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Freelance Access Support Worker, Lekhani Chirwa

  •  North West
  •  Under £10K
  •  Part time
  •  Closes November 23, 2026
  •  Lekhani Chirwa
  •  lekhani.chirwa@gmail.com
  • #Theatre
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Job Summary

You will be working with Lekhani as her freelance Access Support Worker, funded by her Access To Work Grant. You’ll be supporting Lekhani with her creative freelance roles as an actor, writer, theatre maker and facilitator.

Job Description

Based in Manchester or surrounding area - Majority of work can be done remotely, but may include working in-person e.g attending rehearsals, projects and self tapes (these are usually in the North West)
Experience being an Access Support Worker for freelancers.
Organised, proactive and detail oriented individual.
Able to manage executive functioning tools such as Trello and a shared Google Workplace as well as spreadsheets.
A deep commitment to the Social Model of Disability (the understanding that people are disabled by barriers in society and environments, not by their impairments). They must use patient, non-judgmental, and neuro-affirming communication.
The ability to act as a "body double"-simply working alongside the artist virtually or physically to help them maintain focus, initiate tasks, and reduce isolation
Trustworthiness in handling sensitive information, navigating NDAs for upcoming projects, and keeping clear boundaries between the artist's professional and personal life.
Pay is £15.35 per hour for up to 10 hours per week. Granted 6-10 hours per week by Access To Work Grant.

Job Requirements

Based in Manchester or surrounding area - Majority of work can be done remotely, but may include working in-person e.g attending rehearsals, projects and self tapes (these are usually in the North West)
Experience being an Access Support Worker for freelancers.
Organised, proactive and detail oriented individual.
Able to manage executive functioning tools such as Trello and a shared Google Workplace as well as spreadsheets.
A deep commitment to the Social Model of Disability (the understanding that people are disabled by barriers in society and environments, not by their impairments). They must use patient, non-judgmental, and neuro-affirming communication.
The ability to act as a "body double"-simply working alongside the artist virtually or physically to help them maintain focus, initiate tasks, and reduce isolation
Trustworthiness in handling sensitive information, navigating NDAs for upcoming projects, and keeping clear boundaries between the artist's professional and personal life

Job Responsibilities

Weekly meetings to go over diary management and any travel arrangements.
Help with financial tasks like contractual agreements, invoicing, tracking expenses, chasing payments and budgeting.
Support with managing work-related emails, phone calls, and schedule planning.
Editing documents to make them more accessible.
Supporting advocacy in relation to access needs with any collaborators e.g. ensuring Lekhani's access rider is being followed throughout the duration of a project.
Break down large, complex projects into smaller, manageable daily tasks.
Occasionally in-person support where you are offering structured scheduling, breaks, and reminders for meals and hydration.
Provide emotional reassurance, a quiet sounding board for ideas, or help navigating stressful environments.

How to Apply

Please get in touch with Lekhani - [email protected] and Amy - [email protected] via email - with your CV. Deadline is 23rd November at 17:00. We will be in touch to set up a Zoom or in-person chat.

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