Creative Learning Officer
TRICYCLE THEATRE
2017 is a hugely exciting time to join the team at the Tricycle Theatre, one of London’s leading
producing venues as it prepares to reopen in spring 2018 following an extensive capital project.
The project is set to deliver a raft of improvements, including an upgraded theatre with a new
stage and seating, improved access throughout the theatre and backstage areas and better front
of house facilities for all, including a new cafe space providing a more welcoming environment for
audiences and the public.
Under the leadership of Artistic Director, Indhu Rubasingham and Executive Producer, Bridget
Kalloushi the Tricycle has played to 95% capacity for most of our in-house productions (including
Red Velvet, Handbagged, The Father and The Mother) and successfully transferred productions to
New York (Red Velvet at St Ann’s Warehouse) and the West End (Handbagged at the Vaudeville,
The Father at Wyndham’s Theatre). The Tricycle has won an Olivier Award for Outstanding
Achievement and a London Evening Standard Theatre Award and the Tricycle’s latest hit, The
Invisible Hand, by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Ayad Akhtar was recently nominated during
this year’s Olivier’s Awards
OUR MISSION
The Tricycle presents the world through a variety of different lenses, projecting unheard voices in
to the mainstream. We create high-quality, engaging and innovative work. Located in Brent, the
most diverse borough in London, the Tricycle is a local venue with an international presence.
OUR VISION
We produce world-class British and international theatre that reflects the exceptional diversity of
our local community. We make theatre that crosses continents and tells big stories about how
human connections are made through culture, race and language.
The Tricycle stages at least six productions per year in our intimate and unique theatre. Of these
plays, half are produced in house by the Tricycle’s artistic team, with other work staged in
collaboration with national and international companies.
Our ambitious Creative Learning programme aims to develop the imagination, aspiration and
potential of children and young people. We invest in creating meaningful relationships with young
people who are passionate about theatre but often have limited access to it.
The Role
Main Purpose of the job:
To support the Creative Learning team in the day-to-day running
of the department specifically supporting the running of
workshops taking place across Brent.
Responsible to:
Creative Learning Director
The Creative Learning Officer will support the theatre’s three-person Creative Learning team
which includes the Creative Learning Director, Creative Learning Manager and Creative Learning
Officer. The team lead a programme of work which divides into schools and pathways and young
people and community, happening in community spaces across Brent as well as at the theatre. The
officer will plan and deliver the Production arts programme alongside the Creative Learning
Manager – Schools and Pathways.
Main Duties:
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To support the CL team in the day-to-day running of the department.
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To support the planning and delivery of the new Production Arts programme: A
programme to introduce and train 16-18yr olds in production roles, working closely with
the Creative Learning Manager- Schools and Pathways.
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Liaising with directors, workshop leaders and session assistants to source resources for
workshops, and coordinate their distribution across Young Companies, Schools and
College groups.
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To participate in planning meetings.
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Attend and support Young Companies and Schools Workshops.
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Collate monitoring and evaluation reports from Workshop Assistants.
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To write and log all contracts and DBS checks for all artists/practitioners.
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To track, monitor and record all artist/practitioner invoices.
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To assist in generating and uploading website and social media content.
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To assist in the creation of flyers, posters and print.
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To support print distribution campaigns across community centres in Brent and Schools.
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To support the continual development of the Creative Learning Department’s digital
presence
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To undertake any other reasonable duties as required by your Line Manager or Senior
Management.
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To represent the company with diplomacy, discretion and courtesy at all times.
Person Specification
Essential Skills and Qualities
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An interest in working in a theatre Creative Learning environment
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A positive attitude with excellent self-motivation and ability to work on your own initiative
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Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work flexibly under pressure, to prioritise and
to meet deadlines
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Excellent oral and written communication skills
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Ability to work collaboratively and to connect and work in partnership with others internally
and externally
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Knowledge of basic administrative procedures and systems including Microsoft Word and
Excel
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Ability to work with diplomacy, tact and empathy
Desirable skills and experience
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Experience of working with social networking platforms
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Experience of using Spektrix and Dotmailer
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Hours:
45 hours per week. Office hours are 10am to 6pm but
during production periods you will be required to work
flexible hours
Salary:
£23,000 p.a
Annual Leave:
20 days per year plus standard bank holidays increasing to
25 days per year after 2 years’ continuous employment
Probationary period:
one month
Pension:
The Tricycle operates a contributory pension scheme for
all permanent employees. The Tricycle’s contribution is
capped at 3% of basic salary although the employee may
contribute more.
Other Benefits:
Complimentary tickets for preview performances, subject
to availability
£2 cinema tickets for all standard screenings
Application Procedures:
Please note that only applications submitted on the Tricycle’s standard Application Form will be
considered. We do not accept CVs.
Application Forms can be downloaded here: http://www.tricycle.co.uk/about-us/jobs/
Once the Application Form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Forms are completed please
return, by the closing date below, to:
Email:
By post:
[email protected]
James Foran, Operations Manager, Tricycle Theatre, 269
Kilburn High Road, London, NW6 7JR
Closing date for applications:
Interviews to be held:
Midday Monday 10th July 2017
Week commencing 17th July 2017
The Tricycle welcomes and encourages applications from everyone regardless of their age, sex,
race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, disability or nationality.