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PERFORMING ARTS TEACHERS AND PRODUCERS WANTED!

Inspire Theatre Workshops provides innovative, exciting Performing Arts classes to children and young people. Passionate about Child Development and nurturing our students' confidence, our workshops are designed to boost social and performing skills through Drama, Dance, and Singing.

We are looking for energetic and committed workshop leaders for our after-school and weekend classes across Edinburgh and Fife for ages 4-7, 7-11 and 12-17. Are you looking for a reliable income and to join a super fun, creative, and growing team?

Apply now! Send your CV and covering letter to [email protected]

Teacher

Teacher key responsibilities:

• Working alongside another experienced performing arts leader, you'll deliver exciting and engaging drama, dance and singing activities to boost students’ confidence and mental wellbeing
• You'll co-direct hilarious and original performances each term
• You'll teach song, dance and show materials in a high-energy, encouraging and inclusive manner
• You'll lead dynamic and fun physical and vocal warm-ups for each age group
• You'll learn & prepare class material ahead of time to achieve fast-paced and engaging sessions (all performance and weekly class materials provided for you)
• You'll adhere to Inspire’s values, policies and procedures to promote a healthy culture
• You will create a safe and welcoming learning environment for each student

Teacher desired qualifications, experience, and traits. We want to hear from you if:

• You hold a College or University qualification in the Performing Arts or similar
• You are highly-skilled in at least one performing arts discipline (singing / dancing / acting) and are confident and skilled in the rest
• You have experience of working with children and young people
• You care about the continual development of your students
• You are confident, fun and silly, creative and engaging, a quick-learner, energetic, hard-working, positive, eager to learn, open to feedback, and have great time-management skills

What’s in it for you as Teacher?

• Competitive rates of Pay (teacher rate starts at £12.87/hr, party leaders £46.31/hr)
• Fun, rewarding work
• Working with creatives in a supportive, encouraging, people-centred environment
• Using your skills as a performer / creative
• Opportunity for progression within the company
• Regular appraisals and ongoing development reviews
• The chance to make a real difference in children’s lives

Producer

Producer key responsibilities:

Includes the responsibilities of the Teacher detailed above, with additional responsibilities detailed below.

• You'll liaise with parents before & after sessions to ensure regular and clear communication on their child’s progress in classes
• At the end of each term, you'll write positive and encouraging feedback for students
• You'll ensure clear and timely communication with parents, admin team and relevant Area Partner regarding all aspects of your Inspire school
• You'll encourage the growth and expansion of your Inspire School through regular parent contact, and promotion of Inspire referral policies and opportunities in the local community
• You'll be responsible for First Aid & completing a Risk Assessment during sessions to ensure a safe environment for all

Producer desired qualifications, experience, and traits. We want to hear from you if:

In addition to Teacher requirements detailed above:

• You possess a great command of the English language, writing in an easy-to-understand and smooth-flowing style for providing written feedback to parents
• You have a passion for Child Development
• You have a GROWTH mindset

What’s in it for you as Producer?

All the opportunities of a Teacher as detailed above, plus:

• Competitive rates of Pay (producer rate starts at £15.44/hr, party leaders £46.31/hr)
• Additional commission structure on top of base pay

For more company info visit www.inspiretheatreworkshops.co.uk

or check out our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/InspireTheatreWorkshops

Positions Available in: Portobello, Corstorphine, Merchiston, Stockbridge, South Queensferry, Kirkcaldy, Lundin Links, Markinch, Dollar, Cupar, Dalgety Bay, Aberdour

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 7th July 2023

Testimonials from our fabulous Teachers:

"Teaching with Inspire Theatre Workshops has been such a fantastic opportunity for me as a recent theatre graduate. I have benefited from the many opportunities for progression within the company, the excellent rates of pay and I love that all sessions are co-led with various members of our fabulous team. All teachers are PVG certified, with full training provided and constant support from our lovely management team. I have already gained so many valuable skills as a freelance industry professional that will remain with me throughout my career."

"This is the best job I’ve ever had. I love working with Inspire so much and it’s so close to my heart. It’s amazing for my mental and physical health and it’s my dream job come true! All the staff are amazing and inspire me everyday as well as the kids."

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Commission
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 14-18 per week

Salary: £12.87-£46.31 per hour

Benefits:

• Free or subsidised travel
• Profit sharing

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Commission pay

Education:

• Diploma of Higher Education (required)

Experience:

• performing arts: 1 year (preferred)
• working with children: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• PVG (preferred)
• driver's licence and access to your own vehicle (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 07/07/2023
Expected start date: 14/08/2023