Performing Arts Technician – Good Secondary School – Cambridge
Performing Arts Technician – Good Secondary School – Cambridge
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale
School Information
This Good-rated 11–18 school in Cambridge is known for its thriving performing arts provision, with a busy programme of drama productions, dance showcases, musical concerts, and whole-school events. The school has excellent facilities including a theatre space, lighting rigs, sound equipment, rehearsal studios, costume rooms, and a music technology suite.
The creative arts faculty is supportive, passionate, and highly collaborative. Staff appreciate excellent leadership, professional development opportunities, and a positive, student-centred culture.
Role Information
The school is seeking a creative, technically skilled, and reliable Performing Arts Technician to support drama, music, and dance departments.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing technical support for theatre productions, concerts, assemblies, and events
Operating and maintaining lighting and sound equipment
Supporting rehearsals, technical runs, set changes, and stage management
Managing equipment inventories, repairs, and PAT testing schedules
Supporting classroom lessons with AV, lighting, sound, and equipment setup
Collaborating with teaching staff to deliver creative projects and performances
Designing lighting plots, sound cues, and production effects when required
Assisting with props, costumes, set design, and backstage organisation
Ensuring health & safety compliance in all performance spaces
Supporting whole-school events that require staging or technical expertise
This role suits someone organised, practical, creative, and passionate about the performing arts.
Requirements
Experience in theatre tech, sound engineering, lighting design, or stage management
Strong understanding of technical equipment and safe operation
Ability to work evenings for performances when required
Excellent organisation, problem-solving, and time-management skills
Strong communication and teamwork
Ability to remain calm during live events
Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing
Application
To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.
- Locations
- Cambridge
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