This is a short-term, project-funded role supporting the delivery of a new 10 week pilot programme for autistic children, through the Boshier Grant Scheme administered by the National Autistic Society.

P/T Role – Drama Facilitator
Fee: £250 per day – eight hours per day (10 days across the programme – total £2,500)

An opportunity for the right person to work in a supportive, imaginative, and inclusive creative environment. They are looking for a drama facilitator who can deliver sensory-aware, routine-based, and engaging drama sessions for autistic children, helping to nurture communication, confidence, creativity, and connection.

Classes will incorporate non-verbal aids, visual timetables, and consistent structure, and will be shaped around participants’ interests. The oldest group will explore filmmaking as a tool for self-expression and documenting their journey. A parallel support group will run for parents and carers, creating a welcoming and connected community environment.

This is a new programme and an opportunity to help shape a model that they hope to sustain beyond the pilot.
They are keen to hear from people who are passionate about inclusive creative practice and who want to help us provide opportunities that reduce isolation, build confidence, support wellbeing, and celebrate neurodiversity.

Success will mean:
– Children feel accepted, included and proud of what they have created.
– Participants develop communication, confidence, teamwork and emotional understanding.
– Families feel supported, welcomed and connected.
– A safe, adaptable sensory space is nurtured where autistic young people can thrive.

Key tasks
– Lead weekly drama workshops
– Deliver structured, engaging and sensory-aware drama sessions using visual timetables and non-verbal communication tools.
– Tailor sessions to participants’ needs
– Incorporate special interests and provide flexible approaches that meet a diverse range of communication and sensory requirements.
– Create a safe, calm environment
– Work with the ASN Specialist to ensure the space is welcoming, regulated, and supportive for all children.
– Contribute to planning
– Support programme planning sessions and participate in Makaton training (date TBC).
– Support creative film-making
– Work with the oldest group to use simple film equipment and software to help document their project.

Please apply with cv and covering letter stating why you would like If you’d like to discuss the post, please contact Head Of Creative Engagement, Jacquii Gavigan.

Further information can be found at https://thegaiety.co.uk/about/ayr-gaiety-partnership/vacancies/. For further information, please contact jacquii.gavigan@ayrgaiety.co.uk (Jacquii Gavigan) or call 01292 288235.