Job Description

Northampton Academy

Northamptonshire
25,335.47 - 25,335.48 per year


Expiring soon

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

01/09/2025

Apply by:

3 July 2025

Job overview

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Performing Arts Technician

Salary: 25,335.48 actual - (FTE 27,265)

Start date 1st September 2025

37.5 hours per week, 42 weeks per year (term time + training days + 3 weeks during holiday periods)

Worried what you will be asked at interview?

Well don't be, as you will get these in advance of the day so you can show us your 'best self'.

Worried about where to park on your interview day?

Well don't be, as you will get a parking space reserved for you on your interview day and hopefully when you visit.

Want a Costa Coffee from our in-house Costa Cafe in school?

Yes, that's right we have a Costa Cafe with one free coffee each week for every member of staff.


We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed member of staff with vision, drive, flexibility and motivation to join us. You will be suitably qualified and experienced to support all academy productions. You will also be involved with advising staff and students on the use of the technical facilities and coordinating a host of sound and visual resources.


Applicants should have relevant work experience and good technical understanding of sound and lighting equipment along with being able to undertake a range of technical support activities. Experience of audio and video editing and knowledge and application of the use of Macs would also be desirable. The successful candidate must be prepared to work flexibly as occasional unsocial hours may be required due to productions during term-time.


Northampton Academy is committed to equal opportunities and to the protection and safety of all students and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share these commitments.


The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure.


If you would like to discuss the role, please contact Kirsty Davis, Vice Principal - k.davis@northampton-academy.org

About

Northampton Academy

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Northampton Academy

Wellingborough Road, Northampton
Northamptonshire
NN3 8NH
United Kingdom

+44 1604 210017

Northampton Academy is a transformational comprehensive and non-selective school, serving a diverse community. We were proud to be judged 'outstanding' by Ofsted in all areas in March 2023. Our values, which underpin every decision we take, are RESPECT, DETERMINATION, AMBITION, TOLERANCE and INTEGRITY. We have a comprehensive student character-building programme, which has been nationally recognised through the Character Quality Mark Plus that was awarded in November 2021.



The leadership of the academy is completely determined to create an environment in which teachers can get on with their core role: delivering excellent lessons. To this end, the student behaviour system is clear and simple and easy to administer in lessons. If action is needed beyond these simple steps, the pastoral and senior teams take all the burden away from the teachers, conducting detentions, following up and dealing with parents on your behalf. Teachers at the academy speak of this as one of the major benefits of working here. In addition to this, teachers are trusted to be professionals through:


A genuine 'flexi-working' approach with at least one opportunity a week to come in late or leave early for every teaching member of staff No unannounced observations No lesson grading 3 extra INSET days per year for joint team planning A feedback and recognition policy that lets teachers decide the best feedback mechanism for their own classes, rather than having this prescribed centrally




Northampton Academy is part of United Learning, one of the country's leading multi-academy trusts. We serve more than 64,000 pupils and support around 10,000 staff in our schools, and we offer a growing range of additional services, including teacher training, professional development programmes, and a full curriculum package for schools.


Everything that we do is geared towards improving life outcomes for young people. We also believe in offering our staff

more pay, more time and more support.

More pay...

We pay an average of 5% above national scales - the best rates of pay in the sector

Cash towards medical treatment

Generous staff discount scheme

more time...

Three extra INSET days for planning

At least one personal day a year

and more support

Great training for your career

Exceptional curriculum resources

Expert subject advice

Support for your wellbeing


If you are passionate about teaching and inspiring students, we strongly encourage you to reach out and find out more about Northampton Academy and the fantastic opportunities available.



To support you in making your decision to apply for a role, our subject leaders are more than happy to have an informal conversation with you to answer your questions and provide insights into teaching and learning within the academy. Better yet, please arrange a visit to the school to experience our environment first hand and see why our team love what they do.



Don't miss your chance to work in our outstanding academy or to discover how you can make a significant impact on your own, and our students', future... get in touch today!

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