Summer School Assistant – Manchester School of Theatre Summer School: Matilda Jr.
The Manchester School of Theatre is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable student assistant to support the delivery of its Summer School production of Matilda Jr. for young people aged 5–16.
Working alongside the Summer School team, you will help create a safe, positive and engaging environment for participants throughout the week. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in theatre education, youth arts participation, community engagement, teaching, stage management, production support, or arts administration.
Duties may include:
- Assisting with the registration and sign-in/sign-out of participants each day.
- Supporting workshop activities, rehearsals and creative sessions.
- Supervising participants during breaks, lunch periods and transitions between spaces.
- Helping with safeguarding procedures and ensuring the wellbeing of all participants.
- Supporting the delivery team with organisation, classroom management and pastoral care.
- Assisting with costume, props and rehearsal requirements as needed.
- Helping to prepare spaces before sessions and restore them afterwards.
- Supporting the technical and front-of-house arrangements for the final performance.
- Acting as a positive role model and ambassador for the Manchester School of Theatre and Manchester Met.
Successful applicants should be confident working with children and young people, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and be reliable, professional and enthusiastic. Experience of theatre, performance, education, youth work or event support is desirable but not essential.
Dates:
Monday 27 July – Friday 31 July 2026 (inclusive)
Hours of Work:
Approximately 10am–5pm daily, with additional support required for the final performance on Friday evening until 7.15pm
Briefing/training:
A pre-project briefing will be provided covering the Summer School schedule, safeguarding procedures, health and safety requirements, participant support expectations, and role-specific responsibilities. This briefing will take place online and will be flexible around your availability. Any mandatory safeguarding training and a DBS check will be completed prior to the start of the Summer School.