Youth Theatre Leader

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic theatre/arts practitioner who is confident engaging and working with teenagers, to plan resource and deliver weekly youth theatre sessions during term time for young people aged 13–16yrs.

• Plan, resource and facilitate weekly practical Youth Theatre sessions to a high standard during term time for young people aged 13–16yrs.

• Create and maintain an inclusive learning environment, adapting activities to meet a range of access needs, learning styles and confidence levels.

• Embed safeguarding best practice in all activity, following the theatre’s policies and procedures and escalating concerns promptly and appropriately.

• Design and submit a weekly session overview at the start of each term that supports progression (e.g., ensemble skills, devising, script work, performance technique, voice and movement), and empowers young people to express themselves and take ownership of their work.

• Lead the development and delivery of an end-of-term sharing/ annual production, including directing, devising, rehearsal planning, sourcing props and costume and supporting the young people to be ready for performance.

• Prepare session resources and materials, and ensure spaces are set up and left appropriately, in line with the theatre’s health and safety procedures.

• Undertake weekly administration, including attendance registers, consent and emergency information checks (as applicable), and timely communication with parents/carers and colleagues.

• Maintain accurate records and contribute to monitoring and evaluation, including brief session notes, feedback, and outcome reporting as required.

• Work collaboratively with the Creative Learning team and represent the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre’s values in all delivery and communications. 

17/06/2026