Job Description

Teaching assistant? Yes, but with a difference! Support sessions, inspire young performers and help run a theatre school you can be proud of.

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Hours:

3 hours - Thursday Evenings 16:00 to 19:00

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Duration:

40 weeks, aligned with the academic year

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Pay:

From 13.00 per hour

Location:

Biggleswade Academy, Mead End, Biggleswade

Imagine walking into a bright, buzzing studio. Children are laughing, rehearsing lines, dancing across the floor and discovering confidence they didn't know they had. And there you are, helping to make it all happen and keeping everything running smoothly. This isn't just a role. It's being part of the magic every week.

We are seeking a

Performing Arts Assistant Teacher & Company Coordinator

to join us

every Thursday Evening for 3 hours, across 40 weeks of the academic year

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This unique role blends

hands-on creative teaching support

with

light company coordination

, perfect for someone who thrives in both performance and people-focused leadership.

What You'll Bring

? A natural ability to support young people in a creative environment

? Strengths in communication, organisation, and relationship-building

? Enthusiasm for performing arts (dance, drama, or singing - any is welcome!)

? A calm, reliable presence who helps a team and a space run smoothly

? A values-led approach rooted in

inclusion, kindness and positive learning

Where Your Talents Take Centre Stage

Performance & Teaching Support

? Assist teaching staff where needed, in delivering engaging dance, drama, and singing sessions

? Encourage participation, creativity, and confidence in children aged 4-18

? Support class setup, transitions, warm-ups, and creative activities

? Help maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and safe learning environment

Company Coordination & Management

? Welcome families and liaise confidently with parents at drop-off/pick-up

? Contribute to the organisation of workshops, events, theatre trips, and productions

? Assist with planning, admin, and behind-the-scenes coordination

? Support general operations so sessions run seamlessly and joyfully

Flexible, people-focused, and ready to use your strengths to uplift young performers while growing your own leadership skills? Join our supportive, values-driven creative community and make Thursday's magical.

Apply today

and bring your creativity, values and strengths to a role that truly matters.

At Theatretrain, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Pay: From 13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 3 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Free parking On-site parking
Licence/Certification:

enhanced DBS (preferred)
Work Location: In person