Wardrobe Assistant
Lawrence Batley Theatre Closing date: Fri, 27 Mar 2026
- Full time
- Under £10K
- Apply now
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
The role includes supporting the Wardrobe Supervisor with costume fittings, maintenance and repairs. You will help ensure that costumes, wigs and accessories are kept in good condition and remain performance-ready throughout the production period.
The successful candidate will be required for the full rehearsal and technical period, plus agreed maintenance days during the run. We are ideally seeking someone available for all dates listed below, but we are open to flexible arrangements.
Rehearsals
04 to 25 November 2026 (weekdays only - 7 hours per day)
Technical rehearsals
26 to 29 November 2026 (10 hours per day)
Maintenance days during the run - These dates may be flexible by agreement
10 December 2026
19 December 2026
28 December 2026
(7 hours per day)
Pack down
3 January 2027 (4 hours)
Job Requirements
- Experience in costume dressing and maintenance.
- Knowledge of a range of sewing and repair techniques.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong team-working ability.
- Well organised with excellent time management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
- Understanding of and commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
Job Responsibilities
- Carry out ongoing maintenance and repair of costumes, wigs and accessories.
- Support costume fittings during the rehearsal period.
- Ensure costumes are stored and handled appropriately.
- Assist with general wardrobe preparation during rehearsals and technical rehearsals.
The successful candidate will be required for the full rehearsal and technical period, plus agreed maintenance days during the run. We are ideally seeking someone available for all dates listed below, but we are open to flexible arrangements.
Rehearsals
04 to 25 November 2026 (weekdays only - 7 hours per day)
Technical rehearsals
26 to 29 November 2026 (10 hours per day)
Maintenance days during the run - These dates may be flexible by agreement
10 December 2026
19 December 2026
28 December 2026
(7 hours per day)
Pack down
3 January 2027 (4 hours)
Job Overview
- Job Title: Wardrobe Assistant
- Salary: Under £10K
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Theatre
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Fri, 27 Mar 2026
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Location:
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Job: Wardrobe Assistant
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Organisation: Lawrence Batley Theatre
Postcode: HD1 2SP
How to Apply
To apply please send a CV, short cover letter and a completed Equal Opportunities monitoring form to [email protected] with the subject line Wardrobe Assistant by 12noon on Fri 27 March. Please contact us directly if you want to discuss submitting your application in an alternative format.
Interviews will take place on Fri 10 April.
- Contact name: Olivia Race
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Lawrence Batley Theatre
Located in the Yorkshire town of Huddersfield, Lawrence Batley Theatre presents a wide ranging year-round programme of in-house and visiting productions, from drama and contemporary dance to circus and pantomime.
We are the creative heart of Huddersfield, as a charity we are here to do our community proud. We share exciting and entertaining stories, encourage creativity, nurture confidence and develop talent. We want to build a stronger sense of community here in our local area of Kirklees.