Head of Programme, East Bank

Job Summary

We are looking for a Head of Programme, East Bank to develop, produce and deliver East Bank's collaborative cultural and public programmes.

Job Description

East Bank is the UK's newest cultural quarter - a place where entertainment, inspiration and discovery come together. Located in the heart of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, East Bank is home to some of the world's most innovative cultural and educational organisations: London College of Fashion; UAL, UCL, Sadler's Wells East, V&A East and BBC Music Studios. For more information on East Bank, please select more information below.

Working across multiple partner institutions, the Head of Programme will bring creative and logistical leadership to ambitious, multi-disciplinary projects that engage diverse audiences and reflect East Bank's mission: to be open to everyone who visits, lives and works in East London.

This role will initially be hosted and employed by Sadler's Wells. Subject to the establishment of the East Bank charity, the role will then legally transfer across to the new organisation. The role is a fixed-term contract for a 3-year period.

You will have the following skills and experience:

• Experience producing multi-stakeholder projects, at scale.
• Experience working collaboratively with artists, academics, and cultural institutions.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.

Sadler's Wells benefits include:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Complimentary tickets and discounts
• Enhanced holiday and time off in lieu policy
• Additional pay for parental and family leave subject to eligibility

For more information, please go to the following link -

We welcome all applications by 11:59pm BST on Wednesday 4 February 2026. Interviews will take place on Tuesday 17 February 2026.

Apply