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The Criterion Theatre are looking for a Chargehand Electrician to work within the electrics department, responsible for the production’s sound and lighting and the realisation of technical services for all performances and events within agreed schedules and budgets.

https://ow.ly/4As750Y1xT9
February 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM
South Hampstead High School are looking for an energetic and motivated Theatre Technician to join their team and support this busy area of school life, providing assistance with setting up equipment, and ensuring AV, lighting, sound and power requirements are met.

Apply: https://ow.ly/1Qnr50Y7pk1
February 2, 2026 at 3:01 PM
New from The ABTT and @ukbapam: Guidance Note W101, Improving the Physical Health of Backstage Staff. Free resource for teams and freelancers: https://ow.ly/fmwP50XXSHn

#theatre #backstage #wellbeing #ABTT
Guidance Note W101 - Improving the Physical Health of Backstage Staff - Association of British Theatre Technicians
Please download this PDF document in order to use in your venue. If you require this document in an alternative or more accessible format please do email admin@abtt.org.uk
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February 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Glyndebourne Productions Ltd are currently recruiting for both Sound & Video Technicians and Assistant Sound & Video Technicians to join them for this years Festival.

Find out more and apply now here: https://www.abtt.org.uk/jobs/sound-video-technicians-at-glyndebourne-productions-ltd/

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February 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM
ONE-DAY CPD COURSE NOW BOOKING: ABTT Introduction to Health & Safety and Manual Handling. Hampshire, Fareham Live - 22 June 2026.

A practical course to ensure you keep yourself and your colleagues safe.

Book here: https://ow.ly/7UaQ50Y5nbW

#ABTTTraining
February 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM
RADA are looking for an experienced Wigs, Hair and Make-up Professional to share in the training of their technical theatre students and to participate in the preparation of the public shows at RADA.

Find out more and apply here: https://ow.ly/19Ng50Y4Hv7

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February 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM
One-day CPD Course: ABTT Fundamentals of Flying - Manchester, Royal Northern College of Music - 21 May 2026.

Courses can be taken alone or as part of the larger Bronze Award which is a SCQF Level 7 qualification which is recognised through the Industry.

https://ow.ly/uxbP50Y5myY

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February 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM
The Barbican Centre are looking for an experienced Assistant Technical Manager, Business Event (ATMBE) to support the Technical Manager in planning, directing and managing the technical delivery of the Barbican Business Events program of over 350 commercial events.

More: https://ow.ly/8IFM50Y11ux
February 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM
As a part of the Donmar’s CATALYST training programme, the role is an opportunity for outstanding, early-career artists to receive bespoke training, both practical and observational, by assisting the Designer to realise the lighting design for a Donmar production.

https://ow.ly/CPk650Y1xRj
January 31, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The Royal Ballet and Opera are looking to appoint a Technician to join their Flys (Automation) team to ensure that the operational and production requirements of rehearsals and performances are met to the highest standards.

Learn more and apply here: https://ow.ly/qnUM50Y4Hnj

#ABTTjobs
January 31, 2026 at 3:00 PM
South Hampstead High School have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Technical Manager with excellent technical skills and production experience to play a key role providing lighting, sound and operational support for a variety of productions.

Details & more: https://ow.ly/iHh050Y3Eik
January 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM
New Wimbledon Theatre (part of ATG Entertainment) are looking for a Head of Stage to provide leadership on all day-to-day aspects of the stage infrastructure within the theatre relating to both the production and the building.

Find out more and apply here: https://ow.ly/y5Bp50Y114b

#ABTTjobs
January 31, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Glyndebourne Productions Ltd are currently recruiting for both Lighting Technicians and Assistant Lighting Technicians to join them for this years Festival.

Find out more and apply now here: https://www.abtt.org.uk/jobs/seasonal-lighting-technicians-at-glyndebourne-productions-ltd/

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January 30, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Alive Corn Exchange, Kings Lynn are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Technician to help bring unforgettable experiences to life.
Find out more and apply here: https://ow.ly/99Mo50Y111l

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January 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre is seeking a skilled and committed Automation Operator to join the Stage Department for a production as part of their 2026 season.

Find out more and apply here: https://ow.ly/wPJT50Y11zB

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January 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Now booking: ABTT Bronze Award for Theatre Technicians – Manchester, Royal Northern College of Music, 18-22 May.

A five-day course which gives candidates knowledge & understanding of best practices & is a SCQF Level 7 qualification.

https://ow.ly/kSn950XXSH1

#ABTTtraining
January 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Due to widespread instances of top venting blank firing weapons being converted to fire projectiles, including confirmed use in homicides, UK law enforcement agencies have identified them as one of the most significant firearms threats to public safety.

Read more here: https://ow.ly/EPsV50Y5PAl
January 30, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre is seeking a skilled and committed Automation Operator to join the Stage Department for a production as part of their 2026 season.

Find out more and apply here: https://ow.ly/nJaO50Y0uB8

#ABTTjobs
January 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Recent enforcement action by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) against a major UK university has underlined the seriousness with which work-related stress is now being treated under health and safety law.

Read more here: https://ow.ly/qIRP50Y5imM

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January 29, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Join RADA's busy Costume Department

they are looking someone with at least three years’ experience within a wardrobe environment to join their costume department and to support its smooth running.

Find out more and apply here: https://www.abtt.org.uk/jobs/costume-assistant-at-rada/

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January 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The Southbank Centre are currently recruiting a Duty Support Technician to play a significant role in the production team in implementing the technical requirements of promoters, artists and other key stakeholders.

Find out more and apply here: https://ow.ly/qaxM50Y1xSJ

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January 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Discover industry job opportunities with us!
Looking for your next role in technical theatre? The ABTT's jobs board features current vacancies across the UK, from technicians to management positions

🔗 Visit the jobs board: https://www.abtt.org.uk/industry-jobs/

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January 29, 2026 at 12:00 PM
The Unicorn Theatre are looking for a proactive, multi-skilled Senior Technician (Sound and AV) to support the smooth running of the Unicorn Theatre’s busy Production department.

Find out more and apply here: https://ow.ly/L6m650XZC6N

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January 29, 2026 at 9:00 AM
This is a hugely exciting opportunity to be a key part of the team at the new Soho Theatre Walthamstow.

You will be integral in supporting activities in this beautiful Grade II listed building, including the 1000 seat theatre, studios and front of house spaces.

https://ow.ly/bOFt50Y05rQ

#ABTTjobs
January 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Wilton’s Music Hall are looking for a Head of Technical and Facilities to lead on all technical and facility aspects of Wilton’s Music Hall and manage the Deputy Technical Manager, Duty Technician and all freelance technicians.

Find out more and apply here: https://ow.ly/G2HO50XXSfY

#ABTTjobs
January 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM