Technician Demonstrator (Scenic Services)

Arts University Bournemouth; Poole; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary increase

Cost of living uplift

Pension scheme

Bus travel & cycle to work

Job summary

Arts University Bournemouth is seeking a Set Construction Technician Demonstrator with strong carpentry, joinery and scenic construction experience for theatre, film or television production. You will help translate designs into safe, high‑quality sets for student productions at Bournemouth Film School.

You will promote safe working practices, create risk assessments, deliver inductions, and assist with workshop management while supporting learning and teaching across university sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum undergraduate degree preferred, or equivalent.
• Must hold a Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject.
• GCSE English and Maths at minimum grade C/5.

Responsibilities

• Construct, install and dismantle sets and scenic elements for theatre, film or TV productions.
• Support student productions across Bournemouth Film School.
• Promote safe working practices and maintain a safe workshop environment.
• Assist in managing workshop resources, materials and equipment.

Skills

Carpentry

Joinery

Scenic construction

Health & safety

Workshop supervision

Education

Undergraduate degree

Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject

GCSE English & Maths (minimum grade C/5)

Tools

Woodworking machinery

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Salary £30,180 - £33,662

Closing date: 28 October 2026

About us

Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is a globally leading independent arts, design, performance and media university.

At AUB we nurture creativity, engage communities, collaborate with industry and make a difference.

Our statutory commitments

AUB is committed to meeting its legal obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and to securing lawful freedom of speech and academic freedom in accordance with the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act 2023. We are committed to providing a working and learning environment that is fair, respectful and free from unlawful discrimination.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, particularly encourage applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds and people who are disabled, who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

AUB holds the Silver Award from Inclusive Employers in recognition of our work to support inclusive practice across the University.

Our commitment to Safeguarding

AUB is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding. We take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety and welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk who engage with us, as well as those who work with them.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Set Construction Technician Demonstrator with significant experience in carpentry, joinery and scenic construction for theatre, film or television production. The successful candidate will play a key role in the construction, installation and dismantling of sets and scenic elements, supporting student productions across Bournemouth Film School.

You will provide practical expertise and guidance to students and staff, helping to translate set designs into safe, functional and high-quality built environments. Confident in the use of woodworking machinery, hand and power tools, you will be able to interpret design plans, manage materials effectively and support all stages of the set build process from fabrication through to installation and strike.

A key responsibility of the role is the promotion of safe working practices. You will create risk assessments, deliver health and safety inductions and equipment training, ensure compliance with relevant legislation and University policies, and maintain a safe, well-organised workshop environment. You will also support the inspection, maintenance and safe operation of tools, machinery and workshop facilities.

Working closely with technical and production colleagues, you will support learning and teaching, and will contribute to the management of workshop resources, materials and equipment, ensuring they remain available, serviceable and fit for purpose.

This role would suit an experienced set builder, carpenter or joiner with a passion for craftsmanship, health and safety, and supporting the next generation of creative practitioners.

Ideally educated to undergraduate degree level, you must hold a minimum level 3 qualification in a relevant subject, and GCSE, minimum grade C/5 or equivalent, English and Maths. The successful candidate will be encouraged to participate in continuous professional development to ensure subject knowledge and experience is maintained in-line with established and evolving industry practice and trends.

Experience of supporting learners in a further or higher education context would be advantageous.

You will need to be flexible in your approach to the working day and environment as this varied post supports a diverse range of individuals and will entail some evening and weekend working. Travel between university sites, and to venues and filming locations will be necessary, for which holding a full UK driving licence, or being able to obtain one within a specified period following appointment is essential.

Our benefits

• In meeting your performance expectations, you’ll receive an annual salary increase in line with the grade of your role.
• An annual cost of living uplift will be applied, the timing and implementation of which are subject to the University’s decision.
• AUB provides generous holiday entitlement, and you will be enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (professional services staff) or the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (academic staff) from day one of employment.
• Along with subsidised bus travel, cycle to work and annual savings schemes, our broad range of benefits can be explored on the AUB careers website https://aub.ac.uk/working-at-aub.

AUB has an agile working policy, and flexible working can be considered. If you require support with your application or have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please email [e-mail]. If you are disabled, we are committed to supporting you with any reasonable adjustments you require, so please email [e-mail] and we’ll be in touch.

Visa Sponsorship

This position does not meet the UKVI salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must therefore demonstrate their right to work in the UK without sponsorship.