We are looking for a Stage Technician (Grade 5) to join the National Theatre Stages Team on a 22 month fixed term contract.
This role is for those who are in the early years of their career and are looking to develop their skills in the field of stage craft, we are open to applicants who are graduates, completed an apprenticeship or have already worked in theatre through another route. Applicants should have a reasonable level of technical ability as they will be expected to work alongside the NT’s permanent in-house teams on a day-to-day basis, producing and running shows to National Theatre standards. By the end of the contract applicant should have gained enough skill and experience to confidently apply for full time stage technician roles.
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Previous experience in professional theatre
- Basic stage craft skills such as running show plots and stage carpentry
- A practical working knowledge of current Health & Safety on stage
- A basic awareness of rigging equipment and theatrical flying techniques
- The ability to work at height using access equipment
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
- 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 Monday 23rd June 2025 at 12 noon.
We are committed to treating all our employees with dignity and respect. We support our diverse workforce to thrive in an inclusive and supportive working environment that is driven by our organisational values, mission and vision.
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.