Job Description

Hours:

12 Hours per week (Inc Weekends and Evenings)

Interview Date:

24th July 2025 - The Old Library, Leeming St, Mansfield, NG18 1NG.

Closing Date:

14th July 2025

Salary:

Grade 3 (24,790 - 25,584 FTE)



Inspire Youth Arts (IYA) delivers high-quality, inclusive arts opportunities for young people aged 11 - 25 years from across Nottinghamshire. Our programme includes regular term-time sessions, holiday projects, and unique experiences in music, dance, and digital arts.



Based at The Old Library in Mansfield, our venue features a professional recording studio, a 100-seat theatre, and versatile studio spaces for workshops, rehearsals and performances. IYA offers opportunities for young people to engage with the arts both at The Old Library and in communities, schools, and colleges across the county. Access and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do. We're committed to providing equitable opportunities and creative agency for all young people, including those who are learning and/or physically disabled and/or neurodivergent.

What we are looking for:

IYA are seeking a Technician with skills and knowledge in setting up and operating lighting and sound equipment to support the technical requirements of the IYA music, dance and digital art programmes.



The role will be based at The Old Library, Mansfield, with occasional work across Nottinghamshire as required. The role will support technical aspects of projects in other non-Inspire buildings, such as theatres and art galleries, schools and colleges, and at festivals and events across the county. IYA supports private hires of room bookings within The Old Library. The Technician role will support the technical requirements of private hire booking as required. In addition, the role will support broader Inspire events where relevant. Maintenance and upkeep of technical equipment and musical instruments is a key responsibility.



The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate strong teamwork and customer service, be able to work closely with the IYA Technical Manager and the broader Inspire Youth Arts team, and support a range of freelance artists/practitioners who deliver our artistic programmes. Please see details of the IYA Technician job description and personal specification for full responsibilities of the role. IYA is committed to creating a safe working environment. We welcome applications from those underrepresented in our workforce, including but not limited to members of BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, and/or those with a physical and/or learning disability and/or who are neurodivergent.

How to apply:

Interested candidates must apply by completing an Inspire application form, and demonstrate how their skills, interest and experience meets the personal specification outlined in the job description. Candidates must complete details against Inspire competencies and provide an online profile.



Inspire supports professional development and learning for team members to succeed and develop within their roles. Please highlight any current learning or development needs that would support you to successfully deliver this role as part of your application.



For an informal discussion about the role please contact Inspire Youth Arts Manager Rebecca Streets on 07584 345 685 or email iya@inspireculture.org.uk



For more information about working for Inspire please visit: www.inspireculture.org.uk/work-for-us/

Job Title: Technician

Inspire: Culture, Learning & Libraries

Grade 3

Job Purpose

To deliver technical support for Inspire Youth Arts (IYA) including delivering technical support for performances, workshops and outreach events

Key Responsibilities

1. Run recording sessions in The Old Library Studio



2. Run theatre productions and shows in The Old Library Theatre



3. Support at IYA events and projects across the county



4. Support Inspire wide projects if appropriate



5. Setting up equipment for projects and events



6. Support the maintenance and upkeep of technical equipment



7. Support young people to participate in projects where technical assistance is required



8. Liaise with Technical Manager and arts officers on technical needs




The post holder will work in accordance with all Inspire policies and procedures, Inspire Brand guidelines,


Nottinghamshire County Council (NCC) contractual requirements, and professional best practice

Education and Knowledge Required for the role



1. Recording or technical theatre qualification to level 5.



2. Be knowledgeable on relevant technical software and hardware including AV.

Skills and Experience



1. At least 3 years' experience working in a technical environment such as theatre or recording studio



2. At least 2 years working with young people.

Role Dimensions



1. Deliver excellent technical support for projects and events for Inspire Youth Arts



2. Support The Old Library Technical Manger with day to day technical support for hires and lettings



3. Deliver technical support for wider Inspire Youth Arts events as required

Job Title Technician

Inspire: Culture, Learning & Libraries

Grade 3

Inspire Competencies

Competency

Level

How we work at Inspire

Customer Service




3




1. Demonstrates effective customer service skills - in person, online or on the phone - identifies and satisfies customer needs, adjusting their style with a friendly and professional approach as appropriate for the customer



2. Responds positively to customer concerns, acts to resolve or reassure customers as needed, agrees solutions with the customer or hands over to an appropriate colleague



3. Responds positively to any complaint or suggestion and seeks to resolve it within limits of their authority or hands over to a more senior manager as appropriate




Deliver the service offer




3




1. Advises and promotes the Inspire Service Offer to customers - to meet their immediate needs and other services that could be of interest or benefit them



2. Embraces any changes to the offer and any associated changes to processes or working practices positively



3. Shares feedback about the Inspire offer with their line manager and contributes to meetings, discussions and related activities to ensure service delivery and/or improve our offer




Communicating Well




3




1. Communicates effectively in person, one-one-one, and in writing respectfully and in a style appropriate to the person and situation



2. Communicates effectively in a meeting or other group situation, respectfully and in a style appropriate to the group and situation with a solutions / can do approach



3. Debates or discusses positively with colleagues and line manager, sharing views and acknowledging and respecting the views of others and reaches agreement






Working Together




2




1. Adopts a friendly, helpful, supportive and respectful manner when working with others



2. Acts in a way that shows they are trustworthy, reliable and transparent in their dealings with others




Managing Others




1




1. Effectively supervises and supports the day-to-day activities of a colleague(s) to enable them to perform their duties day-to-day, planning and co-ordinating the activity of colleague(s) to deliver tasks or activities over time to meet service demand effectively and efficiently




Leading the Way




3




1. Incorporate the spirit of Inspire's mission, vision and values in the work they do with customers, colleagues and stakeholders



2. Articulate and share Inspire's mission, vision and to enthuse and focus the efforts of colleagues



3. Contributes to the decision-making process, stands by decisions made and owns them implementing them




Working Efficiently & Cost Effectively




2




1. Uses Inspire resources and their time effectively to meet service demand, objectives and/or targets



2. Plans ahead, making best use if time and resources available to achieve service delivery, maximising the use of technology available, minimising unnecessary travel or waste, prioritising work and working within spending limits




Skills and Qualifications




Level 5b




5b: Experienced qualified (3years or more): Foundation Degree or service specific qualification or relevant HND