Join BLINK in new Freelance Operations and Administration Role

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive freelancer to provide administrative and operational support across the team. This role will report to the General Manager, Kel Grogan, and will work closely with the core team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, effective documentation, and strong organisational systems.

Commitment: 3 days per week (flexible working arrangement)

Role Length: until 31 March 2026, with possibility to extend

Rate: £200/day

Location: Remote/Hybrid (as required), with some flexibility to be on call for hires

Key Role Responsibilities

• Organisational Systems and Record-Keeping

  • Prepare, review, and manage contracts, job descriptions, and agreement templates (employment, freelance, and production)

  • Maintain shared contact databases, ensuring emergency contact information and key directories are accessible and current

  • Organise and streamline digital filing systems (e.g. shared drives, folders, permissions).

• Studio Operations

  • Support the smooth running of the studio by keeping the space organised, managing supplies and equipment, coordinating cleaners or repairs, and ensuring health & safety checks and visitor needs are covered.

• General Administrative Support

  • Provide flexible administrative support across HR, finance, general operations and producing as needed.

Skills and Experience

• At least 2 years’ experience in an administrative, HR, or office support role

• Confident managing contracts, onboarding documents, and compliance records

• Strong organisational and time management skills, able to manage multiple tasks

• Comfortable working with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and similar tools

• Experience managing the day-to-day running of a studio/venue

• Excellent written communication skills

• Able to work independently and use initiative with minimal supervision

Further Information and How to Apply

You can download a copy of this role description through the links below.

To apply for this role, email your CV and cover letter to recruitment@blinkdancetheatre.org, explaining how you meet the requirements. Applications close on Friday 10th October at 10am.

BLINK Dance Theatre are committed to creating an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. As a neurodiverse and disability-led organisation, we work to challenge discrimination, remove barriers, and amplify the voices of those underrepresented in the arts.