At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead drama sessions for adults with learning disabilities and autism, fostering creativity and confidence.
- Company: Join The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company, a champion of inclusion in the performing arts.
- Benefits: Earn £19.82 per hour, enjoy 7 weeks annual leave, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Flexible hours on Mondays and Wednesdays, with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by empowering individuals through drama and original performances.
- Qualifications: Experience in drama facilitation and a passion for inclusive practices required.
The predicted salary is between 19.82 - 19.82 £ per hour.
The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company is looking for a Drama Facilitator to support people with a learning disability and autistic people to develop their drama skills, confidence, and creativity. This role is ideal for someone passionate about performing arts, inclusion, and person-centred practice, who wants to make a meaningful impact through weekly sessions and original live performance opportunities.
The Role
As a Drama Facilitator with The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company, you will plan and deliver weekly drama sessions for adults with a learning disability and autistic adults. You will provide person-centred support to help participants build skills, achieve individual goals, and devise and perform their own original theatre productions.
Hours
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6.5 hours per day (Flexible applications are considered, you can apply to work one or both days please specify in your application).
Locations
Mondays: Alnwick Playhouse, Alnwick
Wednesdays: Theatre Royal, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Rate: £19.82 per hour
Term: Permanent
Annual Leave: 7 weeks pro rata (inclusive of bank holidays)
Start Date: 19th October 2026
Key responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver weekly sessions across performance mediums, providing a structured framework for groups to contribute ideas and rehearse original performances.
- Identify participant goals, prepare tailored resources, and deliver person-centred support to help individuals build skills and achieve outcomes.
- Coordinate showcase performance events, maintain accurate records (e.g., risk assessments and evaluations), and effectively lead session Drama Workers.
- Build positive relationships and communicate effectively with team members, clients, partner organisations, and key arts/culture stakeholders.
Please Note: This role requires satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance prior to appointment.
Essential skills/experience
- Experience facilitating drama sessions with learning disability and/or autistic groups.
- Excellent organisation and time-management skills, with ability to work to project deadlines.
- Demonstrable experience of performing arts project management.
- Ability to support individuals to achieve outcomes through using person-centred approaches.
- Excellent communicator, able to adapt their approach to meet different communication needs.
- A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Deadline: 12:00 PM on 3rd September 2026
We are committed to equal opportunities and would particularly welcome applications from people from global majority communities.
Drama Facilitator employer: The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company
The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company is an exceptional employer that champions inclusivity and creativity, providing a supportive environment for both staff and participants. With a strong focus on personal development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills in drama facilitation while making a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism. Located in a vibrant community, the company fosters a collaborative work culture that values every individual's contribution, making it a rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
The Twisting Ducks Theatre Company Recruitment Team
