Salary: £13 per hour
15 hours a week with overtime available.
Closing date: Friday 31 October.
Do you want to be part of a unique community where people live, work, learn and celebrate life together?
About Us:
Camphill Milton Keynes Communities is a charity that provides unique person-centred support, based on a modern view of the Camphill movement, for adults with learning disabilities and autistic spectrum conditions, as well as for a number of people living in the Milton Keynes area who have a learning disability.
About the Role:
The Chrysalis Theatre, part of Camphill Milton Keynes Communities, is expanding the use of its theatre and other spaces to external hirers.
As a Casual Theatre Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the technical and operational needs of a wide range of events, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and professional environment for all users.
This flexible role is ideal for individuals with a passion for live performance and technical theatre, who are looking to gain experience or supplement existing work in the industry.
You will encourage and support the values of Camphill Milton Keynes Communities, promoting the organisation with existing and new stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Hires:
- Assist with the setup, operation, and de-rig of lighting, sound, and AV equipment for performances and events.
- Assisting the hirer’s technical needs and ensuring all the Theatre’s health and safety policies and procedures are followed at all times
- Operate lighting and sound desks during shows (as required).
- Regularly update the Theatre Manager of any additional work or equipment supplied to hirers not included in the contract for later billing
- Ensure that all equipment brought in by hirers/users conforms to current regulations
- Audit, inspect and maintain all theatre equipment available to hirers in the interest of asset protection as directed by the Theatre Manager
Health and Safety:
- Ensure all equipment is used safely and maintained appropriately.
- Follow health and safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment.
- Adhere to and fulfil a maintenance routine for all electrical and mechanical items in the Theatre as directed by/in conjunction with the Theatre Manager.
Access and Inclusion:
- To proactively ensure, develop and support the organisation’s aim to be accessible and inclusive.
- To plan and provide appropriate support for visitors who require assistance
General:
- To work as part of the Theatre Team, supporting the Duty Coordinators where needed and enabling the smooth running of the building/events.
- To adhere to and uphold the organisation’s policies, including, but not limited to, environmental sustainability, data capture, storage and processing, equality and diversity, social media, and safeguarding
- To undertake any other duties as required that are appropriate to the general level of responsibility for the post
- Ensure all hours worked are logged on the timesheet system by the end of each week to be signed off by the Theatre Manager
Person Specification
Essential:
- Basic knowledge of theatre lighting, sound, or AV systems.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- A proactive and professional attitude.
Desirable:
- Experience working in a theatre or live events environment.
- Familiarity with ETC lighting desks and digital sound consoles.
- Knowledge of health and safety practices in technical Theatre.
The most important thing is a caring attitude, a genuine interest in people and a willingness to work in accordance with our Mission and Vision Statement.
What We Offer:
- A rich social and cultural environment
- A supportive and inclusive working environment where your contributions are valued
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Company sickness pay enhanced SSP
- Annual leave entitlement increases in recognition of long service
- Stakeholder pension scheme up to 5% match
- Training and professional development opportunities
- On-site free parking
- Employment referral vouchers (after successful probation, for contracted hours only)
- 15%Discount in our Café /shop for food and Camphill products
- Free counselling service via a helpline
If you are interested in this unique opportunity, then please apply by submitting your CV and a short supporting statement, outlining:
“What is it about working with us in this position that interests you, and what skills, experience and values can you bring”?
Please note that we review applications frequently, and interviews will take place shortly after we have shortlisted candidates. If we feel we have received a sufficient number of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert early. Don’t hesitate and apply as soon as possible.
We are an equal opportunities employer that promotes diversity within our workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of sexual orientation, race, age, gender, disability, religion or belief.
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK.
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