Apprentices and Trainees

Closes: 30 June 2017 Interview: Mid July TBC We are now recruiting Apprentices and Trainees to join us from September 2017, in the following departments: Production: work in ?Lighting and Sound? and ?Technical Theatre and Stage? to develop a range of specialist production skills. Learning, Education and Participation: learn the skills to support the facilitation and administration of practical theatre workshops, projects and events. Building Facilities: learn multiple trades to include painting, electrics, plumbing, grounds and building maintenance including use of BMS systems. Finance Department: work primarily on the purchase ledger and other areas of the department including cash handling and reconciliations. All successful apprentices and trainees will be given mentoring and assessment to help them develop and grow professionally in a supportive environment. Apprenticeships will also gain a formal qualification. These posts are aimed at practically-minded young people aged 18-24 years who have decided further education is currently not for them. The training will provide a skill set to develop a career in theatre or the wider working world. Chichester Festival Theatre believes diversity is about celebrating and valuing individuals. The Theatre has an equal opportunity approach and aspires to give everyone the chance to achieve their potential. We welcome applications from all individuals and we are particularly keen to hear from people from a black, Asian and minority ethnic background as these groups are currently underrepresented. To apply please email your CV containing your education and work history together with a covering letter clearly stating which post you wish to apply for and provide us with the following additional information: Why this post is of interest to you, where this experience would take you, and why you are the best candidate ? maximum 250 words. Your personal interests, hobbies and achievements ? maximum 250 words. Please also note where you heard about the position. Send to HR Department, Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester PO19 6AP or email hr@cft.org.uk