Programmes Assistant

Programmes Assistant, Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation

Contract - 12-months (with possibility of renewal/extension)

Hours - 35 hours per week, flexitime (core hours 10am-4:30pm)

Salary - £24,000 per annum

Location – Based at Coram Campus, with options for hybrid working

About Coram

Coram is committed to improving the lives of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young

people. We support children and young people from birth to independence, creating a change

that lasts a lifetime.

Founded by Thomas Coram we are the first children’s charity, helping vulnerable children and

young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group supports more than one million children,

young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and

opportunities they need to thrive.

About Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation

Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation (CSSF) is a national cultural education charity that

exists to instil curiosity and empathy, aspiration and self-esteem, literacy and teamwork - giving

young people the confidence to stride onto whatever stage they choose. Our programmes follow

a rigorous and supportive process to train teachers and young people in an active and

ambitious way of working with Shakespeare.

About the Role

The Programmes Assistant will support the Programmes Team during the planning and delivery

stages of our projects, by providing administrative, logistical and research support, and

contributing to a smooth-running and efficient Head Office. Their support will enable

participating schools to have a thrilling experience of working on a creative project - challenging

their students and celebrating success.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support the driving force behind transformative drama

programmes for schools. The role will require a candidate who demonstrates excellent verbal

and written communication skills, is organised with good attention to detail, and who is proactive

and shows initiative.

The Programmes Assistant will be based at the Coram Campus in central London. You will join

a creative and ambitious organisation and develop your knowledge of theatre, film, creative arts

and education landscapes in a supportive, dynamic Programmes Team.

To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply now' button below to complete the application.

Closing date: Midday, 21st June 2024

Please note that we will be reviewing applications and scheduling interviews on a rolling

basis, so we would advise applying as early as possible.

Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes

applications from all sections of the community. We encourage applicants from minority ethnic

backgrounds to join our teams. Whilst we have a diverse team, we recognise we are a

predominantly white workforce and are committed to encouraging candidates from diverse

communities in order to improve the services we provide to children and schools.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the

successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Registered Charity No. 312278

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