The York Glaziers Trust (YGT) is looking to appoint a new Director to provide strategic leadership in the planning, development and delivery of all YGT initiatives.
The Trust is a company limited by guarantee and a charity registered with the Charity Commission. Its objectives are the conservation and preservation of stained glass of historical or artistic importance throughout the UK, the conduct of appropriate research in pursuit of these aims, the provision of excellent training in the discipline of conservation, and the promotion of public appreciation of the medium of stained glass.
The Trust has its premises close to York Minster where it employs a team of 14 skilled conservators in a workshop dedicated to the conservation and preservation of stained glass. For further details of the team, please see: Meet the Team.
The York Glaziers Trust
The York Glaziers Trust
The Trust was set up over 60 years ago to safeguard the world-famous inheritance of medieval stained glass in York Minster, and the Chapter of York continues to be the Trust’s major client. The YGT is currently engaged in fulfilling a 20-year strategic plan for stained glass conservation. In addition to York Minster the Trust also works with the custodians of historic glass of all periods throughout the UK. It also undertakes some new work in the design and creation of contemporary glass. Other key partnerships include the University of York, the York Minster Centre of Excellence for Heritage Craft Skill and Estate Management and the Cathedrals’ Workshop Fellowship.
The Trust contributes significantly to research and training in the field, and to the broadening of public understanding of stained glass and its conservation. It has an international reputation for the quality of its conservation skills, its documentation, training, publication, and professional advice. The Trust has been a sector leader in the adoption of digital technologies, environmental monitoring, and high-resolution photographic recording.
About You
The Trustees are looking for someone to provide inspirational leadership of a team of exceptional conservations and craftspeople. You will be an acknowledged expert in stained glass conservation, with a wide knowledge of the history of stained glass and its context in historic buildings. You will have experience in the management of complex, high profile and high-value projects and the ability to act as an ambassador for the YGT in its relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
In return we offer a stimulating and supportive working environment, an attractive awards package and employee benefits, including a shopping discount scheme.
How To Apply
Please apply for this role before its deadline of Sunday 6 July. Please contact [email protected] to express your interest and to receive more information about the role and how to make an application.
Interviews will be conducted in York in person on Friday 18 July.