Music Technician

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre; Reading; On-site; GBP 12,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Reading is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Music Technician to support its Music Department. The position involves providing technical assistance, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe creative environment. Ideal candidates should have experience with multi-track recording software like Cubase, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to safeguarding students. Join a dynamic team that fosters a love for music technology among young performers and producers.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Proactive Music Technician with experience in music technology.
• Flexible and collaborative approach to support staff and students.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in lessons and live events.
• Guide students through music technology coursework using Cubase.
• Maintain and repair musical and technical equipment.

Skills

Experience in multi-track recording

Confidence in setting up PA systems

Practical ability to maintain equipment

Knowledge of software installation

Organisational skills

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

Relevant qualification in music technology

Job description

Are you passionate about music technology and ready to inspire the next generation of performers and producers? Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Music Technician to support our thriving Music Department. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic and creative environment, helping to deliver outstanding lessons and performances while maintaining and developing our excellent music facilities.

Your Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a knowledgeable and proactive Music Technician to join the vibrant team at Highdown Secondary School and Sixth Form on a part time (20hrs per week), permanent basis. Working closely with the Head of Music, you will play a key role in supporting both the academic and co-curricular life of the Music Department. From providing technical support in lessons and guiding students through music technology coursework using Cubase, to setting up live events, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe working environment, this varied and rewarding role is perfect for someone with a passion for music technology and education. If you enjoy being hands-on, thrive in a creative setting, and want to contribute to a thriving school community, we’d love to hear from you.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience in multi-track recording and sequencing, ideally using Cubase or similar software
• Confidence in setting up and operating PA systems for live performances and rehearsals
• Practical ability to maintain and repair musical and technical equipment
• Knowledge of software installation, including VST instruments
• A flexible, conscientious and collaborative approach to supporting staff and students
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and use initiative
• A good general education including GCSEs in English and Maths
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
• A relevant qualification in music technology or production, and prior experience supporting music in an educational setting, would be desirable.
  
  

About Highdown School & Sixth Form Centre

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre is a thriving school, established in 1971, where all students are challenged to reach excellence every day. Our most important resource is our staff. Therefore, we aim to create the conditions and culture within the academy that make Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre a rewarding place to work. We are committed to investing in staff professional learning and leadership development, taking action to rationalise workload, promote mental and physical health and wellbeing, and encourage collaboration and peer support.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
  
  

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model
  
  

Please read the attached candidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Salary: GLF Associate 3 - £24,272 FTE

Actual Salary: £11,600.58

Hours of work: 20hrs per week (4hrs per day) - 39 weeks per year (term time only)

Closing Date: 24 Aug 2025

Interview date: TBA