Youth Theatre Assistant – Derby Theatre (0185-26) – Derby, DE22 1GB
About the University
We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.
The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.
We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.
Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.
About the College/Department
At Derby Theatre, we are a charity and a National Portfolio organisation forArts Council England, and we’re known for artistic excellence. We’re committed to education. And we believe that theatre can change your life.
Previously Derby Playhouse, we have a long and important theatrical history. As Derby Theatre, we work in partnership with the University of Derby and are a home for higher education students. We produce new plays and projects, collaborate with artists and local people, and offer training foryoung people too, with opportunities for learners of all ages. It’s all about empowering people to tap into their potential and achieve.
About the Role
The Youth Theatre Assistant supports the delivery of engaging, safe, and inclusive youth theatre sessions by assisting with workshop preparation, participant registration, and attendance monitoring. Working closely with the Youth Theatre Leader, the role involves building positive relationships with young people, actively participating in creative activities, and providing administrative and practical support during sessions and performances. The Youth Theatre Assistant acts as a positive role model, helping participants develop confidence, creativity, and ownership of their work while ensuring compliance with safeguarding, equality, and health and safety policies. The role also includes contributing to session evaluations, reporting concerns appropriately, collaborating with staff and fellow volunteers, and attending relevant training to support the ongoing success of Derby Theatre's youth theatre programme.
The anticipated interview date is Thursday 6th August 2026.
About You
The ideal candidate will be passionate about supporting young people and helping them thrive in a creative and inclusive theatre environment. You will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling them to build positive relationships with participants, colleagues, and families. Organised, reliable, and detail-oriented, you will be able to manage responsibilities effectively while working collaboratively as part of a team and following guidance when required.
To be successful, you will demonstrate enthusiasm for theatre, creative learning, and youth development, bringing energy and positivity to every session. You will be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, with a clear understanding of professional boundaries and responsibilities. A proactive attitude, excellent punctuality, and a willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and relevant training are essential for success in the role.
What should I expect if I am invited to an interview?
We aim to make the interviews as accessible and engaging as possible, and we want you to talk about yourself and your work experience in a relaxed and friendly setting.
We believe an interview is a chance for you to find more information about the role, us as an organisation and for you to get a sense of whether this is the right environment for you.
With this in mind, we have designed an interview process which will enable potential candidates to meet members of the team and partners, see some of the spaces you might be working in, and of course a chance to talk about you and your work experience.
Benefits
Please refer to the job description for Derby Theatre benefits. Please note benefits from University of Derby do not apply.
Key Contact
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Harry Kingscott, Young Artists & Participation Producer, via h.kingscott@derby.ac.uk
For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk
Important Information
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.
To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.
The Theatre is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern.
Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.
Closing Date: 27 Jul 2026
Area: Operational Support
Salary: £12.71 per hour
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