Art Technician

Summary:

Art Technician role at a school offering A level and vocational courses.

About the School:

A school dedicated to providing high-quality education and support to students aged 16–19, fostering academic success and personal development. Committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, the school promotes a vibrant and innovative learning environment.

The Opportunity:

As an Art Technician, you will support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of specialist teaching and workshop facilities. This role is ideal for someone with practical making skills and an interest in art and design processes, working within a creative and collaborative department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the operation and maintenance of specialist teaching and workshop facilities.
• Assist in the organisation and management of wood, plastics, photography, printmaking, ceramics, and fashion and textiles resources.
• Ensure the safe and effective use of equipment, including laser cutters, bandsaws, sewing machines, and kilns.
• Collaborate with department staff to deliver a diverse curriculum across A-Level and vocational courses.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-ordered working environment in all workshop and studio areas.
• Provide technical support to students and teachers during practical sessions.
• Assist in the development and updating of workshop resources and materials.
• Work flexibly across different areas of the department to support teaching and learning needs.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Practical making skills and an interest in art and design processes.
• Experience working within creative workshop or studio environments.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Commitment to health and safety standards in a workshop setting.

Preferred

• Familiarity with workshop tools, equipment, and digital software such as Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with a range of art and design disciplines.
• Willingness to develop technical knowledge across different areas of the department.
• Previous experience in an educational or creative sector.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on full-time equivalent (part-time hours applicable).
• Comprehensive staff benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive learning community.