Seeking a Lead Drama Facilitator and Assistant Drama Facilitator for Spoken World Productions

Main Duties

Each of our sessions are exciting and different, with new themes and activities for the children to engage in. Every week, the children meet and engage in a range of games, exercises, Drama, and Mindfulness-based activities around the various, carefully selected stories written by different authors. Our themes resonate with the children as they digest the message of the author in bite-sized chunks. Our team works hard to ensure the children we serve flourish within each session we share, taking their capabilities to another level and supporting them by boosting their confidence and self-esteem gradually but surely with Drama exercises and consistent encouragement.

• Our ideal candidate is a positive, charismatic facilitator who will demonstrate professional capabilities to join our team.
• You must be fully DBS verified and preferably South London-based.
• You must have entitlement to work in the UK and have availability to work on Thursdays.

Skills and Experience Required

Core Skills & Experience

1. Drama Facilitation & Performance Skills – experience leading or assisting in drama, theatre, or performing arts workshops.
2. Lesson Planning & Creative Delivery – ability to plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate sessions based on stories or themes.
3. Classroom & Behaviour Management – confidence in managing groups of children, maintaining engagement, and ensuring a positive learning environment.
4. Communication Skills – strong verbal communication, with the ability to connect warmly with children, parents, and team members.
5. Adaptability & Creativity – capable of adjusting sessions to suit the group’s dynamics, needs, and energy levels.

Personal Qualities

1. Enthusiastic & Energetic Personality – passionate about inspiring confidence and creativity through drama.
2. Empathy & Patience – particularly important when working with children with varying needs or confidence levels.
3. Team Player – able to work collaboratively with co-facilitators and support staff.
4. Reliability & Professionalism – punctual, organised, and consistent in communication and conduct.
5. Positive Role Model – encouraging, inclusive, and supportive in every interaction.

Essential Requirements

• Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Availability on Thursdays.
• Preferably based in South London or nearby for ease of travel.

Disability Confident Employer

We can confirm that we are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 1-3) who can welcome a wide-range of disabled applicants within our level of training.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.