Kenton Theatre
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Job Summary
Job Description
The Education Manager will oversee weekly youth provision, Arts Award delivery, safeguarding, staffing, and customer engagement, while contributing to the long-term vision of Kenton Youth as a flagship outreach strand.
This role is part-time, working 10 hours per week across 50 weeks between 1 August 2026 – 31 July 2027 (or 500 hours). Hours worked outside of term-time are flexible, but during the term dates (listed below) the Education Manager must be available. After the first year, this role has capacity to continue and expand.
Term Dates
Term One:
Monday 14 September, Monday 21 September, Monday 28 September, Monday 5 October, Monday 12 October
19 October – 26 October: Half Term
Monday 2 November, Monday 9 November, Monday 16 November, Monday 23 November, Monday 30 November
+ Christmas Show trip: Friday 11 December
Term Two:
Monday 11 January, Monday 18 January, Monday 25 January, Monday 1 February, Monday 8 February
15 February – Half term
Monday 22 February, Monday 1 March, Monday 8 March, Monday 15 March, Monday 22 March
Term Three:
Monday 12 April, Monday 19 April, Monday 26 April, Monday 3 May, Monday 10 May, Monday 17 May
24 – 31 May: Half term
Monday 7 June, Monday 14 June, Monday 21 June, Monday 28 June [Showcase]
Job Requirements
Experience and Knowledge:
Experience in arts education, youth theatre, or community arts programmes.
Strong organisational and project management skills.
Experience working with children and young people.
Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a small team environment.
Excellent numeracy, literacy, IT and organisational skills.
Proactive and positive team player looking to make a meaningful difference in the arts sector.
Desirable skills include:
Arts Award Adviser qualification (or willingness to train).
Experience managing freelance educators or small teams.
Understanding of theatre production processes (onstage and backstage).
Experience working in a small-scale arts organisation or pilot programme environment.
Interest in inclusive practice and widening access to the arts.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Kenton Youth – Education Manager
- Salary: Under £10K
- Hours:
Part time - Artform: Performing arts
- Role: Teaching
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Fri, 01 May 2026
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Location:
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Job: Kenton Youth – Education Manager
Job: Kenton Youth – Education Manager
Organisation: Kenton Theatre
Postcode: RG9 2BS
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