Freelance Youth Theatre Facilitators

Empire Consett / Bishop Auckland Town Hall


Job Summary

Empire Consett and Bishop Auckland Town Hall are looking for experienced and passionate facilitators to lead Youth Theatre weekly sessions on Saturdays from September to December 2025.

Job Description

Empire Consett and Bishop Auckland Town Hall Youth Theatres provide young people aged 4-11 with a wide range of opportunities to improve confidence, develop performance and creative skills, and make new friends.

There are weekly sessions, performance opportunities, visits from theatre specialists, trips to see shows and more.

Both Youth Theatres are at an exciting stage of development and we’re looking to build a team of inspirational facilitators to take us into the coming Youth Theatre term and beyond. Whilst there will be more freelance opportunities from January 2026, this role relates specifically to our autumn term. To apply, you must be available on:

Saturdays 27 September, 4, 11, 18 & 25 October, 8, 15, 22, 29 November & 6 December

10am-11am 4-7 years and/or 11.15am-12.45pm 8-11 years

Fee £120 per session to include all planning

Job Requirements

  • At least 2 years’ experience working with children and young people in a youth theatre setting.
  • Experience of working with children and young people from a broad range of ages and backgrounds.
  • Ability to devise and lead drama workshops that are creative, engaging and empowering.
  • Ability to manage group dynamics and create a nurturing learning environment.
  • Knowledge of a broad range of theatrical forms, genres and devising techniques.
  • Knowledge of good youth theatre practice.
  • Strong organisational skills, timekeeping and communication.

All applicants must hold a Public Liability Insurance (£10m) and these roles will be subject to DBS clearance.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Freelance Youth Theatre Facilitators
  • Salary: Under £10K
  • Hours:
    Part time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Teaching
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Mon, 21 Jul 2025

  • Location:

    North East

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Job: Freelance Youth Theatre Facilitators

Job: Freelance Youth Theatre Facilitators

Organisation: Empire Consett / Bishop Auckland Town Hall

Postcode: DH1 1WA

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