Jobs at Storyhouse
Find out more about the latest opportunities to join our team, including full-time, part-time and freelance roles.
Storyhouse is one of the UK’s foremost cultural charities. Our home in Chester has become one of the most successful cultural buildings in the country, with over 1 million visits per year. We pride ourselves on being a community hub and an essential part of the region’s cultural landscape.
We always strive to have an exciting, broad range of voices in our workforce. We’re always on the lookout for people who share our values and vision and bring a variety of life experience and skills to their work.
We value lived experience and your unique perspective just as much as professional experience. Please don’t hesitate to apply if you feel your experience matches up with one of our roles.
Our Diversity Statement
We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We intend to meaningfully embed this commitment at all levels of our organisation, and across the portfolio of the work we produce, host, and collaborate on. We understand that representation is not the same as equity, and are therefore committed to radical change, building towards a culture of inclusion, which celebrates diverse life experiences, voices and perspectives, and removes barriers to access for all.
Current job opportunities
Customer Service Assistant – Fixed Term Contract
As part of our Customer Service team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting guests across Storyhouse and Storyhouse in the Park, bringing enthusiasm, reliability, and a positive approach to every interaction. If you enjoy fast‑paced work, take pride in great communication, and are confident handling a variety of enquiries, we’d love to hear from you. This fixed‑term, part‑time role includes regular evening and weekend shifts from Tuesday to Sunday.
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Contract: Fixed term from 22nd June to 6th September, 20 hour per week
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Security Steward – Fixed Term Contract
As part of our Security team, you’ll play a key role in welcoming guests to Storyhouse in the Park and ensuring a safe, positive experience throughout their visit. If you’re SIA qualified, confident engaging with customers, proactive in busy environments, and ready to support over 180 events this summer, we’d love to hear from you. This fixed‑term role runs Tuesday to Saturday, 9am–4pm.
Salary: £13.50 per hour
Contract: Fixed term from 24th June to 6th September, 30 hour per week
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Visitor Services Assistant
As part of our Visitor Services Team, this is a customer facing role, responsible for upholding our excellent standards of customer service, access, presentation and safety across all public areas. As Visitor Services Assistant you will support in delivering a welcoming, inclusive and high-quality experience for every visitor. The role ensures the smooth day-to-day operation of the building and Storyhouse in the Park, helping to create an environment where all visitors feel safe and cared for.
Salary: £13.50 per hour
Contract: 24 hours per week, permanent.
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Closing date for applications: 24th May 2026
If you need any support with your application, or would rather apply using a video or audio application, just get in touch at peopleteam@storyhouse.com – we’re here to help!
Work Experience Week at Storyhouse
Applications for Storyhouse Work Experience Week 2026 are now closed.
Dates for work experience this year are Monday 29 June – Friday 3 July.
Our Work Experience Week has been designed in response to the high number of enquiries we receive from school and college students for work experience opportunities. These opportunities are available to 14 – 19 year olds only (Year 10 – Year 13) in school/college or are home-educated but within the age bracket.
Work Experience Week gives young people the opportunity to experience what it’s like working in a busy cultural organisation. During Work Experience Week, young people will take part in workshops and talks with Storyhouse staff to discover the different departments and elements that make up the world of Storyhouse. If you’re thinking about a career in the arts then this is a great opportunity for you!
- Receive a backstage tour of the building
- Be given the chance to meet staff from different departments such as producing, technical, library, cinema, marketing, fundraising, engagement, hospitality and front of house
- Take part in challenges set by Storyhouse members of staff throughout the week
- Put skills into practice by creating their own takeover event at the end of the week
- Gain tickets to see a Storyhouse Originals play over the summer
The week is free to take part in. To apply, you must be free for all of the days listed and be able to come to Storyhouse in Chester every day.
Due to the high level of applications we cannot guarantee you a space and you may be invited to a group interview with the team.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer work experience placements outside of this programme.
Applications will close on Monday 9 February and group interviews will take place during the week commencing 23 February.