Box Clever are seeking new Trustees

We are currently looking for new Trustees to join our board and support our mission to bring exciting theatre to young people. Whether you have been on a board before or this is your first time, if you can bring a passion and commitment to Box Clever’s work that will support us in fulfilling our vision then we’d love to hear from you.

We are particularly interested to hear from candidates with any of the following backgrounds / experiences:

• Education / teaching / working with young people
• Local knowledge of, or connections in, Lincolnshire
• Young people (18+) who are interested in joining a board, perhaps for the first time
• Understanding of the UK cultural landscape
• Financial expertise

Person Specification for a Box Clever Trustee

· An enthusiasm for the work of Box Clever.

· A commitment to Box Clever’s vision.

· A commitment to carry out the duties of a Trustee.

· A desire to share knowledge and experience to support Box Clever’s work.

· A willingness to act as a champion of Box Clever.

· A commitment to Box Clever’s policies and procedures.

Attendance required
As a Trustee, you attendance will be required at the following:

· At full Board meetings (quarterly) or any ‘emergency’ meetings, and also at all Annual General meetings which will normally coincide with Board meetings.

· At Box Clever performances where possible.

· At other key events run by Box Clever, notably promotional events.

· At specific sub-committee meetings as relevant

· To provide advice and support to the Artistic Director, either by telephone or in person, if required.

Box Clever works remotely and as such, our quarterly Trustee meetings and sub-committee meetings all take place online.

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For further details about being a Box Clever Trustee, please download our Trustee Recruitment pack.

If you’d like to discuss the role, either with our Artistic Director Michael Wicherek or one of our Co-Chairs, Cath Smith or Kate Jenkins, email: admin@boxclevertheatre.com

To apply:
In the first instance please submit a CV and a short supporting statement or video to Emily at HR@boxclevertheatre.com

Deadline for applications: 12.00noon, Friday 4th July 2025
We also accept expressions of interest on a rolling basis.

We want the recruitment process to be accessible and welcoming. Please let us know if you have any access requests or any questions about applying or about the interview process itself: Emily at HR@boxclevertheatre.com or phone 0333 034 1016

Box Clever is an equal opportunities employer which champions a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from everyone. Our aim is for our board to represent the diversity of the people with whom we work.