Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
REFEREES
VOLUNTARY AND COMMUNITY WORK
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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GEORGE SCAIFE

Shipley,West Yorkshire

Summary

Drama teacher and facilitator with over ten years' experience supporting young people and communities. I create safe, inclusive spaces where people can express themselves, grow in confidence, and develop resilience. My experience spans youth work, wellbeing support, drama education, and community engagement. I bring warmth, empathy, creativity, and strong people skills to all I do, using supportive coaching, public speaking, and improvisation to foster personal growth and positive mental health.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Volunteer Area Coordinator

Bradford 2025 City of Culture
Shipley and Keighley & Ilkley
2024.10 - 2025.11

I recruit, train and support volunteers across Shipley and beyond, helping them feel confident, valued and ready to contribute. I also focus on building lasting community networks and connections that will benefit Bradford beyond 2025.

  • Recruit, train and manage volunteers for community and cultural projects
  • Deliver inductions and ongoing training on safeguarding and responsibilities
  • Provide 1:1 support using supportive coaching techniques
  • Build inclusive environments and develop partnerships with schools, colleges and community groups
  • Maintain records, CRM entries and clear communication with stakeholders
  • Manage budgets and coordinate events to boost community involvement

Drama Teacher and Workshop Facilitator

Upstagers Theatre Group & Freelance
Bradford
2010.01 - 2025.11

Founder of The Actors' Studio, part of Upstagers Academy, delivering drama classes and 1:1 coaching to help young people build confidence, develop performance skills and prepare for auditions.

  • Deliver drama and creative workshops to develop confidence, teamwork, communication and resilience
  • Provide 1:1 coaching for young people with anxiety, low confidence or SEND needs
  • Plan, deliver and evaluate sessions using drama, improvisation, media and performance
  • Create supportive spaces where young people can express themselves and grow in self-belief

Wellbeing and Mental Health Officer / Supporting Artists Agent

Articulate Drama School
Baildon, Bradford
2023.05 - 2024.10
  • Managed the adult supporting artists department while also leading wellbeing and mental health initiatives within the drama school.
  • Recruited and managed adult supporting artists (16+) for national and international TV and film productions, including Coronation Street, Emmerdale, The Choral, and Giant
  • Created the role of Wellbeing and Mental Health Officer, offering supportive coaching, workshops, and 1:1 guidance to students and colleagues
  • Worked closely with production teams to ensure talent needs were met while supporting wellbeing on set
  • Managed records, communications, and coordination across the organisation

Supporter Care Advisor

Macmillan Cancer Support
Shipley, Bradford
2022.07 - 2023.05
  • Frontline contact for supporters, offering guidance and information while ensuring their needs were met with empathy and efficiency.
  • Provided compassionate support for people facing health-related challenges
  • Used active listening and grounding techniques to de-escalate distress
  • Maintained accurate records and handled sensitive information professionally
  • Developed strong CRM and stakeholder communication skills in a high-volume, emotionally sensitive environment

Customer Support and Sales Administrator

Virtual College Ltd
Ilkley, Bradford
2014.08 - 2022.05
  • Provided customer service and administrative support for one of the UK's leading online training providers.
  • Managed customer enquiries, technical issues, and data entry with clear, supportive communication
  • Delivered staff training on systems, processes, and best practice
  • Maintained organised administration, accurate CRM records, and reporting
  • Facilitated effective communication between internal teams and external clients

Bar supervisor

The Yard
Ilkley, Bradford
2011.01 - 2020.03
  • Oversaw daily operations, stock management, and cash handling
  • Supervised staff and supported their training and development
  • Coordinated events and promotions, ensuring smooth delivery and positive customer experience
  • Maintained a welcoming, safe, and professional environment

Bar Supervisor and Manager

Salisbury Ale House
Manchester
2011.11 - 2014.06
  • Managed day-to-day bar operations, including stock control, cashing up, and shift planning
  • Supervised and supported staff, ensuring smooth service and team wellbeing
  • Organised and ran events, maintaining a high standard of customer experience
  • Ensured compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations

Education

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA England)

Mental Health First Aid (England)
01/2023 -

BA (Hons) - Drama

University of Huddersfield
2018.09 - 2021.06

BA - Politics (120 credits)

Manchester Metropolitan University
2011.09 - 2013.06

A Levels - Politics (B), Media (B), History (C)

Ilkley Grammar School
2009.09 - 2011.06

10 GCSEs including Maths and English -

Bradford Grammar School
2004.09 - 2009.06

Skills

  • Warm, empathetic, and approachable; strong relationship-builder
  • People-focused, adaptable, pragmatic, confident in public speaking
  • Youth work, mentoring, and volunteer support
  • Supportive coaching, 1:1 wellbeing guidance, and group facilitation
  • Drama, improvisation, creative workshops, performance coaching
  • Safeguarding, inclusion, and community engagement
  • Confidence-building, resilience, and emotional development
  • Customer service, CRM systems, and administration
  • Organisation, event planning, and evaluation of sessions and projects

REFEREES

  • John, McMahon, Director of Skills, Volunteering and Wellbeing, 07355 675991, Bradford 2025, Bradford
  • Irene, Mirza, Volunteer Programme Manager (Area and Communities), 07961 285019, Bradford 2025, Bradford

VOLUNTARY AND COMMUNITY WORK

  • Upstagers Theatre Group, Drama Teacher and Youth Mentor, 2010, Present
  • The Labour Party Shipley, Social and Fundraising Officer, Shipley, 2021, Present
  • Bradford Council, District Council Candidate, Bradford, 2021, 2021
  • Shipley CLP, Secretary, Shipley, 2021, 2023

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Full clean driving licence

Timeline

Volunteer Area Coordinator

Bradford 2025 City of Culture
2024.10 - 2025.11

Wellbeing and Mental Health Officer / Supporting Artists Agent

Articulate Drama School
2023.05 - 2024.10

Supporter Care Advisor

Macmillan Cancer Support
2022.07 - 2023.05

BA (Hons) - Drama

University of Huddersfield
2018.09 - 2021.06

Customer Support and Sales Administrator

Virtual College Ltd
2014.08 - 2022.05

Bar Supervisor and Manager

Salisbury Ale House
2011.11 - 2014.06

BA - Politics (120 credits)

Manchester Metropolitan University
2011.09 - 2013.06

Bar supervisor

The Yard
2011.01 - 2020.03

Drama Teacher and Workshop Facilitator

Upstagers Theatre Group & Freelance
2010.01 - 2025.11

A Levels - Politics (B), Media (B), History (C)

Ilkley Grammar School
2009.09 - 2011.06

10 GCSEs including Maths and English -

Bradford Grammar School
2004.09 - 2009.06

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA England)

Mental Health First Aid (England)
01/2023 -
GEORGE SCAIFE