Youth Actor for CODE 2026

Youth Actor for CODE 2026

Justice in Motion Closing date: Thu, 02 Apr 2026

Artform: Performing arts
Role: Performer
Contract: Temporary
UK-wide

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

We’re looking for a youth performer (playing 12 – 14) to share the lead role in our physical theatre show CODE which will be touring Europe (Norway), Edinburgh Festival Fringe and various locations across England, May – Jan 27.

Job Description

Nicky is the main character - playing age 12-14 and they can be any gender. The role requires someone with strong acting skills and experience of parkour is required, as well as some skateboarding ability.

CODE uses a blend of physical theatre, parkour, rap and trials bikes to create powerful, relatable content which helps young people recognise exploitation and the dangers of county lines and its relationship to knife crime. CODE encourages young people to make informed choices and stay safe.

We're offering a daily rate of £175 p/day for this role.
Hours per week will be negotiated with both post holders and will exceed national minimum wage.

For more information about CODE visit our website.

Job Requirements

We need you to be available to develop, rehearse and perform the show. Key dates include:

Audition Workshop

Sunday 19th April, 11am - 4pm (by invitation only)
Venue: Oxford, UK

Rehearsals

5-7 days w/c 18th or 25th May (tbc)

Touring

May '26 - Jan '27 (tbc)

We welcome applications from people for whom the character description might reflect their lived experience.

Job Responsibilities

In addition to the skills outlined above, the role requires someone who is a confident communicator, enjoys being part of a close-knit team, and has excellent timekeeping.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Youth Actor for CODE 2026
  • Salary: £10k-£15k
  • Hours: Part time
  • Artform: Performing arts
  • Role: Performer
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Closing date: Thu, 02 Apr 2026
  • Location: UK-wide

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV, headshot and any relevant links, as well as a covering letter, to let us know why you want to be on the Justice in Motion team, and what attracted you to this particular project CODE.

We can accept written applications or alternative formats (video or audio) max. 3mins.

Please email your application to: [email protected] and include "Application for Nicky" in the subject line.

The closing date for receipt of applications is: Thursday 2nd April, @5pm