Development Assistant

Polka Theatre in Wimbledon seeks a Development Assistant

We are seeking a Development Assistant to join the team at Polka Theatre. This is an exciting and varied role, ideal for someone looking to develop a career in the arts and/or arts fundraising. You’ll be line managed by the Development & Events Manager and work with all the Development Team and staff across the organisation. The role would suit you if you:

• Would like to work for a pioneering national theatre for children
• Are passionate about every child having the opportunity to access the arts

• Want to build a career in arts fundraising and events
• Have excellent administrative, research and database skills with attention to detail
• Want to learn how to build strong corporate partnerships within the local community to enhance Polka’s events and fundraising activities
• Want to develop skills in creating and writing compelling donor communications
• Are creative, organised and take pride in working together with a team to look after our valued supporters.

This is a permanent, part-time (3 days per week) role.

Salary: £27,000 per year pro rata (equivalent £16,200 for 3 days per week)

Hours: 3 days per week (21 hours which excludes a lunch break of 1 hour). You may need to work some additional hours, including evenings and weekends, and travel out of London when required (we operate a Time Off In Lieu, ‘TOIL’ system).

Polka’s commitment as an equal opportunities employer means we are keen to encourage applications from people from the Global Majority, people across the gender spectrum and people who self-identify as disabled, who are underrepresented in our sector.

Polka is funded by Arts Council England, London, registered charity number 256979.