Visual & Creative Arts Technician

Rochdale Sixth Form College; Rochdale; In loco; GBP 21.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Descrizione del lavoro

Rochdale Sixth Form College is seeking a proactive Visual & Creative Arts Technician to support lessons, performances and events across Photography, Graphics, Music and Drama. You will maintain equipment, run lighting and AV, and assist with exhibitions and enrichment activities, helping students reach their potential.

Ideal candidates will have GCSE English and Maths, a Level 2 qualification, and hands-on experience in lighting, sound, photography or creative arts technology.

Competenze

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent).
• Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject.
• Experience in lighting, sound, stage management, photography, video or creative arts technology.

Mansioni

• Provide technical and practical support for lessons, performances, productions, exhibitions and enrichment activities.
• Maintain specialist equipment and support photography studios.
• Deliver sound, lighting and AV support for events.
• Be at the heart of the Creative Arts department and support diverse activities.

Conoscenze

Lighting & Sound

Stage Management

Photography & Video

ICT Skills

Relationship Building

Organisation

Willingness to Learn

Formazione

GCSE English & Maths

Level 2 Qualification

Descrizione del lavoro

Visual & Creative Arts Technician

Are you a creative and technically skilled individual with a passion for supporting young people to achieve their potential?

Rochdale Sixth Form College is looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Visual & Creative Arts Technician to join our highly successful Creative Arts department.

Working across Photography, Graphics, Music and Drama, you will provide technical and practical support for lessons, performances, productions, exhibitions and enrichment activities. From maintaining specialist equipment and supporting photography studios to delivering sound, lighting and AV support for events, this is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of an outstanding college.

At Rochdale Sixth Form College, part of Altus Education Partnership, our values of Resilience, Support, Fairness and Compassionate Rigour underpin everything we do. We are committed to helping every student achieve their academic potential through high expectations, exceptional support and a positive culture.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent)
• Holds a Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject
• Has experience in one or more areas including lighting, sound, stage management, photography, video or creative arts technology
• Possesses strong ICT skills and a willingness to learn new technologies
• Can build positive relationships with students and staff
• Is organised, self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Is flexible and willing to support evening events, performances and examinations when required

Why join us?

• Be part of an Outstanding Sixth Form College
• Work within a supportive and high-performing Creative Arts team
• Access high-quality training and professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Opportunities for career development across Altus Education Partnership
• Make a real difference to the lives and aspirations of young people

Start Date: Immediate

Closing Date: Monday 2nd November 2026, 12 noon

Interview Date: Week commencing 2nd or 9th November 2026

Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. In accordance with KCSIE guidance, online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates.