Toonspeak Young Peoples Theatre
Toonspeak Young Peoples Theatre

Charity registered in Scotland SC022150

Since 1987, Toonspeak has provided free, high quality drama and theatre activities for young people living in Glasgow. We work with professional artists who challenge and inspire young people to create their own performances and manage their own projects – all of our work is young people led and we have 6 places for young people on our voluntary Board of Directors. We aim to expand young people’s imaginations to help them reach their full potential and to inspire positive change within communities of disadvantage across the city. We ensure that anyone, regardless of experience, ability or personal circumstances can take part.

Current vacancies

Head of Finance and Operations

  • Full time
  • £38,000
  • On site: Glasgow
  • Closing 25th September 2026

The Head of Finance and Operations operates as part of the Senior Management team and is the finance, operational, and business lead in line with our strategy and vision and is responsible for the line management of the Operations team.

Toonspeak Young People’s Theatre's Head of Finance and Operations is a pivotal leadership role at an exciting moment in our journey. As we look ahead to celebrating our 40th birthday in 2027, and build on the momentum of recent funding successes, this is a unique opportunity to help shape the next chapter of a bold, impactful, youth lead organisation based in the northeast of Glasgow.

As a member of the Senior Management Team, you will lead on finance, HR, compliance, and organisational systems, ensuring strong, sustainable foundations that enable our creative work to thrive. From managing budgets, audits, and producing management accounts to overseeing IT systems and line managing a staff team, this is a varied and influential role at the heart of the organisation.

We’re looking for a strategic, highly organised leader who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment. You’ll be collaborative, solution focused and motivated by making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. If you’re ready to play a central role in a dynamic organisation with ambitious plans, we’d love to hear from you!

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