What we’re looking for

Are you looking for a vocational learning opportunity in an interesting and unusual work environment? Would you like a unique insight into what happens backstage at the theatre? Are you keen to learn more about Technical (backstage) roles within the Performing Arts?

If so, we are recruiting our very first Technical Apprentice at Scottish Ballet who will start working with us in Spring 2025. This is an opportunity for you to join our Technical team and work in a fun, creative and friendly environment. Informal mentoring and informal assessment are both key components.

We want to hear from you if you are ready to start your Technical Theatre career through on-the-job learning.

Scottish Ballet welcomes applications from all communities and backgrounds, building a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We provide specialist support for those who have experienced discrimination or face barriers to inclusion.

What you will learn

With support from both Scottish Ballet and Edinburgh College, the desired collective outcome (and individual benefit to you) will be the successful achievement of a Modern Apprenticeship SCQF Level 7.

Through a blend of (paid) work experience and learning outcomes, you will acquire key skills and confidence which will enable you to be a trusted team player working to a high standard, in line with both Scottish Ballet standards and the required Health & Safety standards.

Day-to-day, you can expect to get involved with our lighting, sound & video team, our  technicians and stage crew (e.g. scenic carpentry, metal fabrication, stage prop maintenance), our stage management team (who support both rehearsals and our live shows), and to support our wardrobe team (manual handling) too.

What you need to know

This is the very first time a Technical Apprentice will join us to learn and develop their confidence, their knowledge and professional skills through (paid) on-the-job learning.

The Technical team supports the smooth running and successful delivery of all of our touring productions, representing Scottish Ballet and indeed Scotland on a world stage.

In a nutshell, we want to hear from you if you:

• Have an interest in technical subjects
• Have sound computer skills
• Are a good communicator with a customer service approach
• Have a keen eye for detail, working to a high standard
• Work well as a member of a team, including positive working relationships
• Like working in a friendly environment, and interacting with lots of different people
• Enjoy a new challenge (a pragmatic and logical thinker)

It’s a full-time apprenticeship offered for a temporary two-year period:

• Salary is £21,840 per annum
• The role is full time (35 hours per week)
• Flexibility (with notice) of working hours to accommodate travel, touring, performances and other events in the evenings and at weekends
• This role is based in Glasgow at SB HQ, with requirement to travel with the Company on tour in the UK
• We offer great benefits including a competitive pension package, life assurance, 25 days of annual leave (plus an additional 9 Scottish public holidays), retailer discounts and a Cycle to Work scheme

Who we are

Scotland’s national dance company. We’re based in Glasgow and perform on stage and screen, nationally and internationally, promoting Scotland’s pioneering spirit far and wide. As well as bold new versions of the classics and ground-breaking commissions, Scottish Ballet runs an extensive community engagement programme fostering wellbeing and encouraging creativity through dance.

Find out more about us @ https://www.scottishballet.co.uk/about-us

About the role

A job description outlining key responsibilities is also available.

How to apply

Tell us why you want this job and why you think you’d be brilliant at it.

Along with this cover letter, please provide us with a CV detailing relevant transferable skills and/or experience, plus the details of two people who can provide a character reference for you. N.B. We will only contact those people if you are offered the opportunity.

Send these to recruitment@scottishballet.co.uk by 5pm on Friday 13 December 2024. Please note we intend to hold an open day at SB HQ for those shortlisted in December 2024.

Any questions please don’t hesitate to contact Katie Boyle, People & Wellbeing Officer at the above the email address.