Art Technician

Teach Now; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Now is seeking an organised and practical Art Technician to join the creative arts department of a secondary school in Watford, supporting students aged 11–18 across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.

You will help keep practical art lessons running smoothly by preparing materials, tools and specialist equipment, maintaining studios and storage areas, and supporting teachers with demonstrations and practical activities.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of successful experience working in a school.
• Experience supporting young people in an educational setting.
• Good understanding of health and safety when handling practical materials and equipment.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
• The right to work in the UK and willingness to complete an enhanced DBS and other pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute art materials, tools and equipment for lessons.
• Support teachers with practical demonstrations, including printmaking and clay work.
• Keep studios, preparation areas and storage spaces clean, safe and organised.
• Assist with clay preparation and kiln work where appropriately trained.
• Monitor stock, order supplies and maintain accurate resource records.
• Help prepare displays, exhibitions and photographs of examination work.

Skills

Organisation

Health & safety

Attention to detail

Safeguarding

Job description

Art Technician

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Start Date: 02/11/2026

Salary: £29,540–£32,061 per annum (FTE), pro rata for hours and weeks worked

Grade: H6, Scale Points 14–19

Hours: 37 hours per week, term time plus 5 INSET days (39 weeks per year)

About the Role

Teach Now is seeking an organised and practical Art Technician to join the creative arts department of a secondary school in Watford, supporting students aged 11–18 across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.

You will help keep practical art lessons running smoothly by preparing materials, tools and specialist equipment, maintaining studios and storage areas, and supporting teachers with demonstrations and practical activities. This may include printmaking, clay preparation and kiln work where appropriately trained.

You will also monitor stock, order resources and help prepare displays, exhibitions and photographs of examination work. This is a varied role where strong organisation, attention to detail and an understanding of practical health and safety are essential.

The position would suit someone who enjoys working in a creative environment, has previous school experience and takes pride in helping students and teachers make the most of practical learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute art materials, tools and equipment for lessons.
• Support teachers with practical demonstrations, including printmaking and clay work.
• Keep studios, preparation areas and storage spaces clean, safe and organised.
• Assist with clay preparation and kiln work where appropriately trained.
• Monitor stock, order supplies and maintain accurate resource records.
• Help prepare displays, exhibitions and photographs of examination work.

Requirements

• At least 12 months of successful experience working in a school.
• Experience supporting young people in an educational setting.
• Good understanding of health and safety when handling practical materials and equipment.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
• The right to work in the UK and willingness to complete an enhanced DBS and other pre-employment checks.

Teach-Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance.