Performing Arts Technician

Shenley Brook End School; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenley Brook End School is seeking a proactive Performing Arts Technician to support the Drama, Music and PE departments and school productions in Milton Keynes. You will handle technical setup, equipment care and contribute to recording for examinations.

The role requires experience with ETC lighting desks, video editing and working with young people in a theatre capacity. Flexibility for evenings or weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience with ETC lighting desks.
• Knowledge of video editing.
• Experience working with young people in a theatre capacity.
• Willingness to work evenings or weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and preparation for Drama and Music exam groups.
• Support whole school productions and events.
• Maintain and order equipment and resources.
• Assist in editing recording footage for examinations.

Skills

ETC lighting desks

Video editing

Youth theatre experience

Organisation

Tools

Video cameras

Job description

5 Dimensions Trust is currently advertising for the following exciting permanent opportunity to start at Shenley Brook End School

Performing Arts Technician

Permanent

Salary: Grade 5 £28,608 - £32,046 pro rata, £24,826 - £27,809 actual

37 hours per week, term time plus training days (39 weeks per year)

Mon - Thurs 8.30am - 4.30pm and Fri 8.30am - 4.00pm with a half hour unpaid break

Some flexibility will be required due to events taking place in the evenings or weekends.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a proactive and well organised person to become the Performing Arts Technician for Shenley Brook End School. You will support the work of students and staff in the PE, Drama and Music departments and across whole school initiatives.

You will have responsibility for technical support and preparation for Drama and Music exam groups and whole school productions, maintain and order equipment and resources and assist in the editing of recording footage for examinations.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience with ETC lighting desks
• Have knowledge of video editing and use of video cameras
• Have previous experience of working with young people in a theatre capacity
• Want to make a difference to the children in our care

The schools within the 5 Dimensions Trust are consistently ranked amongst the highest-achieving schools in Milton Keynes. We are on a mission to make our Trust the very best place to work and study.

Employee wellbeing is a priority for 5 Dimensions Trust and we recognise that happy employees perform better and live happier and healthier lives. Professional development is of a high quality; colleagues engage in a range of CPD from in-house coaching to National Professional Qualifications. All staff identify a 5-year career pathway supporting them to grow and be the best version of themselves. Our pension scheme is generous, as is our incremental pay progression.

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Closing Date: Wednesday 30th September, 9am

Interview date: TBC

The Trust reserves the right to close the application process at any stage should we receive sufficient applications.

5 Dimensions Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

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Website: www.5dimensionstrust.com

CEO: Mr Tony Nelson