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ROYAL WELSH COLLEGE OF MUSIC AND DRAMA
Part of the University of Glamorgan Group
Facilities
Scenic Construction Supervisor - (Ref: RWC212)
Salary: £22,475 - £26,004 per annum
The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, based in the heart of Wales’ thriving and energetic
capital city is seeking two people to become part of the core team of the college’s construction
workshops one Scenic Construction Supervisor and one Scenic Construction Technician
The College has recently opened new, world-class facilities, including the outstanding Dora Stoutzker
Hall, Richard Burton Theatre and Linbury Gallery. These facilities complement the College’s existing
theatre spaces: the Bute Theatre and Caird Studio. These spaces have an extremely busy programme
of publicly performed dramatic plays and exhibitions that need continual support from the workshop
team. Under the direction of the Workshop Manager, and working alongside students of the Production
and Design Departments, the team will be responsible for the construction of all of the theatrical sets for
the busy programme within these spaces. All of the sets will be designed by students from the BA and
MA theatre design programmes to a highly professional standard and will be expected to be constructed
as such
The Workshops are situated in the Cardiff Bay area of the City and boasts some of the best facilities in
the country, being fully equipped to face the demands of the College whilst kept up to date with modern
trends and changes in practice, as would be expected of the National Conservatoire of Wales.
This is an unique opportunity to become part of an exciting and vibrant college and to play a major part
in the development of the industry’s future talent.
Ability to work a shift pattern is required, which will attract 10% allowance of hourly rate; however
flexibility is a requirement in the role in order to respond to working demands periodically throughout the
year which may require rescheduling of working patterns. As much advance warning of rescheduling will
be provided as possible.
CLOSING DATE: 27th April 2012
FURTHER PARTICULARS FOR THE POST OF SCENIC CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR
ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK
RWCMD has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
For academic and research vacancies or those that require highly specialised skills and qualifications,
we will often be able to obtain a ‘Certificate of Sponsorship’ for a suitably qualified applicant who is not
currently eligible to work in the UK, if there are no suitable ‘resident’ candidates i.e. European Economic
Area.
For vacancies that are not academic, research or highly specialist, however, it is extremely unlikely that
a certificate of sponsorship would be granted. It is an essential requirement that before submitting an
application form you confirm your eligibility by visiting the Home Office website
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk/. Here you will find useful information on the Points
Based Immigration System, along with a convenient Points Calculator.
ROYAL WELSH COLLEGE OF MUSIC AND DRAMA
RWCMD is the only institution in the UK that provides specialist conservatoire training in music, acting,
theatre design, stage management and arts management. We’re a diverse, inclusive community and
have a unique mix of students working alongside each other – musicians, actors, designers and stage
managers. Our students work in a down-to-earth, friendly environment and receive excellent levels of
support and encouragement from a wide network of professionals. We aim to help our students develop
their talents to the full and acquire the skills, knowledge and confidence to enable them to develop and
sustain a successful professional career.
Our graduates can be found working in theatres, opera houses, concert halls, film, TV and radio all
around the world – many at the leading edge of their profession and shaping the future of those
professions. Our teachers have a wealth of professional experience as both teachers and as leading
practitioners in the arts industry. The College collaborates with leading arts and cultural organizations,
visiting artists and directors to ensure that our environment reflects the current practices and conditions
of the professional world. We also draw on a prestigious roster of Honorary Fellows to inspire and
advise our students.
In June 2011 the College opened a £22.5 million suite of world-class training and performance facilities.
These will help ensure that the college continues to provide the highest possible conservatoire training.
The new facilities include the 400-capacity Dora Stoutzker Hall, the 180-seat Richard BurtonTheatre, as
well as four Acting and Movement studios and the Linbury Gallery in which the College will exhibit its
award winning design activity.
In the autumn of 2010 a new suite of programmes was launched to complement the existing
undergraduate and postgraduate courses. These included a new BMus programme with specialised
pathways n Vocal Performance, Instrumental Performance, Composition and Creative Music
Technology. Jazz Studies - a dedicated award - has been created at both undergraduate and
postgraduate level
A number of the programmes build on our well established and respected postgraduate diploma
awards. Several involve working across both the music and drama disciplines and have been developed
as a result of strategic industry partnerships. The programmes will be delivered by industry
professionals together with academic teaching staff who maintain their professional profile through
research and scholarly activity.
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MA Acting for Stage, Screen & Radio
MA Musical Theatre
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MA Opera Performance
MA Theatre Design
MA Stage Management
MA Events Production
MA Scenic Arts & Construction for Stage & Screen
The developments in the portfolio will ensure that future graduates of the College are equipped with the
very best skills needed to meet the changing needs of industry and to provide employers with the
flexible and creative workforce they require.
In 2007, the College entered into a strategic alliance with the University of Glamorgan becoming part of
the University of Glamorgan Group.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible to: Workshop Manager
Main purposes of job: The Scenic Construction Supervisor will assist the workshop manager in
ensuring high quality workshop support for all internal and external staging relating elements within the
context of a national vocational performing arts training institution
Principal responsibilities & duties:
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To provide a senior level of workshop support for all events and activities in the venues and
spaces of the College including occasional external venues.
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To support the Workshop manager in the recruitment and supervision of casual workshop staff.
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To construct scenic elements for college activities and third mission work.
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To supervise/co ordinate loading, get in, fit up and get out for college activities.
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To co ordinate construction of scenic elements for college activities and third mission work.
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To carry out all duties in accordance with the College’s Health and Safety policies and
relevant legislation and work in such a way as to promote a culture of safety.
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To ensure the effective and efficient operation, maintenance and inventory of facilities and
equipment in the workshop.
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Co ordination of the workshop staging stock items and furniture for internal or external hire.
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Advising the Workshop manger on stock levels and maintenance issues.
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To attend departmental and other meetings as required.
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To work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve the College’s corporate goals.
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To undertake any training appropriate to the post.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential
a) The ability to work in a well organised and methodical
manner, to plan and prioritize work and set and meet
deadlines.
b) The ability to make considered decisions calmly under
pressure
c) The ability to communicate effectively, calmly and
diplomatically with artistes, students and event staff and
sustain an enthusiastic approach under pressure
d) The ability to problem solve in a positive and creative way
e) Good communication skills, oral and written
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
f) A thorough knowledge of the workshop practices and
procedures required in a scenic workshop environment.
g) Knowledge of Health and Safety and associated regulations
in a workshop environment.
h) A sound knowledge of current IT applications, both general
and theatre based
i) Knowledge of relevant industry contexts
j) Understanding of, and commitment to, equal opportunities
EXPERIENCE
Essential
k) Significant professional experience of working at a senior
foreman level within workshop environment
l) Significant experience of scenic construction and
fabrication.
m) Significant experience of implementing Health and Safety
regulations within a workshop environment.
n) Experience of working with a range of art forms
o) Experience of working within budgets
TRAINING
Essential
p) A recognised qualification in the technical field or a related
field that supports and develops the skills and abilities for
the post
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
q) The flexibility to accommodate irregular working hours
r) The ability to respond appropriately to a wide range of client
needs
s) The ability to operate within a changing environment
t) A commitment to quality in the delivery of services
u) The ability to act as a supporter and advocate for the
College
v) A pleasant, professional and positive manner
Desirable
Desirable
Desirable
Desirable
w) Training in health and safety at
work legislation as it relates to
theatre practice
Desirable
x) Membership of the ABTT or
similar professional network
When completing the application form candidates are required to highlight their suitability for
the post by referring their application details to the essential/desirable requirements set out in
the Person Specification. This information will be used in deciding those to be shortlisted.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
The successful applicant will be appointed to the post of Scenic Construction Supervisor, in the service
of the RWCMD.
CONTINUOUS SERVICE
Your continuous service will commence on your first day of employment at RWCMD. RWCMD does
not recognise continuous service with other employers in any respect except in accordance with the
Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government, etc) (Modification) Order as
amended.
STAFF APPRAISAL AND DEVELOPMENT
You will be required to participate in the Staff Appraisal and Development Scheme for Support Staff.
This Scheme is the means by which your individual work objectives will be set, annually. It is also the
means by which your learning, training & development needs will be identified to support you,
throughout your employment with RWCMD, in the achievement of your objectives. The College expects
a commitment to such personal development from all its staff, and it is intended that this should be
planned, and effectively evaluated to assess its impact upon performance.
Staff Training & Development is therefore recognised as a fundamental part of the College’s Human
Resources Strategy and is an important key to the achievement of the College’s Vision and Strategic
Goals.
GRADE/SALARY
The post is graded Grade D, and the salary is currently £22,475 - £26,004 per annum. Common
practice is to appoint people to the minimum of the grade.
TENURE
This post is a permanent appointment.
PROBATION
New entrants to the service of the College are appointed subject to a probationary period of not
normally more than 6 months, during which time we will seek to confirm their suitability for the post.
MEDICAL CLEARANCE
All posts in the College are offered subject to medical clearance. If appointed, you will be required to
complete a questionnaire (confidential to the College’s Medical Adviser) detailing your medical history
and you may be requested to attend a medical examination.
HOURS OF WORK/WORKING ARRANGEMENTS
The post-holder will be contracted to work 37 hours per week.
However, a Scheme of Flexible Working Hours is in operation, and is based on 4-weekly Accounting
Periods of 148 hours. Staff are expected to arrange their times of work to have regard to personal
workload, the overall pattern of work in their work location, the wishes of the Head of Department and
cover for the Office Opening Hours (which are 0830 - 1700 Mondays - Thursdays, and 0830 - 1630
Fridays).
The successful applicant will be provided with a copy of the Operating Rules.
LEAVE
The annual leave entitlement is 22 days plus statutory and other holidays per annum.
PENSION ARRANGEMENT
You will have the option of joining the Local Government Pension Scheme and contributions will be
made at rates of between 5.5% and 7.5% of gross salary dependent into which pay band your salary
falls; or you can take out a personal pension with an approved provider.
TERMINATION
The appointments are terminable upon one month’s notice from the individual or the College may give
you 1 month’s notice between 1 month and 4 years service; thereafter, one week's notice for each year
of service, up to a maximum of 12 weeks notice.
HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
ALL STAFF
All staff are responsible for the health and safety of both themselves, and others upon whom they may
have an effect. All staff must co-operate with the University in achieving its Health and Safety
objectives. More detailed generic responsibilities are included in Appendix 7.3 of the University health
and safety policy.
LINE MANAGERS
All staff are responsible for the health and safety of both themselves, and others upon whom they may
have an effect. All staff must co-operate with the University in achieving its Health and Safety
objectives.
Additionally, each Line Manager is responsible for the detailed adoption of the University's Health and
Safety Policy, within their span of control. More detailed generic responsibilities are included in
Appendix 7.3 of the University health and safety policy.
APPOINTMENTS PROCEDURE
Referees
Candidates should note that the Univeristy of Glamorgan Group normally contacts referees for those
shortlisted without further advice to candidates.
If you do not wish a referee/s to be contacted, prior to interview, you should state this clearly.
Internal candidates should supply details of one referee only, being their Head of Department or Line
Manager.
External candidates will be asked to supply three referees.
PROGRESS OF APPLICATIONS
If you are successful in being selected for interview for the above post, you will be notified within 6
weeks of the closing date. If you have not heard by this date, then you should assume that your
application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
In the meantime, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in the Royal Welsh
College of Music & Drama, and to wish you luck in your application.
CLOSING DATE: 27th April 2012
Ref: RWC212