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Children's Chaperone - Disney's The Greatest Showman, Bristol, Disney Theatrical Group

  •  London
  •  ÂŁ40k-50k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes September 22, 2025
  •  Pam Dosanjh
  •  dtg.recruitment@disney.com
  • #Performing arts

Description

Job Summary

Overview of the Business: Behind the Magic Step into the spotlight and join the magic behind the curtain! Disney Theatrical is preparing for the highly anticipated world premiere of The Greatest Showman, a large-scale new musical production opening in March 2026 for a dazzling two-month run.

Job Description

Our Commitment to Inclusion: A Place for Everyone
We are committed to building a workplace that celebrates and reflects the diversity of the world around us. This applies onstage, backstage, and in every role across our company.

Overview of Role: Keeping the Magic Safe

Job Title: Children's Chaperone
Position Type: Fixed Term Contract
Location: London / Bristol
Reports to: Children's General Management (Keston&Keston) and DTG.

We're seeking experienced, compassionate, and professional Chaperones to join the team of the upcoming production of The Greatest Showman. This full-time role is central to supporting the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of our young performers both on and off stage.

This role will require evening and weekend availability in line with the production schedule. The position is offered on a fixed-term basis, subject to the Producer's right to give two weeks' notice to close the production. Chaperones can come from anywhere commutable to London, Leeds, Manchester, Chichester or Bristol (due to the locations of the children who will be travelled weekly).

What You'll Need to Step into This Role:
To be eligible for this position, applicants must hold:

  • A valid chaperone licence.
    A current DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.
  • Proven experience working with children, with a strong understanding of safeguarding, duty of care, and emotional wellbeing.
  • Two recent references from relevant professional and/or educational settings.

You'll Be Someone Who Brings Disney Values to life and…

  • Demonstrates warmth, responsibility, and genuine care in all interactions
  • Maintains clear professional boundaries and upholds confidentiality
  • Works collaboratively, while also being confident when working independently
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment and pays close attention to detail
  • Communicates clearly and effectively, especially with children and their parents.
  • Has a positive, can-do approach, is flexible and collaborative.

Job Requirements

The Qualities of a Star Chaperone
As a Chaperone, you'll be expected to look after, support and safeguard our young cast members to the highest standards. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Acting in Loco Parentis: Providing care and supervision at the level a responsible parent would, ensuring children feel safe and supported at all times.
Child Welfare: Ensuring the health, safety, welfare, and education of every child in your care.
Safe & Inclusive: Creating a nurturing, inclusive, and discrimination-free environment.
Compliance: Following all Health & Safety and Safeguarding policies as outlined by the Producer and General Management.
Licensing Adherence: Complying with all local authority licensing and inspection requirements.
Reporting & Documentation: Reporting and documenting any concerns or incidents to Children's General Management (Keston & Keston), DTG and Company Management as required.

Job Responsibilities

Record-Keeping: Keeping accurate records of any illness, injury, or accident, and ensuring parents and (if necessary) local authorities are informed.
Company Support: Assisting the company across all activities, including rehearsals, performances, maintenance calls, get-ins, fit-ups, get-outs, including emergency scenarios.
Adaptability: Being familiar with understudy and swing performances and adapting as needed.
Team Coverage: Providing coverage for colleagues during holidays, absences, or other needs.
Financial Responsibility: Handling petty cash as directed by General Management, with timely reconciliation of receipts.

And of course, any other reasonable duties that support the care of our children and the smooth running of the production.

Additional Information:

Contract Type: Fixed Term - Full Time (including evenings and weekends)
Start Date: 29th December 2025
Location: London / Bristol
Probationary Period: 12 weeks

How to Apply

To Apply, Please Send:
1. Your CV (PDF format, saved as First Name, Last Name, CV):
2. A short covering letter explaining why this role is the right fit for you

Please email your application to: [email protected]
Subject line: Chaperone Application – Your Name
Deadline: 22th September 2025
Please note: all applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Interviews for this role will take place on Thursday 25th September.

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