Maternity cover - Wardrobe Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
JOB DESCRIPTION - Rainbow are excited to be looking for an organised and practical individual with a hands-on approach to cover for Maternity leave as an assistant in the Wardrobe department. This role is ideal for individuals interested in a Monday – Friday job in Events. You will be working closely with the other members of the Wardrobe team to prepare and maintain costumes for events. You will also be required to refurb costumes that are sent into the company for bespoke cleaning and repairs.
JOB REQUIREMENTS - We are looking for someone with a fabricating background such as costume, modelmaking, props or theatre. Must have good communication skills as they will be working in a small team where they will be required to collaborate daily. Problem-solving is a large part of the job as projects require a variety of solutions. Previous Wardrobe experience is welcome but not mandatory. We are looking for someone who is available from the beginning of July.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES –
- Washing, drying and organising mascot costumes and props
- Packing and unpacking events costumes
- Checking for fixes and maintaining costumes to a high standard with running repairs for events
- Creating new components for events costumes when necessary
- Checking over, assessing and improving costumes sent in for refurbishments
- Utilising storage and improving workspace
Accountable to: Wardrobe Manager
Principal contacts: Managing Director; Event department personnel, Sales department and Production department
Hours of work: 37½ hours per week – Flexible working policy in place subject to line manager agreement/approval
Salary: £22,000pa pro rata for the months worked
Holiday Entitlement: 12 days (plus bank holidays)
Please send your CVs & Portfolio details into –
lysette@rainbowproductions.co.uk
All work is done at our workshops in South London (UK). Therefore, applicants need to be sure they can commute here on a daily basis.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract
Contract length: 8 months
Salary: £22,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London, SW19 2JD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: WARDROBE ASSISTANT - MATERNITY COVER
Expected start date: 03/07/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
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Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,000 - £22,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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