We are looking for a Schools' Touring Producer to join the National Theatre Learning Team.
As part of the NT Schools Engagement team and working closely with the NT Producing team, this role will take responsibility for the delivery of nationwide tours for schools for the National Theatre. The producer will be responsible for developing and delivering tours for primary, secondary and further education audiences in schools, colleges and venues.
The producer will ensure that both teams work together on the creation and delivery of tours for schools that offer artistic work of the highest standard, that are engaging for schools’ audiences and respond to the school curriculum. The producer will work in partnership with the Schools Engagement Project Managers to deliver Learning resources for schools. Key areas of responsibility will include acting as line producer, budget management, tour booking and liaison with schools and venues and negotiating contracts.
The role is part of the Learning Schools Engagement team comprising the Head of Schools Engagement, two Project Managers, two Coordinators and one assistant. The role will also have a dotted line to the Head of Producing Operations in the Producing team. The role has the potential for line management responsibilities.
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Experience of producing professional theatre and/or demonstrable experience of project management on large scale arts education projects
- Highly organised with experience of delivering complex projects on time and budget
- Experience of contract negotiation, drafting and execution
- Experience of developing education resources, including digital resources
- Knowledge of contemporary theatre practice and performance, including work for young people & new writing
If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!
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Working with us will give you..
- Complimentary staff tickets for shows and guided tours, subject to availability and policy
- 25 days annual leave increasing up to 32 with length of service (plus bank holidays)
- Development Programmes via e-learning platform, and specialist in-person training relating to role
- Access to interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme partnership
- Enhanced sick pay
- Family Friendly policies including Family leave and Support leave
- Family-friendly employer – we are a member of Parents and Carers in the Performing Arts (PiPA)
- Pension schemes with Legal & General and NEST
- Sabbatical option, subject to agreement and policy
- On-site staff canteen and social facilities
- On-site occupational health support
- In-house mental health and wellbeing advisors providing workplace counselling and support
- Wellbeing programme of events, including mental health awareness, financial wellbeing, skills sharing and opportunities to get active
- Exclusive staff talks to hear more about NT productions, past and present, from leading practitioners
- Discounted access to National Theatre at Home
- Volunteer leave – one paid day per year to volunteer for your chosen charity
- Discounts in the NT’s bars, cafés, restaurants, and bookshop, as well as in local businesses (from Wagamama to gyms), on and around the South Bank
- Access to retailer discounted gift cards and a cash-back-on-spending card
Please note
The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Tuesday 2nd December 2025 at 9:00am.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. To avoid disappointment, we encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Should you need support or additional time to submit an application please contact recruitment@nationaltheatre.org.uk.
In line with our commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), we recognise that we need to address underrepresentation in our organisation. We actively welcome applications from individuals who are part of global majority, disabled and LGBTQ+ communities, and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
We strive to promote inclusive and equitable practices in all areas of the NT. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet our minimum requirements for our vacancies.
If you would like to speak to someone about any adjustments or have any questions about the recruitment process, you can email recruitment@nationaltheatre.org.uk or call us on 02074523834.