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 in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by empowering individuals through drama and original performances.
- Qualifications: Experience in facilitating drama for diverse groups and strong communication skills 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.
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 in Newcastle upon Tyne 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
