Music Technician

**MUSIC TECHNICIAN -Required from February 2023**

This exciting position has arisen for a pro-active and creative individual to support our Music Department and Performances at All Hallows. Applicants must be able to: assist students with technical aspects of GCSE & A-Level compositions, operate PA / soundand lighting systems, carry out minor repairs, place orders and manage inventory. Experience of both Sibelius and LogicPro 9 are essential.

Salary range £18,835-£20,599 pro-rata (FTE £21,385-£23,387) dependent on experience and qualifications.

The position is term-time only plus two additional paid weeks to cover events (41 weeks per annum), 37 hours per week.

Closing date Friday 20 January 2023.

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**JOB DESCRIPTION: MUSIC TECHNICIAN**

**JOB PURPOSE**

Supportingthe Head of Music and music staff assisting with learning and teaching in the vibrant and highly successful Music Department at All Hallows.

**RELATIONSHIPS**

The post holder is primarily responsible to the Head of Music, but may also receive guidance and instruction from relevant Heads of Department, and the Headteacher. The post holder will also have the opportunity to work directly with the students (aged 11-18).

**OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES**

The general responsibilities of the Post Holder are as follows:
**S**upporting the department by means of training students on the relevant music technology (Logic Pro 9, Sibelius 7 & NoteFlight).
- Assisting with the supervision of Controlled Assessment for GCSE / AS / A2 coursework.
- Recording, editing and storing of all GCSE / AS / A2 coursework.
- Setting up and monitoring of internal and external music exams as well as other exams involving audio (such as languages / Languages).
- Sourcing and ordering of new / replacement audio / music / AV equipment for the department, including the repair of equipment where economical.
- Assisting with sound production / sound design across the school (Music Department, Drama Department and other shows).

**ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES**

Additional specific responsibilities are as follows:

- Managing the recording studio / editing suite.
- Providing training for staff and students in the recording studio / editing suite.
- Maintenance and upkeep of all the hardware and software in the recording studio / editing suite.
- Repair and maintenance of all studio equipment; drums, guitar amps, keyboards, headphones, cables, microphones, speakers etc.
- Recording, editing and producing CD’s of concerts and performances as required.
- Maintaining all A/V equipment across the department as well as in the Auditorium for assemblies.
- Setting up equipment and running equipment for Languages and Music GCSE exams.
- Settingup of PA systems, amps drum kits etc. for concerts, masses, rehearsals, assemblies, and events.
- Monitoring, upkeep and maintenance of sound systems across the school (Main Hall, Auditorium, Gymnasium).
- Training of sound and lighting technicians for sound systems in Main Hall and Auditorium.
- Organizing and running of sound for important events, sometimes out of school time.
- Assisting in the running of PA and providing general assistance on the Concert Tour or Musical.

The Post holder may be required to carry out other tasks or duties as reasonably requested by the Head of Department or Headteacher from time to time.

**SAFEGUARDING**

All Hallows Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils in school in accordance with the Children Acts 1989 and 2004, and the Education Act 2002. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment and will be expectedto undertake training as and when appropriate.

**HEALTH AND SAFETY**:
The person appointed must at all times work within the requirement of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, current Health and Safety legislation and the School’s and LA’s policies and procedures.
- All members of staff are expected to maintain an appropriate professional appearance in accordance with the agreed guidelines published in the Staff Handbook._

**GENERAL**

This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive description of the post, and may be reviewed and amended at any time in consultation with the post holder. The post holder will be expected to participate in appropriate staff training and developmentactivities.

**NOTE**

In the event of any disagreement concerning this job description, the matter should be raised with the Headteacher.

Contracts and Administration are organised through the Finance Department.