Deputy Theatre Technician

Deputy Theatre Technician
required for May 2026 (to be discussed at interview)

Salary Range - NSB Support Staff 8-10 - (current £26,824-£27,694)

Full Time - 37 hours per week / 52 weeks (26 days holiday allowance)

hours to be taken flexibly according to the Theatre Schedule

Please see this link for full details of benefits: NSB Employee Benefits

What we are looking for

Are you looking to become a valued member in a team of experienced technicians who are committed to delivering high quality support for our ever expanding programme of internal and external performances and events?

Cripps Hall Theatre is part of Northampton School for Boys - recognised as 'Secondary School of the Year' at the Northamptonshire Education Awards and 'Comprehensive School of the Year' in the East Midlands for 2025 - the third time we have secured this honour in The Times and The Sunday Times 'Best Schools' Guide' based on our outstanding GCSE and A level results.

The Cripps Theatre team at Northampton School for Boys is a group of inspiring individuals who are committed to offering an outstanding experience to all who use our spaces. As part of the Theatre Team, you will have the opportunity to assist with and run a variety of event. These will include theatrical performances, dance shows, exams, assemblies, presentations, lectures and a variety of other events within the school calendar.

We are looking for an Deputy Theatre Technician with an understanding of a range of technical theatre skills including AV, set construction, costume, sound and lighting. The successful applicant must have effective communication skills, a proactive work ethos and be a highly motivated professional with the ability to work well as part of a team.

For further information on The Cripps Hall Theatre, please visit our website: About | The Cripps Hall Theatre

How to apply

We welcome all interested applicants to arrange a telephone/video call so that you can learn more about NSB and what we could offer you as a member of staff. Please take the chance to browse our website to learn more about our past and how we are looking to the future as we became a muti-academy Trust in September 2023.

Application forms can be found via the school website on the 'Vacancies' page. Please send your completed application form to hr@nsb.northants.sch.uk. Alternatively, please apply through the TES or TeachNorthants portal. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Closing date: 9am, 24 April 2026

Interviews: TBC

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, online checks and a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

We are looking for an Deputy Theatre Technician with an understanding of a range of technical theatre skills including AV, set construction, costume, sound and lighting. The successful applicant must have effective communication skills, a proactive work ethos and be a highly motivated professional with the ability to work well as part of a team.

Cripps Hall Theatre is part of Northampton School for Boys - recognised as 'Secondary School of the Year' at the Northamptonshire Education Awards and 'Comprehensive School of the Year' in the East Midlands for 2025 - the third time we have secured this honour in The Times and The Sunday Times 'Best Schools' Guide' based on our outstanding GCSE and A level results.

The Cripps Theatre team at Northampton School for Boys is a group of inspiring individuals who are committed to offering an outstanding experience to all who use our spaces. As part of the Theatre Team, you will have the opportunity to assist with and run a variety of event. These will include theatrical performances, dance shows, exams, assemblies, presentations, lectures and a variety of other events within the school calendar.