Theatre Technician

Stonyhurst College, Clitheroe, Lancashire

Full Time | Permanent | Term Time

Competitive Salary

Are you a skilled and enthusiastic Theatre Technician looking for an exciting opportunity within one of the UK's leading independent schools?

Stonyhurst College is seeking a proactive and highly organised Theatre Technician to support the technical delivery of our extensive programme of productions, performances, concerts, events and whole-school activities. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for technical theatre and live events to contribute to a vibrant and dynamic educational environment.

About the Role

As Theatre Technician, you will be responsible for the technical operation, maintenance and development of the College's performance and event spaces. Working closely with the Performing Arts Department and colleagues across the College, you will provide expert technical support for productions, examinations, concerts, admissions events, liturgical celebrations and a wide variety of high-profile school events.

The successful candidate will oversee lighting, sound, staging and production resources, ensuring that our facilities continue to support the exceptional standards for which Stonyhurst is renowned.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for Drama productions, performances and examinations.

• Plan, rig, focus and programme lighting systems.

• Operate and maintain sound equipment for productions and events.

• Support rehearsals, performances and live events.

• Supervise and mentor student technical crews.

• Deliver technical support for concerts, assemblies, presentations, Open Days and admissions events.

• Construct, install and remove staging, scenery and production elements.

• Manage technical stores, equipment inventories and maintenance schedules.

• Promote safe working practices and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

• Contribute to the ongoing development of the College's Performing Arts and Events provision.

About You

We are looking for an individual who has:

Essential

• Experience in theatre, performing arts or live events technical support.

• Knowledge of theatre lighting systems and lighting control.

• Experience rigging, focusing and operating lighting equipment.

• Experience operating and maintaining sound systems.

• A good understanding of relevant health and safety legislation.

• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.

• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with pupils, colleagues and contractors.

• Flexibility to support evening and occasional weekend events.

Desirable

• Experience within an educational setting.

• Experience in set construction and scenic installation.

• Experience training or mentoring young people.

• Relevant technical theatre, stage management or production qualification.

• First Aid qualification.

• Working at Height certification.

• PAT Testing qualification.

Why Join Stonyhurst?

Stonyhurst College is one of the world's leading Jesuit schools, set within a stunning 1,000-acre estate in the Ribble Valley. We offer an inspiring working environment, a strong sense of community and the opportunity to play a key role in delivering exceptional learning and co-curricular experiences for our pupils.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse programme of productions and events while helping pupils develop their own technical theatre skills and experiences.

Benefits of Working at Stonyhurst

At Stonyhurst, we recognise that our staff are our greatest asset. In return for your commitment, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing and work-life balance, including:

• Access to a HealthShield cash plan, including support towards everyday healthcare costs, a 24/7 online GP service, mental wellbeing support and a range of lifestyle benefits.

• HealthShield Perks, providing discounts on shopping, travel, leisure activities and much more.

• A Cycle to Work Scheme.

• Free meals whilst on duty.

• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions.

• Life assurance cover (subject to eligibility criteria).

• Significant fee remission for children attending Stonyhurst.

• Free access to on-site sports facilities, including the gym and swimming pool.

• Membership opportunities at Stonyhurst Park Golf Club and access to fishing on the College's stretch of the River Hodder.

• Free on-site parking and discounted electric vehicle charging.

Set within a beautiful 1,000-acre estate in the Ribble Valley, Stonyhurst offers a unique working environment where colleagues are part of a welcoming and supportive community dedicated to providing an outstanding education and exceptional opportunities for young people.

Safeguarding

Stonyhurst is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff share this commitment and are expected to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and child protection.

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all other pre-employment checks required in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.