Part-Time Art Technician (22 hours per week, 39 weeks – term time plus 5 weeks of holiday time)

The Boarding Schools' Association; Roedean; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Part-Time Art Technician to support their art department. Responsible for maintaining resources and assisting teaching staff in a vibrant school environment, the role offers an exciting opportunity to inspire students and contribute to a rich educational experience. Candidates should have a background in art or related fields, with an emphasis on resource preparation and safety.

Qualifications

• Ideally a graduate in an aspect of Art practice or equivalent experience in the Creative Arts.
• Able to use machinery/tools to prepare resources for students.
• Experience in a school or charity environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for safe maintenance of art materials and management of the art space.
• Support teaching staff by preparing materials and resources for lessons.

Skills

Knowledge of Art practice

Experience in Creative Arts

Resource preparation

Machinery use

Education

Graduate in Art practice

Job description

Part-Time Art Technician (22 hours per week, 39 weeks – term time plus 5 weeks of holiday time)

Closing Date: 15 August 2025

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Salary: £27,029 - £30,010 per annum pro rata (equivalent to £13,629 - £15,132 per annum)

Employment Term: Full Time, Permanent

Required from late August 2025

(22 hours per week, 39 weeks – term time plus 5 weeks of holiday time)

At Roedean, we are dedicated to providing a world-class education that inspires and empowers girls aged 11-18 to achieve their full potential. Our stunning cliff-top location overlooking the sea, combined with our rich heritage and commitment to academic excellence, makes Roedean a truly unique and inspiring place to learn and work. We are proud of our inclusive and supportive community where every student is encouraged to pursue their passions and develop the skills they need for future success.

The Art Technician will be responsible for the safe maintenance of materials and management of the Art space. They will support the teaching staff and prepare materials and resources for lessons and individual students.

The successful candidate will ideally be a graduate in an aspect of Art practice or have knowledge and experience in the Creative Arts or Arts practice. The ability to prepare resources for students, including using machinery and tools to cut and measure wood, is essential. Experience in a school or charity environment would be beneficial.

We welcome your interest in being part of our journey at a time of continued development.

Roedean is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) to assess their suitability to work with children.

Note: The closing date is 9am, 15 August 2025. Due to the need to appoint quickly, we reserve the right to interview and appoint at any time.