Scenic Carpentry Apprentice

Starting September 2023

Based in: Purfleet, Essex

National Living Wage (currently £23,028.20)

Are you practical and enjoy making things? Are you a team player with the ability to solve problems? Are you looking to learn new skills? Then this Scenic Carpentry apprenticeship could be for you...

The ROH stages over 500 performances a year and our backstage teams are some of the best theatre craftspeople in the world. Our sets are made by our Scenic Construction team at our purpose-built state-of-the-art production workshop at High House Production Park in Purfleet, Essex.

We want to give everyone the opportunity to get involved in this creative, exciting and growing industry and we think apprenticeships are great way to get started. An apprenticeship gives you the practical skills and knowledge that will underpin your professional development and access to a network of people who can guide and support you during your career.

What our apprentices say:

"It has taught me invaluable on-the-job experience that textbook learning cannot provide."

"It is a great pathway into a career and a unique alternative to university"

This year we will offer a Scenic Carpentry apprenticeship on a fixed-term contract for 2 years, full-time (42.5 hours per week) based at the ROH Bob and Tamar Manoukian Production Workshop in Purfleet, Essex and Building Crafts College in Stratford College London (E15).

This will include study towards the Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship Standard.

Will I be paid?

Yes! You will earn National Living Wage which will increase by 2.5% after successfully completing the first year. Apprentices are expected to use this to pay for their own travel to work and college. College fees will also be paid by the Royal Opera House.

Am I eligible?

1.You must be 18 years old or over on the start date

2.Not have completed a university degree or equivalent level qualification in the UK or elsewhere

3.Have work authorisation for the UK

Do I need previous experience?

We are interested in recruiting apprentices that are first and foremost curious, driven by working in a creative environment and keen to learn new skills.

How to apply:

A full Job Pack is available below to download. To apply, please scroll to the bottom of the page and click on `Apply Now`.

The Royal Opera House is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applications from those who are from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies.

If you have any questions, please contact the HR Department at hr.recruitment@roh.org.uk. You can also contact us if you have any access needs for making an application.

For further information, you can also take a look at the Apprenticeship page on our website here: www.roh.org.uk/apprenticeships

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 29th May 2023