Youth Activity Support [20689]

Birchvale Players

Birchvale Theatre is seeking a passionate and creative individual to support and lead youth activities as part of our growing programme. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young people and has a flair for drama, storytelling, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and facilitate youth theatre sessions, including drama games, improvisation, and creative writing.
Support young participants in developing their confidence, teamwork, and performance skills.
Assist with theatre productions, helping with rehearsals, backstage coordination, and creative input.
Encourage creativity and inclusion, ensuring all young people feel valued and supported.
Collaborate with volunteers and staff to deliver a safe, fun, and inspiring environment.
Ideal Candidate:

Experience working with children or young people in a creative setting.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Enthusiasm for theatre, storytelling, and youth development.
Reliable, patient, and adaptable.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people while contributing to a vibrant community arts initiative.

Basic Information

Youth Work
  • Physical health benefits
  • Social benefits
  • Mental well-being
  • Instrumental benefits

Volunteer Commitment

Daily
5
Long-term volunteer = over six months
Weekdays, Evening
No

Accessibility and Inclusion

Yes
Physical
Yes
Fluent
Yes
Yes
No gender restriction

Requirements

None
None
people skills, skills with youth work desired
No

Training and Induction

general induction of facility its uses and health and safety procedures.
hands on training on helping to run the section whats involved etc
as long as required
In-person

Process and Logistics

Application form, CV, Informal chat, Formal interview, Probation period
Public Liability, Personal Accident, Professional Indemnity
Yes
Yes