Performing Arts Technician

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Coventry; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant educational institution in Coventry is seeking a Performing Arts Technician to support Music and Drama across junior and senior schools. The role requires flexibility in working hours, including evenings and weekends, to support performances. Ideal candidates will have experience in technical theatre and a passion for the arts. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including a pension scheme and free access to gym facilities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension contributions

Free school lunch

Free access to gym and swimming facilities

EAP scheme including counselling

Qualifications

• Experience in technical support for performing arts.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Familiarity with theatre production processes.

Responsibilities

• Support Music and Drama departments with technical needs.
• Run a technician club for student development.
• Assist in major school shows and performances.

Skills

Creative technician skills

Flexibility in working hours

Set design knowledge

Lighting and sound expertise

Job description

Overview

Performing Arts Technician – Bablake School

Required as soon as possible

Salary: Grade 5 (£23,316 - £27,538)

Role Details: This role is advertised on an annualised hours basis. The role is all year round, and equivalent to 35 hours per week. Hours will be notified on a half termly basis, however to help with planning, significant events such as productions are scheduled as early as possible.

This is usually done at the start of the year and schedules are provided although the number of hours per week may vary depending on show commitment etc., the number of hours per year is set. Flexibility is essential as you will be required to work evenings and weekends to support with performances and commercial bookings, as well as to work across all Foundation sites.

Bablake is a vibrant school supported by a diverse and enthusiastic community of staff, pupils, parents and alumni.

Responsibilities

• Be a talented, creative and energetic technician for the Performing Arts department supporting Music and Drama across junior and senior schools.
• Assist in running a technician club for pupil development in set design, lighting and sound.
• Support two major senior school shows each year, junior school shows, and musical performances every half term.
• Work flexible hours including evenings and weekends to support performances and commercial bookings; work across all Foundation sites.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company pension contributions
• Free school lunch
• Free access to gym and swimming facilities
• EAP scheme including counselling, out of hours GP and discounts on shopping

Equality, diversity and safeguarding

Bablake School is committed to equal opportunities and inclusion. We aim to create a welcoming, respectful and safe environment for all members of our community. Please indicate any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

The school is committed to safeguarding and welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding checks, including DBS and overseas checks if necessary. Applicants from overseas should provide information about past conduct.

How to apply

To apply please complete all sections of the online application form via our recruitment portal, including the supporting statement and providing 2 references, no later than 3rd October 2025. For further information, please contact recruitment at csfoundation.org.uk

Note

Applications will be considered as they are received. Early applications are encouraged.