Costume & Drama Assistant

30 hours per week, 32 weeks per year

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Costume & Drama Assistant to join our thriving Drama department.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a passion for dramatic arts to manage the wardrobe, make/alter costumes and provide administrative support to the Drama department.

This is a fun and varied role that requires an adaptable, creative positive attitude. Responsibilities range from wardrobe management, assisting with costumes, hair and makeup for school productions, helping with preparation for LAMDA exams, and providing general administrative support to the department.

You will source, make, alter, mend and advise on all costume requirements so an experienced tailor is essential for this role. Previous wardrobe management experience would be advantageous.

This role is 30 hours per week and term time only (32 weeks).

To apply, please complete an application form for support staff and submit this, together with a covering letter to the HR Officer, Lorraine Winn at winnl@wycombeabbey.com Further details can be found under “vacancies” on our website: www.wycombeabbey.com

You will be required to provide a portfolio of practical work which can either be emailed together with your application, or brought in with you if selected for interview.

Closing date for applications: 12pm on Friday 25 June 2021. 

Interview date: w/c 28 June 2021.

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should a suitable candidate be appointed before the closing date.

Wycombe Abbey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

We are an equal opportunities employer. 

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