Theatre Technician

Teaching Personnel; Northampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated Theatre Technician for a secondary school in Northampton. This full-time role involves supporting the performing arts department, managing technical aspects of productions, and maintaining performance spaces. Ideal candidates will have experience in theatre production, particularly in sound and lighting, and a passion for working with young people.

Benefits

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Assistance with DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in theatres or musical theatre productions.
• Knowledge of lighting and sound systems.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the performing arts department in school productions.
• Maintain and ensure health and safety in performance spaces.
• Assist students during rehearsals and shows.

Skills

Sound and lighting operation

Set design

Stage management

AV equipment maintenance

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

QLab

ETC

Job description

Job Opportunity: Theatre Technician – Local Secondary School (NN3 Area)
Position Type: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent
Location: Northampton (NN3)
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Theatre Technician to work in a well-regarded secondary school based in the NN3 area of Northampton. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a strong background in theatre production and a passion for the performing arts, particularly in musical theatre.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in a range of backstage and technical theatre roles, including sound and lighting operation, set design, stage management, and AV equipment maintenance. You’ll be supporting the school’s thriving performing arts department, working alongside teaching staff to prepare and deliver school productions, assemblies, and other performances.

This role will also include responsibility for the general maintenance and upkeep of the school’s performance spaces, ensuring health and safety compliance and supporting students during rehearsals and shows. While teaching experience is not required, a passion for working with young people and supporting their creative development is essential.

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience working in theatres or on musical theatre productions
• Knowledge of lighting and sound systems (e.g. QLab, ETC, etc.)
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Flexible and proactive approach to work
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check and register with Teaching Personnel

If you are looking to share your technical expertise in a school that values creativity and performance, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or contact Teaching Personnel for more information. Let’s bring the stage to life – together.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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