Turner Sims seeks Head of Programming

Job Opportunity

• Head of Programming (Reference 3060025TW)
• Location: Turner Sims Southampton, SO17 1BJ
• Salary: £45,413 to £48,149
• Closing Date: Friday 16 May 2025
• Apply online here

Turner Sims is the University of Southampton’s celebrated music venue, with ambitious plans to build an inclusive world through the joy of live music.

Following our recent rebrand, the launch of a new website, and the celebration of our 50th anniversary, this is a unique opportunity to lead our highly respected and much-loved music programme. Specialising in classical music, folk, global, jazz, and more, you will shape our offer for both new and existing audiences.

For the past 50 years, we have proudly supported the early careers of many great artists. We champion diverse talent and invite adventurous audiences to discover new music alongside old favourites. Working with national and local partners, we create opportunities for artists and audiences to share the joy of music across the region.

Through our Engagement programme, we actively welcome new audiences who may not have engaged with us before. Importantly, students and young people play a vital role in shaping the next 50 years of Turner Sims. We are proud to be part of the University of Southampton, an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation, contributing to the city and region’s cultural landscape. Our music programme is locally relevant and internationally acclaimed, and we are committed to ensuring that reputation continues to thrive.

At Turner Sims and the University of Southampton, equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We strive to create a welcoming, vibrant, and successful organisation with a diverse workforce. We value applicants from all backgrounds, ages, and beliefs, as we know that diversity sparks creativity and strengthens our impact on society. If you share our commitment to inclusivity, we encourage you to apply and play your part in shaping our future.

How to apply
Job Description
To apply online visit the University of Southampton’s Job site
Closing Date: Friday 16 May 2025

If you want to find out more about the role, there is an informal opportunity to meet online with Louise Coysh, Director and Sarah Robertson, Co-Chair, Strategic Board, Turner Sims on Monday 28 April, 12.00 – 13.30 and Friday 2 May, 14.00 – 15.30. Please email arts@soton.ac.uk to request a 10-minute time slot.

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