General Class Assistant – MIPA Performing Arts School
Location: Wombourne, Wolverhampton
Hours: 2–4 hours per week, Saturday mornings during term time
Pay: Dependent on experience
Start date: 12 September 2026
About MIPA
MIPA is a growing performing arts school based in Wombourne, specialising in Musical Theatre, Drama, Dance and Singing for young people.
We are looking for a passionate, reliable and enthusiastic General Class Assistant to join our team and support our Saturday morning classes.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves working with young people and wants to develop their experience within the performing arts and education sector.
The Role
As a General Class Assistant, you will support the teaching team during our Saturday morning classes, helping to create a positive, fun and encouraging environment for our students.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Supporting teachers during Musical Theatre, Drama, Dance and Singing sessions
- Helping students during activities, rehearsals and group work
- Supporting with classroom management and maintaining a safe, positive environment
- Helping students learn choreography, songs, scripts and performance material
- Assisting with performances, showcases and other MIPA events
- Helping with general preparation and organisation before and after classes
- Being a positive role model for our students
- Working as part of a small and growing team
Who We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Experience in Musical Theatre, Drama, Dance and/or Singing
- Experience working with children or young people
- A positive, enthusiastic and encouraging approach
- Reliability and commitment to Saturday mornings
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine passion for the performing arts and helping young people develop
Desirable:
- Enhanced DBS or existing DBS
- Driving licence and access to a vehicle, due to the location of the school
- Previous experience assisting or teaching performing arts classes
- Relevant qualifications or training in performing arts, education or childcare
An Opportunity to Grow
This role is designed with long-term growth in mind.
As MIPA continues to grow, there will be opportunities for the successful candidate to take on additional responsibilities and potentially progress into teaching roles.
There may be opportunities to:
- Cover and eventually lead Saturday morning classes
- Take on additional teaching hours
- Develop into a regular teaching role
- Take on greater responsibility within the school
- Grow alongside MIPA as we add more classes and students
We are particularly interested in hearing from someone who isn’t just looking for a Saturday job, but who would love the opportunity to grow with a new and ambitious performing arts school.
What We Offer
- A friendly, creative and supportive working environment
- Flexible part-time hours during term time
- The opportunity to gain valuable experience working in performing arts education
- Opportunities for progression as MIPA grows
- Competitive pay for teaching opportunities, dependent on experience
- The chance to make a genuine difference to young people’s confidence, creativity and performance skills
How to Apply
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and a short message explaining why you are interested in joining MIPA and any relevant experience you have working with young people and/or within the performing arts.
Start date: 12 September 2026
Location: Wombourne, Wolverhampton
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Pay: £12.75-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
