Overview
This is an exceptional opportunity for a highly skilled and creative technician to join the Art Department at Uppingham School. As an Art / Textiles Technician, you will provide administrative and technical support within the department to help teachers deliver a first-class education to our students.
Responsibilities
* Maintaining machines and equipment
* Maintaining a safe and tidy working environment at all times
* Preparing teaching materials required for projects, exam work and practical lessons
* Working with small groups of pupils on curriculum and non-curriculum projects
About the Art & Textiles at Uppingham School
The Leonardo Centre offers access to exceptional teaching spaces, studios of a professional standard, and fully equipped design technology workshops. Our resources include 3D printing, CAD design (with laser cutting technology), CAD embroidery, studios for ceramics and sculpture, as well as facilities for photography, sound engineering, and video production. There are two fully equipped fashion and textile studios, along with specialised workshops for resistant materials.
What we offer
When you join us, you become part of a community that appreciates and supports its team members, and you will enjoy a range of benefits that reflects our appreciation:
* 50% Contribution towards premiums for the School’s private health scheme
* Discount on School fees
* Discount at a local nursery in Uppingham
* 25% Discount on holiday club fees for children of Uppingham staff
* Westfield healthcare
* Westfield Rewards with discounts at retailers, gyms, cinemas, and restaurants
* Contributory pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* In-house Occupational Health Service
* Membership to dual-use Sports Centre (with a £25 annual joining fee)
* Free staff lunches during term-time
* Free annual Flu vaccinations
* Complimentary staff ticket for select School performances
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Recognised as a “Disability Confident” employer
* Recognised as a “Mindful” employer
* Recognised as “Investors in Diversity”
How to apply
For further details and to apply please click the apply button.
Closing date: 10 October 2025.
Interviews: w/c 13 October 2025.
Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.
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