Audio Visual Technician (Apprentice)

Job Title: Audio Visual Technician (Apprentice) 

Job Purpose: To assist with the delivery of technical support within the Drama and Dance Department, and for presentations and events across the school.  

Reporting Line: AV Technician 

Start Date: March 2023 

Tenure: 15 – 18-month apprenticeship programme 

Full-Time, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week 

A flexible schedule and some evening and weekend work will be required 

Salary: Apprenticeship pay scale (£9,380 - £21,236 per annum) 

Application Deadline: 8:00am, Monday 20 February 2023

Interviews to be commencing from: Tuesday 21 February 2023

Key Responsibilities: 

• To support the AV Technician in maintaining the audio-visual equipment used for presentations across the School 
• To support the AV Technician in maintaining the Drama Department’s technical equipment  
• To technically support of practical exams, events and presentations held across the School 
• To design sound and lighting solutions for presentations, events and exams 
• To program lighting and sound equipment for presentations and events 
• To support with routine maintenance of all Audio-visual and Performing Arts equipment, including regular Portable Appliance Testing 
• To monitor and maintain stock items (lamps, gels, gobos, tape, screws, timber, etc.) and all stores and general day-to-day equipment as needed  
• To ensure all Health & Safety requirements are met with regards to the performance spaces, which are in daily use 
• To ensure that the theatre is a secure environment for pupils, staff and equipment, and that the theatre venue itself is adequately protected  
• To support other School events, including (but not limited to) the annual Fashion Show and Prep School Productions, as agreed with the Director of Drama and Dance and the Head of IT 
• To assist with painting and building sets, source and build props and support in organising spaces for events and productions 
• To maintain awareness of developments within technical theatre and undertake training as deemed necessary  
• To assist the IT and Drama and Dance Departments when available 
• To be available for some evening and weekend work when required 
• To attend meetings and rehearsals for upcoming productions 
• To carry out any other duties within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed  

 Person Specification 

Experience and knowledge - advantageous but not essential 

• Theatre industry experience in relevant aspects of live performance and events 
• Working knowledge of IT including: projector set-up, PowerPoint presentations, computer system set-up, and specific theatre industry design programmes 
• Design, building and crewing experience in all aspects of Performing Arts 
• Knowledge of lighting systems, lighting control apparatus, lighting equipment and its maintenance, refurbishment and use.  
• Experience of rigging lanterns, scrollers and fixtures 
• Knowledge of audio and audio-visual equipment and its use relating to live, recorded and playback techniques, maintenance and refurbishment 
• Some level of knowledge of set building, painting and design techniques and their application 
• Knowledge of theatre scenery, safe rigging and staging equipment 
• Knowledge of electrical principals and electrical safety 
• Conversant in theatrical operation and conventions 
• A working knowledge of current Health and Safety Law and how it applies to a theatrical environment  

Skills  

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 
• Excellent organisational, administrative and ICT skills 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, effective time management and self-motivation 
• The ability to work in a team in a successful and dynamic School as well as take personal responsibility over key areas  
• As the position will involve manual handling, working at height, and the use of electrical equipment, candidates should be physically capable of fulfilling daily rigging and layout changes across multiple spaces 

Personal Qualities 

• Willing to take ownership of tasks and to see them through to completion 
• High levels of personal and professional integrity and the ability to exercise discretion  
• Personal warmth to gain the confidence of pupils, staff and parents 
• High standards of personal presence and presentation and attention to detail 
• Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends when required 
• Ability to think creatively and imaginatively 
• Committed to Surbiton High School’s ethos 
• Committed to professional development and show a willingness to undertake appropriate training for this role 

To Apply:

Please apply online by clicking on the following:

https://www.networxrecruitment.com/Jobs/Advert/2959379?cid=1567

Surbiton High School is culturally diverse and are fully committed to celebrating, respecting and learning about inclusion and diversity throughout the community.

Surbiton High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, Disclosure and Barring Service and Online/Social media Searches

Please note that the School reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

For any queries relating to the role or your application, please email 

recruitment@surbitonhigh.com