Programme Assistant
Fuel Productions Ltd Closing date: Tue, 01 Sep 2026
- Full time
- £25k-£30k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
Fuel is looking for an enthusiastic and attentive Programme Assistant to join the team.
The Programme Assistant will support the producing team in delivering Fuel's exciting and diverse programme of work and will work within our core values of curiosity, trust, learning, representation, sustainability and creativity.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, race, ethnicity, socio-economic background, disability, religion or belief, national origin, pregnancy or maternity, or age. We actively welcome applicants from backgrounds that are currently under-represented in the arts sector. Candidates can be based anywhere in the UK. Candidates must have the current right to work in the UK.
You'll be line managed by our Senior Producer and work closely with producers across a wide range of productions while developing your skills in independent producing. This is a full-time, fixed-term role for two years, with hybrid and flexible working options.
Job Requirements
Essential Experience, Knowledge, Attributes & Skills
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work to deadlines
- The ability to forward plan, predict and use initiative in managing busy schedules
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- An understanding of the importance of attention to detail and a rigorous work ethic
- Excellent IT skills (including Microsoft Office)
- The ability to work discreetly with confidential information
- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- The ability to work with a wide range of people from varied backgrounds
Desired Experience, Knowledge, Attributes & Skills
- Familiarity with Fuel's projects and the artists with whom we work and the audiences we engage
- An understanding of and a passion for contemporary theatre and live performance
- An understanding of or experience working in the wider arts sector in the UK
Job Responsibilities
To support Fuel's team of producers in the delivery of a wide range of projects. Tasks may include:
- Arrange rehearsal & tour logistics - travel, accommodation, etc.
- Liaise with venues, production partners, cast & creative team members & their agents about rehearsal & tour logistics
- Monitor, analyse & report on ticket sales
- Support delivery of marketing & communications plans, working closely with the Communications Manager
- Support project evaluation including drafting evaluation reports
- Fundraising support: research funding opportunities, draft solicitation plans & administration
- Take minutes at production & key meetings
- Finance support: budget management & reconciliation, administration
- Draft, circulate contracts & tour packs for creative teams, artists
- Draft, update prospective partner packs for projects
- Collate evaluative data for board & Arts Council England reporting
- Support the delivery of engagement activity
- Administrative tasks including filing
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Programme Assistant
- Salary: £25k-£30k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Performing arts
- Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Tue, 01 Sep 2026
- Location: UK-wide
How to Apply
Visit https://fueltheatre.com/get-involved/ for full details and to apply. Applicants will submit a form and their CV. Audio and video applications are also welcome.
Interested in finding out more? Join our online drop-in Q&A on Thursday 13 August from 5 to 6pm. Email [email protected] for the Zoom link.
- Contact name: Joanne Williams
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Fuel Productions Ltd
Fuel leads the field in independent producing in the UK’s live performance sector, working with brilliant artists to explore urgent questions, to shine light on how we relate to each other and the world around us, and to tell untold stories by under-represented voices. From theatres to car parks, from schools to public spaces, Fuel produces high quality new theatre that reaches diverse audiences across the UK and internationally.