Part time (18.5 hours p/w) - Permanent - High Wycombe
Salary - £32,332 - £36,024
Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That's why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.
Our University's DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.
We have an exciting opportunity for an individual skilled in Costume design and construction to join our Technical and Simulation Resources team. The purpose of the role is to provide the highest levels of service to staff and students as they turn designs and ideas into reality, using a range of materials and processes, following safe working practices at all times.
You must have excellent theoretical and practical knowledge of the costume industry, be industry and workshop experienced and be able to supervise student activity, providing assistance where needed. This includes demonstrating techniques using a variety of materials and equipment. You will also be responsible for workshop Health and Safety, maintaining a stock of consumables and supplies, preparing teaching materials, and equipment maintenance. A good understanding of the costume construction process is essential.
What we offer:
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If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University's values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information about this role please contact Enrico Garofalo at [email protected].
All applications are to be made in full and online.
BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU'S workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.
Closing Date: 22 November 2024
Interview Date: W/C 2 December 2024
If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process. The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.
Location
High Wycombe
Contract Type
Permanent
Salary Range
£33,232 - £36,924
Hours per week
18.5
Closing Date
22/11/2024
Ref No
1633
Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Technical Demonstrator (Costume)
Faculty/Directorate: DTS
Grade: F
Location: High Wycombe
Hours: 18.5 hrs/week
Responsible to: Technical Tutor: Art & Design
Responsible for:
Job Purpose:
The purpose of the role is to transfer the skillset and knowledge required for the costume industry via practical demonstrations, and student support, using safe working procedures at all times; practicing an inclusive approach and support building an inclusive university community where people can be themselves
Main Duties & Responsibilities of the role:
PERSON SPECIFICATION
A = Application T = Test I = Interview
Education, Qualifications & Training
Means of Testing
Educated to A Level standard or equivalent
A
Relevant technical qualification eg, HND, BA
A
Knowledge & Experience
Delivering an excellent customer experience
A/I
Detailed knowledge of techniques or processes relevant to post.
A/I
Proven experience of managing multiple resource demands within an HE context
A/I
Proven experience of designing and making costume pieces.
A/I
Proven experience of working within teams
A/I
Understanding of budget management processes
A/I
Good working knowledge of relevant Health and Safety policies
A/I
Evidence of demonstrating complex specialist tasks and procedures
A/I
Experience of working in a Prototyping and Production workshop environment or, similar
A/I
Skills
Digitally able and proficient in Microsoft tools
A/I
Excellent communication skills
A/I
Excellent practical skills working with a range of materials
A/I
Empathy and Understanding
A/I
Good negotiation skills
A/I
Ability to work under pressure and against tight deadlines
A/I
Ability to make informed decisions
A/I
Special Requirements
To be prepared to work evenings and weekends when required.
A/I
To be willing and able to travel between sites as and when required
A/I
BBF (Top 3 key behavioural categories most applicable to the role)
MANAGING SELF AND PERSONAL SKILLS
DELIVERING EXCELLENT SERVICE
ACHIEVING RESULTS
Location
High Wycombe
Contract Type
Permanent
Salary Range
£33,232 - £36,924
Hours per week
18.5
Closing Date
22/11/2024
Ref No
1633