Music and Performing Arts Technician

Think FE Ltd; Wigan; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading further education college in Greater Manchester seeks a skilled Music & Performing Arts Technician to enhance student learning. Your role will involve maintaining performance spaces, running technical workshops, and supporting various college events. With modern facilities and a supportive environment, this position offers growth opportunities and a meaningful impact on students' artistic experiences.

Benefits

Modern Facilities

Supportive Environment

Professional Development

Meaningful Impact

Qualifications

• Solid background in theatre technical work (lighting, sound, stage equipment).
• Ability to explain and demonstrate technical processes to students.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and operating the theatre and rehearsal spaces.
• Running technical workshops and supporting curriculum delivery.
• Providing sound and lighting support for performances and events.

Skills

Theatre technical work

Lighting

Sound

Stage equipment

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Music & Performing Arts Technician

Location: An Ofsted-rated Good FE college in Greater Manchester
Contract: Full-time, permanent (37 hrs/week)
Salary: £26,035 £28,318 per annum

Think FE are proud to be working with a well-established and Ofsted-rated Good further education college based in Greater Manchester, with a vibrant performing arts department delivering Level 2 and Level 3 BTEC qualifications. Our facilities include a fully equipped theatre, rehearsal studios, and music and dance spaces, creating a practical and inspiring learning environment for students pursuing careers in the creative industries.

Role Overview

We re seeking a skilled and proactive Music & Performing Arts Technician with a background in theatre production to support students and staff. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining and safely operating the theatre, rehearsal rooms, and dance studios
• Running technical workshops and demonstrating lighting and sound equipment
• Supporting the technical aspects of curriculum delivery
• Providing sound and lighting support for student performances and wider college events
• Ensuring all performance spaces are safe, well-maintained, and fit for purpose

Who are we looking for?

• A solid background in theatre technical work (lighting, sound, stage equipment)
• The ability to explain and demonstrate technical processes to students
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style
• A commitment to supporting student success through hands-on technical assistance

Why You ll Love Working Here

• Modern Facilities: Access to professional-standard performance and rehearsal spaces
• Supportive Environment: Work within a committed and creative teaching and technical team
• Professional Development: Opportunities to grow your skills through training and mentoring
• Meaningful Impact: Play a vital role in enhancing students learning and performance experiences

Next steps
Once you ve applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.

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