLINEdance’s areas of work: clinical, education and community settings; arts / dance sector; within not-for-profit organisations and/or charities Experience of either touring, disability arts, screen dance, performance and faciliation in clinical, education and community settings, dance and dDDN advocacy, creative health, commissioning and supporting disabled artists Leading teams and steering companies strategically Overseeing or managing business accounts, company finances and budgets How to Apply Please visit our website to view the Applicant Pack (including plain text version) for this role and for more details on how to apply. Applications can be made by text, audio and video, including BSL video. Thank you for your interest in joining us! Get in touch if you have any questions.