Technical Assistant Stage Manager – Bacchae Schools Tour

Summary

We are looking for  a Technical Assistant Stage Manager to join the National Theatre’s Bacchae Schools Tour team on a 14 Week Fixed Term Contract. 

More Details

The Technical Assistant Stage Manager plays a key role in supporting the successful delivery of Bacchae (school’s version), bringing ambitious, high-quality theatre to life as it tours schools nationwide, helping to ignite young audiences’ engagement with theatre. Working closely with the stage management team, the role is central to delivering dynamic performances, ensuring all technical, staging and logistical elements run seamlessly in a wide range of spaces. This is an opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, collaborative touring team, championing excellence, inclusivity and the transformative power of live theatre.
The successful candidates will have the following:  
  • Experience of touring theatre in a similar role.
  • Knowledge and experience of, or a strong interest in, touring productions to schools.
  • Strong all-round technical background with particular knowledge of sound and lighting rigging and operating.
  • Awareness of current Health & Safety legislation including LOLER, risk assessment and working at height.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
If that sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
To apply, please follow: https://jobs.nationaltheatre.org.uk/job/technical-assistant-stage-manager-bacchae-schools-tour-5868275
The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Friday 24th April 2026 at 12 noon.

Organisation

National Theatre

Location Type

Touring

Salary Type

Weekly Paid

Weekly Rate

670

Closing Date

24/04/2026

Contract Type

Fixed Term, Full Time

Job Type

Backstage & Technical