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Assistant Youth Theatre Director, Pentabus Theatre Company

  •  West Midlands
  •  Â£15k-20k
  •  Part time
  •  Closes June 25, 2025
  •  Joanna Freeman
  •  joanna@pentabus.co.uk
  • #Theatre

Description

Job Summary

Pentabus is an award-winning theatre company, and we are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Assistant Youth Theatre Director to join the Pentabus team.

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Youth Theatre Director (Freelance)

Location: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 1AZ

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: £20 per hour (approximately 3-hours per week)

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Assistant Youth Theatre Director to join the Pentabus team. The ideal candidate will have experience in directing theatre and an interest in working with and supporting young people through the performing arts. This freelance role involves supporting the Youth Theatre Director with planning, directing, and leading regular youth theatre activities and productions for young people in Ludlow aged 11 - 18.

About Pentabus Youth Theatre

Pentabus Youth Theatre is a new opportunity for young people aged 11 - 18 to join a cohort of likeminded peers and develop skills in acting and theatre-making. Young people will attend regular, term-time youth theatre sessions and performance events, as well as benefit from support and mentoring from professional facilitators, directors and associates. Young people will work together to develop scripted pieces of theatre from established texts, learn how to devise, and showcase their work publicly at Ludlow Assembly Rooms and other venues across the region.

From 10th September 2025, youth theatre sessions will run on Wednesdays during term-time at Ludlow Assembly Rooms for two age groups, as follows:

  • 5.00pm - 6.15pm for ages 11 - 14
  • 6.30pm - 7.45pm for ages 15 - 18

For more information about how to apply, visit:
https://www.pentabus.co.uk/assistant-youth-theatre-director - Assistant Youth Theatre Director

Job Requirements

Essential

  • Experience of working with children or young people in a creative or educational setting.
  • Strong interest in theatre, drama, or performing arts.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Reliable, punctual, and well-organised.
  • Understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles.
  • Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends, if required, especially during performance periods.

Desirable

  • First Aid or Safeguarding training.
  • Knowledge of inclusive practices and working with diverse groups.
  • A current DBS check or willingness for one to be processed for you by Pentabus

Job Responsibilities

  • Assist in the delivery of weekly youth theatre workshops in Ludlow for young people aged 11 - 14 and 15 - 18.
  • Support the Youth Theatre Director in planning creative activities, rehearsals, and performances.
  • Encourage participation, creativity, and confidence-building among young people.
  • Help manage group dynamics and ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.
  • Provide one-to-one support to participants as needed, including those with additional needs.
  • Assist with administrative tasks such as attendance records, safeguarding documentation, and feedback collection.
  • Contribute to the setup and clear-up of workshop spaces and performance venues.
  • Attend team meetings, training sessions, and performances as required.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter explaining how you meet the skills, qualifications and experience needed for the role by the deadline of 10am on Wednesday 25th June.

We welcome written, video and audio applications.

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