Programme Manager, Breakin' Convention

We’re looking for an experienced Programme Manager who loves dance and wants to help produce a great portfolio of hip hop activity. Is this you?

We are committed to the development of hip hop theatre artists by providing a variety of participatory opportunities. These include professional development programmes for choreographers, dancers and emcees, projects for young people and educational activities in schools as well as bespoke special events.

In this role you’ll manage and oversee day to day delivery of the Breakin’ Convention artistic programme. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with the Artistic Director for Breakin’ Convention and the Department Director on planning for and platforming artists.

You’ll be a strong team player with a growth mindset and collaborative approach to work. Your ability to lead, problem solve and find innovative solutions will be key in the development of our work and audience reach. You will also demonstrate positive guidance through your line management responsibilities. This is a great opportunity for you to strengthen your network with artists and make a great impact as we grow.

We’re a supportive and hardworking team, working on a variety of projects. We have a ‘smarter working’ approach and encourage both on-site and remote working. Sadler’s Wells benefits include:

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

Applicants must be based in London and hold the Right to Work in the UK.

For more information, please view the job pack
- Programme Manager, Breakin’ Convention Job Pack
- June 2026.

We welcome all applications by 11.59pm GMT on 2 July 2026. Interviews will take place on Friday 10 July 2026.

We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and actively encourage applications from Black, Asian and those belonging to ethnic groups that are currently underrepresented within the Arts. Applications from d/Deaf and disabled communities and low socio-economic backgrounds are also welcome. As a user of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in the Job Pack.

Sadler’s Wells also works collaboratively with Parents in Performing Arts (PiPA) in efforts to support parents and carers within the industry.

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