AV Technician

JAMES ALLENS GIRLS SCHOOL; City Of London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier educational institution in London is seeking a skilled AV Technician to maintain AV equipment and support various school events. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proactive attitude and excellent teamwork skills. Offering a competitive salary and diverse benefits, this full-time role is available from November 2025. Apply now to join a dynamic community committed to excellence in education.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme with 10% employer contributions

Free lunches, teas and coffee

Free access to the Dulwich Picture Gallery

Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity pay

Free onsite parking

Free gym membership with discounted family rates

Employee Assistance Programme

School fee discount

Cycle to work scheme

Interest-free computer loans

Interest-free transport season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Skilled and proactive in AV technology.
• Ability to work unsupervised and in a team.
• Experience in supporting events and productions.

Responsibilities

• Aid in smooth running of presentation spaces.
• Maintain AV equipment and spaces.
• Assist during events and performances.

Skills

AV equipment maintenance

Team collaboration

Live-streaming skills

Professional working ethic

Job description

AV TECHNICIAN

Full Time (All year round)

35 hours per week

Required from November 2025

Full Time Equivalent Salary: £29,120 - £36,400 per annum depending on qualifications and experience

The successful applicant for this exciting role will be a skilled and proactive AV Technician and will be required to aid in the smooth running of the technical aspects of all JAGS presentation spaces.

Our on‑site presentation spaces include:

• VWA – Main multipurpose space used for assemblies, concerts, drama and dance performances, and external hires.
• Holst Hall – Multipurpose space with a raised stage. Used for smaller assemblies and concerts, and external hires.
• Lecture Theatre – Purpose built presentation space in the style of a university lecture theatre.
• Prep Hall – Main hall for the Prep. Used for assemblies, drama and music performances.
• Pre‑Prep Hall – Main space for the Pre‑Prep. Used for assemblies and drama performances.

This is a dynamic role that involves supporting internal and external events, school productions, and live‑streaming, as well as maintaining AV equipment and spaces.

The postholder would also assist the school Music and Theatre Technicians during outside hires and internal performances, both during and outside of school hours.

The postholder will be confident and capable of working both unsupervised and as a member of a team, and able to demonstrate a professional working ethic for visitors as befits an educational institution. The post holder will be expected to move and lift equipment around the site throughout the day.

We offer:

• The opportunity to join our outstanding school where public examination results consistently place JAGS amongst the leading schools in the UK
• A community of considerate, creative and compassionate students and staff
• A highly diverse and inclusive school community, committed to our bursary provision
• An inspiring and enthusiastic team of colleagues across the teaching and support staff
• Excellent facilities, including the latest resources to support learning
• A diverse benefits package including:
• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme with 10% employer contributions
• Free lunches, teas and coffee all year round
• Free access to the Dulwich Picture Gallery
• Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity pay
• Free onsite parking
• Free gym membership with discounted family rates
• Employee Assistance Programme
• School fee discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Interest‑free computer loans
• Interest‑free transport season ticket loans

With its distinctive heritage as the oldest independent girls’ school in London, James Allen’s Girls’ School provides a forward‑thinking and contemporary education for over 1100 girls aged 4 to 18. Located in the London borough of Southwark, JAGS has a diverse school community and is committed to inclusion in the workplace.

Our school aims, both in and out of the classroom, are clear:

• To celebrate our diverse and inclusive community
• To champion social awareness and sustainability
• To empower courage, creativity and compassion in each student
• To inspire aspirational and authentic lifelong learners and leaders
• To nurture respectful, resilient and kind individuals

If this matches your vision, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.

How to apply:

We recognise that celebrating the full diversity of staff and students has a positive impact on all and invite applications from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds. To enable us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application whether you have any special requirements.

Please visit our website download an application form.

Please note that CVs and letters sent without a completed application form will not be accepted.

For further information please contact the Recruitment team on 020 86931181.

Closing Date: Midday on Monday 27 October 2025.

Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 03 November 2025.

Interviews may be held at any stage after applications are received. Interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline, if a suitable candidate is found.

JAGS is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child‑protection screening appropriate to this post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service, and overseas police and regulatory authorities where relevant.