AV Technician - Kensington

AV Technician – Secondary School Location: Kensington, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, London Position: Full-Time, Permanent (Term Time Only or All Year Round options available) Salary: £28,000 – £34,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Start Date: ASAP / Next Term About the Role A highly regarded and prestigious secondary school in Kensington is looking to recruit an innovative and technical AV Technician to join their IT and Media Support team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the school’s audio-visual equipment, supporting daily assemblies, school productions, concerts, lectures, and digital signage, as well as providing technical guidance to teaching staff and students. Key Responsibilities Event Support: Set up, operate, and breakdown AV equipment (sound lighting, microphones, projection systems, and video streams) for assemblies, theatre productions, sports days, and external events. Technical Maintenance: Regularly inspect, test, maintain, and troubleshoot AV equipment across classrooms, halls, auditoriums, and drama studios. Staff & Student Support: Assist teachers with AV technology setup in classrooms, provide guidance on operating interactive screens, and support students during media or performance practical work. System Administration: Manage media production suites, live streaming software, digital signage networks, and AV asset registers. Health & Safety: Ensure all trailing cables, rigging, and electrical setups comply with school health and safety guidelines. Key Requirements Proven experience working as an Audio-Visual (AV) Technician, ideally within an educational, theatre, corporate, or live-event setting. Solid hands-on knowledge of sound mixing desks, stage lighting consoles, projectors, video cameras, and live streaming setups. Strong troubleshooting skills across both AV hardware and connected software (Windows/Mac platforms). Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a customer-service mindset when helping staff and guests. Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to complete one). What the School Offers State-of-the-art facilities, including modern auditoriums, drama studios, and tech suites. A supportive IT and Media infrastructure team. Outstanding transport links (District, Circle, and Central lines nearby). Excellent opportunities for ongoing professional training and career progression. How to Apply If you are a talented AV Technician looking for an exciting position at an outstanding school in Kensington, please submit your updated CV today!