Eden Court Highlands is looking for an Arts Practitioner specialising in Theatre to join its Engagement team in Inverness. This position would suit an experienced theatre practitioner who enjoys working with young people, developing creative projects and making the arts accessible to communities across the Highlands.
The Role
- Lead Eden Court’s Youth Theatre groups for children aged 8 to 10 and 11 to 13.
- Plan, deliver and evaluate theatre workshops and activities.
- Develop creative learning and participation projects alongside the Engagement team.
- Support projects across the Schools, Community and Young Creatives programmes.
- Work with children, young people and adults from different backgrounds and abilities.
- Collaborate with schools, community groups and arts organisations.
- Develop new ideas for theatre and wider creative engagement projects.
- Promote accessibility, diversity and inclusion in all activities.
- Build positive relationships with participants, colleagues and community partners.
- Support Eden Court’s commitment to climate awareness and sustainability.
- Maintain project records and submit reports covering activities, expenses and participation.
- Work with the Engagement Producer for Theatre to develop and deliver the programme.
Working Pattern
15 hours per week.
Usually Monday, 12pm to 8pm, and Tuesday, 9.30am to 5.30pm.
Some evening and weekend work will be required.
Flexible working arrangements may be considered.
Some home working is possible with agreement from the line manager.
Travel to communities across the Highlands may be required.
What We Are Looking For
- Previous experience delivering creative engagement, learning or participation projects.
- Experience working within theatre, particularly participatory or community settings.
- Experience directing or devising theatre productions.
- Ability to work creatively with children, young people and adults.
- An understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice.
- Ability to develop positive relationships with participants and community groups.
- Good organisational, administrative and IT skills.
- Ability to manage several projects and meet deadlines.
- A collaborative approach and willingness to support colleagues.
- Creativity, initiative and an interest in developing new projects.
- An appreciation of the positive impact of the arts on people’s lives.
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.
- Experience in schools, youth theatre or working with underrepresented communities would be beneficial.
- Eden Court does not expect applicants to have experience in every area listed.
What Is On Offer
- Salary of £11,407.24 per annum.
- Permanent employment.
- 15 hours per week.
- Employer pension contribution of up to 6%.
- Annual leave equivalent to 36 days for full time staff, including public holidays, calculated proportionately for part time employees.
- Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service.
- Complimentary and discounted tickets to Eden Court events.
- Free soup and 20% staff discount at Eden Court’s Café and Bar.
- Free parking.
- Flexible working options.
- Enhanced employee benefits package.
- Employer funded enhanced PVG check.
- Opportunities for professional development and creative collaboration.
Applications close on Sunday 18 October 2026.
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