We are seeking a Theatre & Production Operations Technician to lead the day-to-day technical and operational management of the College Theatre and associated performance spaces, providing specialist technical support for curriculum delivery, productions, visiting productions, commercial venue hire, external events and wider College activities.

To apply for this role, you must have a good general education and ideally a HE Qualification in Technical Theatre, Production Arts, Live Events, Stage Management or related subject.

You will have knowledge of technical theatre lighting and sound systems as well as the ability to act as the lead technical contact for clients, visiting companies and external organisations.

The salary for this post is up to £30,340

Burnley College Sixth Form Centre provides first-class Further Education, University Education, Apprenticeship, business training and adult learning programmes, in the heart of Pennine Lancashire. Please also see our College Charter below.

At Burnley College, we celebrate the diversity of all our staff, students and visitors. We provide a safe and supportive environment in which everyone is able to study and work to the best of their abilities and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all.

The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Employment at the College is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post involving regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check.

To apply for this post, please complete the application form using the link below. If you experience any problems when completing the application form, please e-mail [email protected]

https://careers.burnley.ac.uk/applynow/

The closing date for this post is 12.00pm, Friday 30 October 2026.

The location for this role is on site delivery.

Please be aware that the College does not hold a Sponsorship Licence, and as such is unable to sponsor individuals for Skilled Worker Visas.

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