Deputy Technical and Buildings Manager

The Bush Theatre is looking for a creative, experienced, and enthusiastic Deputy Technical and Buildings Manager to work with the Technical department to realise the creative ambition of our productions, and are particularly interested in a candidate with a bias towards sound.

These terms are flexible and we are open to this being a part-time or fixed term role.

Hours: 35 hours per week, excluding an hour break across at least five days to include regular evening and weekend shifts (including a minimum of 2 evening duty technician shifts per week). Some weeks may require additional hours agreed with the Head of Technical and Buildings for which TOIL will be given.

Holidays: 30 days per annum inclusive of Bank Holidays

Rising to 31 days after two years' service

Rising to 32 days after four years' service

Probation: 1 month during probationary period, 3 months thereafter

Contract type: Permanent

Deadline for applications: 23:59 Monday 29 June 2026

First Interview date : To be confirmed

Second Interview date : To be confirmed

To work closely with the Head of Technical and Buildings to be responsible for the smooth and efficient day to day running of the technical aspects of the Bush Theatre's productions, events and related projects, with a focus on sound where required.

We want you to have the opportunity to really tell us about yourself and explain why this position is right for you in whatever way feels most appropriate. Send one of the following, alongside a basic CV:

• A personal statement (500 words max)
• Presentation - Keynote or PowerPoint
• Short video or sound file (5 minutes max)

All applications will be judged on content not on format. We have suggested some options above, but if you would like to suggest an alternative let us know.

• Tell us about your experience, skills and knowledge that mean you meet the person specification outlined in the Job Description; include demonstrative examples and achievements
• Tell us why this position interests you
• Tell us what you would bring to this role and the Bush Theatre
• Read the Job Description and Person Specification.

You can upload video or sound files using the We Transfer service . When using this service, please include the We Transfer link in your Breathe HR attachments by including the link in your CV or submitting it on a separate document.

If you have any need for this information in a different format please contact our People and Culture Manager, Dorothy Ekema-Walla by email or phone .

The value of equal opportunities runs through the heart of the organisation. Our diverse team and their range of experiences are vital to the Bush's success, but we still have work to do to make sure that Bush staff represent the communities we serve. We actively encourage people with different backgrounds to join us. We are particularly keen to receive applications from people of colour and disabled people who are currently underrepresented in our team. All disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria will be invited to interview. If you would like to apply through our Minimum Criteria Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please let us know. You can state anywhere in your application: 'I would like to apply through the Minimum Criteria Guaranteed Interview scheme' If you have any questions or need any of this information in a different format, please contact our People And Culture Manager, Dorothy Ekema-Walla, by emailing: or phone .

We actively encourage people with different backgrounds to join us and we are particularly keen to receive applications from people of colour and disabled people who are currently underrepresented in our team. All disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria will be invited to interview.