This developmental role provides opportunities for Lighting Technicians to gain professional experience within a large organisation as well as on-the-job training from the National Theatre’s Lighting team to help them develop a professional theatre career.
This is not a placement or apprentice position, and applicants should have a reasonable level of technical ability as they will be expected to work alongside the National Theatre’s in-house teams on a day-to-day basis, producing and running shows to National Theatre standards.
There is a 3-stage competency progression within Grade 5 and all starters join at Level 1. You will be assessed at pre-determined intervals during the contract period and should progress up to Level 2 then to Level 3.
It is expected that by contract end, you will have received the appropriate training and have the experience to apply for a skilled, professional Theatre Technician job (Resources Grade 4 by NT standards).
The successful candidates will have the following:
- Previous experience or training in a Lighting Technician role
- A basic understanding of electrical theory
- Working knowledge of theatre lighting for production and an understanding of lighting desk operation and control systems
- Basic competency in the use of tools for fabricating electrical props and maintenance
- Awareness and experience of health and safety legislation and practice
If that sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
To apply, please follow: https://jobs.nationaltheatre.org.uk/job/lighting-resources-technician-g5-3-5826262
The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Friday 13th March 2026 at 12 noon.
