Art Technician - Studio Prep & Ceramics (Term Time)

Marchant Recruitment; London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an Art Technician for a thriving secondary school in Hammersmith, West London. You will support the Art & Design Department, preparing studios, maintaining equipment, and assisting students across GCSE and A-Level projects.

This full-time, term-time-only role starts ASAP/next term and involves ensuring safe workshop environments, managing materials, and helping organise exhibitions while upholding COSHH and health-and-safety standards.

Qualifications

• Background or degree in Art, Fine Art, Ceramics, Textiles, or related discipline.
• Previous experience as an Art Technician in an educational setting or studio environment is desirable.
• Knowledge of art techniques including printmaking, ceramics/kiln operation, and darkroom/digital art equipment.
• Excellent organisational skills and creativity; ability to work independently and in a department.

Responsibilities

• Studio & Workshop Preparation: set up equipment, media and tools for daily lessons and exams.
• Kiln & Clay Management: prepare clay, load and operate kiln safely, assist with firing/glazing.
• Display & Exhibitions: mount and display student artwork and assist with art exhibitions.
• Health & Safety Compliance: ensure COSHH compliance and safety checks in studios and prep rooms.
• Stock & Resource Management: monitor consumables and manage art supplies.

Skills

Organisational skills

Artistic flair

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Art/Design degree

Tools

Ceramics kiln

Printmaking tools

Darkroom equipment

Digital art equipment

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an Art Technician for a thriving secondary school in Hammersmith, West London. You will support the Art & Design Department, preparing studios, maintaining equipment, and assisting students across GCSE and A-Level projects.

This full-time, term-time-only role starts ASAP/next term and involves ensuring safe workshop environments, managing materials, and helping organise exhibitions while upholding COSHH and health-and-safety standards.