Visual Arts Technician

John Mason School; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in the UK is looking for a part-time Visual Arts Technician to support the Fine Art department alongside diverse artistic disciplines. Candidates should demonstrate creativity, teamwork, and initiative. The role involves preparing lesson materials, aiding student activities, and maintaining a safe environment. This position is ideal for those with practical arts backgrounds or recent graduates seeking a vibrant educational experience while pursuing their own artistic practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with lesson preparation and student support.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance in an educational setting.
• Ability to create engaging learning displays.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in preparing lesson materials.
• Support student activities and maintain a safe environment.
• Handle stock and data for the arts department.

Skills

Art and craft knowledge

Team collaboration

Initiative

Health and safety awareness

Education

Background in practical arts or education

Recent arts graduate

Job description

The successful candidate will support across a busy and diverse faculty, incorporating Art, Textiles, Graphics and 3D Design (wood/metal crafts) plus Food and Nutrition, but primarily will be supporting the Fine Art department.

The vacant position will involve assisting teachers in the preparation of lesson materials, handle stock and data, create learning displays, support student activity in lessons and help maintain a safe and organised working environment for staff and students.

The person appointed as the Art Technician will also be responsible for maintenance of equipment and ensure that the classrooms and storerooms are in good working order. An awareness of the importance of health and safety within a school environment is essential. This position would therefore suit someone with a background in practical arts and craft or teaching or a recent arts graduate looking for a creative post that allows time to pursue their own arts practices alongside, along with the rewards of contributing to the education of young people. The post could also suit a school/art college leaver or student looking to gain Gap Year experience in the Visual arts or in an educational setting. A possible artist studio space within the school could also be discussed for the right candidate.

Hours/days worked can be negotiable to fit within the teaching day to accommodate personal circumstances for the right candidate.

We are seeking to appoint a part-time enthusiastic and reliable Visual Arts Technician to join a successful Visual Arts Faculty., The successful candidates will be energetic, hard-working, creative and adaptable individual with the ability to demonstrate initiative and work co-operatively within a team. This is an exciting time to join a high profile and forward-looking faculty and contribute to successful learning at John Mason School.