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Lead Chaperone, Rose Theatre, Kingston

  •  London
  •  Â£30k-40k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes October 10, 2025
  •  Carrie Burnham
  •  carrie.burnham@rosetheatre.org
  • #Theatre

Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Lead Chaperone who will ensure the welfare and safety of our Young Company during rehearsals and performances of our Christmas production of Cinderella, working closely with the CSM and Parents.

Job Description

  • The Lead Chaperone to be available and onsite for all Young Company rehearsals, production weeks and performances from Monday 27th October2025 - Saturday 4th January 2026.
  • Liaising between Company Stage Manager / Producer re. Call times and other information relating to production.
  • Creating a chaperone plot for the production in consultation with Stage Management and other chaperones.
  • Keeping accurate records in accordance with the children's performance license - the 'Daily Record Sheet', noting the duration and timing of rehearsals & performances including all breaks, time spent at the venue, waiting times, overnight breaks and to note and report any other observations or concerns for the child. These documents should be filed securely in the chaperone file at the end of each day. It is a requirement that these records are kept and made available, along with the child's performance license at every place of performance/rehearsal when a child is present for inspection of a Local Authority Officer and that it is kept securely when not in use with Stage Management or at Stage Door. The recording of this data can be delegated to other chaperones as required.
  • Ensuring enough chaperones are present and that there is adequate supervision of the children, especially when split between dressing rooms, stage and any breakout spaces.
  • Working with the Company Stage Manager and liaising with all parents/carers in regard to all rehearsals and performances and any last minute schedule changes affecting the children.
  • Ensure that arrangements and travel plans for handing children over to a child's parent or designated carer are clear for each child at the end of each session.
  • Ensuring any necessary medical welfare plans are put in place.

Job Requirements

The Lead Chaperone attendance is required for all rehearsals from 27th October through to the final show call on Sunday 4th January 2026.

Chaperones will work in collaboration with the child and their parent/guardian, the Stage Management team, Production team and the Local Authority.

Chaperones must adhere to all guidelines issued under a performance license, the Kingston Theatre Trust (KTT) Safeguarding Policy, NNCEE, any other statutory Chaperone Guidance and follow best working practice and ensure they know the name of the KTT Safeguarding Lead and the process for reporting any issues or concerns (outlined in the KTT Safeguarding Policy).

Job Responsibilities

All chaperone have a number of duties but above all they must ensure the wellbeing of the child is put first: they must recognise areas of concern, respond appropriately, report concerns and record their observations and the details of the child's working schedule.

Primarily the role of a chaperone is to protect the welfare of the child by: - Supporting the child through the experience and ensuring they have a good time while also maintaining discipline - Being vigilant and looking out for signs of concern, including safety elements of productions, inappropriate behaviour and signs of bullying - Knowing and understanding the production schedule for each child and ensuring this complies with the Performance Regulations, ensuring all children are prepared in good time to rehearse and perform, that they have sufficient breaks and work within the conditions of their Performance License.

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How to Apply

Please apply by emailing your interest in a cover letter and sending your current C.V.

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