Av Technician - Kensington

Marchant Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional training

Excellent transport links nearby

Term-time or all-year option

Job summary

Kensington-based secondary school is seeking an innovative AV Technician to join its IT and Media Support team. You will oversee all audio-visual equipment for assemblies, productions, and events, while guiding staff and students in using interactive screens and live streaming tools.

The role offers term-time or all-year options, with a competitive salary (£28,000–£34,000), and a strong focus on health and safety, professional development, and working across modern facilities in a convenient

Qualifications

• Proven AV technician experience, preferably in education, theatre, or live events.
• Hands-on knowledge of sound and lighting equipment and projectors.
• Strong troubleshooting across AV hardware and software on Windows/Mac.
• Clear communication and organisational skills with staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and break down AV for assemblies, productions, and events.
• Inspect, test, and maintain AV equipment across rooms and venues.
• Assist staff and students with AV setup and interactive screens usage.
• Manage media suites, live streams, signage networks, and asset registers.
• Ensure health and safety compliance for cables and rigs.

Skills

Audio-visual systems

Event support

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

Sound mixing desks

Stage lighting consoles

Projectors

Video cameras

Live streaming software

Job description

AV Technician – Secondary School

Location: Kensington, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, London

Position: Full-Time, Permanent (Term Time Only or All Year Round options available)

Salary: £28,000 – £34,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Start Date: ASAP / Next Term

About the Role

A highly regarded and prestigious secondary school in Kensington is looking to recruit an innovative and technical AV Technician to join their IT and Media Support team.

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the school’s audio-visual equipment, supporting daily assemblies, school productions, concerts, lectures, and digital signage, as well as providing technical guidance to teaching staff and students.

Key Responsibilities

• Event Support: Set up, operate, and breakdown AV equipment (sound lighting, microphones, projection systems, and video streams) for assemblies, theatre productions, sports days, and external events.

• Technical Maintenance: Regularly inspect, test, maintain, and troubleshoot AV equipment across classrooms, halls, auditoriums, and drama studios.

• Staff & Student Support: Assist teachers with AV technology setup in classrooms, provide guidance on operating interactive screens, and support students during media or performance practical work.

• System Administration: Manage media production suites, live streaming software, digital signage networks, and AV asset registers.

• Health & Safety: Ensure all trailing cables, rigging, and electrical setups comply with school health and safety guidelines.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience working as an Audio-Visual (AV) Technician, ideally within an educational, theatre, corporate, or live-event setting.

• Solid hands-on knowledge of sound mixing desks, stage lighting consoles, projectors, video cameras, and live streaming setups.

• Strong troubleshooting skills across both AV hardware and connected software (Windows/Mac platforms).

• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a customer-service mindset when helping staff and guests.

• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to complete one).

What the School Offers

• State-of-the-art facilities, including modern auditoriums, drama studios, and tech suites.

• A supportive IT and Media infrastructure team.

• Outstanding transport links (District, Circle, and Central lines nearby).

• Excellent opportunities for ongoing professional training and career progression.