Senior Technician- Part-time
New Wolsey Theatre Closing date: Mon, 07 Sep 2026
- Part time
- £30k-£40k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
Are you a skilled theatre technician ready for a new role? If you thrive in a collaborative environment, and are excited about the opportunity to support our vibrant productions and be part of a dedicated in-house team, we'd love to hear from you!
We are looking for a part-time Senior Technician to join our busy production department on Mondays and Tuesdays, with additional hours available on other weekdays and weekends subject to the needs of the production schedule.
This role focuses on the delivery of the day-to-day technical operation.
What We're Looking For:
- A skilled technician with experience of working in theatre
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine passion for the arts and a desire to inspire others
There is one part-time role available, working between 16 and 24 hours per week (to be agreed with the successful candidate). Working on Mondays and Tuesdays is an essential requirement of the role. Additional hours may be worked by agreement to support theatre activity, including show calls and get-outs.
We'd love applications from people of all backgrounds, especially from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as D/deaf and disabled people, neurodivergent people, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
If you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to fully participate, would like an informal and confidential discussion about the position, or if you would like the candidate pack in different accessible formats please contact us.
The deadline for applications is 9am on Monday 7th September 2026
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 15th September 2026 at the New Wolsey Theatre
We will reimburse reasonable travel expenses for candidates to attend an interview.
Job Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the successful staging of our produced work, visiting company productions, and community projects.
- Collaborate with and guide a talented in-house production team.
- Ensure the smooth operation of the department while promoting good working practices and maintaining high production values.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Senior Technician- Part-time
- Salary: £30k-£40k (pro-rata)
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Theatre
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Mon, 07 Sep 2026
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Location:
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Job: Senior Technician- Part-time
Job: Senior Technician- Part-time
Organisation: New Wolsey Theatre
Postcode: IP1 2AS
How to Apply
How to apply:
1. Complete an application form (written, video or audio)
2. Complete our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Monitoring Form
Please download the Recruitment Pack for further details including the Job Description and Person Specification.
If you would rather have printed copies of the application form or recruitment pack, please get in touch.
- Contact name: Sam Bates (she/her)
- Contact email: [email protected]
About New Wolsey Theatre
Our multi-award-winning Theatre is a vibrant and creative hub that serves the town of Ipswich and Suffolk. Our team represent the heart of our organisation and together we achieve our vision of enriching the cultural and creative lives of people across the region.