Theatre Graduate Assistant, Uppingham

Salary: £17,672.72 per annum plus benefits and accommodation

12 month contract

38 hours per week

The Theatre and Drama departments at Uppingham are flourishing and produce a range of exciting productions such as Oliver, Working, Chicago, Romeo and Juliet, the Curious Case of the Dog in the Nighttime and Treasure Island.

The Theatre Graduate Assistant will support the Theatre and Drama departments with all aspects of drama and theatre as well as co-curricular and curriculum activities and practical work in the theatre. They will also act as a tutor in one of the school's 15 boarding houses.

The appointment is for one year in the first instance and would particularly suit a recent graduate who intends to pursue a career in the theatre or performing arts education and who will benefit from the mentoring and experience available at Uppingham. Accommodation will be provided throughout the year.

What we offer:

When you join us, you become part of a community that appreciates and supports its team members. You will enjoy a range of benefits that reflects our appreciation:

• 50% contribution to premiums for the School's private health scheme
• Free Westfield Healthcare
• Free membership of dual-use Sports Centre (£25 annual joining fee)
• Free staff lunches in term-time
• School fee discount for children of Uppingham staff (pro-rated for part-time staff)
• Retail, gym, supermarket, cinema and restaurant discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health Services
• Free annual flu jabs
• Recognised as a "Disability Confident" employer
• Recognised as a "Mindful" employer
• Favourable rates and terms with local nursery
• Complimentary staff ticket to selected School performances
• Discount at local coffee shop for Uppingham staff.

Closing date: Monday, 9th March 2026.

Interviews: Friday, 13th March 2026.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early once we have received an adequate number of applications.