Technician - Theatre and Music

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Salary: £27,812 to £30,709per annum inclusive of London Weighting

Contract Type: Permanent contract

Post Type: Full Time

Closing Date: Monday 05 October 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Reference: 100218

Our Performing Arts Section delivers UAL courses in Drama, Dance and Music across levels 1, 2, 3 and 4. The department has a professional standard studio theatre equipped with theatre lighting and sound equipment, purpose built dance studios and a music department with state of the art recording studios and two Mac Labs.

We are seeking to appoint a Technician on a full time basis, with experience in overseeing both Theatre and Music to join our vibrant performing arts department. Working alongside students, the role will involve rigging and operating lighting and sound for music, acting and dance performances, using an analogue inline Audient ASP 4816 Desk. Sound craft impact digital desk is used within the Theatre, with X32 monitoring desk and ETC Ion for lighting.

Throughout the year, you will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all music equipment and facilities, adhering to Health and Safety regulations and best practice. You would also guide students in the use of technology and support our broad performance programme, supporting in-class activities on a daily basis, which would involve coordinating the allocation and return of musical instruments and equipment, and ensuring resources are available, secure and ready to use.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• A relevant qualification (or extensive training and experience within the industry)
• Up to date working knowledge of theatre lighting, sound, music technology, recording techniques and current software
• Experience of rigging and operating lighting and sound for performances at industry level
• Experience of prop making and set building, including safe use of tools and carpentry skills
• Up to date working knowledge of music technology, recording techniques and current software versions of DAW software, or willing to develop skills in this area
• Good communication skills and the ability to work with young people in a creative environment

We are extremely busy at various points of the year, and flexibility and vigilance are key characteristics for the successful applicant. All our shows include evening performances.

Please note, we do not offer sponsorship for this role.

Richmond upon Thames College is part of the Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College Group (HRUC) and is one of London’s most successful Further Education Colleges providing education and training to 16-19 year old’s and adults from across Richmond, London and Surrey, for over 80 years. We have opened a new building in 2020 and a brand-new technology-focused STEM Centre in 2024.

This exciting and innovative new learning environment is located within the grounds of the current college site, so remains convenient for public transport links – it is adjacent to the A316 and just a short walk from Twickenham rail station and a number of regular London bus routes.

HRUC is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all people, irrespective of disability, race, gender, age, sexual orientation, transsexual or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, religion/faith or pregnancy and maternity leave.

HRUC (Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge Colleges) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. To ensure that we meet our safeguarding commitments we will carry out all necessary pre-employment checks, including undertaking an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check for all successful candidates.

Where references are taken up by the College, it is our policy not to disclose references to candidates.

Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College (HRUC) is committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, employees, learners, and volunteers, including those with criminal records. We actively promote equality of opportunity and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including ex-offenders. Our approach is in line with all relevant and current safeguarding and equality legislation.