Wisbech School of Performing Arts Recruitment

 

Job Title	Class Support Staff
Responsible to	KLSD and Ratzcool Principal

 

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To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to info@wispa.co.uk.

The deadline for responding is 30th Aug at the latest.

Teaching begins when the term commences;  September 2025.

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Organisation

The Wisbech School of Performing Arts (WISPA) is a subsidiary of The Wisbech Theatre Trust. WISPA is a separate company and as such an employee of WISPA is not an employee of The Wisbech Theatre Trust despite the close working relationship between the two.

Ratzcool teach young people from 5yrs - 18yrs to perform with confidence and skill. Saturday classes offer courses in Musical Theatre (acting, singing and movement). Weekday classes are offered in Stage Acting, Media (Screen Acting + Film Making), and our award-winning Young Company.  

With regular performance opportunities students build confidence, make friends, and learn useful skills for both the stage and beyond! Every year Ratzcool holds a showcase to demonstrate their achievements to family and friends during a school year, alongside this there are musical workshops and plays that are presented for the wider public. 

 

About the Role:

 

You’ll be the go-to person for parents, students, and staff, assisting with a variety of tasks – from class admin and communications to helping out backstage during show week. You’ll need to be equally comfortable behind a desk, on the phone, and lending a hand in the wings during performance week. No two days are the same – so flexibility, a calm head, and a sense of humour are essential.

 

What We’re Looking For:

• Excellent communication skills – friendly, clear, and professional
• Strong organisational skills – able to juggle multiple tasks under pressure
• Tech confident – spreadsheets, documents, and dance school management software (or quick to learn)
• Calm under pressure – especially during busy show weeks
• Discreet and professional with sensitive information
• A team player who enjoys working in a creative environment
• Bonus skills: First aid, basic sewing, and event promotion

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist parents, students, and visitors with warmth and professionalism
• Manage schedules, attendance, costume lists, and student records
• Assist with communications – phone, email, newsletters, and social media updates
• Help coordinate events, shows, and rehearsals. 
• Provide backstage support during performances – quick problem solving, costume fixes, and prop management
• Liaise with staff and volunteers to keep everything running on time and on track

 

Working Pattern:

• Part-time evening/weekend work 
• Based at our The Angles Theatre 
• Start date: Monday 8th September 
• Additional paid opportunities during school holidays

 

Benefits:

• Enrolment into a company pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Holiday allowance (28 days pro-rata, including bank holidays)
• A fun, rewarding teaching environment with opportunities to grow

 

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about theatre education and meet the criteria above, we’d love to hear from you. Contact us at info@ratzcool.co.uk