Our client is seeking a creative, technically capable and organised Performing Arts Technician to join the Performing Arts Department of a well-established secondary school in Crawley, West Sussex. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with technical theatre experience who enjoys working behind the scenes to support performances, rehearsals and practical lessons.

• Performing Arts Technician opportunity within a secondary school

• Supportive creative department with an active performance programme

• Hands-on role involving sound, lighting and audiovisual equipment

• Opportunity to contribute to productions, assemblies and school events

• Previous school-based performing arts experience is highly desirable

The successful candidate will work closely with drama, music and performing arts teachers to ensure that technical resources are prepared, maintained and operated safely. You will support practical lessons as well as school productions, helping create an organised and professional environment for pupils to develop their creative and performance skills.

This position would suit someone with a strong interest in technical theatre, excellent attention to detail and the flexibility to support different activities throughout the academic year.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and setting up sound, lighting and audiovisual equipment for lessons, rehearsals and performances.

• Supporting the technical operation of school productions, assemblies and other events.

• Setting up performance spaces, stages and rehearsal rooms according to departmental requirements.

• Maintaining, checking and safely storing technical equipment.

• Assisting with stage layouts, props, scenery and other production materials.

• Carrying out routine equipment checks and reporting faults or maintenance requirements.

• Supporting teachers with the technical preparation of practical lessons and demonstrations.

• Ensuring cables, electrical equipment and stage areas are arranged safely.

• Maintaining organised storage spaces and keeping an accurate record of equipment where required.

• Supporting rehearsals and performances in line with agreed schedules.

• Assisting with the preparation and dismantling of performance areas after events.

• Following health and safety procedures, risk assessments and school safeguarding requirements.

About the School

Our client is a well-established secondary school in Crawley that values creativity, practical learning and opportunities for pupils to participate in the performing arts.

The Performing Arts Department supports a range of creative activities and school events, making the technician's contribution important to the successful delivery of lessons, rehearsals and performances.

Experience and Skills

• Previous experience in technical theatre, performing arts, live events or audiovisual support.

• Previous school or educational setting experience is strongly preferred.

• Practical understanding of sound systems, stage lighting and audiovisual equipment.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prepare technical resources accurately.

• Good troubleshooting skills and a proactive approach to equipment maintenance.

• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.

• Flexible approach to supporting rehearsals, performances and school events.

• Awareness of electrical safety, equipment handling and general performance-space safety.

• Relevant technical theatre or performing arts qualifications would be advantageous.

• Understanding of safeguarding and professional conduct when working around pupils.

• Right to work in the UK.

Application

To be considered for this Performing Arts Technician position in Crawley, please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.