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Blackpool Council have advertised the position of Dance Development Officer for the Lancashire area in the Daily Telegraph;

Employer: Blackpool Council
Location: Lancashire
Salary: £20000 - £29999
Benefits: £24,331 - 25,940 Per Annum Pro Rata.

This is an exciting time for the development of dance across the Fylde. Building on the success of a dance development programme in Blackpool, we are now looking to expand this work across the communities of the Fylde.

A brand new purpose built outdoor performance space will open in 2010 on the Tower Headland in Blackpool. This will provide a wonderful arena for local groups to showcase their new dance talents. Dance is also a core strand in Blackpool’s 365 Festivals programme with events such as the Out2Dance Festival. You will work closely with the Festivals Manager to develop engagement programmes for our local communities across the Fylde.

We need an experienced Dance Development Officer to manage the delivery of the Fylde Dance Project for the next 3 years. You will have a passion for dance and its many different forms and the benefits it can bring to all age groups in the community particularly young people. You will have experience in appointing and managing a wide range of dance professionals and companies to deliver workshops, residencies and performances.

You will be self-motivated, highly organised and confident, with excellent communication skills and experience in working with a range of partners.

This post is funded through a partnership of the following local authorities: Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre and Lancashire County Council and Arts Council England.

For an informal discussion about the post please call Carolyn Primett, Head of Arts at Blackpool Council on 01253 476520 or Lynne Pattinson, Arts Development Officer on 01253 478238.

All Local Authorities are required to undertake a pay and grading review. This post will be subject to Job Evaluation and the pay and grade may increase or decrease as a result.

Please be aware that this job closes at 11:59AM on 16/03/2009. (Daily Telegraph – Dance Development Officer)