TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities linked to this post are wide ranging and the list of main duties below is by no means exhaustive, and it may be necessary to perform other such duties commensurate with the post as may from time to time arise or be determined. These duties will be agreed, in advance, with the Deputy Head Co-Curricular, Outreach and Compliance.

AV RESPONSIBILITIES

• Taking responsibility for designing and operating lighting, sound, audio visual, set and props.
• Responsibility for the careful storage and maintenance of all AV equipment.
• Supporting sound, AV and lighting for all school performances and classwork.
• Assisting with the recording (video/audio) of performances and subsequent editing and copying.
• Set up and operation of musical instruments, microphones and all sound and lighting equipment required for concerts in and out of school.
• General maintenance work within the relevant departments, including minor repairs, and planning for repairs and servicing of all equipment.
• To be fully conversant with the equipment and have knowledge and application of up-to-date sound and lighting software.
• To be responsible for day-to-day organisation of workload.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Line Manage and mentor the Performing Arts and AV Apprentice.
• Care and maintenance of all drama and music equipment (e.g. lanterns, lighting board, computers etc.) including setting up and maintaining an inventory.
• Advising on the purchase of equipment.
• To assist and support staff in the use of performing arts equipment including computer-based software for teaching purposes.
• To maintain the IT equipment within the Music Tech Room and Recording Studio.
• To regularly ensure drum kits, guitars and amps are functional and tuned in all band practice rooms.
• To set up microphones as required for regular music rehearsals.
• To lead the development of pupil technician teams for any in house production work (such as drama, dance and House activities).
• To assist with/encourage/lead set design and construction where required.
• To support the maintenance of the performance spaces.

OTHER DUTIES

• Helping with and being aware of Performing Art developments and opportunities.
• In the case of emergency to act as supervisor within the Drama and Music departments.
• Liaising with IT systems staff to support delivery of IT.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Other appropriate tasks to support the provision of an effective and efficient service to the school, as directed by the Deputy Head Co-Curricular, Outreach and Compliance and working closely with the Director of Drama and Director of Music.
• Follow responsibilities as defined in the Health & Safety Policy
• To promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people with whom s/he comes into contact and adhere to and ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy.
• Support and promote the school’s ethos, aims and objectives.
• Support and promote the school’s ethos, strategic plans and objectives
• Any other duties that may from time to time be required by the Deputy Head Co-Curricular, Outreach and Compliance, Business Operations Director, Head or Board of Governors.