At a Glance
- Tasks: Support music and performing arts by managing equipment and assisting practical sessions.
- Company: Join a creative college environment with passionate staff and talented students.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, training opportunities, and a local government pension scheme.
- Other info: Dynamic role with varied responsibilities in a supportive team-focused environment.
- Why this job: Be at the heart of creativity and make a real impact in the arts.
- Qualifications: Passion for music and performing arts, strong organisational skills, and a proactive approach.
The predicted salary is between 25100 - 26384 £ per year.
This is more than just a technical role; it is an opportunity to be at the heart of creativity, supporting staff and students across a wide range of music and performing arts environments—from rock band rehearsals to specialist studio spaces—ensuring everything runs smoothly, safely, and professionally.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and manage a wide range of equipment, instruments, and materials
- Support practical sessions, from band setups to studio‑based work
- Assist in preparing engaging teaching materials and technical setups
- Keep accurate inventories and ensure equipment is organised and accessible
- Carry out minor repairs and keep everything performance‑ready
- Provide day‑to‑day technical support to students and staff
- Ensure all spaces are clean, safe, and ready for action
- Promote and maintain excellent health & safety practices
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance across practical areas
- Monitor stock levels and help manage ordering and purchasing
- Work collaboratively across departments to support wider technician teams
- Maintain confidentiality around assessments and examinations
Qualifications
- Passion for music, performing arts, and technical delivery
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Enjoys working behind the scenes to make things happen
- Can confidently support students in practical, hands‑on environments
- Proactive approach to problem‑solving and maintenance
- Understands or willing to learn health & safety requirements in creative spaces
- Thrives in a collaborative, team‑focused environment
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave (pro‑rata), with option to purchase additional holiday days
- 1 additional day’s holiday for birthday (not required to be used on birthday)
- 1 additional day’s holiday for every 5 years served
- Christmas closure of up to 2 weeks in addition to annual leave entitlement
- Access to a wealth of training, apprenticeships and funded higher education opportunities, as well as dedicated training days
- Local Government Pension Scheme employer pension contributions of 18 %
- Subsidised fitness suite facility, onsite hair and beauty salon, access to a wide range of catering facilities, outdoor gym and free eyesight tests
- Major supermarket and high‑street employee discount schemes
- Life assurance (if member of pension scheme)
- On‑site nursery (Mama Bears)
- Employee assistance programmes
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Discounted travel schemes
- Be part of a creative, supportive, and forward‑thinking environment, with passionate staff and talented students, offering varied daily responsibilities
- Play a key role in shaping engaging, real‑world learning experiences
- Enjoy a role where every day is different
In order to be considered for this role you must possess an Enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as a condition of employment at the College. The College is committed to Safeguarding/Prevent and promotes the welfare of students, including children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The College is committed to applying its Single Equality Scheme at all recruitment and selection stages. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion/belief, age, pregnancy or maternity leave, or union membership. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate the particular needs of any candidate who has notified us of a disability. This may include changing the timing or location of any interview to enable the candidate to attend, providing information in different formats or larger type, etc. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore candidates are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).
Music and Performing Arts Technician in Paignton employer: South Devon College
Join a vibrant and creative community in Paignton, Devon, where as a Music and Performing Arts Technician, you will play a pivotal role in supporting both staff and students in a dynamic environment. With a strong emphasis on employee growth through training opportunities, generous annual leave, and a collaborative work culture, this position offers a unique chance to contribute to engaging learning experiences while enjoying excellent benefits such as a local government pension scheme and access to various onsite facilities. Be part of a forward-thinking team that values creativity and innovation, making every day an exciting opportunity to make a difference.
