Performing Arts Technician

Esher Church of England High School, Esher, Surrey, KT10 8AP

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  as soon as possible

• Closing date

  13 February 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  16 December 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £27,849.00 - £29,834.00 Annually (FTE) Pro-rata £19,415

Performing Arts Technician job summary

Performing Arts Technician
30 hours a week, 37.6 weeks (term time only) Across 4.5 days Monday-Friday with occasional evening and weekend work
Salary PS5: (£27,849 to £29,834FTE). Starting pro-rata salary £19,415

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Performing Arts Technician to oversee and manage the technical equipment, including the iMAC ICT suite within our specialist performing arts complex. You will be responsible for the management and operation of recording equipment, lighting/sound system, sound production and audio hardware and video editing facilities. A key element of the role involves providing technical support to the Performing Arts department for lessons, weekly clubs, productions, performances and showcases. Previous technical experience in this area or similar is essential.

The Performing Arts Department is a collaborative team who are all passionate about seeing young people succeed in their subject and offer a vibrant place for students to learn and develop their creative skills.  We are looking for a like-minded individual who can add to this already thriving team. The department boasts fantastic facilities for the Performing Arts, including a fully-equipped theatre and multi-purpose studio spaces which act as a venue for the exciting plethora of Drama, Dance and Music performances and showcases throughout the year.  

Esher High School is an excellent, high performing School and is proud to be part of Enlighten Learning Trust (ELT).  We aim to equip our students with the skills to grow into confident, ambitious and responsible citizens ready to face the challenges of the adult world.  Our staff are passionate about seeing young people succeed.

A comprehensive induction programme is provided for all new staff.  Benefits include a 2-week autumn half term break, LGPS pension scheme, staff association, free gym use and ample on-site parking.     

For further information regarding this role please refer to the Job Description. We welcome early applications and will consider holding interviews and appointing before the closing date for strong candidates.   

Closing Date:   Friday 13 February 2026 @8am
Interview Date: Interview will be held within 2 weeks of closing date

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.  It is an offence to apply for a role if applicants are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.   For further information please refer to our Child Protection & Safeguarding policy which is available on the Enlighten Learning Trust Careers page. Any successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.  

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please refer to the school website for further information regarding our Child Protection & Safeguarding policy. Any successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Esher Church of England High School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1130 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Esher Church of England High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/esher-church-of-england-high-school

Esher High School is an excellent, high-performing School and is proud to be part of Enlighten Learning Trust (ELT). We aim to equip our students with the skills to grow into confident, ambitious and responsible citizens ready to face the challenges of the adult world. Our staff are passionate about seeing young people succeed in their subject.

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