Children’s Chaperone

Disney Theatrical Group
London, UK | Salaried: £50000 – £60000 | Closing: 28 August 2026

Summary

We’re seeking experienced, dedicated and professional Chaperones to join the team of a major musical on a fixed-term basis. This role is central to supporting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of our young performers, both on and off stage.

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Responsibilities and Duties
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 ensuring children feel safe and supported at all times.

●      Supervision: Remain with children at all times whilst they are in your care on stage and backstage, ensuring they are always able to be seen by a licensed chaperone.

●      Child Welfare: Ensuring the health, safety and welfare 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. Following guidelines surrounding allergies and dietary requirements during mealtimes with children.

●      Licensing Adherence: Complying with all local authority licensing and inspection requirements. Ensuring all daily paperwork is filled out accurately daily.

●      Reporting & Documentation: Reporting and documenting any concerns or incidents to Children’s General Management (Keston & Keston), DTG and Company Management as required.

●      Record-Keeping: Keeping accurate records of any incidents, illness, injury, or accident.

●      Company Support: Assisting the company across all activities, including rehearsals, performances, maintenance calls, get-ins, fit-ups, get-outs, including emergency scenarios. Having clear and effective communication with the rest of the company.

●      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.

●      Behaviour: Encouraging a positive and professional environment throughout rehearsals, on stage and backstage.

 

What You’ll Need
To be eligible for this position, applicants must hold:

 

●      A valid chaperone license.
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. Ideally candidates will have 2 years minimum experience.

●      Two recent references from relevant professional and/or educational settings.

 

Skills Required
●      Demonstrate clarity, warmth, responsibility, and genuine care in all interactions.

●      Maintain clear professional boundaries and uphold confidentiality.

●      Work collaboratively, while also being confident when working independently.

●      Thrive in a fast-paced environment and pays close attention to detail.

●      Communicate clearly and effectively, especially with children and their parents.

●      Has a positive, can-do approach, is flexible and collaborative.

 

Additional Information
●       Contract Type: Fixed Term – Full Time (including evenings and weekends)

●       Start Date: February 2027

●       Location: London

●       Probationary Period: 1 year (with chance to renew)

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