DT and Art Technician

Suffolk County Council; Eye; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Stradbroke High School is looking for a DT and Art Technician to support and maintain the art room, kiln, food room and workshop equipment. You will work across Art, DT and Food domains, ensuring materials and consumables are prepared and available for lessons.

The role is permanent, part-time (26 hours per week) with a start from November 2026. A practical background in an art/design environment and the ability to follow instructions while using initiative are essential.

Qualifications

• The professional competencies expected of a technician and first aider are:
• ability to solve straightforward problems
• exchange information with pupils, teachers and other technicians
• uses hand/eye co-ordination and dexterity in the preparation of materials or use of equipment
• works from instructions but makes minor decisions involving the use of initiative. Problems are referred to a line manager. Little close supervision is necessary beyond that provided by working arrangements and methods
• responsible for careful use of expensive equipment
• prepare equipment and resources as required
• may keep basic financial records
• provide first aid for students as part of a rota.

Responsibilities

• Stradbroke High School seeks to appoint a motivated Art, DT and Food Technician to join our flourishing departments to support and maintain the art room, kiln, food room, workshop equipment and consumables.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication with pupils/teachers

Dexterity

Initiative

Tools

Art room equipment

Kiln

Workshop tools

Job description

• Hours: 26 hours per week
• Contract: Permanent. Required from November 2026
• Reference: 5347

Stradbroke High School is looking for a DT and Art Technician.

Stradbroke is an exceptional community school with a real family feel. As one of the highest performing schools in the region, Stradbroke combines high standards of education with high levels of pastoral care. We provide a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities for students and proudly fulfils SET’s vision of providing a world class education locally. We aim to be a centre of excellence for learning and teaching, where all students achieve the highest standards in their education, their personal development, their behaviour and conduct.
Stradbroke High School seeks to appoint a motivated Art, DT and Food Technician to join our flourishing departments to support and maintain the art room, kiln, food room, workshop equipment and consumables. You will possess sound knowledge and experience in an art or design work environment.

The professional competencies expected of a technician and first aider are:

ability to solve straightforward problems

exchange information with pupils, teachers and other technicians

uses hand/eye co-ordination and dexterity in the preparation of materials or use of equipment

works from instructions but makes minor decisions involving the use of initiative. Problems are referred to a line manager. Little close supervision is necessary beyond that provided by working arrangements and methods

responsible for careful use of expensive equipment

prepare equipment and resources as required

may keep basic financial records

provide first aid for students as part of a rota.

If you have qualifications and previous experience required for a technician, please get in touch.

The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.