Job Overview
Radley College is looking for a talented, practical and creative individual to join our theatre team. This is a unique opportunity for someone who loves both building and creating. One day you might be constructing a Victorian street scene, the next painting a giant backdrop, creating props, or transforming the theatre for one of our ambitious productions.
Working closely with staff and students, you will play a key role in helping bring performances, events and artistic projects to life. The role is and involves working from concept through to completion on set builds, props, and visual production elements. You will collaborate closely with the Theatre Technical Manager, Costume Designer, and Director of Drama, contributing both creatively and practically to productions.
Duties
Co-Curricular Productions and Events
- To be involved in the design process with regard to set construction, set painting and backstage management
- To work with the Theatre Technical Manager to logistically fit the construction to the performance space – initially with a box set prior to marking-up and construction
- To liaise with the Theatre Technical Manager to arrange the resources necessary to create the design (such as paints, timber, screws)
- To realise the set design in collaboration with the Theatre Technical Manager following a brief by the director, including any research necessary to achieve this
- To problem-solve logistical issues in regard to construction and scene changes as and when they happen and modify where necessary
- To manage time effectively, ensuring builds are completed in good time prior to productions
- To create specific paint effects (such as brick work and logos) and detailed backdrops
- To liaise with the Costume Designer to make props as required
- To fabricate furniture as required
This role provides an engaging environment where creativity meets technical craftsmanship in theatre production. We welcome passionate individuals eager to contribute their artistic talents within a collaborative setting.
The successful candidate will benefit from a competitive salary and a range of staff benefits, including a contributory pension scheme, death-in-service cover, and a generous sickness scheme. They will also have access to free meals during term time, free on-site parking, discounted membership to the College’s sports centre and golf course, and an Employee Assistance Programme to support wellbeing. In addition, the term-time only nature of the role provides approximately 17 weeks of school holiday each year, making it an attractive opportunity for those seeking flexibility alongside a rewarding career in theatre production.
PLEASE NOTE- In order for us to consider your application, you must complete the full application via this link : https://mynewterm.com/jobs/123300/EDV-2026-RC-12021
Pay: From £29,522.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
