Theatre Technician

Fixed term initially for three months from January 2025

• 40 hours per week with flexibility to work occasional weekends and evenings
The role. Harrow School's Drama and Theatre department stages an ambitious and diverse range of productions and events across the year. Based in the Ryan Theatre, the theatre production team comprises a core group of technical, creative and administrative staff, working flexibly and supportively to deliver the programme, and liaising with colleagues and students across the organisation as well as externally. Harrow has a national reputation for its drama programme, and many former pupils have pursued careers in the theatre and performance industries. The skills. We are now seeking a Theatre Technician to join this team - initially for a fixed term period of three months from January 2025. The postholder will work broadly to support different elements of the production process, with appropriate training provided as required. The role will therefore provide the opportunity for the postholder to develop their experience and skillset within a busy, creative and supportive environment. Enthusiasm for working with young people is essential, as is working in a collaborative environment with a rapid turnover of work. More information about the scope and achievements of the Drama and Theatre Department can be found at: harrowschool.org.uk/learning-2/arts-and-culture/drama If you would like to arrange an informal conversation about the role, you are welcome to contact Adam Cross, Director of Drama (APC@harowschool.org.uk) The benefits. Benefits include free lunches, free parking, automatic enrolment in the School's pension scheme and use of the School's sports facilities such as the swimming pool and gym. Subsidised membership of the tennis, golf, angling and social clubs is also available. The site. Harrow School is situated in Harrow on the Hill in north-west London and is one of the best-known schools in the world. Around 835 boys aged 13 to 18 study at Harrow and live in the School's 12 boarding Houses. Employees particularly value the School's beautiful, historic green estate, the positive working environment, and good relationships with their colleagues. Closing date: Midnight, Monday 18 November 2024 Applications will be processed as they are received and interviews may take place before the closing date, so early application is recommended. Equality, diversity and inclusion are values that are important to us at Harrow. We believe in diversity of thought and actively welcome everyone regardless of their background to bring their valuable and relevant skills to our community. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with any past employer and the Disclosure and Barring Service, and it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. No member of staff will be able to start until these checks are complete and this process takes, on average, a month. Please plan accordingly.

The role. Harrow School's Drama and Theatre department stages an ambitious and diverse range of productions and events across the year. Based in the Ryan Theatre, the theatre production team comprises a core group of technical, creative and administrative staff, working flexibly and supportively to deliver the programme, and liaising with colleagues and students across the organisation as well as externally. Harrow has a national reputation for its drama programme, and many former pupils have pursued careers in the theatre and performance industries.

Fixed term initially for three months from January 2025
• 40 hours per week with flexibility to work occasional weekends and evenings