Lead Chaperone

The Lead Chaperone to be available and onsite for all Young Company rehearsals, production weeks and performances from Monday 26th October 2026 – Sunday 3rd January 2026.
Liaising between Company Stage Manager / Producer re. Call times and other information relating to production.
Creating a chaperone plot for the production in consultation with Stage Management and other chaperones. (Plot to be copied into show bible at end of run).
Keeping accurate records in accordance with the children’s performance license – the ‘Daily Record Sheet’, noting the duration and timing of rehearsals & performances including all breaks, time spent at the venue, waiting times, overnight breaks and to note and report any other observations or concerns for the child. These documents should be filed securely in the chaperone file at the end of each day. It is a requirement that these records are kept and made available, along with the child’s performance license at every place of performance/rehearsal when a child is present for inspection of a Local Authority Officer and that it is kept securely when not in use with Stage Management or at Stage Door. The recording of this data can be delegated to other chaperones as required.
Ensuring enough chaperones are present and that there is adequate supervision of the children, especially when split between dressing rooms, stage and any breakout spaces.
Working with the Company Stage Manager and liaising with all parents/carers in regard to all rehearsals and performances and any last minute schedule changes affecting the children.
Confidently contacting and working alongside parents/carers should any behavioural, anxiety or personal issues arise.
Ensure that arrangements and travel plans for handing children over to a child’s parent or designated carer are clear for each child at the end of each session.
Ensuring any necessary medical welfare plans are put in place.