Technical Modern Apprentice (Flying)

Creative Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A cultural organization is offering a Modern Apprenticeship in the Stage department with a focus on flying. You will work with skilled professionals while pursuing a qualification in Technical Theatre & Productions Operations. The role is full-time and fixed-term for 14 months, with a salary of £25,553 per annum. This position is not open to those with a Level 7 qualification or previous professional experience in technical theatre. The application must be submitted to [e-mail] by 12 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Must not already have a Level 7 qualification in Technical Theatre.
• No prior professional experience in technical theatre.

Responsibilities

• Work side by side with skilled professionals.
• Learn on the job while working towards the apprenticeship qualification.

Job description

We have a very exciting opportunity to offer a Modern Apprenticeship working in the Stage department of Capital Theatres with a focus on flying.

About you and the role

You will be working side by side with our team of highly skilled professionals, learning on the job as well as working towards a Modern Apprenticeship in Technical Theatre & Productions Operations at SCQF Level 7.

This position is not open to those who already have a Level 7 qualification, such as a degree in Technical Theatre, or who have previously worked professionally in technical theatre.

How to apply

Please download the application pack from our website and complete the Application form, Equal Opportunities form, and Additional Information form. Then send to [e-mail].

Contract type

Fixed term: 14 Months.

Full-time: 39 hrs per week.

Salary

£25,553 per annum.

Equivalent to £12.60 per hour.

Contact

If you have any further questions please contact [e-mail].

Deadline

The deadline is Monday 12 January 2026 at 12:00.