Technical Demonstrator; SFX

Location: High Wycombe –
Duration: 12 months –
Days per week: 3 days per week

Salary: £33,951 – £37,694 (pro rata)

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• a generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum (pro rata), plus bank holidays & closure days)
• training & development support opportunities
• contributory pension scheme
• discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
• a range of staff discounts with major retailers

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13 March 2026

25th March 2026

Job Title: Technical Demonstrator (SFX)

Faculty/Directorate: CIO Group

Grade: F

Location: High Wycombe

Hours: 0.6

FTE (3 days per week)

Responsible to: Technical Manager;
Art, Design, Media Production and Performance

Responsible for: N/A

Job Purpose: The purpose of the role is to provide theoretical and practical support to students in special effects, mould making and prosthetics. The post holder will practice an inclusive approach and support building an inclusive university community where people can be themselves.

Main Duties & Responsibilities Of The Role

• To demonstrate SFX techniques and processes to students either individually or in groups.
• Prepare equipment and materials for use by SFX students and lecturers including mould making using both silicone and fibre glass.
• To ensure that equipment is correctly stored and maintained, ensuring adequate supplies of consumables.
• To support students and staff and ensure they are confident and proficient in the safe use of software and equipment.
• To provide digital support to students as required.
• To assist with the presentation of project work.
• Preparation of materials for assessment.
• To maintain inventories of equipment and licences, identifying issues and reporting to senior colleagues as appropriate.
• To provide operational support to senior colleagues as and when required.
• To help to ensure all areas provide a clean, safe and secure working environment and satisfy relevant Health and Safety regulations, reporting any concerns to senior managers.
• To collaborate with colleagues across the wider Directorate to provide a customer‑focused service, playing a…