How long is the contract for?
All First Choice locations are approximately 14th July – 30th August including training and flying to resort. Please allow up to 7 working days at the end of the contract for travel home.
These dates are yet to be confirmed in full. All dates correct at time of printing/sending.
What is included?
- Flights
to and from your resort
- T shirts/Long Joggers for uniform
- All material for running the stage academy including PR &
marketing equipment
- Training and manuals
- Accommodation in resort
- Accommodation for training - however please note if
accommodation is booked, and you fail to turn up for it we will deduct this
from your wage
- Travel expenses of up to £50 FROM training to AIRPORT
What is the accommodation like?
The accommodation will be within resort or just a short journey
away. This will be shared staff accommodation with either a Razzamataz or a
First Choice Employee. This will vary dependingon the resort.
How much do I get paid?
£190 per week on a PAYE basis, paid monthly (this includes an allowance for holiday pay). 25% will be withheld and paid in final pay on successful completion of minimum performance target and return of all Razzamataz property.
Can I choose the resort I go to?
No. You will be paired with someone according to the disciplines you teach and the experience you have. You will then be allocated a resort by us.
Is uniform provided?
Razzamataz T-shirts/Long Joggers and relevant First Choice day uniform may be provided.
You will be required to provide your own all plain black pumps, black trainer socks and purchase black bottoms from us.
What are the required qualifications?
All applicants must hold a current First Aid qualification. We will provide a first aid course at Head Office the day prior to commencement of the First Choice training, at a heavily discounted price for those who currently do not hold a qualification. Accommodation in Carlisle is NOT provided for this however we can organise discounted accommodation for you if required. We can take the cost for accommodation from your first wage to save you the outlay. You must also hold relevant industry qualifications and/or teaching experience and you must be willing to allow RTSL to process a CRB check at a cost of £30 for yourself.
Will I be flown back to my home town at the end of the contract?
We will endeavour to get you to your chosen airport upon your return to the UK. Please be aware that First Choice provide these flights and are governed by their availability constraints and cannot guarantee that they will be able to get you ‘to you door’.
Is training required?
Yes. You will be required to attend FULL training prior to your contract. You will then make your way to your airport and be flown to your resort. Accommodation will be provided for the nights of training. You are responsible for getting yourself to Carlisle Head Office for training for 9am on the first morning. Please note lunch is not provided at training, you will need to bring your own.
Is training paid?
Yes, training is paid. If you arrive late, this will be deducted from your wage.
Can I take any time off?
No, so please do not ask for time off for weddings etc.
What is the working week?
You will work 6 days per week and an average of 6 days a week and a total of 31.25 hours per week.
What does the audition entail?
We will ask you to demonstrate between 2-5 minutes of your preferred discipline, using your fellow auditionees as ‘students’. You must prepare lessons for all three age groups (Juniors 5-8, Inters 9-11, Seniors 12-16) and both styles (musical theatre and commercial) and we will request a selection of these on the day. If time allows, we may also ask you to demonstrate the other disciplines you have stated you are qualified/experience to teach on your application form in the section ‘Teaching’, again you should prepare for all age groups and both styles. We are looking for double/triple threats preferably so will endeavour to see your 2nd and possibly even 3rd discipline.
There is also an interview section to the audition – this will consist of various questions including ‘Sell me a Stage Academy’!
There will also, if time allows be a ‘Shout Out’ section of the audition day - this is your chance to perform and shine! In resort, there may be an opportunity for you to perform after the Razzamataz Stage Academy presentation, so we’d like to see your “2 minutes of Fame”! Please keep in mind the target audience when preparing this.
Subject to change – correct at time of printing/sending 4/1/2012