Join us

Working at Reading Rep Theatre is challenging, rewarding and enjoyable. We encourage new staff from different backgrounds with different experiences, skills and stories to join us and influence and develop our working practice.

We want our staff to realise their potential and develop skills in order that the theatre can flourish and achieve the highest standards.

If you are interested in working with us in any capacity please email us on jobs@readingrep.com and we will endeavour to be in touch. We are particularly interested in hearing from people in the local area with experience of working in a professional theatre.

 

General Manager (Maternity Cover)

We’re looking for a General Manager to join Reading Rep Theatre on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. You’ll make sure the theatre runs smoothly, safely, and is a welcoming place for everyone — audiences, staff, and performers. You’ll manage the Front of House (like box office and customer service) and Back of House (building maintenance and safety). You’ll also oversee our staff and volunteers, handle schedules, and support events and productions.

The deadline for applications is 7th January 2025
Interviews will be held on the 10th January 2025

TO APPLY

Download and read the Job Description HERE, complete the Equal Opportunities Form HERE

Please send your CV and a covering letter (of no more than two sides each) demonstrating how your experience, skills and qualities make you the ideal candidate for this role to jobs@readingrep.com Please put General Manager (Maternity Cover) in the subject line of your email. Please ensure you send back a completed equal opportunities monitoring form as part of the application.

 

Welcome Team Member (Volunteer) 

To make Reading Rep Theatre a welcoming space, providing excellent customer service and safe operations for all audience members. You will be the first point of contact, welcoming all visitors, assisting when required, controlling entry to the auditorium, supervising the audience during performances and helping to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the building.

For more information on the role please download the overview here.