Job Title: Theatre Caretaker
Department: Front of House
Reporting to: Theatre Manager
Terms & Conditions
Salary: £13.30 per hour (£26,972.40 per annum FTE) [Grade 3]
Contract: Part-Time permanent contract
Hours: 15 hours a week (annualised) – usually 8:30 – 11:30, Monday to Friday
Holiday: 32 days (inc. statutory holidays) per annum pro rata
How to apply
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we’re working to widen the pool of people who hear about vacancies at the theatre and make the process of applying for a job as straightforward as possible.
For this role we’re asking all candidates to click on the Apply Now link for this vacancy on our website and submit written and/or video/audio responses to the same three questions so you can tell us about yourself and why you’re the right person for this role:
- Tell us about yourself and why you want to work at the Northcott
- Tell us how your experience meets the person specification
- Tell us about what professional support you might need if we were to offer you this role
And then upload a copy of your latest CV.
If you would like the information in an alternative format, support in completing your application, or you would like an alternative way to make your application, please contact us at [email protected].
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mark Gambrill, Theatre Manager, [email protected].
Closing Date: Thursday 19th March 2026 at 10am
Date of Interviews: 26th & 27th March 2026 at the Barnfield Theatre
NB
We’ll pay travel expenses for candidates invited to interview.
When we invite candidates to interview, we’ll ask if they have any access needs.
Key Responsibilities
Building Access & Security
- Open and secure the building at designated times.
- Ensure all areas are safe and ready for use.
- Act as Person In Charge as required.
General Maintenance
- Carry out routine maintenance tasks and minor repairs.
- Report any issues requiring specialist attention promptly and liaise with contractors as appropriate.
- Maintain records of maintenance activities, manage inventory, and develop maintenance schedules.
Deliveries & Stock Management
- Receive and check deliveries.
- Store items appropriately and maintain stock areas.
Event & Activity Setup
- Prepare spaces for daily activities, rehearsals, and performances.
- Move and set up furniture, equipment, and staging as required.
- Ensure all areas are safe, clean and tidy for both public and private events.
- Maintaining clear, presentable and up to date signage and posters in Front of House and Backstage areas.
Health & Safety Compliance
- Ensure compliance with theatre safety standards.
- Contribute to the monitoring and upholding of Health & Safety Compliance across the organisation.
- Maintain clear emergency exits and assist with fire safety checks.
- Provide fire marshal and first aid cover.
- Conduct weekly fire alarm test.
General
- The post holder may be asked to support the team across all the Northcott venues as required and appropriate.
- Taking an active role in identifying and removing barriers for anyone with access needs.
- Maintaining a working knowledge of the theatre’s programme.
- Attending staff meetings/training as required.
- Adhering to all other Exeter Northcott Theatre policies and procedures.
- Any other duties which may be reasonably requested.
Person Specification
Skills & Attributes:
- Practical skills for basic maintenance and repairs.
- Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
- Good communication skills and a helpful attitude.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a caretaker or facilities role (desirable).
- Experience of electrical or plumbing work would be an advantage.
- Basic knowledge of health and safety procedures.
- Physical ability to handle manual tasks and lifting.
About the Northcott
Exeter Northcott is a city-wide organisation welcoming more than 100,000 people each year to live theatre and events at the Northcott Theatre on the University campus, and the Barnfield Theatre in the city centre. A registered charity, the Northcott offers a wide range of creative opportunities for and with the people of Exeter and Devon. These include year-round opportunities for young people through the Northcott Young Company; Elevate, a talent development programme for local artists and bespoke projects developed with community groups, schools, and other charities.
Exeter Northcott Theatre is a registered charity and is supported by the University of Exeter, Arts Council England and Exeter City Council.
Diversity & Inclusion
There continues to be a significant lack of diversity across the arts, with a pressing need to provide progression routes for talented people from backgrounds that are under-represented. Exeter Northcott Theatre is committed to playing its part in addressing this by putting inclusion at the heart of our recruitment processes, finding new ways to share the power and resources we have at our disposal, and fostering a working culture that is welcoming for all our team. We actively encourage people from all backgrounds to join us and positively impact our teams and working practice. We are particularly keen to receive applications from people of African and Caribbean heritage, people of South Asian, East Asian and South East Asian Heritage, deaf and disabled people, LGBTQ+ people, or those experiencing barriers due to their socioeconomic background.
All deaf or disabled candidates who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for this role will be invited for interview.
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