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Head of Programming, Turner Sims Southampton

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.

As Head of Programming, you will be a skilled music programming professional with experience in performing arts and/or live music venues. As part of the senior management team, you’ll be joining us at an exciting moment in our history.

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.

Apply by uploading your CV and a cover letter detailing how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.

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.  

Further details:

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.


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Job Details
Section
Civic University
Location:
Turner Sims Concert Hall
Salary
£45,413 to £48,149 per annum
Full Time Permanent
Closing Date:
Friday 16 May 2025
Interview Date
To be confirmed
Reference
3060025TW
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