Salary:
£29,588 per annum
37 hours per week, permanent
Closing Date:
23.59 hours BST on Sunday 16 August 2026
Interview Date:
Tuesday 22 September 2026
Our statutory commitments
AUB is committed to meeting its legal obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and to securing lawful freedom of speech and academic freedom in accordance with the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act 2023. We are committed to providing a working and learning environment that is fair, respectful and free from unlawful discrimination.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community and, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, particularly encourage applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds and people who are disabled, who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
AUB holds the Silver Award from Inclusive Employers in recognition of our work to support inclusive practice across the University.
Our commitment to Safeguarding
AUB is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding. We take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety and welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk who engage with us, as well as those who work with them.
About the role
With a history spanning over 50 years, Bournemouth Film School (BFS) sits at the heart of Arts University Bournemouth and brings together the disciplines of acting; animation; costume; creative writing; dance, movement and creative practice; film production; games art and design; and make-up, hair and prosthetics. Courses are modelled on contemporary industry practice, contextualised by a philosophy of practical learning in an academic environment.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Set Construction Technician Demonstrator with significant experience in carpentry, joinery and scenic construction for theatre, film or television production. The successful candidate will play a key role in the construction, installation and dismantling of sets and scenic elements, supporting both teaching activities and student productions across Bournemouth Film School.
You will provide practical expertise and guidance to students and staff, helping to translate set designs into safe, functional and high-quality built environments. Confident in the use of woodworking machinery, hand and power tools, you will be able to interpret design plans, manage materials effectively and support all stages of the set build process from fabrication through to installation and strike.
A key responsibility of the role is the promotion of safe working practices. You will create risk assessments, deliver health and safety inductions and equipment training, ensure compliance with relevant legislation and University policies, and maintain a safe, well-organised workshop environment. You will also support the inspection, maintenance and safe operation of tools, machinery and workshop facilities.
Working closely with academic and technical colleagues, you will support learning and teaching through demonstrations, workshops and project supervision, helping students develop industry-standard construction skills. In addition, you will contribute to the management of workshop resources, materials and equipment, ensuring they remain available, serviceable and fit for purpose.
This role would suit an experienced set builder, carpenter or joiner with a passion for craftsmanship, health and safety, and supporting the next generation of creative practitioners.
Ideally educated to undergraduate degree level, you must hold a minimum level 3 qualification in a relevant subject, and GCSE, minimum grade C/5 or equivalent, English and Maths. The successful candidate will be encouraged to participate in continuous professional development to ensure subject knowledge and experience is maintained in-line with technology developments and industry trends.
Experience of supporting learners in a further or higher education context would be advantageous.
You will need to be flexible in your approach to the working day and environment as this varied post supports a diverse range of individuals and will entail evening and weekend working. Travel between university sites, and to venues and filming locations will be necessary, for which holding a full UK driving licence, or being able to obtain one within a specified period following appointment is essential.
Our benefits
In meeting your performance expectations, you’ll receive an annual salary increase in line with the grade of your role. An annual cost of living uplift will be applied, the timing and implementation of which are subject to the University’s decision. AUB provides generous holiday entitlement, and you will be enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (professional services staff) or the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (academic staff) from day one of employment. Along with subsidised bus travel, cycle to work and annual savings schemes, our broad range of benefits can be explored on the AUB careers website
AUB has an agile working policy, and flexible working can be considered. If you require support with your application or have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please email [email protected] . If you are disabled, we are committed to supporting you with any reasonable adjustments you require, so please email [email protected] and we’ll be in touch.
Visa Sponsorship
This position does not meet the UKVI salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must therefore demonstrate their right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
