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Job Advertisement: Art & Design Technician (Art & Textiles)

Start Date: October 2024
Salary: £23,305 FTE, pro rata £19,730
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: 41 weeks per year (38 school weeks, plus training days and 2 flexible weeks)

Are you a creative individual with a passion for art and design technology? Teaching Personnel is working with a dynamic secondary school, seeking an enthusiastic Art & Design Technician to support their Art and Design Technology department. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work within a creative environment, playing a vital role in the technician team, and ensuring students can thrive in their artistic and technical education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Art and Design Technology department in preparing materials, resources, and equipment for lessons.
• Maintain and organise the art and design workshop, ensuring all tools and machinery are in safe working order.
• Assist with the setup of practical lessons, working closely with teaching staff to support the learning process.
• Provide technical assistance to students, helping them to use workshop machinery and other creative resources.
• Help organise and display student artwork and design projects throughout the school.

What We Are Looking For:

• Qualifications: A minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grade C or above) in English and Mathematics, or equivalent qualifications or relevant experience.
• Technical Skills: Experience with workshop machinery is an advantage, although full training will be provided.
• Organisational Skills: Ability to stay organised, manage multiple tasks, and work to deadlines.
• Team Player: A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to work well as part of a team.
• IT Proficiency: Strong IT skills to support the organisation and management of resources.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Ongoing Support: Benefit from the guidance and assistance of a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant throughout your placement.
• Professional Development: Access regular CPD opportunities to enhance your skills and career growth.
• Varied and Rewarding Role: Join a creative and collaborative school environment where you’ll make a real impact on students' learning experiences.
• Flexibility: Work 41 weeks a year, with additional flexible time, allowing for a better work-life balance.

If you are organised, creative, and ready to bring your enthusiasm to this fantastic Art and Design Technician role, we want to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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