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Drama Facilitator, Bristol Academy of Drama LLP

  •  South West
  •  £30k-40k
  •  Part time
  •  Closes June 15, 2025
  •  Claire Moulds
  •  claire@bristolacademyofdrama.co.uk
  • #Theatre

Description

Job Summary

Wanted: Inspirational Drama Facilitator for September 2025! Are you a fun, dynamic and creative drama facilitator based in Bristol and looking to join our team to teach term time classes, prepare students for shows and run holiday workshops? Then don't hesitate getting in touch.

Job Description

Contract Type: Freelance, Part-Time

Termly Hours: Currently available we have a 3 hour session on a Saturday and a 4 hours session mid week plus cover work for other classes as and when required.

Show days: At least 2 show days/weekends in the academic year which equate to at least 10 hours per day.

School Holidays: Full and half day workshops in both half term and school holidays which will be between 1 day and 5 days and would depend on your availability.

Location: Bristol/South West based on location

Fees: £25-£30 per hour plus holiday pay for weekly classes plus minimum £150 per full day for holiday workshops/show days

Job Requirements

  • Evidence of running drama workshops and theatre productions
  • Experience of working with children
  • The ability to communicate clearly to participants and their guardians
  • Flexibility regarding working hours
  • Relevant experience, qualifications and training
  • A genuine interest in theatre
  • Hold a current DBS on the update service or be prepared to gain one (at your cost)
  • Being first aid trained is desirable or be prepared to undertake training at your cost
  • Hold Professional Indemnity Insurance or be prepared to purchase this
  • To be available for additional hours as required (e.g. performance days and meetings)
  • Ability to cover other classes should the need arise £25-£30 per hour plus holiday pay

Job Responsibilities

See full job description on our https://www.bristolacademyofdrama.co.uk/work-with-us - Work for Us page of our website.

The post holder will carry out the following duties and others that may be reasonably required:

  • Run fun and engaging drama classes
  • Prepare students for annual performance by directing them in class, working with the AD
  • To be available for technical rehearsals and the show itself.
  • To provide an enlivened atmosphere that encourages commitment and learning
  • To assist in the professional development of the Drama Assistant.
  • To manage behaviour in the class according to Bristol Academy of Drama's Behaviour Policy
  • To communicate clearly to the guardians of the children, providing written communication when needed, approved by the Artistic Director.
  • Recognizing the needs of children and young people within the groups that you work with, responding to them sensitively.
  • Maintaining a positive ethos, focused upon drama as a tool for development and growth
  • Being open to exploring new methods of working

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How to Apply

Please send your CV together with a cover letter confirming why you would like to work with us.

Contact name: Claire
Contact email: [email protected]

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