Vacancies
Management and Administrative Vacancies
The University Theatre Committee wish to appoint a full-time Operations Manager and a full-time Technical Manager from September 2026 to August 2027.
The aim of the Operations Manager is to run the ADC Theatre efficiently and safely, providing a professional environment for student theatre and unforgettable experiences for audiences. This includes financial and Front of House management, as well as line-managing casual staff.
The aim of the Technical Manager is to provide a well-equipped and safe environment in which all building users can enjoy, learn about and become involved in different aspects of theatre, specifically technical theatre. The Technical Manager oversees the technical operations and maintenance of the ADC Theatre, health and safety training, and contributes to general administration.
In line with the ADC Theatre's aims, these role provide an opportunity for the holders to gain experience in the management of a venue and to learn about all aspects of theatre operation.
The appointments will be made on a fixed-term basis for a period of 12 months from 01 September 2026 to 31 August 2027.
Interested applicants should apply by the end of the day on Wednesday 20 May 2026.
Offers of appointment will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and the satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period. There is the possibility for the contract to be renewed for a second year after the probation period.
To apply online for these vacancies, please click here. This will route you to the University's Web Recruitment System, where you will need to search for the vacancy and then register an account (if you have not already) and log in before completing the online application form.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview between the period Thursday 28 May and Tuesday 02 June. The ADC Theatre works to a tight timetable, and regret that we are unable to request for variations to our interview schedule.
For further information about this role or the application process, please contact Olivia Wheeler, the Theatre Manager, by email at manager@adctheatre.com or by telephone on 01223 359547. Please quote reference XA49443 (Operations Manager) or XA49444 (Technical Manager) on your application and in any correspondence about these vacancies.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Casual Vacancies
We are not currently recruiting for any casual roles.
Anyone interested in working at the ADC Theatre is welcome to submit a speculative application form which we will keep on file for six months.
How to Apply for a Casual Position
To apply for a casual position at the ADC Theatre, please complete our Application for Temporary Role form:
Completed forms should be sent electronically to recruitment@adctheatre.com or hard copy to:
ADC Theatre
Park Street
Cambridge
CB5 8AS
Please do not send CVs or applications that are not for a specific position.
We do not accept speculative applications for work experience or internships outside of our administrative work experience programme. More information can be found here.
If you have any questions about working with us, please email recruitment@adctheatre.com.
The University of Cambridge values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity.