Art Technician

Prospero Teaching; Waterford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching are recruiting an Art Technician for a secondary school in Watford. This practical role supports the Art department, preparing resources and helping students get the most from their lessons.

Responsibilities include preparing materials and equipment for lessons (printmaking and ceramics), supporting demonstrations, managing clay and kilns, keeping spaces safe and tidy, and photographing students' work. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school environment is essential.
• Ability to prepare materials and equipment for Art lessons.
• Confident working with young people and maintaining safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and equipment for Art lessons, including printmaking and ceramics.
• Support practical demonstrations and GCSE/A-Level students.
• Prepare and recycle clay, load/unload the kiln.
• Keep equipment, classrooms and storage areas safe and organised.
• Monitor stock and order supplies.
• Prepare displays and photograph students’ work.

Skills

Organised

Reliable

Good communication

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)

Tools

Art materials

Ceramics & kilns

Job description

Art Technician – Secondary School – Watford

Prospero Teaching is recruiting an Art Technician for a secondary school in Watford. This is a practical role supporting the Art department, preparing resources and helping students get the most from their lessons.

Your responsibilities will include:

Preparing materials and equipment for Art lessons, including printmaking and ceramics.

Supporting practical demonstrations and GCSE and A-Level students.

Preparing and recycling clay, loading and unloading the kiln.

Keeping equipment, classrooms and storage areas safe and organised.

Monitoring stock and ordering supplies.

Preparing displays, exhibitions and photographing students’ work.

We’re looking for someone organised, reliable and confident working with young people, with:

At least 6 months’ experience working in a school.

GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above, or equivalent.

Practical knowledge of art materials, equipment and safe working procedures.

Good communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Experience with ceramics and kilns would be particularly useful.

Appointment is subject to enhanced DBS and satisfactory safeguarding checks.