At a Glance
- Tasks: Bring performances to life as a Theatre Technician in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Join South Hampstead High School, a leading independent school in London.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, professional development, and generous pension schemes.
- Other info: Part-time role with flexible hours and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Inspire the next generation while working with cutting-edge theatre technology.
- Qualifications: Practical knowledge of lighting and sound control; experience with technical equipment is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 27585 - 33715 £ per year.
This is an exciting opportunity to bring performances to life at one of London's leading independent schools.
South Hampstead High School is looking for an energetic and motivated Theatre Technician to help deliver an ambitious programme of plays, musical, concerts and live events.
Working in our state‑of‑the‑art facilities, you will help create memorable experiences for performers and audiences alike.
You will develop your technical expertise in a creative, fast‑moving environment, working alongside our Technical Manager and Performing Arts departments.
You will be involved in every stage of production—from rigging, plotting and programming lighting to setting up sound, AV, recording and livestreaming.
You will also edit audio and video, help construct sets and props, and support pupils as they discover the possibilities of backstage theatre.
You will have practical knowledge of lighting and sound control in a theatre or live‑performance setting, along with the confidence to set up and operate technical equipment safely.
Knowledge of ETC Eos lighting systems, Di Gi Co sound consoles and QLab would be particularly valuable, as would experience of audio, video or image‑editing software.
You will also be able to balance competing deadlines, work safely at height and undertake the manual handling involved in moving theatre equipment.
If you are excited by the craft of technical theatre and would relish the opportunity to inspire the next generation of performers, designers and technicians, we would love to hear from you.
About the School
Working at South Hampstead is stimulating, challenging and fun.
Located in leafy Hampstead, with the buzz of central London's cultural life close at hand, the school is very well served by public transport and there are excellent local amenities nearby.
South Hampstead High School is part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools.
This is a part‑time role, working 28 hours per week over 4 or 5 days, during term‑time only plus 8 non‑term days.
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 1 September 2026 at 9am.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the position or if an offer is made and accepted.
The school may also conduct online searches (including publicly available social media searches) as part of our recruitment processes.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Generous pension schemes
- Free life assurance benefit
- Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
- A Cycle to Work scheme
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
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Theatre Technician in Hampstead employer: SOUTH HAMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL
South Hampstead High School is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration in the performing arts. As a Theatre Technician, you will benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and have the opportunity to mentor students while gaining invaluable hands-on experience in live event production. The school prioritises employee growth, providing a supportive environment where your skills can flourish alongside an ambitious programme of plays and concerts.
Contact Details:
SOUTH HAMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL Recruitment Team
