Art Technician

Prospere Learning Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Manchester seeks an enthusiastic Art Technician for a part-time role at Chorlton High School. You will provide high-quality technical support to the Art department, ensuring a well-resourced learning environment. Collaboration with teachers is essential to promote students' creativity and success. This position is term-time only with a pro rata salary of £9,109 per annum, equivalent to £25,185 full-time. Join us in inspiring and shaping the next generation of artists.

Benefits

High quality CPD for all roles

Bupa Level 1 Health Plan

Generous Pension Contribution

Good holidays

Cyclescheme

Employee Assistance Programmes

Credit Union

Flexible working options

Mental Health First Aid

Blue Light Card

bYond cashback card

Qualifications

• Experience in providing technical support within an Art department.
• Ability to prepare and maintain art materials and resources.
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to students and teachers in the Art department.
• Maintain and organize art rooms and equipment.
• Ensure the safe use of specialist art resources.

Skills

Technical support

Art equipment maintenance

Communication skills

Education

Relevant qualification in Art or Design

Tools

Specialist art equipment

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Art Technician to join our fantastic team at Chorlton High School.

This is a permanent part time post working 2 days/14 hours per week 8am-3.30pm, working days to be agreed, term time only plus three weeks. The pro rata starting salary is £9,109 per annum, full-time equivalent is £25,185 Grade 3.

We’re looking for:

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Art Technician to join our creative team on a part-time basis. Working under the direction of teaching and senior staff, the successful candidate will provide high-quality technical support to the Art department, helping to create an inspiring, safe, and well-resourced learning environment for our students.

This role plays a key part in supporting students to become creative, confident, and successful learners, while contributing positively to the wider life and ethos of the school.

Main purpose of the job:

To work collaboratively with teaching and associate staff to support students in becoming creative, happy, and successful learners. Under the direction of senior staff, the postholder will provide technical support within the Art department, including the preparation, maintenance, and safe use of resources and equipment, making a positive contribution to the effective delivery of the curriculum and the wider work of the school.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Support pupils in accessing learning activities under the guidance of the teacher and provide appropriate feedback on progress and achievement where required.
• Prepare, maintain, and organise art rooms to ensure a purposeful, orderly, and productive working environment.
• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation and safe use of specialist art equipment, tools, and materials.
• Provide practical support to teaching staff by responding efficiently to requests and maintaining accurate records, data, and information.
• Promote positive behaviour and ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of pupils at all times.
• Monitor, manage, and catalogue stock within an agreed budget, including undertaking audits as required.
• Carry out routine maintenance, safety checks, and minor repairs to specialist equipment, arranging external repairs when necessary.
• Demonstrate and assist in the safe and effective use of specialist equipment and materials and support demonstrations or structured learning activities under appropriate supervision.
• Keep up to date with developments in art materials, technology, and equipment, supporting staff in evaluating new resources and equipment.
• Comply with all school policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety, security, and confidentiality, reporting concerns appropriately.
• Support equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring all pupils have equal access to learning opportunities.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team, attend meetings and training, and contribute positively to the ethos and aims of the school.
• Provide technical support beyond lesson time, including extracurricular activities, and offer short-term cover or assist with exam invigilation where appropriate.

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

How to Apply

Please follow the online application process to be considered, interviews will take place in person week commencing 2nd February.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff
• Good holidays teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
• Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk

Chorlton High School

Chorlton High School (CHS) is a diverse and innovative secondary academy committed to providing outstanding education. We are a mixed, multi-cultural, and multi-faith community with strong links to local primary schools, sixth form providers, further education colleges, and businesses.

Our students thrive on an exciting learning journey underpinned by academic rigour and creative flair. Driven by our core values, our dedicated staff ensure creativity, happiness, and success are central to every student’s experience. We aim to develop:

• SUCCESSFUL learners with foundations for lifelong success.
• CREATIVE learners who are imaginative risk-takers.
• HAPPY learners whose confidence comes from within.

CHS is recognised locally and nationally for educational excellence. Our ambitious and cutting-edge practices provide exemplary learning opportunities.

Our Ofsted reports (2011, 2016, 2021) highlight many ‘Outstanding’ features and our focus on nurturing and inspiring students;

‘Pupils enjoy coming to school because it is a caring and supportive environment where they flourish.’

‘Leaders and teachers collaborate across the Prospere Learning Trust to bring about purposeful, evidence-based change.' Ofsted 2021

Visit our website to learn more: Chorlton High School.

Job Application Information

Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application support, contact us at 0161 527 7953 or [e-mail].