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St. Bede’s CollegeCandidate Information PackStage Manager & Performing Arts TechnicianApplication Deadline: 6 February 2026thSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackWe are a community of believers who aspire to provide the students inour care with an education of excellence rooted in and sustained by ourshared commitment to the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, knowingthat we are created by Him and inspired by truth, committed toourselves and to each other, grateful to our families and in awe of theworld around us.Through the values, with which Cardinal Vaughan opened the doors ofthe school 150 years ago, we recognise that every member is equal in theeyes of God and worthy of respect. Like him, we continue to pursueacademic excellence, civilised standards of behaviour and an awarenessof traditional family values underpinned by the Gospel message and theteachings of the Catholic Church.MISSION STATEMENTSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackWelcomefrom the HeadteacherSt Bede’s is a unique place, where youngpeople are nurtured and supported in order toflourish and reach their full potential. TheCollege is extremely proud of its Catholicheritage. It has been educating young peoplewith respect, dignity and compassion for over140 years and it is through our dedicated staffthat this is possible.Thank you for taking the time to consider StBede's. Throughout our history, the Collegehas encouraged its pupils to be confident andsuccessful whilst modest young people, able tomake the right decisions when the momentsarise. Our core values remain unchanged – thetimeless Catholic qualities of humanity,compassion and empathy for others, and welook forward to welcoming colleagues whoshare them.Mrs Maria KempHeadteacherSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackWelcomefrom Head of PrepMrs Claire HuntI am delighted you are considering working at StBede's College, of which the Prep school is anintegral part. From the Early Years FoundationStage through to the end of a child’s primaryjourney in Prep 6, our curriculum is bright, pacy,engaging and varied. Highly qualified andspecialist teachers, together with small class sizesprovide the best possible education for each andevery child in the Prep.Our approach to education stems from our deepCatholic roots and is a combination of highacademic standards and a commitment to themoral and spiritual development of each child.Happy children are those who feel valued, whosestrengths and individual achievements arecelebrated. The Prep is an ideal place for childrento develop a life-long love of learning wherecuriosity thrives in our vibrant and forwardthinking environment in which to grow and learn.St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackWhile I definitely benefited academically, the most valuablething I got from my time at St Bede’s is the friends andfamily that I have still - twenty years after leaving. Thebiggest endorsement I can give is that I send my ownchildren there, hoping they will have the same positiveexperience. John BoylanOld Bedian (1994-2001)St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackWelcome to St. Bede’s CollegeA Catholic HMC Independent College for boysand girls aged 3-18On 7 January 1876, CardinalVaughan opened the doors of StBede's College in Manchester. Thethirst for knowledge and search fortruth that characterised the life of StBede was the founding idea of acollege designed to foster in its pupilsa love of learning. Almost a centuryand a half later, the school remainsfaithful to that founding idea: its aimis for students to reach their fullpotential and become true leaderscapable of building a better world. Christ remains at the centre andheart of the school, and pupils areseen as the children of God they are,regardless of their background ortheir own faith journey.St. Bede's College strives to work inpartnership with parents in order tobecome a centre where they can findall the support, service and advicethey need. The College has a rich life,full of opportunities accessedthrough the house system, co-curricular activities and the students'own initiatives, all of whichcontribute to the positive growthmindset transmitted by its founder.While excellent teaching and smallclass sizes contribute to its students’academic success, St Bede’s is equallycommitted to holistic education,allowing children to shape theirfuture in accordance with theiruniqueness. St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackStage Manager & Performing Arts TechnicianSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackPerforming Arts TechnicianDepartment OverviewDEPARTMENTPerforming ArtsDIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TODirector of DramaCOMMENCINGApril 2026The Performing Arts department at St Bede's College covers the threesubject areas of Drama, Dance and Music. The Department currently consists of four teachers, two of whom teachDrama, one teacher of Dance, and one of Music.  We are a friendly and collaborative team that works cohesively andsupports one another to bring dance, music and performance to Bede’s. Join our dynamic Performing Arts Department, a vibrant hub ofcreativity and innovation, where storytelling comes to life through bothcontemporary and classic performances. Each year, our departmentdazzles audiences with a spectacular musical production that showcasesthe incredible talents of our students and staff. Additionally, we bring thetimeless works of Shakespeare to the great outdoors with our much-anticipated "Shakespeare on the Lawn" event, offering a unique andengaging theatrical experience.St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackStage Manager and Performing Arts TechnicianPurpose of the PostThe successful candidate will manage all aspects of school theatre operations including lighting, sound, rigging, setbuilding, scheduling and health & safety. You will also play a vital role in supporting performances, school productions,student clubs and community events. St Bede’s College takes great pride in its productions and gives students the bestopportunities to perform on and off the stage. Production types range from plays and musicals to concerts and Houseevents which happen at a level unrivalled by many other independent schools. We are seeking to recruit anexperienced Theatre Technician,  providing the technical support for Performing Arts and the wider school events.The successful candidate will be responsible to the Director of Performing Arts and will work alongside Music, Dramaand Dance staff, working as Stage Manager when required.St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackWe came to visit the school on an Open Day and yourstudents took us around on a tour of the school. As theywere talking to us and showing us around the differentdepartments, we really got to know them and we thoughtwe would like our child to be like them.St. Bede’s ParentsSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackSafeguarding DutiesEvery pupil should feel safe and protected from any form of abuse.  St Bede's College is committed to safeguardingand promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share thiscommitment.  Adults in our school take all welfare concerns seriously and encourage children and young people totalk to us about anything that worries them. We will always act in the best interest of the child.All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding and undertake regular training and updates, beyond statutoryrequirements. All members of the pastoral team undertake full DSL training and are led by an Assistant Head incharge of Safeguarding. Shortlisted candidates will need to disclose relevant criminal history. This post is exempt from the ROA 1974 and,therefore, the successful candidate will have to have an enhanced DBS and barred list check. References will be sought from all shortlisted candidates.All child protection policies can be found here. St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackStage Manager and Performing Arts TechnicianMain duties and responsibilitiesProvide support for school productions by delivering elements of set, stage lighting, live sound reinforcement,special effects and video projections. Manage theatrical equipment for productions; supervising storage and maintenance between events andorganising repairs / replacements as required. Provide support for school activities around campus. Have the ability to work with groups of students on their drama / music exam projects, advising and providingtechnical support when needed. Train and supervise students in operating equipment / carrying out their roleson productions. An understanding of scenic construction and the initiative to support productions with that knowledge. To have responsibility towards Health and Safety relative to their own working practices, stage construction andtechnical activates. Ensuring performance areas are tidy and safe to use. Take responsibility for applying a compliant data protection approach across all activities which involve personaldata or data processing, in line with the School’s Data Protection, Information Security and IT Acceptable Usepolicies To undertake any other duties as specified by the Director of Performing Arts. St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackStage Manager and Performing Arts TechnicianAdditional duties and responsibilitiesTo make a positive contribution to the Catholic ethos of the CollegeSharing in and promoting our high expectations of student progress and independenceTo have due regard for safeguarding and the well-being of all students and staff, following the CollegeSafeguarding PolicyDealing with any immediate problems or emergencies according to the College’s policies and proceduresDemonstration of an active commitment to continuing professional developmentSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackStage Manager and Performing Arts TechnicianPersonal ProfileEssential skills and qualificationsBackground in the theatrical world, good communication and organisational skills. Knowledge, skills and experience in sound operation and lighting design using ETC and Allen and Heath products.A good understanding of most areas of technical theatre and stage management Appropriate knowledge of calibrating and tuning PA systems to different venues.Good knowledge of microphone selection and placement appropriate to recording or reinforcement situations. Experience working in live sound environments with music and theatre including design, rigging, programming andoperation of PA systems. The ability to work independently and take initiative Good communication and organisational skills A-Level or equivalent education with A*-C grades. Must be physically capable of performing the required duties of the post and be comfortable working at height. Be punctual and good at managing own workload, varying hours as needed. Keep up to date with technological developments in the live industry sectors, attending seminars and conferences.Networking with other schools and theatre professionals. Desirable skills and qualifications Knowledge, skills and experience of AV networking and data distribution. Electronic principles to assist with maintenance University or equivalent educationIpaf 1b certification. First Aid training.  Experience of working in an education environment. Experience of set design and construction Evidence of the above via portfolio St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackOur vision is to see our pupils grow as true leaders in the21st century; we believe that character development willhelp them to achieve their potential, lead responsibly andbuild a better world. Mrs Maria KempHeadteacherThe Director of Performing Arts, Mr Jonathan Dickson, would be happy to talk to anyinterested applicant and answer any queries. He can be contacted by email in the firstinstance at jdickson@sbcm.co.uk. We welcome applications from those who wish to apply for the position to do so throughthe TES advertisement. Any queries or concerns with this can be directed to theHeadteacher’s PA Mrs McGoff at bmcgoff@sbcm.co.uk. The application form must be completed in full, including:Full education and/or employment history from the age of 16, with any gaps explained. Contact details from two referees, one of whom must be from the candidate’s mostrecent employer, and one of whom must be from the most recent time the candidateworked with children (if applicable). Please indicate on the form where a referee may or may not be contacted prior to aninterview, and be prepared to offer an alternative contact if required. St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackHow to applyThe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staffand volunteers to share this commitment.  CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:9am 6 February 2026thINTERVIEWS WILLTAKE PLACE ON:Week beginning 9February 2026thSALARY: £29,230.14St. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackMap of the SchoolSt. Bede’s College Candidate Information PackSenior Leadership TeamPostal Address:St. Bede’s College, Alexandra Park, Manchester M16 8HXWebsitewww.sbcm.co.ukPhoneCollege t. 0161 226 3323Prep t. 0161 226 7156