Senior Theatre Technician

Derby, Derbyshire
Ad Warrior

Senior Theatre Technician

Location: Repton

Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 per annum depending on experience

Job Type: Full Time, Term Time Only

Our client is a leading co-educational School situated in the historic village of Repton.

The Role

Work closely with the Director of Drama and other key stakeholders to deliver outstanding dramaic provision for pupils and excellent theatrical productions throughout the academic year. The Senior Theatre Technician will assist other academic events, such as visiting speakers or whole-school events, during term time. The role includes the provision of technical support for private hire of the theatre facilities, including management of the venue in support of Repton Enterprises.

Role Responsibilities

• Responsibility for the daily running and upkeep of the 400 Hall Theatre, studios, and ensure that all are prepared ready for presentations, teaching or rehearsals to take place.
• Liaising with external suppliers and contractors to hire suitable props/equipment for product
• Preparation of the 400 Hall Theatre for scheduled activities, including for use by teaching staff and internal bookings, in order that practitioners using the space find it clean, tidy and ready for use straight away.
• Setup, prepare and operate lighting and sound control systems.
• Carry out Portable Appliance Testing and record the results to current regulati
• Assist in the maintenance of all the facilities and equipment in the 400 Hall Theatre including the cataloguing of resources, inventory and stock control.
• Assist in the maintenance of comprehensive health and safety procedures, risk assessment and COSSH records.
• Attending events out of hours when required to support staff and students. This is when a flexi approach to working hours is essenti
• Completing the necessary health and safety checks in order for the theatre/studios to operate as working venues.
• Offering technical support during school teaching hours.
• Responsibility for the recording and cataloguing of all GCSE and A Level examination work.
• Attending drama lessons as requested to video and edit exam pieces.
• Mentoring pupils who take technical options at GCSE and A-Level as requested.
• Provision of occasional technical workshops to benefit Repton pupils interested in pursuing lighting and sound design in their academic drama skill, in addition to running Prep School technical workshops.
• Liaise with the Director of Drama to provide all necessary support to pupils studying Drama.
• Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the specifications for GCSE and A-Level Drama related subjects.
• Run co-curricular activities and sessions to train and encourage pupils interested in providing support for Drama productions as directed by the Director of Drama.

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English
• Technical Theatre/Stage Management qualification or similar to demonstrate the technical knowledge gained through work experience (Essential)
• First Aid at Work – (Desirable)

Benefits

• Employer Pension Scheme
• Sports Centre Membership

To Apply

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