We currently have a new opportunity for a dynamic and flexible Media & Performing Arts Technician to join our team.
Job overview
To support the Performing Arts Department by providing technical service including sound production and engineering, rigging, focusing and programming of lighting systems and use of audio-visual equipment. To also support the creation and administration of the school’s media output including social media, photography and videography.
The right candidate will have:
- Minimum GCSE or equivalent in English and mathematics
- Qualifications in performing arts or media is desirable
- Experience of technical work within a theatre, entertainment or school environment
- Ability to perform tasks requiring working at height (e.g., rigging) and heavy lifting.
- Strong knowledge and proficiency in IT, media technology, digital film recording/editing equipment, including Apple Mac/PC computers, GarageBand, photography equipment, projector setup, presentations, and specific theatre industry design programmes
- Ability to organise and manage media content (photos/videos) for display
Why join us?
As Media & Performing Arts Technician within Sidney Stringer Academy, you’ll be able to make a key difference to a pupil’s educational experience as a crucial part of the wider team, and will have the opportunity to develop your skill set with key training and development opportunities available.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 1st October 2026
Sidney Stringer Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.