Razzamataz Theatre Schools

Eurocamp Contract – FAQs

How long is the contract for? / Training will take place on 17th and 18th May at Razzamataz Studios in Carlisle
The contract will run from the 17th May to the 23rd September. (Some teachers will not be contracted during low season dates; 19th May – 26th May, 5th June – 23rd June and 4th September – 23rd September and will return home during these periods.)
What is included? / Flights to and from your resort
Razzamataz/ Eurocamp Uniform
All material for running the star academy including PR & marketing equipment
Training and manuals
Accommodation in the park
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
Transport to the airport from training.
What is the accommodation like? / The accommodation/campsite will be within the park or just a short journey away. This will be shared staff accommodation with either a Razzamataz or a Eurocamp Employee. This will vary depending on the park.
How much do I get paid? / £287 per week on a PAYE basis, paid monthly (this includes an allowance for holiday pay). 10% of your August wage will be withheld and paid in your final pay on successful completion of minimum performance target, return of all Razzamataz property and news that accommodation has been left suitably.
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 park by us.
Is uniform provided? / Razzamataz T-shirtsand relevant Eurocamp day uniformwill be provided.
You will be required to provide your own footwear.
What are the required qualifications? / All applicants must hold a current First Aid qualification. You must hold relevant industry qualifications and/or teaching experience and you must be willing to allow RTSL to process a DBS check at a small cost for yourself. Approx £55
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 we provide the transport 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 park or home, then onto the park dependant on contract dates. 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 or there are plenty of shops close by.
Is training paid? / Yes, training is paid.
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 5 and a half days a week, a total of 35 hours a week. You will have Friday off.
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 both age groups (Juniors 4-9 and Seniors 9-17) and both styles (musical theatre and street dance/pop singing) 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 3rddiscipline.
Street Dance and Learn to Dance Teachers – This year we will be looking for our teachers to specialise in teaching either Street Dance OR in teaching younger students (ages 2 and 3) Full training will be given for both new programmes, however please state on your application form your experience teaching both these styles/age groups.

Subject to change – correct at time of printing/sending11/01/17

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