At a Glance
- Tasks: Support vibrant theatre productions and collaborate with a talented in-house team.
- Company: Join an award-winning arts organisation valued locally and nationally.
- Benefits: Competitive pro-rata salary, additional pay for Sundays and Bank Holidays, and flexible hours.
- Other info: We welcome diverse applicants and offer reasonable adjustments for all candidates.
- Why this job: Be part of the heart of theatre and inspire others through your passion for the arts.
- Qualifications: Experience in theatre, excellent communication, and teamwork skills.
The predicted salary is between 16 - 24 £ per hour.
16-24 hours per week (to be agreed with the successful candidate). Working Mondays and Tuesdays is an essential requirement of the role. £34,135 per annum (pro-rata for part time). An additional x0.5 of your hourly rate will be paid if you are required to work on a Sunday or Bank Holiday.
Are you a skilled theatre technician ready for a new role? If you thrive in a collaborative environment, and are excited about the opportunity to support our vibrant productions and be part of a dedicated in-house team, we’d love to hear from you!
We are looking for a part-time Senior Technician to join our busy production department on Mondays and Tuesdays, with other occasional hours available around our activities. Our production department is the beating heart of our much-loved producing theatre. This role focuses on the delivery of the day-to-day technical operation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the successful staging of our produced work, visiting company productions, and community projects.
- Collaborate and guide a talented in-house production team.
- Ensure the smooth operation of the department while promoting good working practices and maintaining high production values.
What We’re Looking For:
- A skilled technician with experience of working in theatre.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A genuine passion for the arts and a desire to inspire others.
Join us in our award-winning arts organisation, valued locally, regionally, and nationally. There is one part-time role available, working between 16 and 24 hours per week (to be agreed with the successful candidate). Working on Mondays and Tuesdays is an essential requirement of the role. Additional hours may be worked by agreement to support theatre activity, including show calls and get-outs.
We’d love applications from people of all backgrounds, especially from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as D/deaf and disabled people, neurodivergent people, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. We will make reasonable adjustments to enable applicants to participate in the selection process, and for the successful applicant to carry out their role. If you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to fully participate, would like an informal and confidential discussion about the position, or if you would like the candidate pack in different accessible formats please contact Lucy Parker at lparker@wolseytheatre.co.uk. We will reimburse reasonable travel expenses for candidates to attend an interview.
Senior Technician (Part-Time) in Ipswich employer: The New Wolsey Theatre Co Ltd
Join the New Wolsey Theatre, a vibrant and award-winning arts organisation that values collaboration and creativity. As a part-time Senior Technician, you'll be immersed in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and inclusivity, with opportunities to engage in diverse productions and community projects. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and the chance to inspire others while working in a beloved local venue.
Contact Details:
The New Wolsey Theatre Co Ltd Recruitment Team
