Creative & Design Technician (Theatre Background Preferred) – Full-Time

Philosophy Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education LTD. is recruiting for a Creative & Design Technician at a thriving secondary school in North West London.

You will support design technology projects, theatre productions, set construction and prop-making, helping bring performances to life while keeping students safe and inspired. The role asks for hands-on theatre design experience, strong skills in set design and workshop management, and a background in education or creative settings.

Qualifications

• Background in theatre production, design technology, or related field
• Strong practical set design, prop-making, and workshop management skills
• Experience in educational or creative settings preferred
• Enthusiasm for inspiring students in creativity and performance

Responsibilities

• Assist students and staff with design technology projects and productions
• Provide technical support for theatre productions, including set and prop design
• Manage materials, equipment and resources in the creative department
• Help maintain a safe and inspiring learning environment

Skills

Theatre production

Set design

Prop-making

Workshop management

Education/creative setting experience

Student inspiration

Job description

Location:North West London

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Contract: Full-Time,

Are you a dynamic and creative professional with a passion for design and the arts? We are recruiting on behalf of a thriving secondary school that is seeking a Creative & Design Technician to support their innovative curriculum and theatrical productions.

About the Role:

As a key member of the school’s creative team, you will provide technical expertise in design, set construction, prop-making, and stage support. Ideally, you will have a background in theatre design, helping bring performances and creative projects to life. Your role will include:

• Assisting students and staff with creative and design technology projects
• Providing technical support for theatre productions, including set and prop design
• Managing materials, equipment, and resources in the creative department
• Ensuring a safe and inspiring learning environment

About You:

• A background in theatre production, design technology, or a related field
• Strong practical skills in set design, prop-making, and workshop management
• Experience working in an educational or creative setting (preferred)
• Enthusiasm for inspiring students in the world of creativity and performance