Sound & Light Technician

Bradford College • Part-time • Bradford • £13,370 - £13,648 / year • 12h ago

We are looking for a Sound & Light Technician to join our Professional & Creative Department.

The Sound & Light Technician is responsible for supporting the efficient operation of the department’s studios, performance spaces, and computer suites. The role will also involve providing technical assistance for scheduled events and occasional evening performances.

This is a front-facing position requiring close collaboration with students and colleagues across the Music and Performing Arts teams. The post holder will contribute to delivering an exceptional student experience and maintaining the highest standards in both academic delivery and performance production.

Responsibilities include:

Ensuring the allocation of all practical resources is organised and maintained, and made available across the Faculty as required. (Particularly with a focus on the area of Performance and Music.)
To support teaching sessions where required and timetabled
Ensuring compliance with College procedures and regulations
Providing general technical support and resources
Maintaining the studios and workshops to a professional standard.
To provide technical assistance, including demonstration, particularly in relation to the operation of equipment and supporting specialist processes for teaching staff and students.
To move and set up equipment and materials to different locations as required.
To carry out technical duties appropriate to his/her own skills and to prepare various items of equipment and teaching aids as required.
To prepare materials for practical classes and ensure, where required, correct disposal of waste.
To ensure safe storage of resources and equipment within the workshops, and assist in the ordering of new resources as required.
To implement and promote College regulations, policies and procedures.
To assist the Lead Technician with costings and control of materials and equipment when specified.
To participate in the development of workshops where appropriate.

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The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be a learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

Education & Training

A Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience
GCSE 4 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale
GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale

Experience

Recent academic, industrial, or commercial experience in an area appropriate to the job specification
Theoretical and practical knowledge to successfully manage the operation of general technician duties is required.
Ability to utilise IT for administrative purposes.
Proven ability to carry out risk assessments in line with COSHH and other statutory requirements.

For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, depending on the level of interest and number of applications, so early application is advised.

Please note that if you are successful and accept a role, any other ongoing applications for other roles with us will be withdrawn automatically.

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We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
We shall not be liable for any fee /commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. From undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications, to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Should you be shortlisted for an interview, as a Disability Confident employer, where required, we will make reasonable adjustments to your interview to ensure you are given the best opportunity to succeed. If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments for the interview, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss your options.

Bradford College is proud to be working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly Accredited Employer. This commitment reflects our dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all staff. We are implementing policies, resources, and awareness initiatives to ensure everyone feels valued and supported through every stage of life.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
Additional college closure days, including a 2-week Christmas closure
West Yorkshire Pension Scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
Annual salary reviews
Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
Free sports and gym facilities
Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
A host of training development opportunities
Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

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*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.

Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children and vulnerable adults.