British Ceramics Biennial (BCB) is seeking to appoint an experienced project manager/evaluation expert to manage and deliver the evaluation of the 2025 British Ceramics Biennial in Stoke-on-Trent.
From 6 September to 19 October 2025, BCB will present a free, six-week celebration of contemporary clay and creativity. The 2025 Biennial will feature the work of over 60 artists. Spode Works – the post-industrial site of the original Spode factory – will be animated by exhibitions, screenings, talks and events, shining a light on Stoke-on-Trent’s industrial heritage and creative spirit.
About the role
The scope of the brief includes developing and implementing an evaluation methodology, managing data collection and delivering a final 2025 Biennial evaluation report. The design and delivery of the evaluation should be based upon BCB’s Impact Framework and Arts Council England’s Let’s Create Investment Principles. The 2025 Biennial evaluation should document a range of quantitative and qualitative data collection, including visitor surveys, artist surveys and participant interviews. Please refer to the Evaluation Brief document for full details.
Applications
Please submit an expression of interest by 10am, Monday 11 August 2025 consisting of the following:
- A covering letter detailing relevant experience
- A CV
- A fully costed proposal
Address your proposal to Natalie Armitage and email your documents to natalie@britishceramicsbiennial.com with ‘Evaluation Proposal’ in the subject line.
For an informal conversation prior to submitting a proposal, please contact:
Natalie Armitage, Head of Business Services, natalie@britishceramicsbiennial.com / 01782 294634
Timeline
Closing date for receipt of proposals: 10am, Monday 11 August 2025
Interviews with shortlisted candidates: 13-18 August 2025
Successful candidate contracted: By Tuesday 19 August 2025
