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Friday, October 30, 2026 · Updated as listings and source records change
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Technician Demonstrator in Music & Sound

University of Gloucestershire

Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom · Full Time · Music Education

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0.6FTE, 22.2 hours per week

The postholder will be expected to work on site for the full hours of the contract as this is a student facing role.

About the school

The University of Gloucestershire has a proud history of music education, and we continue to pride ourselves on our support for students in developing their employability alongside their academic, creative and personal growth through innovative pedagogy and real-world engagement.

The government's Creative Industries Sector Plan aims to make the UK the best place in the world to make music. It calls for a skilled, diverse workforce, support for the next generation of talent, and wider adoption of new technology to strengthen human-led creativity. It also backs creative clusters outside London and values the role of universities and industry working together.

About the role

As a Technical Demonstrator, you’ll be the friendly, knowledgeable presence in our studios and rehearsal spaces. You’ll support students on Popular Music, Music Business and Sound and Music Production as they turn ideas into finished work, using flagship recording studios, a 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos suite and a 22.2 immersive audio lab at our Cheltenham Creative and Computing Campus.

How to apply

To apply please click on APPLY at the bottom of this page, you will be asked to submit a CV along with a Supporting Statement that addresses how you meet the essential criteria or complete the attached application form. CVs alone will not be considered.

Contact details

Sam Roberts - Technical Services Manager - [email protected]

Key dates

Closing date: 20th November 2026

Interview: 27th November 2026

Please note that this role does not meet the minimum eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker visa route.

To avoid disappointment please apply early, should we find a suitable candidate we will close the advert.

For more information about out benefits and working for the University please click here

The University is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff community and welcomes applications from currently under-represented sections of our workforce. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, demonstrating our commitment to ensuring that the University is inclusive and accessible. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who meet the definition of disability set out in the Equality Act 2010 and who meet the essential criteria within the person specification.

The University has also signed the Armed Forces Covenant, demonstrating our commitment to ensuring that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly and are not disadvantaged. For applicants, this means we aim to ensure fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process, recognise and value the transferable skills and experience gained through military service. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to veterans and military spouses/partners who meet the essential criteria within the job specification.

£32,722 to £38,448 pa pro rata, Grade 6

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Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom Location Report

By SBO+ Staff · Effective 2026-10-30

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Opportunity and Market

Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom has 1 linked active ArtistPro listing. National population supplies scale, but it does not establish city-level demand. [1]

Career Outlook

The national unemployment indicator provides broad context only. Occupation- and city-specific demand was unavailable from a validated jurisdictional dataset, so Career Opportunity and Career Safety scores are omitted. [3]

Compensation

GDP per capita is included solely as national economic context. It is not a salary-equivalency or purchasing-power calculation, and the listing’s currency, taxes, pension and contract terms must be verified. [2]

Housing and Cost of Living

Validated city-level housing and rent data were unavailable in this automated run. Candidates should use official or regulated local housing sources and avoid treating national economic indicators as rent estimates.

Commute

Validated city-level commute and transportation-cost data were unavailable. Confirm the exact worksite, transit availability and commuting rules with the employer before relocating.

Community Snapshot

United Kingdom national population and economic indicators provide country context; they do not support neighborhood-level claims about safety, culture or community fit. [1] [2]

Local Economy

The national unemployment and GDP-per-capita indicators describe the broader economy, not the city or employer. [3] [2]

Relocation Considerations

Work authorization, healthcare eligibility and tax obligations are jurisdiction-specific and can determine whether the role is viable. Use the official linked resources and confirm sponsorship directly with the employer. [4] [5] [6]

What I Wish I'd Known Before Taking the Job

A job offer does not itself prove visa eligibility, sponsorship, healthcare access or net take-home pay. Confirm all four before paying relocation costs. [4] [5] [6]

Methodology

This report uses World Bank national indicators and official jurisdictional resources. City-level figures and scores are omitted where authoritative data were not acquired.

Sources and freshness

  1. World Bank — effective 2025; retrieved 2026-10-30.
  2. World Bank — effective 2025; retrieved 2026-10-30.
  3. World Bank — effective 2025; retrieved 2026-10-30.
  4. United Kingdom government — effective 2026-10-30; retrieved 2026-10-30.
  5. United Kingdom government — effective 2026-10-30; retrieved 2026-10-30.
  6. United Kingdom government — effective 2026-10-30; retrieved 2026-10-30.