Why work with us?

A career with Swindon Theatres is never dull, often challenging but at the same time fun and rewarding.

• Our business model is unique and our specialisms are broad.  You will learn and grow with us. 
• Our teams are super people to work with – we know because they regularly tell us!
• We expect staff to express their views, to listen to ours and to be part of decision-making processes.
• We’re proactively committed to diversity and equal opportunity for all.
• We’re very supportive of our staff achieving a happy work-life balance.
• Our vision is quite simply to be the UK’s premier provider of live entertainment and hospitality and we know that our people are our most important asset.

Students

Working with the Wyvern Theatre & Arts Centre is popular with students as we offer a range of casual opportunities within hospitality, technical and marketing that can work around your studies.

Types of Roles

Hospitality

Providing an innovative dining, drinking and conference facilities with theatrical flair requires a range of talented chefs and friendly servers over a range of levels and employment types.  

Ticket Office

The approachable Ticket Office team provide excellent customer service while proactively selling tickets in this customer-facing role offering fun and flexibility.

 

Technical

Often the hidden function of a theatre, these heroes make the show happen from assisting with the ‘get-in’ to managing the sound and lighting. 

 

Marketing

The marketing and promotions teams ensure our customers know about the broad-range of incredible events within the venues' many spaces in this busy but exciting department.

 

Administration and Management

Off the stage a gifted group of administrators, finance and management teams ensure the venues run smoothly. 

Current Jobs

Marketing & Promotions Assistant

We are looking to appoint a full time Marketing & Promotions Assistant to join our busy marketing department. You'll ideally have a proven interest in theatre and experience in using all social media platforms. You'll play an important part in all of our campaigns by running our social channels, monitoring our print displays, creating your own promotional events and attending existing local events. The more creative you are, the better! Hours are generally 9-5, Mon-Fri but some evening and weekend work will be required.

Closing date: Fri 31 May

To apply: Please send application form and cover letter to Marketing & Sales Manager Kate Claxton - Kate@wyverntheatre.org.uk

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Technician

We are looking to appoint a passionate full time Technician to join the Swindon Theatres technical team. The post holder will be responsible for assisting with the preparation of, setting up and a variety of operational duties in respect of the diverse range of productions and events staged by professional and amateur companies, as well as the routine maintenance of the facility, as directed by the Buildings and Technical Manager.
 
Closing date: 3^rd May 2019 5pm

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Please send completed application forms and a cover letter to admin@wyverntheatre.org.uk

Casual Technician

We are looking to appoint passionate casual technicians to join the Swindon Theatres technical team. The post holder will be assisting with the preparation of, setting up and a variety of operational duties in respect of the diverse range of productions and events staged by professional and amateur companies, as well as the routine maintenance of the facility, as directed by the technical team.
 
Closing date: Ongoing

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Please send completed application forms and a cover letter to admin@wyverntheatre.org.uk

Commis Chef Apprenticeship

12 Months Fixed Term Apprenticeship (Level 2)

We're looking for an ambitious and organised self-starter who is keen to get started with a career in the kitchen. With training and support, you will learn and undertake a broad range of basic food preparation and operation functions across all kitchen sections to the quality standard set by the Head Chef and Sous Chef.

30 hours per week over 4 days out of 5 to include allocated study time.  Working hours may include evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.

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Casual Stagedoor Receptionist

We are looking for a casual stagedoor receptionist to join our Front of House team. The first direct contact many people have with the Wyvern Theatre is via the Stage Door. As such, the Stage Door Receptionist is an integral part of the theatre’s front line team and must be polite, positive, helpful, friendly and discreet at all times. Evening and weekend work is essential.

Closing date: Fri 26/04/19

To apply, please download and complete an application form, sending to Elly Stimpson-Duffy on elly@wyverntheatre.org.uk or via post to Elly Stimpson-Duffy, Wyvern Theatre, Theatre Square, Swindon, SN1 1QN.

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Do you love theatre and the arts?

Have you ever considered Volunteering?

There are lots of reasons why people volunteer. It may be that you want to make use of your skills (or learn new ones). Perhaps you would like to broaden your work experience, give something back to your community...or perhaps you simply want to meet people and make new friends. Whatever the reasons, volunteering with Swindon Theatres is a really rewarding experience!

As a Swindon Theatres Volunteer Usher you’ll be the face of the theatre, meeting and greeting our guests and ensuring that they have a fantastic experience when they visit us. We’ll train, guide and support you so that you can volunteer for us with knowledge and confidence. We know that everyone has commitments in their lives, so we’re flexible about when you volunteer. 

Volunteering with Swindon Theatres is an opportunity to taste, first hand, life in a theatre environment. If you have time to spare and would like to find out more, we’d love to hear from you.

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Meet the team

We’re committed to training and developing our staff, preparing them for their next step in whichever direction that might be. Here’s the proof.

Chris Husseyin

Chris started at the Wyvern Theatre as a Casual Usher in 1988 and over the years has worked in several different roles in the theatre. Over 10 years ago Chris began working in the Ticket Office, progressing to Deputy Manager and then in 2010 became the Ticket Office Manager.

Chris says: 'I love theatre and consider myself very lucky to work at the Wyvern. There are always opportunities to work in different departments and working closely with a great team creates a lovely environment to work in.'
 

Darren Chivers

Darren started his theatre career in 1999 as a casual Saturday morning Ticket Office Assistant at the Wyvern Theatre. Over the years he has learnt just about every aspect of theatre life and has gained a real passion for all things theatrical. Having had roles in Hospitality, Ticket Office and Marketing, he now works in his dream role as Customer Services Manager.

Darren says: 'I feel very lucky to be in a job I genuinely enjoy, how many people can hand on heart say they look forward to going to work?'
 

Kate Claxton

Kate joined the Swindon Theatres team as Marketing & Promotions Assistant in June 2014, before being promoted to Marketing & Press Officer just six months later. Kate has been enjoying the variety of the role ever since.

Kate says: 'No two weeks are ever the same in my job. One week I’m building web pages and designing marketing emails, the next I’m dressed up as a princess to promote our Pantomime! I’m never bored and that’s so important to me.'