We are seeking to appoint a Performing Arts Technician to join our inspirational Performing Arts team.
The successful candidate will
1. be a well-motivated practitioner, keen to show their enthusiasm for Performing Arts Events
2. be organised, knowledgeable and experienced in set construction, sound systems, filming and performance lighting
3. assist as required with all supporting aspects of Production Arts classes and exam performances
4. support productions by working with production arts students, the director and designer to manage the technical aspects of examination pieces and annual extra-curricular events
5. support the day-to-day running of the Performing Arts department spaces
6. contribute to the development of the department as part of a dedicated team
7. have a professional attitude that is open to innovative ways of working
8. be committed to working in partnership with the Performing Arts team and a range of other staff
9. be flexible and adaptable when faced with challenges
In return you will
1. experience a caring, positive ethos that prioritises staff wellbeing and recognition
2. be empowered to work with ambitious, dedicated, capable staff who are deeply committed to develop the whole child
3. experience working with children who enjoy being at school, behave exceptionally and have excellent attitudes to learning
4. work in a professional, stimulating, and collaborative working environment
The Downs School, a Foundation, 11-18 comprehensive school, is a successful, oversubscribed, and popular school serving the Downs area of West Berkshire. The roll is over 1400 with a well-established sixth form. Results at all levels are consistently outstanding and the best in West Berkshire, and Ofsted described our students as having ‘excellent personal and social skills’ who ‘achieve well academically.’
More information about the post and the school can be found on our website www.thedownsschool.org or by contacting the HR department on 01635 270000.
Please submit your application form to recruitment@thedownsschool.org by Friday 31, January 2025.
We reserve the right to stop applications if a suitable candidate is found before the closing date.
The Downs School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check through the DBS, social media checks and required to provide evidence that they have a right to work in the UK.
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