Job Description

Assistant Coordinator and Practitioner

About Us:

Andrew Curphey Theatre Company (ACTC) recently won 'Arts Organisation of the Year' at the Liverpool City Region Culture and Creativity Awards 2024. Celebrating 16 years of inspiring and nurturing young performers, we continue to provide high-quality performing arts opportunities across Widnes, Runcorn, Warrington, and Frodsham.

Under the leadership of Andrew Curphey, ACTC fosters a supportive and creative environment where children and young people develop their skills in performing arts, musical theatre, drama, dance, and singing. We deliver community-based evening classes and work extensively with primary schools through workshops, PPA cover, curriculum projects, productions, and CPD lessons. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to explore the creative and performing arts.

Position: Assistant Coordinator and Practitioner (Full-Time, Fixed-Term Contract)

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic individual to join our team as an Assistant Coordinator and Practitioner. This is an exciting opportunity for someone enthusiastic about theatre and education, with strong leadership skills and a commitment to growing our company. The role will initially be offered on a fixed-term, full-time contract, with the potential for extension based on performance and company needs.

Salary: 24,000 per year

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, including evenings, school holidays, and some weekends

Fixed Term: 12 months

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching in Primary Schools: Deliver high-quality performing arts workshops, lessons, and curriculum-based projects during school hours. Evening Class Leadership: Teach and manage ACTC's community-based evening sessions, ensuring high standards of teaching and student engagement. Production & Project Coordination: Assist in the planning, organisation, and execution of productions, performances, and special projects. Holiday Club Planning & Delivery: Organise and lead engaging holiday club sessions, ensuring a fun and educational experience for participants. Administrative & Office Tasks: Support the smooth running of the company through administrative duties, including scheduling, communication, and documentation. Social Media & Marketing: Manage and enhance ACTC's social media presence, create engaging content, and contribute to marketing strategies to promote the company's offerings. Business Growth & Promotion: Actively contribute to the growth and promotion of the company, engaging with new schools, families, and students. Collaboration with the Director: Work closely with Andrew Curphey and the wider ACTC team to develop and enhance the company's offerings and ensure its continued success. Additional Duties: Undertake any other tasks that the director feels appropriate to support the company's objectives.

Ideal Candidate:

We're seeking a candidate who aligns with ACTC's core values: someone who is passionate about our work, self-motivated, positive, and results-driven. You should have a genuine love for working with children, young people and adults, and bring positivity and passion into every setting. You'll be a role model and inspiring presence, helping to create a space where our students feel safe, confident and excited to learn and grow.

Additionally, the ideal candidate will have:

A degree-level qualification in a relevant field (e.g., Performing Arts, Education, Community Arts, or similar) Experience in teaching or facilitating performing arts sessions for children and young people Strong organisational and administrative skills A passion for theatre, education and community engagement The ability to work both independently and as part of a team A confident, approachable and professional attitude when representing the company Strong social media and marketing skills with the ability to create engaging content and promote the company effectively Flexibility to work evenings and travel between venues as required

Benefits:

Professional Development - Paid CPD opportunities (workshops, courses, conferences). Holiday Allowance - Minimum 28 days (including bank holidays). Flexible Working - Some hybrid admin work if feasible or occasional remote planning. Pension Scheme - Auto-enrolment into a workplace pension (as per UK law).
This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a thriving theatre company that makes a real impact on children's lives through the performing arts.

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter tooffice@actheatrecompany.co.uk

Closing Date - Friday 4th July 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 24,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:

Teaching: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/07/2025
Reference ID: ACTC01
Expected start date: 01/09/2025