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Bablake and King Henry VIII School
Performing Arts Technician – Bablake School
Maternity Cover – 1 Year fixed term
Required October 2026
Salary: Grade 5 (£23,316 - £27,538)
Role Details
This role is advertised on an annualised hours basis. The role is all year round, and equivalent to 35 hours per week. Hours will be notified on a half termly basis, however to help with planning, significant events such as productions are scheduled as early as possible.
This is usually done at the start of the year and schedules are provided although the number of hours per week may vary depending on show commitment etc., the number of hours per year is set. Flexibility is essential as you will be required to work evenings and weekends to support with performances and commercial bookings, as well as to work across all Foundation sites.
About Bablake School
Bablake is a vibrant school supported by a diverse and enthusiastic community of staff, pupils, parents and alumni.
We are looking to recruit a talented, creative and energetic technician for this successful department. Performing Arts is a huge part of the school life at Bablake, with a flourishing and ambitious department that encompasses both Music and Drama across the junior and senior schools. There are two major senior school shows each year, in addition to junior school shows and musical performances every half term.
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This is an exciting opportunity for a technician who enjoys working with young people, as part of the role will be pupil-facing, running a technician club, which will develop the set designing, lighting and sound technicians of the future!
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Company pension contributions
- Free school lunch
- Free access to gym and swimming facilities
- EAP scheme including counselling, out of hours GP and discounts on shopping
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Bablake School is strongly committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to create a welcoming, respectful and safe environment for all members of our community, from every ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability/disability, religion and background. We know that more diverse teams are stronger teams, and that the more inclusive we are, the more our staff and pupils will feel a sense of belonging and will thrive. To enable us to make any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application whether you have any special requirements to enable you to participate fully in the recruitment process.
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Safeguarding
Bablake School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to this post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and overseas police check if necessary. Candidates from overseas must provide information about their past conduct, for example, by providing documents issued by overseas teaching authorities.
How to Apply
To apply please complete all sections of the online application form via our recruitment portal, including the supporting statement and providing 2 references, no later than 9th August 2026. For further information, please contact recruitment@csfoundation.org.uk
Applications will be considered as they are received up until the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.
Anticipated interview w/c 17th August 2026
Expected start date, 1st October 2026
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