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Drama Technician

Drama Technician

Cheadle Hulme School

Stockport

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Salary:
£24,000 FTE (£20,584 actual) to £25,000 FTE (£21,442 actual) per annum based on experience
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
January 2024
Apply by:
18 November 2024

Job overview

Location: Cheadle Hulme School

Reports To: Head of Drama and Senior Technician

Commitment: Full-time, term time only

Salary: £24,000 FTE (£20,584 actual) to £25,000 FTE (£21,442 actual) per annum based on experience

About Cheadle Hulme School

Cheadle Hulme School is a vibrant and supportive educational community, where the Drama Department is integral to the cultural fabric of the school. With engaging theatrical productions, a diverse curriculum, and a strong reputation for excellence, our department provides students with exceptional opportunities for creative expression in state-of-the-art facilities, including three dedicated drama studios and the refurbished Holden Hall.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Senior School Drama Technician to enhance and support our Drama Department’s academic and co-curricular activities. The successful candidate will provide high-quality technical expertise, collaborate with our in-house Technical Services team, and play a key role in the setup and operation of all technical aspects for productions, ensuring a professional standard across all performances.

Key Responsibilities

  • Production & Design: Oversee and deliver technical design, stage construction, and hands-on support, including lighting, rigging, sound, projection, and special effects for school productions and assessments.
  • Equipment Management: Source, create, and maintain all technical equipment, including lighting rigs, props, sound, and AV systems, ensuring all equipment meets school needs and safety standards.
  • Student & Staff Collaboration: Partner with the Head of Drama to guide students in technical skills, assist in lessons on technical requirements, and support pupil technical teams for school events.
  • Health & Safety: Conduct risk assessments for performance spaces, and work with caretaking staff to maintain compliance with safety regulations.
  • Co-Curricular Contribution: Assist with and develop co-curricular activities or clubs related to technical production, stage design, and performance support.

Staff Benefits

  • Fitness Facilities & Clubs:
  • Free access to on-site fitness suite, with dedicated staff opening times
  • Free access to on-site swimming pool, with dedicated staff hours
  • Subsidised staff yoga sessions
  • Staff football team and organised walking routes on our 83-acre site
  • Additional Benefits:
  • Generous employer pension contributions
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Free on-site parking (first-come, first-served)
  • Free lunches during term time, provided by our award-winning Sodexo Catering Team
  • Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 confidential counselling, advice, and referrals on a range of personal and work-related issues

Application Information

Cheadle Hulme School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for theatre and technical production, apply now to join our supportive and inspiring school community.

This vacancy closes at 8am on Monday 18th November with shortlisting and interviews taking place shortly after. 

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About Cheadle Hulme School

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We seek to ensure that each student experiences a challenging, dynamic and relevant education which enables them to reach their full academic potential and flourish in a rapidly changing world.  

Our Vision and Aims

This is applicable to all students in the School including those in an EYFS setting.

  • That each student experiences a challenging, dynamic and relevant education which enables them to reach their full academic potential and flourish in a rapidly changing world;
  • That each student develops a love of learning that extends beyond the confines of examination courses, and is able to work effectively in a variety of settings;
  • That each student develops a strong set of personal values and learns to value themselves and others, appreciating difference and individuality and supporting those in need or less fortunate than themselves;
  • That each student discovers and develops a broad and relevant set of skills and aptitudes which enable them to undertake useful and effective roles in their communities.


We aim to achieve these aims through:


  • An approach to education which fosters and encourages the core Waconian Values of Integrity, Endeavour, Resilience, Compassion and Contribution;
  • A co-educational environment which enables boys and girls to learn, work and develop together, enabling each to inspire the other;
  • A strong pastoral care system centred upon the principles of well-being;
  • A commitment to social inclusivity and outreach, building upon the School’s founding philanthropic values;
  • A range of learning environments which develop flexible and independent learning and the ability to respond to and thrive in a technologically-sophisticated world;
  • A varied, inclusive and stimulating range of co-curricular opportunities, which complement and extend the curriculum. 

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