Art and Design Technician

Oaks Park High School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Oaks Park High School seeks an enthusiastic Art & Design Technician to inspire and support students in a vibrant and creative environment. This role offers professional development and the chance to work within a dynamic department focused on learning and collaboration, making a real difference in education.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Access to excellent modern facilities

Supportive multicultural community

Medical and well-being support for all staff

Qualifications

• Motivated individual with creativity and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students in their Art & Design studies.
• Collaborate with the Art & Design team.
• Maintain a positive learning environment.

Skills

Passion for Art & Design education

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Time management abilities

Good ICT skills

Job description

Art & Design Technician

35 hours per week, term time only.

Scale LBR4 Points 7-10, pro rata of full time equivalent per annum (£29,346-£30,630)

Are you passionate about Art & Design and eager to inspire the next generation of creatives? Do you want to play a key role in supporting young people while developing your own skills within a dynamic and successful department?

We areseeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Art & Design Technician to join our Art & Design team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference in a thriving and creative learning environment.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking a motivated individual who can bring energy, creativity, and strong organisational skills to the role. The ideal candidate will have:

• A genuine passion for Art & Design education
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• A positive and professional approach to working with students and colleagues
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Good ICT skills to support teaching and learning
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills, with a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development

What We Offer:

• Oversubscribed 11-18 mixed comprehensive school with 300 students per year group (Year 7-11) and approx. 400 students in the Sixth Form.
• Highly regarded for outstanding pupil behaviour and a purposeful learning environment
• Professional development opportunities to support your career advancement.
• Access to excellent modern facilities that enhance the learning experience.
• An ambitious and supportive multicultural community that keeps our child-centred philosophy at the heart of everything that we do.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment focused on "Learning Together, Achieving Together."
• Medical and well-being support for all staff, provided at no cost.

Location: The school is centrally located in the London Borough of Redbridge. There are excellent transport links to central and outer London, with Newbury Park station (zone 4 on the Central Line) only a four minute walk away.

Application Deadline: 9am on Friday 20th June 2025. Early applications are welcome.

Safeguarding:

Oaks Park High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. As such, all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates are required prior to interview, to disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Non disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily prevent you from employment depending on the offence(s).

Shortlisted candidates will also be required to bring their current DBS certificate with them to interview. References from the previous and current employer (Headteacher if the candidate currently works in a school) will be requested and appointments can only be made upon receipt of satisfactory references and a newly applied for Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check from the Disclosure and Barring Services.