Art and DT Technician

St Aidan's Catholic Academy; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

St Aidan's Catholic Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Art & Design Technology Technician to provide specialist support within our Art & Design Technology departments. Working under teaching staff, you will prepare and maintain equipment, resources and materials to enable effective lessons.

You will also help ensure a safe learning environment, support staff and pupils during practical activities, and uphold the Academy’s Catholic ethos.

Qualifications

• Highly organised and able to work independently.
• Excellent practical and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in Art, Design Technology or creative subjects.
• Understands health and safety within practical learning environments.
• Can manage resources, equipment and budgets effectively.
• Committed to supporting the achievement and wellbeing of all pupils.
• Shares and supports the Catholic values and ethos of the Academy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain specialist Art & Design Technology equipment, resources and materials.
• Ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
• Support staff and pupils during practical activities.

Skills

Organised

Practical skills

Problem solving

Interest in Art/DT/creative subjects

Health and safety awareness

Resource and budget management

Supporting pupils' achievement and wel

Catholic values

Job description

St Aidan's Catholic Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and reliable Art & Design Technology Technician to provide specialist support within our successful Art & Design Technology departments.

About the Role

Working under the guidance of teaching staff and curriculum leaders, you will play a vital role in supporting the effective delivery of Art & Design Technology lessons. You will be responsible for preparing and maintaining specialist equipment, resources and materials, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment, and supporting both staff and pupils during practical activities.

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

• Is highly organised and able to work independently.
• Has excellent practical and problem-solving skills.
• Has an interest in Art, Design Technology or creative subjects.
• Understands the importance of health and safety within practical learning environments.
• Can manage resources, equipment and budgets effectively.
• Is committed to supporting the achievement and wellbeing of all pupils.
• Shares and supports the Catholic values and ethos of the Academy.

Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written signature to their application when circumstances allow. The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates. Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.