Assistant Theatre Facilitator (Children's Theatre)
Angel Shed
United Kingdom, London
Posted on: Nov. 02, 2025
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Description:
Job Summary
Supporting workshop co-leaders with facilitation of weekly sessions on Monday evenings for ages 7-10.
Job Description
Angel Shed are specialists in inclusive performing arts. We facilitate accessible activities for children and young people of all backgrounds. We are led by children's ideas, and they are active participants in the planning, creation, and performance of our work. Find out more on our website (http://www.angelshedtheatre.org.uk/ - www.angelshedtheatre.org.uk) and Instagram (@angelshedtheatre).
This is a supporting role, assisting the workshop co-leaders with facilitation of weekly Angel Shed sessions. We are looking for a committed individual, motivated to develop as a facilitator, and who is passionate about inclusion, theatre, and working with children and young people. They will be a playful facilitator who can handle the creative unpredictability of sessions with a light-hearted approach and keep the wellbeing of children always at the forefront. Please note, formal training or qualifications are not required for this role and support will be provided to the successful applicant.
This is a freelance self-employed position at £16.00 per hour
Fixed-term part-time contract, 3.5 hours per week (term-time only), January - July 2026. Mondays 3.45-7.15pm (planning 3.45-5.00pm + delivery 5.00-7.15pm)
Closing Date: Monday 24th November 2025 (11.59pm)
Interviews: Monday 1st or Wednesday 3rd December 2025
Start date: Monday 12th January 2026
Place of work: Capital City College - Holloway, 444 Camden Road, N7 0SP
Position subject to an enhanced DBS check (provided by Angel Shed).
Job Requirements
Person Specification
You must:
be an aspiring facilitator with a positive attitude.
have experience working with children.
be able to foster good and supportive working relationships with staff, volunteers, and members.
be someone who will value and maintain the positive and inclusive ethos of Angel Shed.
You will ideally:
have experience working in SEN/D or inclusive settings.
have been trained in safeguarding and child protection.
We particularly welcome applications from those who also have skills in movement/dance or music.
Job Responsibilities
Key responsibilities
Assisting the Lead Facilitators in the inclusive facilitation of Children's Theatre sessions and performances:
supporting Lead Facilitators with session planning
facilitating group creative tasks, leading ensemble warm-ups, and demonstrating activities
supporting members one-to-one where necessary
Performing with or supporting members at performances.
Being responsible for admin at sessions and assisting in setting up and packing down rehearsal equipment.
Supporting and participating in termly staff & volunteer training sessions and weekly briefings & debriefs.
This is a guide to the nature of the work required by this role and may be reviewed as required.
How to Apply
Please download the full job information pack here, including details of how to apply:
https://www.angelshedtheatre.org.uk/opportunities/job-vacancies
Contact name: Lauren Phillips
Contact email: [email protected]
Application Deadline:
Nov. 24, 2025
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Part Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United Kingdom,
London
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