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Closing date for applications: 29 September 2025 at 10.00amSalary: £25,643 per annumContract: Fixed-term, 12-month contract, ideally starting in October 2025 Kickstart your career in the arts with this dynamic traineeship supporting creative projects that connect schools and communities with the power of theatre.The participation trainee role at the Donmar Warehouse is a hands-on opportunity to gain insight and experience within the theatre industry by supporting the Donmar's work with schools and community groups. As part of the participation team, the trainee will contribute to the planning and delivery of a wide range of creative projects, including the Local Performance Programme, Take the Stage, My Future, Pathways and the Schools' Tour. They will assist with logistics, administration, and communication, working closely with teachers, young people, freelance theatre-makers, and community partners.Day-to-day responsibilities will include maintaining project schedules, organising meetings and events, managing departmental inboxes, and supporting the smooth running of participation projects. A key part of the role will be organising the Local Performance Programme, acting as the main point of contact for schools and holding this project as their own to practise and develop core skills. The participation trainee will also contribute to planning processes, and support the creation of content for marketing and documentation purposes.By the end of the traineeship, the participation trainee will have built a strong foundation in communication, project management, collaboration, and arts administration, equipping them for a vibrant future career in creative engagement or arts education. This role is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in arts administration. The role does not require facilitation skills or include facilitation opportunities. During your traineeship you will:Within your role:<ul><li>Learn how to plan, deliver and evaluate participatory arts projects from start to finish, including workshops, performances, and outreach events.</li><li>Develop strong communication skills through liaising with a wide range of stakeholders, including teachers, artists, young people, and theatre professionals.</li><li>Gain experience in inclusive practices and safeguarding, and understand how access and care are prioritised in community and education work.</li><li>Build confidence managing a busy inbox and supporting the coordination of multiple projects and schedules.</li><li>Gain hands-on experience using industry-standard tools such as Spektrix (ticketing and CRM), Dotdigital (email marketing), and other admin systems.</li><li>Develop confidence in contributing creatively to planning and communications, including writing copy for mailers and workshop materials.</li></ul>Holistically:<ul><li>Get a behind-the-scenes view of how a leading London theatre operates, including how different departments collaborate.</li><li>Work as part of a friendly and experienced team, with opportunities to grow your professional network within the theatre and arts sector.</li><li>Receive mentoring and tailored support to shape your personal development and explore career pathways in arts participation, producing or education.</li><li>Access opportunities to attend performances, industry events and professional development sessions as part of your learning journey.</li><li>Gain access to a thriving and active Donmar Trainee alumni community.</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential&nbsp;<ul><li>A desire to pursue an administrative career in the arts</li><li>An interest in working with school and community participants</li><li>Experience of working in an administrative capacity</li><li>Experience of managing your own workload</li><li>Excellent administration and organisational skills</li><li>Excellent communication in person, on the phone and in written form</li><li>Computer literate: word processing; spreadsheets; databases; internet and email</li></ul>Desirable&nbsp;<ul><li>Knowledge of the local communities and/or schools in Camden and Westminster and how to engage with them</li><li>Experience of working with a file management system such as Google Suite, Teams, dropbox etc</li><li>Experience of having engaged with participatory projects in school or community settings</li><li>An awareness of safeguarding procedures for young people and adults at risk</li></ul> This opportunity is specifically for candidates who are from the Global Majority.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Donmar Warehouse

CATALYST Participation Trainee

Closing date for applications: 22 September 2025 at 12 noonSalary: £38,129.29 per annum (pro rata)Contract type: 10-month fixed term contract Bring unforgettable theatre experiences to classrooms across the UK that shape how young people engage with creativity, storytelling and performance.The National Theatre (NT) makes theatre that entertains and inspires using its creativity, expertise and unique reach. We share unforgettable stories with millions of audience members across the UK and around the world – on our own stages, on tour, in schools, on cinema screens and streaming at home. The schools engagement team is a new team within the learning &amp; national partnerships directorate, focusing on the development and delivery of the NT’s Inspire strategy, an ambitious plan to widen the National Theatre’s support for drama and creative learning in schools across the UK.As one of two schools engagement project managers, you will work closely with the head of schools engagement, and the rest of the team to devise and lead a diverse, high-quality and inspiring programme of live and digitally delivered activity, exploring all aspects of theatre making and production for schools and teachers working across all educational phases from primary to further education. The programme is inspired by the full range of the NT’s work both on and off stage and involves both NT artists and creative teams and some of the UK’s most exciting theatre makers. This role will manage work at the National Theatre, in London and nationwide.The role will build strong relationships with schools, education partners and partner theatres to inform the development of the programme and will work closely with the wider Learning team and the NT Digital team on all aspects of the programme’s successful communication, delivery and evaluation. Responsibilities<ul><li>With the head of schools engagement, plan and develop schools engagement programmes, including the Bacchae Schools Tour, Drama Teacher Conference, National Theatre Collection Resources, Schools Matinees and Student Conference, building on the National Theatre’s existing programme of work across all educational phases</li><li>Build and maintain up to date knowledge of schools context, curriculum and needs, to inform the development and delivery of live events and workshops, teaching resources, training and professional development</li><li>Manage the detailed planning of the programme across the academic year, in collaboration with the learning operations team to ensure the programme is integrated into planning and production schedules</li><li>Work with the head of schools engagement and the digital team to develop and deliver projects and educational content for the NT Collection, NT Learning Hub and future digital education platforms and resources</li><li>Plan and develop activity linked to NT repertoire (Southbank, West End and UK Touring) with a clear focus on curriculum and school priorities</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Good understanding and working knowledge of English and wider UK primary and&nbsp;secondary education systems, qualifications and alternative provision</li><li>Demonstrable project management on large scale arts education projects and&nbsp;&nbsp;organisational skills with delivery to budget and deadlines</li><li>Experience of developing education resources, including digital resources</li><li>Knowledge of contemporary theatre practice and performance, including work for&nbsp;&nbsp;young people &amp; new writing</li><li>Understanding of inclusive practice, participatory work and co-creation in school&nbsp;settings</li></ul>If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you! At the National Theatre, we support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. We actively welcome applications from individuals who are part of global majority, disabled and LGBTQ+ communities, and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

National Theatre

Schools engagement project manager (maternity cover)

Closing date for applications: 21 September 2025 at 5.00 pmSalary: London fee - £110 per day, paid pro rata based on total working hours throughout October - December 2025 Bring your passion for community arts to life by creating and facilitating empowering workshops that help displaced communities share their stories through theatre, music, movement and visual art.Good Chance is seeking two workshop facilitators for our pilot co-creation project with people from refugee and asylum seeking backgrounds, as part of our new Hope Shows programme. We are looking for individuals with energy and enthusiasm, who are great with people, eager to share their skills and knowledge, and who are open to developing within the role. Creativity and kindness are at the heart of this project, so we’re seeking facilitators who can inspire participants and support them in shaping and sharing their stories through a collaborative artistic process. This role is part of Good Chance’s Stage Door Programme, designed as a professional development opportunity open specifically to people from a refugee or asylum seeking background with lived experience of displacement. We are looking for people who already have a strong foundation of experience in facilitation and the arts, and who are excited to continue developing these skills within a supportive professional environment.&nbsp;Ten years on from the original Hope Shows in the Calais Jungle, Good Chance is reviving this powerful project for a new era. Working with refugees, asylum seekers and people seeking sanctuary living in temporary accommodation in London and beyond, the Hope Shows will combine trauma-informed participatory art and applied theatre practice with high production value performance grounded in artistic integrity. Each Hope Show will be co-created with local communities, enriched by sessions with prominent guest artists, and will culminate in extraordinary public performances hosted by leading theatres. The project will bring Good Chance’s unique Hope Show format to refugee support organisations across the UK, starting with London, using theatre as a powerful medium for healing, empowerment and public awareness. Through safe and creative workshops, displaced people will have the chance to share and develop their unique talents, connect with others and take part in high-quality performances. The Hope Shows will also reach diverse audiences bringing together displaced and settled communities and amplify stories of hope through press, digital and social media campaigns.We are looking for experienced, compassionate and creative workshop facilitators to co-lead participatory workshops that will form the foundation of each Hope Show. Facilitators will work closely with Good Chance’s deputy artistic director, Elias Matar, and collaborate with professional artists with lived experience of displacement to design and deliver inclusive, trauma-informed sessions that empower community members to share their stories through theatre, music, movement and visual art. The workshop facilitators will work as part of the creative and administrative team to support the workshops, rehearsals and performances for the first Hope Show in London. Responsibilities<ul><li>Facilitation: co-design and co-deliver engaging, trauma-informed creative workshops that are inclusive, safe and responsive to community members’ needs.</li><li>Co-creation: support community members to develop and shape material for the final performance through storytelling, improvisation, movement and collaborative scene-making.</li><li>Collaboration: work closely with Good Chance’s artistic team, partner organisations and other artists to ensure workshops are dynamic, accessible and culturally safe.</li><li>Participant support: build trust with community members, ensuring dignity, agency and care are embedded throughout the process.</li><li>Rehearsals &amp; performance: contribute to the rehearsal and creation process and support the final Hope Show performance at a professional theatre venue.</li><li>Reflection &amp; learning: take part in evaluation and feedback to support the ongoing development of the new Hope Shows model.</li><li>Communication with community members: be a main contact for community members during workshops, rehearsals and performances, monitor attendance, support with their learning and development, give advice and feedback.</li><li>Administration: take notes in rehearsals, check these notes with the creative team and work with the workshop assistant to ensure that they are shared with the community members.</li><li>Set up: in conjunction with the workshop assistant, make sure rehearsal spaces and any other rooms are set up for each workshop.</li><li>Communication with team: in-person, phone and email contact with creative team, wider project team, partners, community members and wider contacts.</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential<ul><li>Demonstrated experience facilitating participatory drama workshops, ideally with refugees, asylum seekers or other marginalised groups</li><li>Strong skills in theatre-making/directing and/or other art forms (e.g. movement, music, visual arts, storytelling)</li><li>Knowledge of applied theatre practices and community arts approaches</li><li>Ability to create inclusive, culturally sensitive and multilingual-friendly workshop environments</li><li>Excellent collaboration and communication skills</li><li>Commitment to Good Chance’s values of dignity, co-creation, excellence, access and legacy</li><li>A strong interest in theatre work in the community, and desire to develop these skills on a large-scale professional performance project.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience working in partnership with grassroots or frontline refugee support organisations</li><li>Multilingual skills</li><li>Trauma-informed or therapeutically informed approach to facilitation</li></ul> Further information about the role, as well as information on how to apply, can be found on our website via the 'Apply' button.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Good Chance

Workshop facilitator

3 Outreach / Partnerships / Community Engagement Fixed term contract Opportunities