Head of Programmes [Engage]

Company: YDance

Location: Glasgow

Level: Senior

Salary: £31,500-£33,000 per annum

Contract Type: 4 days (0.8FTE), Fixed-term until March 31st 2029

Closing Date: 23 Mar 26

Job Description:

YDance is looking for a Head of Programmes who will be principally responsible for the ENGAGE area of the company’s work, including planning, management, and development of YDance participatory dance projects and events. Key Responsibilities • Lead, direct and manage national and small-scale projects that contribute to the delivery of YDance’s Strategic Development Plan 2025–2028, ensuring high-quality outcomes and impact. • Develop, sustain and strengthen partnerships across Scotland with organisations in the third sec-tor, education, culture, social justice and youth sectors, supporting strategic growth and collaborative delivery. • Ensure the effective implementation and adherence to YDance policies and procedures, with responsibility for safeguarding, prioritising the safety, wellbeing and protection of children and young people at all times. • Raise the profile of YDance’s work locally, nationally and internationally through advocacy, partner-ships, presentations and sector engagement. • Oversee and manage project budgets, ensuring accurate monitoring, financial accountability and timely reporting to monthly budget review meetings. • Line-manage project-based teaching staff, providing clear leadership, support and development to ensure high standards of practice and alignment with YDance values and expectations. • Monitor, evaluate and report on project impact and reach, providing high-quality reports to the YDance CEOs, funders and partners as required. • Support the training and professional development of staff and engage in ongoing professional development to maintain and enhance the quality of YDance’s work. • Represent YDance in advocacy and policy-related activity, contributing to discussions that influence youth dance, arts education and cultural equity at local, regional and national levels.