Job Details

Change the Script is an award winning (UK Theatre Award for workforce 2023), unique and exciting training and employment programme in London’s West End, providing unemployed Westminster with the opportunity to achieve recognised accreditations and paid work experience – in partnership with Westminster City Council. 

Participants will undertake three weeks of free interactive pre-employment training and other practical certifications and then spend 49 days putting that learning into practice across multiple ATG Entertainment world-class theatre settings.

The training will be tailored to prepare participants for a successful work placement in the often hidden ‘off stage’ roles in a theatre.

This opportunity is exclusively for Westminster residents currently out of work or seeking employment.

Successful completion of the programme could lead to securing sustainable employment or an apprenticeship in a trade or a technical theatre-based support role.

Timings:

Application Deadline: Monday 23 Feb 2026; 23:59

• Pre-employment training pre-registration in person
• Pre-employment training– 3 weeks in March 2026
• Paid work experience – 7 April 2026 – 16 June 026 (excl. bank holidays)

Application process: Please register your interest online

The process is intended to be as simple as possible so a full CV is not required, you just need to tell us a bit about yourself, your transferable skills and why you would like to take part in the programme. 

If you do not have access to a computer you can still apply or just find out more about the programme by coming to one of our upcoming recruitment afternoons. You can find out more about these by calling ATG Creative Learning on 07830817239 or emailing westendclcp@atgentertainment.com  

The ‘Change the Script’ programme is a fantastic way to get free accredited training, an appreciation for the world of construction and access to the arts industry on your doorstep, all while being paid.

No previous experience in construction or theatres is needed. 

• A resident in the UK/Europe for at least the last three years
• Aged 18+
• A resident of Westminster
• Unemployed and in receipt of a work-related benefit
• Photographic ID
• Able to commit to attending the required times for the full duration of the programme (absence not permitted)

This opportunity is open to ten individuals meeting the above criteria but priority will be given to care leavers, those with experience of homelessness or who are long-term unemployed.