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Kenton Youth - Lead Facilitator

26 Apr

We are seeking a creative, passionate Lead Facilitator to be responsible for the weekly delivery of Kenton Youth, a new theatre education programme launching in September 2026. This is a front-facing role working directly with young people aged 9–16, delivering engaging, high-quality sessions.

Job Description

Working closely with the Education Manager, the Lead Facilitator will play a key role in shaping participants' creative development, confidence, and engagement with the arts. This role is ideal for a dynamic theatre practitioner or educator who is passionate about inclusive arts education and enjoys working across a broad curriculum-not limited to performance but also including technical and "behind the scenes" elements.
This role is part-time, working 6 hours per week across the year between September 2026 - June 2027. The term dates are listed below. After year one, this role has capacity to continue and expand.
Term Dates

Term One:

Monday 14 September, Monday 21 September, Monday 28 September, Monday 5 October, Monday 12 October

19 October - 26 October: Half Term

Monday 2 November, Monday 9 November, Monday 16 November, Monday 23 November, Monday 30 November
+ Christmas Show trip: Friday 11 December

Term Two:

Monday 11 January, Monday 18 January, Monday 25 January, Monday 1 February, Monday 8 February

15 February - Half term

Monday 22 February, Monday 1 March, Monday 8 March, Monday 15 March, Monday 22 March

Term Three:

Monday 12 April, Monday 19 April, Monday 26 April, Monday 3 May, Monday 10 May, Monday 17 May

24 - 31 May: Half term

Monday 7 June, Monday 14 June, Monday 21 June, Monday 28 June [Showcase]

Job Requirements

Experience and Knowledge:

  • Experience delivering drama, theatre, or performing arts workshops for children or young people.

  • Strong facilitation and group management skills.

  • Ability to deliver engaging, inclusive sessions across a range of abilities.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Reliable, organised, and able to work independently within a structured programme.

Desirable skills include:

  • Experience working in community arts settings.

  • Knowledge of technical theatre or devising practices.

  • Arts Award Adviser trained (or willingness to undertake training).

  • Experience supporting showcases or youth performances.

  • First Aid qualification.

Job Responsibilities

Main duties and responsibilities

  • Oversee, plan and deliver weekly sessions for two age groups (9-12 and 13-16), in line with the curriculum.

  • Deliver engaging, structured workshops covering drama, movement, voice, and introductory technical theatre skills.

  • Adapt delivery to suit varying abilities, ensuring all participants are supported and challenged.

  • Support the delivery of Arts Award (Explore and Bronze), including guiding participants in completing their Arts Logs.

  • Assist with tracking evidence and preparing work for moderation

  • Contribute to the planning and refinement of session content in collaboration with the Education Manager.

  • To line manage and support the Class Assistant

  • Support guest practitioners and visiting specialist tutors by assisting with session delivery where required.

  • Maintain clear communication with the Education Manager regarding session planning.

  • Ensure all safeguarding, health & safety, and behaviour policies are followed at all times.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Kenton Youth - Lead Facilitator

  • Salary: Under £10K

  • Hours: Part time

  • Artform: Performing arts

  • Role: Teaching

  • Contract: Contract

  • Closing date: Fri, 01 May 2026

  • Location: South East view on Google Maps

How to Apply

Terms and Conditions

Salary: £18 p/h

Hours: 6 hours p/w during the term time: 4 hours are onsite Mondays 16.00 – 20.00 delivering the programme, 2 additional hours are for administration relating to the role.
Additional paid hours may be available for Arts Award moderation, trips, and the showcase; these are to be decided with the Education Manager.

Contract type: Freelance

Location: Hybrid role; weekly sessions will be held in Henley-on-Thames, and administration hours may be worked remotely.

Application Process

Please email a CV and cover letter to: [email protected] ensuring that Lead Facilitator is included in the subject line. Please ensure you complete our Equal Opportunities form, which is available on our website, and send this together with your application.

For further information please contact Lottie Pheasant, Theatre Manager at
[email protected]

Deadline for applications: 5pm on Friday 1st May

Apply now