Music and Sound Technician

Wycombe Abbey; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Music and Sound Technician to join their vibrant Music Department. This full-time role involves supporting the planning, installation, and management of music facilities to ensure successful productions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, working with modern facilities and a supportive team. If you are passionate about music technology and eager to contribute to a creative atmosphere, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path in a nurturing community.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Flexible Working Hours

Access to Modern Facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in sound engineering and music production.
• Ability to manage technical setups for events.

Responsibilities

• Support Music and Drama departments in technical setups.
• Manage music facilities for successful productions.

Skills

Sound Engineering

Music Production

Technical Support

Education

Degree in Music Technology or related field

Tools

Sibelius

Musition

Recording Studio Equipment

Job description

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£26,350 - £33,325 per annum, depending on skills and experience.

Working Hours:

40 hours per week on a flexible basis over 52 weeks (excluding 1-hour unpaid lunch break). Working hours will be flexible as required for events, including evenings and weekends. It is intended that excess hours during busy periods will be offset in quiet times and during school holidays when working hours will reduce (subject to the demands of holiday lettings and events).

Location:

High Wycombe

Closing Date:

01/06/2025

Job Category:

Support

Region / Division:

Wycombe Abbey

Department:

Music

Job Introduction

Music and Sound Technician

Wycombe Abbey seeks to appoint a Music and Sound Technician to support the Music and Drama departments in the planning, installation, and management of effective music facilities and solutions to ensure successful productions and events.

The Music Department is a busy, lively department with a friendly and supportive atmosphere, where pupils work with energy, focus, curiosity, and passion, embracing opportunities for creative expression, independence, and collaboration.

The department's facilities are modern and spacious, including the Archer Recital Hall (200 seats), well-equipped teaching rooms, a dedicated music technology room with 16 networked computers running Sibelius and Musition, a new recording studio, numerous practice rooms, staff offices, and a staff room.

Contract: This is a permanent, full-time role with a six-month probation period.

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week on a flexible basis over 52 weeks (excluding 1-hour unpaid lunch). Flexibility is required for events, including evenings and weekends. Excess hours during busy periods will be offset during quieter times and school holidays.

Salary: £26,350 - £33,325 per annum, depending on skills and experience.

Application Deadline: Sunday 1 June 2025

Interview Date: Tuesday 10 June 2025

How to Apply: Please refer to the full job profile document. To apply, complete an application form and submit it along with a covering letter to the Headmistress, Mrs. J Duncan, by selecting "Apply Now." For questions, contact the HR Team at 01494 895575 or [e-mail].

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if suitable early applications are received.

Wycombe Abbey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply if barred from regulated activity with children.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; all applicants must disclose unspent convictions and cautions, including filtered convictions as per the guidance.

Further information on filtered convictions is available from the Ministry of Justice and Nacro Guidance. We are an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No. 310638.

About the School

Wycombe Abbey offers an exceptional environment for learning and working, with a community of 420 staff and 650 pupils. We foster curiosity, innovation, leadership, and a love of learning in both pupils and staff. We encourage staff involvement in school life and provide professional development, staff wellbeing initiatives, and a rewarding work environment. All staff contribute to inspiring pupils to achieve ambitious goals and make a positive impact in the world.

Please watch the video below to learn more about working at Wycombe Abbey.