Stage Assistant

Stage Assistant Job Details | City of London Corporation We use cookies to offer you the best possible website experience. Your cookie preferences will be stored in your browser’s local storage. This includes cookies necessary for the website's operation. Additionally, you can freely decide and change any time whether you accept cookies or choose to opt out of cookies to improve the website's performance, as well as cookies used to display content tailored to your interests. Your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer may be impacted if you do not accept all cookies. Modify Cookie Preferences Accept All Cookies Skip to main content Careers Home Explore Jobs Working Here Working here Rewards & Wellbeing Training & Development Entry Level Talent Apprentices Work Experience Search Jobs Careers Home Explore Jobs Working Here Working here Rewards & Wellbeing Training & Development Entry Level Talent Apprentices Work Experience Language English (United Kingdom) View profile Employee Login Search Jobs Job Description Apply now Job Title: Stage Assistant Posting Start Date: 14/10/2026 Posting End Date: 28/10/2026 Department: Barbican Centre Office Location: Barbican Centre Level of DBS required for this role: None required Level of vetting required?: No security vetting is required Is this a politically restricted post?: No Does this post require a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check?: No The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required have also been included. Workplace role categories describe our approach to workplace attendance Salary: £33,230 Contractual Hours: 35 Basis: Full Time, 18 month FTC Workplace category: Work place based Attachments: Job Information Pack The Barbican is a multidisciplinary international arts centre in the City of London. Across its theatres, concert halls, cinemas, galleries, business venues, public and community spaces, the Barbican showcases the most exciting artists and performers from around the world, pushing traditional artistic boundaries and helping us understand our lives in new and unexpected ways. Each year, the Centre presents hundreds of different performances, events and exhibitions that entertain and inspire millions of people, create connections, provoke debate, and reflect the world we live in. Firmly rooted in its neighbourhood, the Barbican collaborates on projects with local communities, and supports young people and emerging talent to develop their artistic practice and access jobs in the creative industry. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Our boundary-pushing Music programme is renowned for its range, ambition, and inclusivity. Alongside our partners, we provide some of the most exciting musical experiences in the capital, from dazzling classical concerts and opera to unique shows with leading contemporary artists, cutting-edge electronic creations, durational experiences, and cross-arts collaborations. We're looking for a practical, organised and enthusiastic Stage Assistant to join our Music Department and help deliver a world-class programme of classical, contemporary and commercial events in our iconic Concert Hall. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with stage operations experience who enjoys working behind the scenes to create exceptional experiences for artists and audiences alike. About the Role As a Stage Assistant, you will support the Senior Stage Operations Manager, Stage Manager and Deputy Stage Managers in the day-to-day operation of the Barbican Concert Hall. You will help deliver a varied programme of rehearsals, concerts and commercial events, ensuring that all stage requirements are met safely, professionally and efficiently. Working closely with colleagues, visiting artists, orchestras and production teams, you will play a key role in stage changeovers, equipment preparation, backsta