Tonbridge, Kent
Performing Arts Technician – Kent Independent School
Role Category & Location
- Sector: Prestigious Independent Secondary School (Boarding and Day, with Sixth Form).
- Location: Kent, England (South East).
- Start Date: Permanent, full-time role commencing January 2026.
The Opportunity & Role Profile
This thriving independent school requires a skilled and enthusiastic Performing Arts Technician to support its Drama and Music curriculum and extensive production schedule. The role involves managing the technical aspects of the school's high-specification performance spaces.
Core Responsibilities & Duties Scope
- Technical Lead: Setting up, operating, and maintaining all theatrical lighting, sound systems, and staging for school productions and events.
- Equipment Specialist: Managing the inventory of musical instruments and all technical equipment, ensuring items are safe, functional, and organized.
- Creative Support: Assisting teaching staff and students in using technical equipment safely and effectively during lessons and rehearsals.
Compensation & Benefits
- Essential Requirements: Proven technical skills in sound/lighting operation and maintenance, and experience in a performance venue or high-end educational setting.
- Salary: Highly competitive salary compensated on the school's independent pay scale (expected to be £28,000 - £35,000 per annum).
- Support: Generous independent school pension scheme and structured professional development.
- Locations
- Tonbridge, Kent
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