Technician in Media and Digital & Computing

About the role

Technician in Media, Digital & Computing (Full‑time | Permanent) supporting creativity, enabling learning and shaping future digital professionals. You will support high‑quality teaching across both Bournemouth and Poole campuses, ensuring students and staff have fully functional, industry‑standard facilities.

Responsibilities include supporting a wide‑ranging curriculum spanning film production, animation, esports, digital media and computing, and enhancing the student experience through real‑time lesson support, troubleshooting and skill development.

• Preparing, setting up and maintaining studios, IT suites and specialist equipment
• Providing in‑lesson technical support to staff and students
• Troubleshooting hardware, software and digital workflow issues
• Supporting students in the safe and effective use of industry‑standard equipment
• Assisting teaching staff during practical sessions and assessments
• Delivering small‑group workshops and technical demonstrations
• Supporting media production activities including filming, editing and content creation
• Managing equipment, stock control, inventory and technical resources
• Maintaining safe working practices and supporting risk assessments
• Contributing to a positive, organised and professional learning environment

• A Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in English and Maths
• Relevant industry qualification or degree in a related field
• Strong, up‑to‑date industry experience in media, digital or computing
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting technical equipment
• Knowledge of video production, photography and Adobe Creative Cloud
• Experience supporting learning, training or practical environments
• Strong organisational, communication and IT skills
• A proactive, professional and “can‑do” approach
• The ability to work collaboratively and independently
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and student success

• Experience in education or the public sector
• Knowledge of 3D tools (e.g. Blender) or studio lighting techniques
• First Aid qualification (or willingness to achieve)

We encourage early applications, as we may close the vacancy once we receive a sufficient number of strong applications.

Safeguarding Commitment:
The successful candidate will undertake appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and will provide proof of the right to work in the UK.