We are looking for a Lighting Technician (G5) to join the National Theatre Lighting Team on a 22 month Fixed Term Contract.
This developmental role provides opportunities for Lighting Technicians to gain professional experience within a large organisation as well as on-the-job training from the National Theatre’s Lighting team to help them develop a professional theatre career.
This is not a placement or apprentice position, and applicants should have a reasonable level of technical ability as they will be expected to work alongside the National Theatre’s in-house teams on a day-to-day basis, producing and running shows to National Theatre standards.
There is a 3-stage competency progression within Grade 5 and all starters join at Stage 1. You will be assessed at pre-determined intervals during the contract period and should progress up to Stage 2 then to Stage 3.
It is expected that by contract end, you will have received the appropriate training and have the experience to apply for a skilled, professional Theatre Technician job (Grade 4 by NT standards).
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Previous lighting operational experience in large-scale producing theatre or touring.
- The ability to carry out first-line maintenance and fault finding on modern lighting fixtures and control equipment.
- An awareness of current Health & Safety legislation including Electricity at Work, LOLER, PUWER, risk assessment and working at height.
- Good IT skills including the use of Microsoft Office and CAD software.
- Self-motivated, pro-active with the ability to work well with others.
If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!
Download the Job Description here.
Working with us will give you…
- Complimentary staff tickets for shows and guided tours, subject to availability and policy
- 25 days annual leave increasing up to 32 with length of service (plus bank holidays)
- Development Programmes via e-learning platform, and specialist in-person training relating to role
- Hybrid and flexible working, subject to agreement and policy
- Access to interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme partnership
- Enhanced sick pay
- Family Friendly policies including Family leave and Support leave
- Family-friendly employer – we are a member of Parents and Carers in the Performing Arts (PiPA)
- Pension schemes with Legal & General and NEST
- Sabbatical option, subject to agreement and policy
- On-site staff canteen and social facilities
- On-site occupational health support
- In-house mental health and wellbeing advisors providing workplace counselling and support
- Wellbeing programme of events, including mental health awareness, financial wellbeing, skills sharing and opportunities to get active
- Exclusive staff talks to hear more about NT productions, past and present, from leading practitioners
- Discounted access to National Theatre at Home
- Volunteer leave – one paid day per year to volunteer for your chosen charity
- Discounts in the NT’s bars, cafés, restaurants, and bookshop, as well as in local businesses (from Wagamama to gyms), on and around the South Bank
- Access to retailer discounted gift cards and a cash-back-on-spending card
Please note
The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Friday 21st February 2025 at 12 noon.
Our culture
The National Theatre continuously aims to create and retain a diverse and inclusive working environment that delivers opportunities for current and future employees. We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and want to ensure that all staff and individuals who wish to work with us are treated with dignity and respect, also in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Support & Adjustments
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies. If you would like to speak to someone about any adjustments or have any questions about the recruitment process, you can email recruitment@nationaltheatre.org.uk or call us on 02074523834.
People Department 2025