Production and Technical Manager required for a School Theatre The theatre is equipped to industry standards, and seats over 300 at stalls and balcony level. In addition to Drama teachers, the department comprises six technical, creative and administrative staff who mentor pupils in production, design and technical aspects of theatre-making. Pupils stage-manage and crew all shows. Hours: 9-5, but these flex when there are productions taking place in the evenings and occasional weekendsDutiesTo take overall responsibility for the daily operation and supervision of the theatre, ensuring it is wellmanaged, safe, and supportive of high-quality creative work by staff and students. The Production and Technical Manager will play a central role in managing the planning, coordination and technical delivery of the theatre programme. The post holder will manage all production requirements in the theatre and ensure production equipment and spaces are well maintained, meeting health and safety and legislative requirements. The Production and Technical Manager will also line manage all production support staff (including technical contractors) operating in the theatre. Leadership and Line ManagementLead the day-to-day operations of the theatre.Line manage permanent and freelance theatre staff, nurturing, allocating workload, supporting and developing their work.Conducting staff and freelance recruitment, carry out staff appraisals, manage rotas,annual leave requests, absence and TOIL ..... full job details .....