Senior Technician – Maternity Cover
January 2017
- Welcome and information on how to apply
- Job Description & Person Specification
- Application Form
- Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
- Theatre Royal in Brief
- How to find Theatre Royal
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Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1QR
01284 755127 www.theatreroyal.org
Vacancies at Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds
Thank you for your interest in joining the team at Theatre Royal. Please find enclosed a job description for the post of Senior Technician – Maternity Cover and some information about Theatre Royal which I hope will encourage you to apply to join us. Further information about the Theatre can be found on our website: www.theatreroyal.org.
If you would like to be considered for this post, please complete and return the application form and accompanying paperwork by 10.00 am on Friday, 27 January 2017; interviews will take place on Friday, 3 February 2017.
Applications will be accepted by email to or by post.
Please address your application to
Recruitment, Natalie Sinnadurai, Theatre Royal, Westgate Street,
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1QR
Good luck and thank you for your interest in working at Theatre Royal.
Yours Sincerely
Karen Simpson
Artistic Director
Senior Technician – Maternity Cover
Job Description
Purpose of Post
The Senior Technician is a key member of the Technical Department of the Theatre Royal, responsible for the smooth operation of the Theatre Royal stage and technical support of all the company’s events. The role will also work to ensure the general upkeep and repair of the Theatre and its equipment. Theatre Royal is also a Grade 1 listed building of historic national significance in addition to being a vibrant theatre venue and producer.
Department: Technical
Responsible to: Technical Manager
Relationships: Technicians and Casual stage crew, FOH staff, Education and Community staff, Creative teams, Visiting companies and artists.
Areas of Responsibility
1 To work as a member of the team of resident technicians and casuals in order to ensure a high standard of technical support is provided for all aspects of operation in the Theatre and at any other location requested by Management. This includes:
- in-house productions,
- co-productions
- performances by visiting and amateur companies,
- education and community projects
- rural and national tours
- commercial and fundraising events
2 Liaising with in-coming Touring Companies regarding their requirements prior to their arrival in conjunction with or in the absence of the Technical Manager.
3 Supervising and working alongside the technician and casual technicians.
4 Operating all theatre technical equipment.
5 To assist in the fabrication/construction of sets, properties and other stage materials relating to in-house productions and co-productions.
6 To advise and or design lighting and audio for theatre productions as agreed.
7 To assist in the supervision and guidance of community users and ensure clear dialogue and communication with them.
8 To support any learning and workshop activity which has a specific or related technical/stage element, whether in the Theatre or for outreach projects
9 Conforming to and enforcing the health and safety policies of the Theatre.
10 Assisting with the maintenance of the company’s equipment and premises in order to comply with Health and Safety and other licensing requirements.
11 To implement equipment maintenance and repair as necessary and ensure all equipment is in full working order (including consumables).
12 Performing manual handling duties involved with the construction and dismantling of scenery.
13 Deputising for the Production and Technical Manager in his/her absence.
14 Ensure all technical areas and working environments are kept tidy and orderly to comply with current fire and health and safety requirements.
15 To ensure weekly timesheets are filled in and returned to the Finance Department, and system timesheets are up to date.
16 To act as a duty technician during performances.
17 To act as an emergency first aider (subject to acquiring the required qualifications).
18 To undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by Management.
The duties must at all times be carried out with due regard to the Theatre Royals Equal Opportunities and Child Protection Policies
Person Specification
Essential
· At least three years’ experience of working as a technician in a theatre or arts environment.
· High level of common sense and professionalism.
· Excellent knowledge of Lighting, Sound and AV equipment.
· The ability to work as part of a team as well as under own initiative.
· Aptitude to carry out practical tasks in a safe and effective manner.
· Good level of interpersonal and communication skills.
· Good level of organisational skills and time management.
· Computer literate, with good ability to use Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word and Excel.
· Skills and experience working in a flying theatre.
· A willingness to work antisocial hours including evenings and weekends.
· The flexibility and willingness to adapt to circumstances and opportunities
· Hold a current first aid at work qualification or be prepared to undergo training and to act as first aider as required.
· A full, clean driving licence.
Desirable
· A relevant qualification at any level (Theatre Studies A Level, BTEC national diploma in Performing Arts, Degree in Stage Management/Technical Theatre/Performing Arts)
· Willingness to learn and to further personal development.
· An eye for detail.
· Knowledge and experience of the ETC Ion lighting desk, Yamaha QL5 sound desk, and QLab 3 software.
Terms & Conditions
Salary: £18,000 per annum pro rata
Hours of work: 39 hour week over any 6 out of 7 days. This will rise to 48 hours during designated Production weeks.
Contract: This post is a fixed term maternity cover contract initially of 6 months, subject to a 5 week notice period. The Theatre abides by the principles of the TMA/BECTU Agreement, 2010 and 2013.
Annual Leave: 26 days plus Bank and other Public Holidays.
Allowances: Travel/mileage expenses whilst on Theatre Royal business
Staff members receive an allocation of complimentary tickets for performances at Theatre Royal for personal use only.
Pensions: We offer a workplace pension in line with statutory requirements.
Other information: There is a comprehensive staff handbook and induction plan with detailed information on policies, practices and working arrangements offered to all staff.
This post is subject to a probationary period of three months.
The post-holder may be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check as a requirement of the post. Please note that any pre-existing disclosures cannot be considered.
The Theatre Royal operates to an Equalities policy and the post holder is required to carry out his/her duties in accordance with this.
Please read the documents which accompany this form before completing your application.
Once completed, please return it to or via post to arrive by
10.00 am on Friday, 27 January 2017.
Position Applied for / Senior Technician – Maternity Cover1 Personal Details
SurnameForename(s)
Address / Postcode
Telephone (day)
Telephone (evening)
Email address
National Insurance No
2 Why are you applying for this post?
3 What can you offer us?
Please include details of any relevant skills, experience and knowledge (there are later sections for information about training and education)
4 Current or most recent employment/experience of work
Position held
Salary (if applicable)
Date appointed
Date left appointment and why (if applicable)
Outline briefly your duties and responsibilities
5 Previous appointments/experience of work
6 Training and education
Please include details of exams passed, courses attended and qualifications obtained
7 What else are you interested in?
for example, what are your leisure activities
8 Additional Information please delete where applicable
Do you need a permit to work in the United Kingdom? YES / NO
Do you have any condition or disability which may affect your ability to do the job, and/or require us to make reasonable adjustments? YES / NO
If Yes please give details including any adjustments that you may need to be made both in respect of the job and the interview9 Travel
Some positions at Theatre Royal require employees to drive, if this is applicable to the position you are applying for, please complete this section
Do you hold a current, clean driving licence? YES / NO
Do you have access to/have the use of a car? YES / NO
If the answer to either of these questions is No, please explain how you would meet the travel requirements of the post (where applicable)
10 Confidential Declaration of Criminal Record
Some positions at Theatre Royal require employees to be responsible for or come into contact with young people aged under 18 and vulnerable adults. If this is applicable to the position you are applying for, you are required to disclose details of any criminal record. Only relevant convictions and other information will be taken into account so disclosure need not necessarily be a bar to obtaining this position. All information submitted will be kept strictly confidential.
Have you ever been convicted by the courts or cautioned, reprimanded or given a final warning by the police? YES / NO
If Yes please give details of offences, penalties and datesAre you aware of any police enquiries undertaken following allegations made against you, which may have a bearing on your suitability for this post? YES / NO
If Yes please give details of offences, penalties and datesHave you undertaken a Criminal Record Bureau enhanced disclosure or applied to the
Disclosure & Barring Service for any previous employment? YES / NO
If Yes please give the date your last check was donePlease note that all posts which involve working with young people aged under 18 and vulnerable adults at the Theatre Royal are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which means that all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings on your criminal record need to be disclosed.
11 References
Please supply the details of two persons (other than relatives) from whom references can be obtained. If you have had previous employment one of your referees should be your current or most recent employer.
NameAddress
email address
Daytime telephone number
Occupation
Employer/Personal Referee (delete as appropriate) / Name
Address
email address
Daytime telephone number
Occupation
Employer/Personal Referee (delete as appropriate)
Are you willing for references to be contacted prior to interview? YES / NO
12 Declaration
I confirm that the information I have given on this form is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge, and that misleading statements may be sufficient for cancelling any agreements made.
I understand that, if the position I am applying for is responsible for young people aged under 18 and vulnerable adults, I will be required to complete a Criminal Records Bureau enhanced disclosure if appointed.
SignedDate
Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds
Equal Opportunities Monitoring
Theatre Royal is committed to a policy of equality of opportunity in all aspects of its recruitment and employment procedures. All candidates will receive fair and equal consideration.
In order for us to put this commitment into practice we need to assess how well our recruitment procedures operate in practice and it would be helpful if you would answer the questions below and return this sheet with your application form. There is no obligation for you to complete the form.
The information submitted will be treated in the strictest confidence and will be used only for statistical monitoring. It is not part of the selection process and will be separated from the application prior to short-listing.
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Gender / Male / Female
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Mixed Ethnic Group / White/White European
Other (please describe)
Do you consider yourself to have a disability? YES / NO
How did you become aware of this vacancy?
please tick as many as are applicable and delete where necessary
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Please return your completed forms to Natalie Sinnadurai
by 10.00 am on Friday, 27 January 2017
Bury St Edmunds Theatre Royal Management Limited
Built in 1819 by the renowned architect William Wilkins (who also designed the National Gallery in London), Theatre Royal in Bury St Edmunds is one of the most significant theatrical buildings in Europe. As this country’s only example of a playhouse dating from the Regency period, it offers visitors a unique and unforgettable theatrical experience. One of eight Grade 1 listed theatre buildings in the country, it is also the only working theatre in the National Trust’s entire portfolio of properties. Inspired by its impressive historical pedigree, the Theatre prides itself on the quality and innovation of its artistic work and enjoys a reputation as one of the most forward-thinking arts organisations in the UK.
The building is owned by the Greene King Brewery. In 1975, it was leased to the National Trust which, in turn, has handed the day-to-day running of the Theatre to Bury St Edmunds Theatre Management Limited. Like many other theatres of its generation, the Theatre Royal has enjoyed a chequered history, closing and reopening its doors on a number of occasions. The most recent of these, in September 2007, followed a £5.3 million programme of restoration and development. This project, funded in part by the Heritage Lottery Fund, not only returned the building to its 1819 configuration and decoration but also provided improved customer facilities through the creation of a contemporary foyer space adjoining the Theatre.