What skills and experience we're looking for
To effectively use AV technology to promote the Federation and celebrate success.To assist teachers, (in particular those within performing arts, music and drama), with the organisation, administration and technical aspects of their work.
AV RESPONSIBILITIES
• Be a first point of call for AV-related support requests.
• Set up, maintain and operate sound, lighting, AV equipment and screens, both on and off site, adhering to procedures and standard codes of practice at all times.
• Provide audio visual support across a range of events, some of which will involve out-of-hours working.
• Support staff in the recording and editing of high-quality videos for the promotion and celebration of the Federation.
• Provide specific support to the Federation’s music and performing arts teams.
• Supervise the Tech Team, a team of volunteer students interested in stage production.
• Keep abreast of new developments within AV systems.
• To advise Federation users on the safe usage of equipment and provide training in the use of new equipment where appropriate.
TEAM-BASED RESPONSIBILITIES
• To support the use of IT across the Federation and external clients, ensuring it meets the needs of our clients and any contractual or statutory requirements.
• To support the NewTechnologies team in their implementation of the Federation Transformation Plan.
• To provide email, telephone and face-to-face support as required to support clients in their effective use of IT.
• To safely repair or liaise with contractors to ensure that the downtime of any IT equipment being supported is minimised.
• To proactively work to improve our IT services working so that clients are able to use it seamlessly in their work.
FEDERATION
• To familiarise yourself and comply with the Federation rules, policies and procedures in force including those contained in the Staff Handbook.
• Support the vision and ethos of the Federation.
• Uphold routines for learning and uniform.
• Contribute to monitoring and evaluating the success of the Federation.
• To proactively respond to issues identified in the Transformation Plan to bring about sustained improvement.
• Contribute to the range of extracurricular opportunities on offer to students.
Any other reasonable duties as requested by the Executive Principal.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Us?
• Independent proactive role within a supportive team environment.
• Excellent professional development opportunities.
• Access to outstanding AV and IT equipment.
Benefits Include
• Cycleshare scheme salary sacrifice for bike purchases.
• Highly rated average final salary Government Pension Scheme.
• Priority admission for children of staff to the College and Primary.
• A subsidised restaurant, refectory and orangery.
• Complimentary lunch on staff training days.
• Free and confidential employee assistance programme.
• Free parking.
• A commitment to continued professional development.
• 31 days annual holiday plus bank holidays (FTE)
Key Responsibilities
• Set up and operate audio-visual equipment including projectors, microphones, sound systems, and interactive whiteboards for classrooms, meetings, and events.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on AV equipment, ensuring minimal disruption to lessons or events.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to ensure AV equipment enhances learning outcomes.
• Provide basic training for staff on the use of AV systems and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Provide first line help desk support.
• Assist with the installation of new AV technologies, working alongside the New Technologies and Site teams to ensure smooth integration.
• Support the smooth running of school events such as assemblies, presentations and theatre shows.
Further details about the role
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates looking for a variety of flexible working arrangements.
If you require further information before submitting an application, please telephone Sheryl Wilson on 01572 770066 or email office@catmosecollege.com
The Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students in our care and expects all staff to share this commitment. We provide safeguarding training to all staff on an annual basis, and all staff are responsible for ensuring safeguarding, health and safety policies are implemented in line with Federation policy and current legislation. Please familiarise yourself with our Safeguarding Policy, available online at
This position advertised is a ‘regulated position’ which means it will involve regular contact with children and young people; under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 it is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. This position is also ‘exempt’ from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students in our care and expects all staff to share this commitment. We provide safeguarding training to all staff on an annual basis, and all staff are responsible for ensuring safeguarding, health and safety policies are implemented in line with Federation policy and current legislation.