Trapeze Teacher
The Circus House Closing date: Fri, 02 Oct 2026
- Part time
- Under £10K
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE
Position: Trapeze Teacher
Reports to: Aerial Programme Lead
Contract type: Freelance
Hours: 4:30 - 5:30 , 6:00-8:30pm Tuesday evenings commencing 3.11.26 until 8.2.27 (Excluding 22.12.26 until 4.1.27 for Winter Break, No youth sessions 16.2.27, 6,13.4.27)
Location: The Circus House, Manchester, UK
Contract Pay: £1130.5
Additional Benefits: We are able to offer access to free training space,
support with creative projects and for the right applicant opportunities to work on a wider range of project work alongside the in house role.
Start date: 3.11.26
Application Deadline: 2.10.26 by 5pm
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Delivering trapeze classes at all levels of the aerial programme. From youth (from age 6) to adult beginners to adult intermediate level.
Session planning within The Circus House aerial programme structure
Monitor the online booking system
Other related duties and responsibilities as reasonably required by the Co-Directors
Interacting positively and respectfully with people regardless of physical or mental ability levels in order to allow them to take part, to learn, and see how circus can benefit them physically and emotionally and lead to positive social experiences
Job Requirements
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION
Essential
Trapeze teaching at a high level
Right to work in the UK
Willingness to under go an enhanced level DBS check
Ability to work independently and within a small team
Ability to monitor online booking system
Excellent verbal communication skills
Interpersonal skills with people at all levels
Enthusiasm for teaching and sharing circus skills with a broad range of
participants
Ability to address a group of people and to speak clearly and confidently
about learning practices whether to individuals or multiple people
Interest in theatre, circus or outdoor arts
An understanding of equal opportunity and cultural diversity
Willingness to rise to challenges of the role, work within a busy work environment
Desirable
Ability to perform and teach other circus disciplines outside of trapeze
Experience working with a community circus company
An up-to-date knowledge of the outdoor arts, circus or theatre sector
Job Overview
- Job Title: Trapeze Teacher
- Salary: Under £10K
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Performing arts
- Role: Teaching
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Fri, 02 Oct 2026
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Location:
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Job: Trapeze Teacher
Job: Trapeze Teacher
Organisation: The Circus House
Postcode: M13 0PD
How to Apply
TO APPLY Please submit the following to [email protected] by 2.10.26 by 5pm
A cover letter (1 A4 page max) stating why you are applying for the position and how you meet the requirements
A current CV (2 A4 pages max), 2 references (only contacted on the offer of a job) and an address, telephone number, email
- Contact name: Sian
- Contact email: [email protected]
About The Circus House
We started in 2011 as a space for Manchester based circus enthusiasts and
professionals to train and develop their work. The company has thrived and
now supports a growing community to learn new skills and develop
performances. We work with a variety of public and private organisations
across Manchester and beyond. Our work ranges from delivering educational
workshops in schools and libraries to putting on shows, celebrations and
events. We are looking for a specialist teacher to cover a period