Freelance Assistant Youth Drama Facilitator at Progress Youth Theatre
Progress Theatre Closing date: Thu, 20 Aug 2026
- Part time
- Under £10K
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Progress Youth Theatre has been running workshops for young theatre-makers and aspiring actors for over 75 years. We are recruiting for a dynamic and positive freelance assistant youth drama facilitator to assist the lead facilitator with the following groups from September 2026. All workshops are based in our working theatre.
Floodlights Group (School years: 9, 10, & 11) on Mondays 5 - 7pm
Blinders Group (School years: 12 & 13) Mondays 8pm - 10pm
Role: Freelance Assistant Youth Drama Facilitator
Hours: Mondays 4.45-10.15pm, 10 weeks each academic term
Fee: £12.75ph
Job Requirements
Your assistant drama facilitation should develop a passion for theatre in our young people, stimulate their imagination, and help develop their enthusiasm and confidence to ask questions about the world around them. We aim to produce at least one show a year that is open to the public, as part of these workshops. A current DBS check is required and can be arranged by Progress if required.
Job Responsibilities
You will be required to assist the lead facilitator with delivering the weekly workshops. Responsibilities will include:
Working alongside the lead facilitator to deliver Floodlights and Blinders workshops, ensuring a safe and creative environment for young participants.
Assisting with activities such as improvisation, character development, scene work, and playwriting, depending on the specific workshop focus.
Responsible for engaging with young people, encouraging their participation, and fostering a positive and inclusive atmosphere.
Setting up and managing the workshop space, organizing materials, and ensuring smooth transitions between activities.
Assisting with supervising arrival and departure of participants.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Freelance Assistant Youth Drama Facilitator at Progress Youth Theatre
- Salary: Under £10K
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Theatre
- Role: Creative
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Thu, 20 Aug 2026
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Location:
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Job: Freelance Assistant Youth Drama Facilitator at Progress Youth Theatre
Job: Freelance Assistant Youth Drama Facilitator at Progress Youth Theatre
Organisation: Progress Theatre
Postcode: RG1 5HL
How to Apply
To apply please send a CV and covering letter outlining your experience in relation to the list above to [email protected]
- Contact name: Emily Goode
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Progress Theatre
Progress Theatre is a self-governing, self-funding theatre group, led by volunteers, and founded in 1946. Our intimate 96-seat venue is the oldest producing theatre in Reading. Our vibrant Youth Theatre offers weekly workshops for young theatre-makers or aspiring actors aged 7-18 years.