DT/Art Technician

Mildenhall College Academy; Bulwell; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Mildenhall College Academy welcomes applications for a DT/Art Technician to provide technical support to meet the needs of the Design Technology and Art Faculty. The role is permanent and term-time only, with a 29.33 hour week across 39 weeks per year, working Mon Tue Thu Fri 9:00–15:45 and Wed 9:00–14:40.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, well organised and capable of working independently as well as with visitors, staff and students.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Flexible and collegiate approach to working

Responsibilities

• Preparation of rooms, studios or workshops.
• Maintenance and repairs to all equipment and facilities.
• Maintain stock levels of apparatus and materials and re-order as necessary through the established procedure, including keeping stock records and carrying out stock checks.
• Check deliveries and invoices and refer any queries to suppliers or administrative staff, as appropriate.
• Ensure that Health & Safety regulations and relevant legislation are observed.

Job description

Contract Type: permanent

Hours: 29.33 hours per week / 39 weeks per year (term time only) / (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9:00am to 3:45pm, Wednesday 9:00am to 2:40pm)

NJC Scale: 3-6

Actual Salary: £17,464 - £18,304 per annum / FTE Salary: £25,614 - £26,847 per annum

Expires: Monday 2nd November 2026 at 9am or sooner should we receive sufficient applicants.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Are you looking for a fantastic new opportunity?

Mildenhall College Academy is looking to appoint a DT/Art Technician. The role will require you to provide technical support to meet the needs of the Design Technology and Art Faculty.

About you: -

We are looking for a positive and committed individual who has excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, has a pro-active approach and the ability to work independently, as well as the ability to relate well to visitors, staff and students. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills within a friendly team.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and well organised and will undertake the following duties:

• Preparation of rooms, studios or workshops.
• Maintenance and repairs to al equipment and facilities.
• Maintain stock levels of apparatus and materials and re-order as necessary through the established procedure, including keeping stock records and carrying out stock checks.
• Check deliveries and invoices and refer any queries to suppliers or administrative staff, as appropriate.
• Ensure that Health & Safety regulations and relevant legislation are observed.

Candidates must have excellent communication skills, a flexible and collegiate approach to working. We welcome applications from ambitious candidates, keen to make a difference who have a genuine passion and belief in the potential of every student.

Why choose Mildenhall College Academy?

We have a key focus on staff well-being, with a number of initiatives in place across the academy including bespoke departmental marking and assessment policies which have dramatically reduced teacher workload. If you want to inspire, aspire, and achieve, come, and join something special and make your mark.

We aim to provide our young people with the qualifications, skills, and attributes to have a successful and happy life.

In return,

• fantastic Professional Development opportunities
• a comprehensive employee benefits package
• shopping discounts
• cycle-to-work and gym schemes
• cinema tickets
• an employee assistance programme

Are you ready to make a difference and join our journey?

We are proud to be a part of the Academy Transformation Trust family of academies whose mission is to transform learning, aspirations and opportunities for their pupils and the communities in which they live. This commitment also extends to staff who are key to their success.

The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE 2026. We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.