Technician/Instructor in Art & Design

eTeach UK Limited; Skipton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Skipton is seeking a Technician/Instructor in Art & Design. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing equipment, supervising student activities, and maintaining various tools and machinery in a supportive learning environment. This role offers a great opportunity within a friendly college with excellent facilities and CPD opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

Great working environment

Qualifications

• Level 2 in English and Maths or willing to complete.
• Relevant vocational qualification at Level 2 minimum.
• Qualified or willing to pursue Level 3 Teaching Award.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and resources for Art and Design.
• Maintain and service workshop tools and machinery.
• Supervise student learning activities in various settings.

Skills

Expertise in operating Art & Design tools

Communication skills

Supervision of student activities

Education

BA Degree Level 6 in relevant field

Level 2 in English and Maths

Minimum Level 3 Teaching Award

Tools

Laser cutter

3D printer

Large format printer

Job description

Overview

Craven College is an aspirational College with friendly and inclusive rural campuses in Skipton within the Yorkshire Dales, at The Aviation Academy based airside at Leeds Bradford Airport and at Evolve in Ripon. Tyro Training is our commercial training division offering a wide range of training courses for individuals and businesses in Skipton. The College is currently seeking to employ a committed and motivated Technician/Instructor in Art & Design to assist with the preparation of equipment and resources to support the delivery of the curriculum in the Art and Design Area; to maintain, organise and service machinery, tools and equipment; and to provide an efficient and effective support service in the practical workshops and assessment areas. The ideal candidate will prepare workshop tools, equipment and resources ready for practical sessions in Art and Design, as requested in advance by tutors. The ideal candidate will also supervise student learning activities in a Learning Resource Centre, classroom, workshop, during field work, visits, placements or in any other designated learning situation.

Essential requirements

• Qualified to Level 2 (GCSE Grade A*-C or equivalent) in English and Maths (or willing to work towards completion within a specified time frame)
• Minimum of Level 2 relevant vocational qualification
• Minimum Level 3 Teaching Award in Education and Training, or willing to work towards
• BA Degree Level 6 qualification in Photography, Fashion and Textiles, Surface Pattern; 3D Design, Graphic Design, Media Make up or Fine Art
• Expertise in operating a wide variety of Art & Design specialist tools, equipment and machinery, particularly in relation to photography, laser cutter, large format printer, 3D printer & photographic screen print (also related to Fashion & Textiles, Surface Pattern, 3D Design, Graphic Design or Fine Art)

What we offer and expectations

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly college in North Yorkshire with fantastic facilities, excellent CPD opportunities and a great working and learning environment.

Equal opportunity and safeguarding

Craven College is committed to equal opportunity in the provision of services, employment, and educational opportunities. Applications are considered on merit and are welcomed from all suitably qualified applicants.

We require the successful candidate to produce certificates for verification where specific qualifications are stated. You should provide full details of all examination results and grades, indicate any results you are unsure about, and include any qualifications you are currently working towards and any non-examined but relevant training and development. Teachers are required to complete details of teaching qualifications. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken for this post. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

How to apply

For further information including a full job description and to apply, please visit our website. If you have not heard from us within 28 days of the closing date, you have not been shortlisted. However, you are welcome to apply for future roles as appropriate.