Senior Theatre Technician - Live Shows & Education

Monkton Wood Academy; Taunton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre is seeking a Senior Theatre Technician to join the team for 18 hours per week in a permanent role. Based at the Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre, Monkton Wood Academy, Taunton, you will support live productions and education-focused activities.

You will work alongside the Technical Manager, handling interview and safety duties, and ensuring high standards across events, with evenings and weekend shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Good literacy and numeracy skills demonstrated through GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or above or equivalent.
• Experience in a technical role within theatre, performing arts venue, live events or similar production environment.
• Ability to operate equipment and systems to a high standard.
• Interest in working in an education-based theatre environment with commitment to inclusion.
• Confidence to challenge unsafe practices and maintain a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Technical Manager in delivering high-quality productions.
• Support visiting production companies, hirers, community groups, and academy staff and students.
• Help maintain health and safety standards and safe working practices.
• contribute to a safe, professional and creative environment at all times.

Skills

Literacy & numeracy

Theatre tech experience

Equipment operation

Education focus & inclusion

Safety awareness

Job description

Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre is seeking a Senior Theatre Technician to join the team for 18 hours per week in a permanent role. Based at the Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre, Monkton Wood Academy, Taunton, you will support live productions and education-focused activities.

You will work alongside the Technical Manager, handling interview and safety duties, and ensuring high standards across events, with evenings and weekend shifts as needed.