What we’re looking for

Are you a highly organised, motivated people person who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment? Do you have a passion for the arts with experience of working within a wardrobe department? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our Technical Team.

Scottish Ballet welcomes applications from all communities and backgrounds, building a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We provide specialist support for those who have experienced discrimination or face barriers to inclusion.

What you need to know

Our vacancy is for a Touring Wardrobe Lead to be the lead support for the Wardrobe Department while on tour, including the preparation, maintenance and archiving of costumes for all productions.

In a nutshell, this role is best suited to someone who has:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Experience of working within a fast-paced wardrobe environment
• A commitment to embrace our company values and culture being open and able to work as part of the Scottish Ballet team
• A passion for being a key contributor to the team that takes Scottish Ballet’s productions on tour both nationally and internationally

It’s a permanent role:

• Salary is up to £28,000 per annum dependant on experience.
• This role is based in Glasgow at SB HQ, with requirement to travel extensively with the Company on tour in the UK and internationally.
• The role is full-time, around 35 hours per week while working at base, with flexibility of working hours to accommodate travel, touring, attending performances and other events in the evenings and at weekends.
• We offer great benefits including a competitive pension package, life assurance, 25 days of annual leave (plus an additional 9 Scottish public holidays), retailer discounts and a Cycle to Work scheme.

Who we are

Scotland’s national dance company. We’re based in Glasgow and perform on stage and screen, nationally and internationally, promoting Scotland’s pioneering spirit far and wide. As well as bold new versions of the classics and ground-breaking commissions, Scottish Ballet runs an extensive community engagement programme fostering wellbeing and encouraging creativity through dance.

Find out more about us @ https://www.scottishballet.co.uk/about-us

About the role

A job description outlining key responsibilities is also available.

How to apply

Tell us why you want this job and why you think you’d be brilliant at it.

Along with this cover letter, we’ll need your CV detailing any relevant skills, qualifications, or experience, plus the details of two professional referees (who will only be contacted if you are offered the position).

Send these to recruitment@scottishballet.co.uk by 5pm on Thur 31 Aug. Interviews will take place on the week of 11 September 2023.

Any questions please don’t hesitate to contact Katie Boyle, People & Wellbeing Officer at the above email address.