Technical Events Support Technician
The Vacancy
This role will involve working as part of the Technical Event Support Team to assist in all technical aspects of events at Ardingly College. Working with the Theatre and Technical Events Manager to produce high quality production values and maintain event venues/equipment for Lighting, Sound and Video.
Across the Senior and Prep School there are several performances throughout the school year, encompassing everything from large-scale musicals to intimate studio plays. The technician will work to support the work of the performing arts on events such as rehearsals, recordings, concerts, musicals, orchestral set-up recitals, talks, screenings, chapel-wide services and assemblies across the venue’s various spaces, as well as more general College wide support for open days, marketing events and other ad hoc events.
This position offers the opportunity to engage in a collaborative, enriching environment, ideal for those who enjoy a varied and dynamic workload.
Ardingly College looks after the welfare and professional development of all staff and enables them to live and work with a strong sense of purpose and satisfaction. The College provides a collegiate, supportive and stimulating environment in which to work. A generous remission for staff children is available at the College, subject to a place being available and meeting the entry requirements.
Hours of Work: This is a full-time, year-round role. The basic hours are 40 hours per week, falling between Monday to Sunday on a rota system, all year round and will include evenings and weekends as needed. Flexibility in these working hours will be required to meet the demands of the role during peak times.
Rate of Pay: £26,208 per annum
Holidays: 25 Days per annum. 5 days must be taken during the College’s Christmas closure. Hot or cold lunch available from the staff dining room, or a grab-and-go option.
Benefits: Staff also have access to a range of additional benefits such as gym membership, staff swimming, other sports and wellbeing activities and various social events. The total remuneration offered represents a salary, pension & benefits package that reflects the substantial contribution made by staff towards the success of the College.
The Company
To view the full job description please see the documents attached at the bottom of the page. To apply please click the green 'apply' button in the top right-hand corner. If you require further information please contact the HR team on 01444 893192 or email hr@ardingly.com.
A completed application should be submitted by the closing date of 15/07/2025 12:00, although applications may be considered upon receipt.
Ardingly College is an independent co-educational boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 2 -18, a member of the HMC and a school of the Woodard Corporation. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees are required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post including enhanced DBS checks.
Working for Us - Please visit our new page to find out everything the College has to offer and all the benefits available to our staff by clicking this link: Working here - Ardingly.
Documents
