Art & Photography Technician

Greenford High School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenford High School is seeking an Art & Photography Technician to manage and deploy art resources, assist staff, and support students in photography coursework. The role includes maintaining safety standards, organising displays, and helping run exhibitions and clubs.

The technician will work under the Head of Art, contributing to overall school ethos and collaborative departmental display projects, including GCSE/A-Level support.

Qualifications

• A good education to GCSE level or equivalent including English and Maths (essential).
• Photography packages i.e. Photoshop (essential).
• Higher level education / qualification (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials/resources and clear away equipment; operate related machines.
• Assist teaching staff with demonstration lessons and practicals.
• Organise and display students’ work and contribute to school exhibitions.
• Maintain safety standards in the department and manage stock records.
• Provide technical support for camera equipment and photography coursework.
• Run an art club at lunchtime or after school.
• Support GCSE and A-Level lessons with structured assistance.

Skills

Liaise with teaching staff

Effective communication

Work under pressure

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Higher level education desirable

Tools

Photography software Photoshop

Job description

Job Description

Responsible to: The Art & Photography Technician will work under the supervision of the Head of Art. The technician will be expected to carry out the following duties within the department:

Job purpose: To be responsible for managing, maintaining and deployment of the art and photography resources. To work collaboratively on the whole school display and to contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school.

Main responsibilities:

• Preparation of materials/resources (incl clay) as directed and clearing away equipment. This entails the use of machines and equipment.

• Assist teaching staff with demonstration lessons and practicals.

• Organise and display students’ work.

• Prepare and help deliver school exhibitions and awards evenings,

• Oversight of specialised teaching areas, stores and / or preparation rooms & arrangements for maintenance and repair services to equipment and working surfaces.

• Assist in the maintenance of safety standards in the departments.

• Contribute to the planning, development and organisation of systems, procedures and policies as required.

• Provide support to students to achieve learning goals.

• Provide technical support for students and staff with camera equipment and photography coursework.

• Work with students individually or in small groups

• Supervising students between 3pm and 4pm to enable coursework to be completed.

• Supporting the photography of whole school events and projects.

• Provide structured support, particularly with GCSE and A-Level lessons.

• Maintenance of stock and breakage records, catalogues and user manuals.

• Manage and record the loaning of photographic equipment to students and staff

• Ordering, receiving, and accounting for new materials, resources and equipment.

• Photograph students work for examination prep and other submissions.

• To ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times.

• The post holder is expected to be able to adapt his / her work to address the specific needs of the students.

• Run an art club at lunch time or after school

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

• A good education to GCSE level or equivalent to include English and Maths. (essential)

• Photography packages i.e. photoshop. (essential)

• Higher level education / qualification (desirable)

Professional Knowledge and Experience

• Experience of working in a school environment (essential).

• Experience of face-to-face communication with young people (essential)

• Knowledge of art equipment, including risk assessments.

• Knowledge of clay work and using the kiln.

• Knowledge of the implications for working in a multicultural environment (essential)

• Knowledge and understanding of issues related to equal opportunities and their implications for schools (essential)

Professional Skills

• Ability to liaise with teaching staff and work in co-operation with colleagues (essential).

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing (essential)

• Ability to successfully encourage students to the highest standards of individual achievement (essential)

• Ability with word processing, spreadsheets and navigating the internet (essential)

• Ability to work calmly, carefully, and efficiently under pressure (essential).

• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with students and staff (essential).

Educational Commitment

• Commitment to the welfare of every child and to the school’s child protection and safeguarding policies and procedures.

• Willingness to learn.

• Commitment to the promotion of positive images and equality of opportunity for all students, irrespective of gender, sexuality, disability, or ethnicity.

• Commitment to the school’s aims, Mission Statement and Code of Conduct.

• An understanding of e-safety and a willingness to deal with any issues that may arise.

• Commitment to the achievement of quality in education through Continuous Professional Development.

• Commitment to providing a supportive environment for the students, particularly for those with special educational needs.

• Commitment to using the VLE/ICT for the benefit of students’ learning.