General Theatre Technicians (Casual, Self-Employed)

The King Alfred School; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive independent school in London seeks a Theatre Technician to assist in school productions and manage evening events. The ideal candidate will have experience in the theatre industry and stage management. Responsibilities include supporting students and ensuring the success of performances. The school values diversity and encourages applications from under-represented groups. Join us to foster creativity and education in a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

• Experience or degree-equivalent in the theatre industry.
• Excellent knowledge of IT, including projector set-up and performance-based programmes.
• Up-to-date knowledge of lighting systems and audio-visual equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Technical Theatre Manager with school productions.
• Act as lead Technician for evening events.
• Support students in technical theatre.

Skills

Theatre industry experience

Stage management experience

IT proficiency

Lighting systems knowledge

Digital audio equipment knowledge

Education

Degree-equivalent experience in theatre

Job description

King Alfred School (KAS) is a progressive independent school in idyllic grounds in North London. Our independence means that we can take a holistic approach to education, value the progress young people make in every area and experiment with innovative ideas. The King Alfred Phoenix is a multi‑purpose space for use by the school and external hires with a fully‑functioning studio theatre, a state‑of‑the‑art music venue, airy, light rehearsal space and seating for 120 people.

We invite applications from well‑qualified Theatre Technicians to join our thriving Phoenix Theatre. The primary purpose of the post is to assist the Technical Theatre Manager with school productions and examination performances, and to be the lead Technician for evening events or external lettings, as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Technical Theatre Manager with school productions and examination performances.
• Act as the lead Technician for evening events or external lettings, as required.
• Support students in technical theatre.

Key Qualifications

• Experience or degree‑equivalent experience in the theatre industry.
• Experience or degree‑equivalent experience in stage‑management for professional theatre.
• Excellent knowledge of IT, including projector set‑up, PowerPoint presentations, computer system set‑up, and both Mac and PC performance‑based programmes.
• Design, building and crewing experience on productions.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of lighting systems, lighting control apparatus, lighting equipment and its maintenance, refurbishment and use.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of digital audio and audio‑visual equipment and its use for live, recorded and playback techniques.
• Ability to manage and support students of technical theatre.
• Experience of working with young people desirable but not essential.

We are seeking to enhance the diversity of our staff and student body and would therefore particularly welcome applications from groups currently under‑represented in our school community, especially those from the global majority. DEI & Belonging Statement – see our DEI and Belonging statement and KAS Against Racism policy for details.

All members of the King Alfred School community are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, social media checks and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974: all posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Act, but amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are protected and not subject to disclosure to employers.

Closing date for applications: open‑ended; we reserve the right to close the role once sufficient applications have been received. To apply, please visit our website and apply via our online application form.