Performance & Art Technician London, England
Job description
Reports to: Head of Performing Arts
Salary: Grade 5- (£25,762-£29,419)
Contract: Permanent
Hours of Work: 08:00-17:00 (Term Time only + 2 weeks)
Start date: ASAP
The Role
To provide support to staff and students of the Performing Arts Faculty (Music, Drama and Art & Design). To support in the preparation and delivery of curriculum and extra-curricular events. To assist the Performing Arts Faculty with the practical elements of their courses.
Key responsibilities
Classroom/Practical support
· To provide technical and learning assistance and information in the classroom and across the school community in order to support students and staff.
· To assist with a variety of music and drama performances throughout the year.
· To install the end of year exhibition which includes the handling and display of 2D and 3D work in a variety of materials.
· To support students in the classroom environment to assist in the learning process where appropriate.
· To ensure high standards of Health and Safety are maintained at all times.
Preparation
· To prepare materials as requested by the Performing Arts teachers.
· To repair, maintain and store equipment in order to guarantee safe and effective upkeep.
· To set up practical equipment in advance of lessons when required.
· To ensure classrooms are kept tidy and safe.
· To support students one on one, providing technical assistance with the development of student’s work.
Equipment Maintenance and Stock
· To assist with inventory of equipment and stock control in order to maintain a supply of equipment for teaching use. Order stock as directed by the Head of Performing Arts so that resources are adequate for lessons.
· To receive and check deliveries of supplies to ensure accuracy from suppliers.
· To liaise with equipment providers to ensure good quality provision and value for money.
Other
· Carry out other reasonable tasks as directed by Executive Principal, line manager and ALT
· To carry out first aid duties.
· To undertake fire marshal duties, if and when required.
· To operate the cashless catering tills, if and when required.
· To be willing to undertake appropriate training in line with contractual duties.
· To be flexible in regard to working hours.
· Attend and support out of hours’ academy events e.g. summer fair, black history performance.
· This job description is subject to change with the agreement of the post holder.
Person Specification: Performance & Art Technician
Qualification Criteria
· Right to work in UK.
· Ideally qualified to degree level or proficient to A-Level standard in a performing art.
Experience
· Experience in sound and lighting.
· Understand the technical elements of theatre (scenery, lighting, costume and sound).
· Experience of working in a school or similar context (desirable).
· Health and Safety training or experience.
· Knowledge and experience of specialist equipment such as the band saw and laser cutter.
· Knowledge of CAD design: Illustration and Photoshop.
· Knowledge of ceramics and use of the kiln (desirable).
Personal characteristics
· Genuine passion and a belief in the potential of every pupil.
· Positive commitment to student achievement and staff development.
· Ability to relate to young people and adults in the learning environment.
· Helpful, positive, calm and caring nature.
· Enthusiastic, committed and uses initiative.
· Able to establish good working relationships.
· Able to follow instructions accurately but make good judgments and lead when required.
· Able to maintain a high level of attention to detail.
Specific knowledge and skills
· Good communication skills, including written and oral.
· Good organisation skills.
· Good ICT skills.
· Able to work and plan under pressure.
· Able to understand and implement particular strategies and methods to help pupils to improve their learning and enjoyment of learning.
· Aware of safety issues as appropriate to the post.
· Health and Safety risk assessment in specific working environment.
· Able to help implement the necessary routines and patterns to establish good behaviour management within the school.
· Understands the importance of confidentiality and discretion.
Other
· Commitment to equality of opportunity and the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils.
· Willingness to undertake training.
· This post is subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau disclosure.
· Undertake other various responsibilities as directed by the Principal and line manager.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,762.00-£29,419.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application deadline: 31/01/2023
