Part Time Digital Fabrication Learning Assistant in Art & Design (0.6fte)

TN United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a part-time Digital Fabrication Learning Assistant in a vibrant School of Art and Design. This role focuses on supporting students in mastering essential digital fabrication technologies, including CNC machining, 3D printing, and laser cutting. You'll be instrumental in maintaining the workshop space, ensuring tools and materials are well-managed while helping students enhance their practical skills. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering creativity and preparing students for industry demands in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of digital fabrication technologies is essential.
• Experience with operating CNC machines and 3D printers.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain equipment for digital fabrication.
• Support students with practical work and projects.

Skills

CNC machining

3D printing (FDM & SLA)

laser cutting

digital fabrication technologies

Tools

CNC machines

3D printers

laser cutters

related software

Job description

Part Time Digital Fabrication Learning Assistant in Art & Design (0.6fte), Watford

Client: West Herts College

Location: Watford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: f22181c9e03e

Job Views: 10

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

An exciting new opportunity has arisen within the School of Art and Design for a part-time Digital Fabrication Learning Assistant. This role will support students with technical and practical activities and maintain the digital workshop space.

The School of Art & Design has over students across various creative disciplines. It is vital that students' skills reflect industry demands, including digital fabrication technologies.

We seek a motivated individual with knowledge of digital fabrication technologies, such as CNC machining, 3D printing (FDM & SLA), and laser cutting. Assistance may also be needed for broader art and design tasks. The position is part-time, working 3 days a week with flexible scheduling.

Your responsibilities include setting up and maintaining equipment, supporting students with practical work, and ensuring all tools and materials are well-managed. Experience with operating CNC machines, 3D printers, and laser cutters is essential, along with familiarity with related software and digital technologies.

You will help students develop employability skills by sharing your expertise and supporting their practical projects.

The successful candidate will join a dedicated team within a large department committed to high performance.