Technician - Performing Arts

Windsor Forest Colleges; Egham; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in England is seeking a part-time Performing Arts Technician to work 16 hours per week. Responsibilities include overseeing props usage, setting up musical equipment for performances, and maintaining records. The role requires practical skills in Logic Pro and lighting. Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Access to subsidised leisure courses

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Proven practical skills; well-organised and creative.
• Approachable with enthusiasm for Performing Arts.
• Strong communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee props cupboard and camera usage.
• Set up music equipment for concerts.
• Light performances and create soundscapes.

Skills

Practical skills

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Tools

Logic Pro

DAW and DMX software

Job description

Overview

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is seeking a part-time Performing Arts Technician to work 16 hours per week in the Performing Arts Department at our Strode’s College campus on a permanent, term-time only basis. The 16-hour pattern is flexible, typically between Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm, with some evenings required; to be discussed at the interview.

The role pays from G16 £9,123.13 up to G19 £10,140.01 (full-time equivalent G16 £24,098 up to G19 £26,784), dependent on experience and qualifications.

You will oversee the props cupboard and camera usage, maintain records of loans and returns, ensure assessment materials are recorded in the correct format and stored for external examiner use, and set up music equipment for concerts and performances. The role requires a solid understanding of fixing musical equipment and proficiency in using Logic Pro, as well as lighting for dance and acting shows in our studio and creating soundscapes for performances. You will adapt your skills for other professional venues as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee props cupboard and camera usage; maintain meticulous records of loans and returns.
• Ensure assessment materials are recorded in the correct format and stored for external examiner use.
• Set up music equipment for concerts and performances; fix musical equipment; use Logic Pro.
• Light performances (dance and acting) in the studio and create soundscapes for performances; adapt skills for other venues as needed.
• Manage technical requirements for in-class and evening assessments and performances (sound, lighting, video recording).
• Organise, store, and share video footage from rehearsals, assessments, and performances.
• Deliver workshop sessions with a comprehensive understanding of DAW and DMX software.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven practical skills; well-organised, creative, and capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Approachable manner and genuine enthusiasm for Performing Arts and Live Shows.
• Strong communication and time management skills; ability to relate well to students; highly organised and flexible with varying mediums and staff.

About Us

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South-East. Our staff work across four main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes-Egham, and Berkshire College of Agriculture-Maidenhead. We deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.

Qualifications and Courses Offered

We offer A-Level courses in Music Technology and Dance, Level 3 BTEC in Performing Arts Practice (Acting) and Music Performance, and the Arts Award. Responsibilities include managing technical requirements for in-class and evening assessments and performances (sound, lighting, video recording), storage and sharing of video footage from rehearsals, assessments, and performances, and delivering workshop sessions with knowledge of DAW and DMX software.

Benefits

• Career progression opportunities; access to subsidised leisure courses and pension schemes.
• Free on-site parking at all sites; Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Family-friendly policies to support work-life balance; on-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria.
• Health and wellbeing benefits, including discounted gym memberships and confidential staff counselling.

Application Details

Please be advised that the vacancy will close on Wednesday 15 October 2025. To apply, visit our careers page and complete the online application form. Include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed in the person specification.

Note: Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis; we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date. We encourage early applications.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks.

Other Information

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