Royal & Derngate
Job Description

Department: Production
Job Title: Deputy Head of Workshop
Responsible To: Head of Workshop
Responsible For: Carpenter/Propmaker and Freelance and Casual staff

Job Purpose:
•  To ensure that the physical aspects of productions are constructed properly, on

time and to the Designer’s brief.

•  To ensure that the workshop area is in a safe and professional state.
•  To support and deputise for the Head of Workshop.

Key Task Areas:
•  To assist in managing the personnel and resources allocated to the workshop

efficiently.

•  To ensure that sets are constructed to the satisfaction of the Production Manager
and Designer, including all scenery and related items for R&D productions and
co-productions.

•  To assist in maintaining accurate records of all expenditure relating to the

department.

•  In conjunction with the Production Manager, Head of Workshop and Stage

Department, play a leading role in fitting-up in-house productions.

•  In conjunction with the Head of Workshop and Head of Production implement the

principles of the Theatre Green Book and champion sustainable scenery
construction.

•  To assist in providing cost estimates for each project, and to order materials in

consultation with the Head of Workshop.

•  To implement building schedules in order to meet identified deadlines.
•  To maintain the Department’s tools and equipment in good working order, and to

make recommendations for replacements and additions.

•  To maintain the workshop areas in a safe and clean condition.
•  To maintain stocks of hardware and consumables.
•  To attend staff, and other meetings as appropriate.
•  To drive the Theatre van when required, if a suitable licence is held.
•  To be responsible for the carpentry elements of stage maintenance.
•  To assist in training of new workshop staff to ensure adherence to the same best

working practices.

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October 2025

•  To assist in overseeing the use of the workshop by other departments.
•  To advise designers about the Stage/Workshop facilities and to advise on any

restriction which may affect designs.

•  To keep accurate stock records at all times, ensuring that optimum stock levels
are constantly maintained and to carry out periodic stock checks as requested.
•  To maintain up to date knowledge of current and new equipment and practices
•  To deputise for the Head of Workshop in their absence.
Additional Responsibilities:
•  Promote and adhere to the organisation’s culture and values.
•  To support in creating a safe, pleasant, respectful and productive work
environment setting an example of positive professional standards.

•  To be aware of and adhere to any legislative requirements consistent with the

overall duties of this post, with particular regard to Health and Safety policies and
procedures, General Data Protection Regulations and Equal Opportunities.
•  To promote an environmentally sustainable workplace, adhering to the Theatre

Greenbook initiative.

•  To be aware of and adhere to policies and procedure related to Lone Working.
•  To be aware of and adhere to policies and procedure related to Safeguarding.
•  To undergo relevant training and development required by the Head of

Workshop, Head of Production, and wider organisation.

•  To carry out any other tasks that will, from time to time, be allocated by the Head
of Workshop on an ad hoc or continuing basis, commensurate with the general
level of responsibility of the post.

It is a requirement of Northampton Theatres Trust that all colleagues work in a
flexible manner compatible with their jobs and in line with the objectives of the
company. This job description is a guide to the key duties, responsibilities and tasks
for which the jobholder is accountable but due to the nature of the business, the
specific responsibilities and activities may vary and develop over time. Therefore,
this job description should be seen as indicative and not as a permanent, definitive
and exhaustive statement.

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October 2025

Royal & Derngate
Person Specification

Essential Experience:

•  Proven experience in a producing theatre and/or in a Workshop
•  Proven experience in a range of production styles and construction techniques
•  An understanding of the principles of the Theatre Green Book, and making

productions sustainably

Essential Knowledge/Qualifications:

•  Design techniques
•  Financial systems
•  Theatre Green Book
•  Health & Safety At Work Act 1974 and other legislative requirements

Essential Skills/Abilities:

•  Able to plan work schedules effectively
•  Able to work creatively
•  Excellent interpersonal skills
•  Good communication skills
•  Staff deployment
•  Numerate and IT literate
•  Staff Training and Development skills

Desirable Experience:

•  Working full time within a venue with large and active community engagement

programme

•  Working full time in a producing theatre company, and/or Repertory theatre

system

Desirable Knowledge/Qualifications:

•  An understanding of subsidised /commercial theatre.
•  First Aid at Work certificate
•  IOSH Managing Safely
•  Driving Licence

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October 2025

Royal & Derngate
Terms & Conditions

Job title:
Deputy Head of Workshop

Contract:
Full-time, Permanent

Hours of work:
37 hours per week, working flexibly to include some evenings and weekends as
required to support busy periods to ensure the successful delivery of shows.

Salary:
£28,606.61 per annum.
Paid monthly on 20th of each month

Work location:
Royal & Derngate, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1
1DP.

Holidays:
Annual leave year is April to March
31 days per annum including statutory holidays (pro-rata in first year)
33 days per annum per annum after 3 years continuous service
36 days per annum after 5 years continuous service

Pension Scheme:
Contributory staff pension – 5% employee and 3% employer
NTT pension scheme is provided by NOW pensions
NTT will contribute after 3 months service

Benefits:
Free Employee Assistance Programme run by Health Assured
Complimentary tickets available on selected shows throughout the year
10% discount at our bars and theatre shop

Employment Subject to:
Satisfactory references
Compliance with Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 and the Immigration
Act 2016
Six-month probationary period

Job Ref: Deputy Head of Workshop
October 2025