Schools Engagement Project Manager

We are looking for a Schools Engagement Project Manager to join the National Theatre Schools Engagement Team. 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.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Experience of working with schools, including working with young people, teachers and Head Teachers in a national context.
• Good understanding and working knowledge of English and wider UK primary and secondary education systems, qualifications and alternative provision, with experience of working with schools.
• Demonstrable project management on large scale arts education projects and organisational skills with delivery to budget and deadlines.
• Experience of developing education resources, including digital resources.
• Knowledge of contemporary theatre practice and performance, including work for young people & new writing.
• Understanding of inclusive practice, participatory work and co-creation in school settings.

If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!

Working with us will give you:

• Complimentary staff tickets for shows and guided tours, subject to availability and policy.
• 25 days annual leave increasing up to 32 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Development Programmes via e-learning platform, and specialist in-person training relating to role.
• Hybrid and flexible working, subject to agreement and policy.
• Access to interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme partnership.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Family Friendly policies including Family leave and Support leave.
• Family-friendly employer – we are a member of Parents and Carers in the Performing Arts (PiPA).
• Pension schemes with Legal & General and NEST.
• Sabbatical option, subject to agreement and policy.
• On-site staff canteen and social facilities.
• On-site occupational health support.
• In-house mental health and wellbeing advisors providing workplace counselling and support.
• Wellbeing programme of events, including mental health awareness, financial wellbeing, skills sharing and opportunities to get active.
• Exclusive staff talks to hear more about NT productions, past and present, from leading practitioners.
• Discounted access to National Theatre at Home.
• Volunteer leave – one paid day per year to volunteer for your chosen charity.
• Discounts in the NT’s bars, cafés, restaurants, and bookshop, as well as in local businesses (from Wagamama to gyms), on and around the South Bank.
• Access to retailer discounted gift cards and a cash-back-on-spending card.

Please note: The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 31st March 2025 at 12 noon. We are committed to treating all our employees with dignity and respect. We support our diverse workforce to thrive in an inclusive and supportive working environment that is driven by our organisational values, mission and vision. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies. If you would like to speak to someone about any adjustments or have any questions about the recruitment process, you can email or call us on 02074523834.