Work With Us

The Northcott is all about people – our staff, our trustees, our volunteers, our industry colleagues, our community partners – working together to make extraordinary cultural events happen. That’s why we put people at the centre of everything we do, and strive to be inclusive, compassionate, and respectful at all times. We ask that you do too.

WE COMMIT TO

… providing an open welcome for all
A comfortable, respectful, safe space for us to work together

… listen and learn so that we can be our best
We’ll learn from your knowledge, skills and experience and actively seek feedback

… supporting you to be your best
We’ll share our knowledge, skills and experience in a positive, helpful working environment

… always strive for better
We’ll actively listen to find out the change people want to see, and work together to make it happen

… challenge ourselves and others
We’ll challenge behaviour that doesn’t align with our values, and encourage others to speak up if something doesn’t feel right

Let’s imagine …

A place transformed by culture

People coming together

Sharing different stories & traditions

Imagining the change we want to make

Unleashing our creative potential

Current Opportunities

Open Call-Out: Reclaim Scratch Performances

We’re inviting South West-based women-led theatre companies and performance artists to apply for our Scratch Nights at the Barnfield Theatre during Reclaim, a festival of work by women, for women. The performances will take place on Wednesday 17th June 2026.

This is an opportunity to trial 20 minutes of new, women-led work in front of a live audience. The performance may be anything from an excerpt of a new play, stand-up comedy, dance, or live art performance. We are unable to accept films. The material must be a new idea which has not been performed for a paying audience elsewhere.

Eligible performances will centre around women’s stories, although they may include characters and performers of all genders.

Deadline: Wednesday 6th May 2026, 10am
Performances will take place on: Wednesday 17th June 2026, 7 – 9pm

 

Find out more and apply
Photo of a youth theatre leader on the Northcott stage, surrounded by young people.
Photo by South West Theatre Photography

Creative Engagement Assistant Facilitator (Assemble)

Exeter Northcott Theatre is looking for Creative Engagement Assistant Facilitators to support delivery of Assemble, a creative engagement programme delivered in partnership with National Youth Theatre.

This role is well suited to practitioners developing their facilitation practice who are interested in inclusive, participatory theatre-making. You will support session delivery, work directly with young people, and help create a safe and welcoming creative environment.

Fee: £22.31 per hour
Commitment: 14 weeks | 2-hour session per week

Deadline: Friday 20th March 2026 at 9am
Date of Interviews: W/C 30th March 2026 at the Barnfield Theatre

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Creative Engagement Lead Facilitator (Assemble)

Exeter Northcott Theatre is seeking an experienced Creative Engagement Lead Facilitator to deliver Assemble, a creative engagement programme in partnership with National Youth Theatre.

This role is ideal for a confident facilitator with experience leading inclusive, youth-led creative work. You will take a lead role in planning and delivering sessions, shaping creative outcomes, and supporting positive experiences for young people.

Fee: £27.09 per hour
Commitment: 14 weeks | 2-hour session per week

Deadline: Friday 20th March 2026 at 9am
Date of Interviews: W/C 30th March 2026 at the Barnfield Theatre

 

Find out more and apply
Photo: Ralph Whitehead
Barnfield Theatre auditorium. A mixed group of young people talk to each other while standing on the Barnfield Theatre auditorium stage. They have their backs turned to the auditorium seats, which are empty.
Photo by Ralph Whitehead

Theatre Caretaker

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Part-Time Caretaker to join our theatre team, based at the Barnfield Theatre. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the building and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for staff, performers, and visitors.

Salary: £13.30 per hour (£26,972.40 per annum FTE) [Grade 3]
Contract: Part-Time permanent contract
Working Hours: 15 hours a week (annualised) – usually 8:30 – 11:30, Monday to Friday

Closing Date: 19th March 2026 at 10am
Date of Interviews: 26th & 27th March 2026 at the Barnfield Theatre

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University Associate Company Call-out

Exeter Northcott is once again looking for a graduating (or recently graduated) theatre company from the University of Exeter to join its Associate scheme, as part of its artist development programme ELEVATE.

The selected theatre company will begin their association with us in September 2026, receiving a year of bespoke support from Exeter Northcott, including free rehearsal space, artistic and administrative support from our staff and professional platforms for sharing new work. Associate company members will also receive free and discounted tickets for selected productions.

Deadline: Fri 20 March

Find out more and apply
Photo by South West Theatre Photography
Daphne promotional artwork: digital illustration of a Daphne Du Maurier emerging from a choppy sea with just her eyes, forehead and hair visible. Below, a typewriter and loose pieces of paper sink into the water. Above, the stormy sky is dark grey and full of birds. Text reads: 'Made By Exeter Northcott. Exeter Northcott Presents. Daphne. The Secret Lives of Daphne Du Maurier. Written by Rosie Race'.

Company Stage Manager (Daphne)

We are seeking a conscientious and collaborative Company Stage Manager to join the production team for the Northcott’s production of Daphne.

Fee: £790.79/week plus applicable travel/subsistence

Dates: 8th June – 13th July 2026

Closing Date: Monday 9th March 2026 at 10am
Date of Interviews: Thursday 19th and Friday 20th March 2026 at the Northcott Theatre

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Creative Engagement Administrator (Assemble)

We are looking for an experienced administrator. This role supports the delivery of Assemble, a national youth arts programme. You will help d/Deaf, Disabled, Learning Disabled and Neurodiverse young people access creative opportunities and pathways into the arts.

Job Title: Creative Engagement Administrator (Assemble)
Department: Creative Engagement
Reports to: Youth Development Producer

Location: Exeter Northcott (University of Exeter & Barnfield Theatre)
Contract: Part-time (1 day/week, flexible), fixed-term 3 years
Salary: £12.21/hour (£24,762 FTE)

Closing date: Applications for this post are now closed.

Find out more Apply now
Rehearsal photography by Lillie Sherry

Volunteer

Volunteers are a vital part of the Northcott team, whether they’re helping us look after audiences at the theatre Front of House or getting involved in specific projects and initiatives.

We are lucky to have a fantastic front of house volunteer team who work alongside us to greet our customers and make sure they have the best experience.

We actively recruit for volunteers at different points throughout the year – we’re not actively recruiting now, but to register your interest for when we are, please contact [email protected].

A volunteer with a family, pointing at the Barnfield auditorium seats
Photo © Ralph Whitehead

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