Deputy Stage Manager – Storyhouse, closes 12 Aug

Storyhouse are looking to recruit a Deputy Stage Manager for our forthcoming Christmas production. You will join the stage management team working closely with creative, production and the wider Storyhouse team.

This is on a full time fixed term basis from October 2022 – January 2023.

Salary: £468 per week (43 hours). Equity MRSL 3

Closing date: 12th August 2022

To apply please visit: www.storyhouse.com/get-involved/work-with-us

Project Administrator – National Museums Liverpool, closes 3 Aug

People are at the heart of National Museums Liverpool. Colleagues from across the NML team make a difference every day, creating memorable experiences for everyone and challenging expectations.

They pride themselves on being a place for everyone, but they are always aiming higher, aspiring to be representative of the communities they serve. Through people, they are building a culture which embeds trust, respect and inclusion and an organisation in which people are engaged and empowered to enable National Museums Liverpool to evolve. You could be just the right person to join them.

They currently have the posts of Project Administrator x2 available.

To provide administrative support to a group of capital projects being delivered by the Major Projects team.

Apply at the link below:

https://liverpoolmuseums.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/2733790?cid=1998&jobtitle=Project.Administrator&location=Liverpool&rsid=19092&ad=1832379&t=Project-Administrator&l=Liverpool

Facilities Coordinator – The Reader, closes 25 July

The Facilities Coordinator is a key part of The Reader’s sites team.

You will have held a similar role in the commercial, social enterprise or charitable sector and be able to demonstrate how this experience will translate to this new role.

You will need to be flexible and willing to work with the whole team to solve problems we encounter as they grow. You will have a good level of physical aptitude for maintenance tasks. You’ll be able to demonstrate your adaptability and willingness to learn.

Full job description here: https://www.thereader.org.uk/job/facilities-coordinator/

Freelance Drama and Dance Facilitators – One Day Creative, closes 25 July

One Day is a fresh and forward-thinking Creative Education Company, connecting children and learning with creativity and imagination.

Their innovative approach to education is the perfect companion for schools looking to enrich the curriculum and complement classroom teaching.

In their experience, children have very different and unique ways of learning and we believe that these individual learning styles should be nurtured and encouraged. Placing children in an environment where they can thrive and feel confident often leads to successful and happy learning. Their menu of workshops cater for creative learning throughout all Key Stages using Drama, Music, Dance, Fitness and Play.

One Day Creative Education are looking for enthusiastic, motivated and highly passionate Creative Education Workshop facilitators based in the North West to join their team. You will be delivering a range of creative and educational drama and dance workshops in schools across your region in the UK.

Dance Facilitators: they ask that if your experience is primarily in teaching and facilitating dance. We ask that you also deliver Drama workshops. They find that their dance facilitators can, very easily, deliver their drama workshops as well- and there is plenty of support to help you develop in this area.

Essential Requirements

  • Performing arts (drama or dance) background.
  • Experience of facilitating and/or teaching children.
  • Full driving license and must have access to your own car.
  • Flexibility with dates.
  • Willing to travel.
  • DBS Enhanced disclosure check (if you do not have one of these, please do let them know)
  • Enthusiasm by the bucket load!

Desirable Requirements

  • Knowledge of the education system and current curriculum would be an advantage.

Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS disclosure clearance.

Follow this link to fill in the application form on their website – https://onedaycreative.com/opportunities/freelance-dance-drama-facilitator/

Auditions will be held via Zoom w/c 25th July and w/c 15th August.

Puppetry and Dinosaur suit construction/maintenance – Jurassic Earth, closes 31 Aug

Jurassic Earth are searching for a unique individual to enter their Jurassic Base and learn all about the construction and maintenance of their amazing dinosaurs.

Candidates must be able to drive and have own transport to reach us.  Skills or interests in painting, construction, electronics, craft skills and experience with power tools are an advantage.

Candidates must be based in North West of England and be a self motivated individual.

To apply, contact: Dave Hull, dave@jurassic-earth.co.uk

Creative Learning Practitioner – Storyhouse, closes 31 July

The team are looking to recruit a Creative Learning Practitioner on a 12 month fixed term, part time 20 hours per week basis.

Their Creative Learning Practitioner will create, lead and manage workshops with children in local schools; you will support teachers to develop pedagogy for applying creativity.

Your working week will include one day of time for planning with the team; the rest of your week will be spent in schools delivering creative workshops planned by you in collaboration with the teachers. You will need to enjoy creating fun, inclusive environments for children to develop theatre skills, build confidence, work creatively with other young people, and learn from creative professionals.

You will find ways to explore career pathways, finding opportunities for the students to meet industry experts and learn about different careers.

The role will suit those with substantial experience delivering performing arts and creative learning for young people, ideally within formal education.

They are looking for someone who also has experience delivering choreography/movement/physical theatre.

To apply, contact: Emma Hutt, hr.team@storyhouse.com

Production Assistant – Green Carnation Company, closes 7 Aug

Green Carnation Company are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and proactive part time Production Assistant to support them on their production of Vincent River at Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester this October.

This is an emerging role for administrative and production support throughout the rehearsal and performance period.  This role is designed to support emerging producing talent from emerging creatives in the Northwest. As well as providing experience in a producing theatre company, they will also provide mentorship, tailored for you and your own development.

In particular we’re looking for strengths in any of the following areas;

  • Social media content creation
  • Stage management
  • Fundraising

Sound like this could be you? Then get in touch!

For full information, job pack and how to apply please visit: https://greencarnationcompany.com/opportunities/

This is a paid role with a minimum fee of £500, with possibility of increase dependent on income. (All members of the team will be paid the same amount, including director and producer).

They want to help support and develop diverse talent so they particularly want to hear from applicants from LGBTQ+, global majority and other under-represented backgrounds.

Closing date for applications 12pm, Sunday 7 August

Light & Sound Operator – JULIE: The Musical, closes 18 July

The musical are looking for a Sound & Lighting Operator to join their team for the tour of JULIE: The Musical this year

The ideal candidate will have experience in fringe touring, and ideally with Musical Theatre. The show features both backing tracks and some live music, so experience with live microphones/mixing is desirable.

This is a touring production with a base in Manchester, so a Northern base is preferred but not necessary. Travel and accommodation while touring is provided – (please note some will be shared accommodation). The fee for this role is a flat fee £3000 (plus travel & accomodation)

DATES:

27th-30th July – Manchester

2nd-5th August – London

7th August – Ellesmere Port

10th August – Mossley

12th August – Leeds

14th-28th August – Edinburgh

28th October – Delph

9th-12th November – Cambridge

16th-18th November – Birmingham

Due to the nature and themes of the production they encourage applications from those who feel underrepresented in the industry, especailly those who are from the global majority and are part of the LGBTQ+ community

To apply please email juliedaubignythemusical@gmail.com with your CV, relevant experience and tell them a little about yourself!

Self-Employed Music Teacher – Lancashire Music Service, closes 17 July

Self Employed Teachers – Vocal/Instrumental/Curriculum Delivery Teachers – Pay rates from £24 to £34 per hour (depending on lesson type)

Lancashire Music Service (lead partner of Lancashire Music Education Hub) are recruiting music teachers to work on a self-employed basis from September 2022.

They welcome applications from all areas of specialism, including music technology with available work in the following areas:

North – Lancaster, Wyre, Fylde & Preston

Woodwind, Ukulele, Guitar, Brass, Samba, Music Tech

South – South Ribble, Chorley and West Lancashire

Ukulele, Woodwind, Strings, Music Tech

East – Ribble Valley, Hynburn, Burnley, Pendle & Rossendale

Ukulele, Guitar, Vocals, Music Tech

Previous experience of whole class teaching is preferred. They are also recruiting Curriculum Music Teachers with QTS.

Work may include individual/group tuition and whole class instrumental teaching.

They’re looking for creative and innovative teachers able to demonstrate a high level of proficiency in your area of specialism (eg. music technology, instrumental, voice, song-writing). Previous teaching experience, good organisational skills and IT literacy are essential, as is a commitment to reflective practice and professional development.

For more information about the Music Service and Hub: www.lancashiremusichub.co.uk

To apply, please send a covering letter and C.V. (PDF format preferred) to: azizah.musa@lancashire.gov.uk

Closing date: Sunday 17 July 2022, 5pm. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Interviews will take place via Zoom on 20thand 22ndJuly 2022.

If you have any further questions, please email lancs.music@lancashire.gov.uk

Cultural Learning and Participation Apprentice – The Atkinson, closes 8 July

Apprenticeships are high quality, work-based training programmes for people who want to develop their prospects and career.

The programme provides work-based training for those who want to learn new skills and gain a qualification while working.

The Atkinson are looking to recruit an Apprentice who is committed and motivated to complete the 18 month programme.

Your duties will include; helping to plan, develop, organise, assist with and deliver a range of heritage-based workshops, events, projects and community engagement events – particularly focusing on youth audiences and using online content and social networks as appropriate and working alongside the Exhibitions and Learning Officer to deliver school visits and develop their education offer to schools.

This post will be based at The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport PR8 1DB

For an application pack please contact Apprenticeships@Sefton.gov.uk

Closing date – Friday 8th July 2022

Interviews – Thursday 28th July 2022