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Performing Arts Technician Apprentice NEW COLLABORATIVE LEARNING TRUST

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious candidate to join our dynamic team at the forefront of change and to make a real difference to raising standards of education in the local community. New College Pontefract delivers primarily A Level provision, alongside a number of Level 3 BTEC qualifications and some Level 2 provision.

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Closing date: 02 Sep 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,621.44

    £242.72 per week.

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday - the core hours are either 8am to 4pm or 8:30am to 4:30 pm.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    30 Months

  • Possible start date

    26 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    21 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000058970

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • The successful candidate will be able to work flexibly, have excellent problem-solving skills
  • Passionate about learning new skills and developing their knowledge as the apprenticeship progresses.
  • You will be required to set up, control and supervise instruments, PA and other equipment for events, concerts and productions (both inside and outside College) as and when required and operate light and sound support as appropriate.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • The succesful candidate will be studying Level 3 Live Event Technician
  • Blended learning approach with online and face-to-face sessions
  • Learning sessions will take place every 4-6 weeks
  • Your tutor will travel to your place of work to deliver the face-to-face sessions

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Temporary initally for the length of the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Initiative, Enthusiastic

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Grade C/4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Grade C/4) Desired
A Level or equivalent Performing Arts (Dance, Drama, Music ) (Grade Grade C) Desired

Things to consider

May involve some time outside of your usual working hours as an expectation of the post.

About the employer

New College is an outstanding place to work and study, regularly near the top of UK Sixth Form College results tables and awarded outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. With a dynamic, positive and supportive culture for staff and students, we have an enviable reputation for staff career progression and development. With over 2500 students, New College Pontefract is the founding member of the New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT). The Colleges and Schools within the Trust work closely together, presenting exciting opportunities for collaboration, support, development and progression. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious candidate to join our dynamic team at the forefront of change and to make a real difference to raising standards of education in the local community. New College Pontefract delivers primarily A Level provision, alongside a range of Applied General qualifications and some Level 2 provision.

Employer

NEW COLLABORATIVE LEARNING TRUST

Address

New College Pontefract Park Lane

Pontefract

West Yorkshire

WF8 4QR

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Training

Training provider

ACCESS TO MUSIC LIMITED

Contact

HR

human.resources@nclt.ac.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Live event technician

Level 3 (A level)

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