This is a pivotal leadership role created to ensure continuity and strategic direction during a period of organisational transition. The Deputy Director will: Provide operational leadership of the Wordsworth Trust following the Director''s temporary secondment to a major development project. Take on senior-level responsibility for the Trust''s curatorial, programming and learning strategies. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Leadership Support the Board and the Director in implementing the Trust''s vision and strategy. Deputise for the Director as required, including representing the Trust at external meetings and events. Work with colleagues on the Trust''s Senior Management Team - Head of Visitor Experience, Finance and Operations Director, Development Manager - to deliver the Trust''s strategy and manage its operations. Liaise with the Director on the development project to ensure alignment between operational delivery and capital development. 2. Curatorial, Programming and Learning Develop a strategy for exhibitions, events, and learning programmes across the organisation. Develop strategic academic partnerships and funded projects. Take overall responsibility for the development, care, and interpretation of the Trust''s collections, including Dove Cottage and its garden. Provide strategic oversight and line management to the Curator, Education Development Manager (job share), Events Officer and PA to the Director 3. Organisational and Staff Development Work ..... full job details .....