JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Theatre Technician Department: Theatre Hours of Work: Normal hours of work will be 08:00 – 16:00. Some events take place outside normal working hours, so the post-holder must be flexible and share duties with the other team members to cover the events schedule. (Time in lieu will be granted in these instances.) Responsible To: Theatre Manager Responsible For: N/A Summary of Role: To provide technical assistance for the day to day running of the Theatre, AV requirements in the school and aiding the drama department with all aspects of the productions. Specific Responsibilities: Auditorium • Provide technical assistance/advice for users of the Auditorium. • Ensure stage is set as required for meetings/assemblies/lessons each day. • Be present at internal and external events to ensure safe and smooth running and provide the highest level of support. • Ensure users adhere to the Health and Safety guidelines for the use of the Auditorium. • Demonstrate awareness of electrical safety • Prepare and operate sound/lighting for school assemblies/charity events/productions/concerts etc. • Liaise with external visitors, hirers and organisers about any technical requirements. Be present throughout to operate and oversee the facilities and be prepared to set up and operate sound/lights. Liaise with School Chaplain /Priest and set up requirements for liturgical events. • Drama department • Provide technical support for productions and performance assessments. • Maintain lighting and AV equipment in drama studio. • Be familiar with the in-house costumes and props • Prepare and operate lighting and/or sound for productions. • Prepare stage/props/set/sound FX as required for productions. • Supervision of student lighting and sound operators in productions. Music department • Deliver technical support for concerts and events in the Millennium Centre. • Record concerts, live music events and examination performances as required. • Provide support for use of equipment in the Music Dept. • Set-up PA systems for listening exams. Audio Visual • Provide technical assistance and advice for users of AV equipment throughout the school. • Have a good knowledge of operation of a range of AV equipment • Set up and remove equipment from meeting rooms and events– e.g. Sports Day, Prize Day, Open Days. • Assist with streaming and recording events – e.g. Westminster Carol Service, Speech Day, Lectures. Last updated: November 2025 PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Desirable • Recent experience of Theatre technical practice would be advantageous (especially use of Yamaha LS9 sound mixer, ETC Ion and Jester ML48 lighting desks) • Knowledge of electrical safety and have a PAT certificate. • Specialising in sound Operational Excellence • Have a committed interest in technical matters (Lighting, Sound, Recording, AV) • Good IT skills • Fluent and accurate written and spoken English. Personal Behaviours • A good problem solver. • Good communication and interpersonal skills. • Be practical, resourceful and flexible, and be able to take the initiative. • Capable of working without supervision with energy and enthusiasm. • Smart / tidy / punctual Ethos and Whole School Values • Committed to operating as part of the School community. • Committed to the Sacred Heart Goals. • Committed to Woldingham as a school with high academic standing providing a holistic education and outstanding pastoral care. Safeguarding and Pastoral • Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. • A satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS or be prepared to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Terms and Benefits • Start Date: ASAP • Working hours. This is a full-time position. Normal hours of work will be 08:00 – 16:00. Some events take place outside normal working hours, so the post-holder must be flexible and share duties with the other team members to cover the events schedule. (Time in lieu will be granted in these instances.) • Salary. £27,554 to £30,133 depending on experience. • Holiday. The holiday entitlement is 5 weeks per year plus public holidays. • Pension. The Theatre Technician will be auto enrolled into the School’s pension scheme. Lunch. A free meal is available in the dining room each working day when the kitchens are open, when on duty. • • Parking. There is free parking on site. • Gym and Pool. There are staff sessions for use of these facilities. • Fees. School fees remission for dependants of the job holder attending the school. If not already at the school, any child would have to meet all of the normal entrance requirements.