Ref: 001165
Curriculum Technician - Music
Crompton House Church of England School
Salary Grade: Grade 2
Hours: 20 per week, 4 hours a day
Contract: Permanent, Term Time plus 3 days
Location: Rochdale Road, Shaw, Oldham, OL2 7HS
Start Date: As soon as possible.
About Us:
Crompton House Church of England School is a dynamic and forward-thinking educational organization dedicated to delivering excellence in education across our academies. With a strong commitment to providing a clean, hygienic, and safe environment for pupils, staff, and visitors to the school.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Music Curriculum Technician to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and experienced professional to make a meaningful impact and work as part of a team or under their own initiative.
Key Responsibilities:
* Set up, deliver, and retrieve musical instruments, technology, and other equipment for lessons, ensuring timely readiness and correct storage afterward.
* Operate specialist equipment and computer packages (including audio/visual), such as configuring technology for music classes.
* Make audio recordings of student work and concerts, including setting up microphones and using recording software, followed by indexing and cataloguing.
* Assist teachers by taking part in demonstrations, supporting individual or small groups of pupils during practical activities, particularly in music technology software.
* Run sound for rehearsals and performances (e.g., Musical Productions), and develop a group of student technicians to manage the sound desk for events.
* Perform routine maintenance, safety checks, basic repairs, and cleaning of equipment and storage areas, as well as assisting with displays and invigilating exams.
Key Requirements:
* Promote and ensure the health and safety of students and colleagues by adhering to all relevant regulations and risk assessments for the use of specialist equipment.
* Operate recording systems for cataloguing, filing, inventories, and legal records, including those related to health and safety and equipment testing.
* Maintain an accurate inventory of all resources and equipment, monitor stock levels, and process incoming deliveries and associated invoices.
* Undertake various related administrative duties such as filing, photocopying, and providing required management information.
What We Offer:
* 24 holidays a year + bank holidays and the opportunity for a further 2 days per year.
* Opportunities for professional development and training.
* The chance to work in a supportive, collaborative, and innovative environment.
* A role where your contributions will directly impact the success of schools and students.
How to Apply:
Crompton House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment each successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks including references which will be sought prior to appointment.
The school will carry out an online search as part of their due diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 (para 221).
Please note: Due to safer recruitment requirements, we cannot accept CVs. Please use the application form that accompanies this advertisement.
Application forms should be posted to: Janet Slater at the above address or emailed to j.slater@cromptonhouse.org. A paper copy can also be requested from the school reception.
Closing Date: Friday 28th November 2025 12 noon
Interviews: w/c Monday 1st December 2025.