Art Technician (Uplands Academy)

East Sussex County Council; Wadhurst; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working approach

Staff recognition initiatives

Local Government Pension Scheme/TSPS

Generous annual leave

Wellbeing Support

Staff surveys and forums

Blue Light Card

Gym discounts

Free parking

Job summary

Uplands Academy in Wadhurst, East Sussex, is seeking a creative and committed Art Technician to support our Art Department. You’ll prepare resources, support projects and help create an inspiring learning environment for students.

This permanent post is part-time (20 hours per week, term-time only) with a 9am–2pm finish, Monday to Thursday (days may be flexible). The role is aligned to Grade 4, Points 9–10, with pro rata salary and a starting point around the identified scale.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in supporting art departments is desirable.
• Able to prepare resources and support project work in classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Support the Art Department in delivering resources and projects.
• Contribute to a creative and inspiring learning environment.

Job description

Hours of work: 20
Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: 10am Tuesday 15 September 2026

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

Start date: as soon as possible

Grade/Salary: Single Status Grade 4, Points 9-10 (starting point 9), currently £25,185-£25,583. Actual salary - £11,761

Contract: Permanent, part time, term time only, 20 hours per week, Monday – Thursday 9am – 2pm (days and times are flexible)

Are you passionate about art and creativity? We are looking for a creative and committed Art Technician to support our successful Art Department. You'll play a key role in helping students explore their artistic potential, preparing resources, supporting projects, and contributing to an inspiring learning environment. If you have a passion for the arts and enjoy bringing creative ideas to life, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits of working at Uplands Academy

• Flexible working approach
• Staff recognition initiatives
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher’s Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement (support staff)
• Access to Wellbeing Support through our Employee Assistance Programme, this includes free confidential telephone and face to face counselling
• Opportunities to share your views through staff surveys and forums
• Eligibility to access Blue Light Card and discounts
• Discounted use of Gym & Exercise Classes at Uplands Academy
• Free parking available onsite or within close proximity to all our schools

Uplands Academy a mixed 11-16 non-selective converter academy with approximately 835 students. Uplands is situated in Wadhurst, a small, rural town in East Sussex with traditional, independent shops in a warm and friendly local community. Wadhurst is close to Royal Tunbridge Wells which is approximately seven miles north with its bustling shopping centre, iconic landmarks and thriving social scene and fascinating architecture. Alot of our staff commute to us from a variety of places such as the south coast including Hastings and Eastbourne together with other locations across Kent and Sussex.

Uplands Academy, alongside Beacon Academy and Hailsham Academy, is proud to be part of MARK Education Trust. The acronym MARK was selected because staff who work in the Trust are motivated, ambitious, resourceful and knowledgeable. The Trust was established in September 2022 with the integration of Uplands Academy (formerly Uplands Community College) into the partnership with Beacon Academy. In September 2025, the Trust were delighted to welcome Hailsham Academy (formerly Hailsham Community College Academy Trust). Together, we are committed to building strong, cohesive teams dedicated to driving continuous improvement and innovation, ensuring our students thrive and our staff are empowered to deliver and develop with excellence.

At Uplands Academy, we are ambitious for excellence in all we do. Our vision is to provide the best possible education for all our students and to be an exceptional educational establishment for our community and nationally.

All schools within MARK Education 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. All successful candidates will be subject to disclosure and barring service checks along with other relevant employee checks.

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Additional Information

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.