Overview
Technician: Art & Design (3D Skills Focus)
Job description
* West Suffolk College, Bury St Edmunds
* 28 hours per week, 52 weeks per year - Permanent
* Commencing February 2026
* Salary: £ 24,570 - £ 25,401 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)
* Actual Salary: £18,593 - £19,222 per annum
We are seeking a creative and proactive Technician - Art and Design with a focus on 3D skills to join our dynamic team, supporting staff and students across a range of art and design courses. You will play a key role in maintaining and developing our 3D workshops and studios, ensuring they remain safe, inspiring, and fully equipped environments for innovative learning and production.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in 3D design and making, with hands-on experience in working with materials such as wood, metal, and plastics. You will support classes, workshops, and directed study sessions, assisting students in the production of 2D and 3D art and design projects. Your role will also include managing workshop materials and equipment, maintaining health and safety standards, and contributing to the preparation of exhibitions, events, and shows that showcase the creativity of our learners.
We are looking for someone who combines technical expertise with creativity, reliability, and excellent communication skills. A relevant degree is essential, and experience with digital design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, laser cutters, and 3D printers is highly desirable. You will be part of a collaborative Art & Design technician team within the Eastern Education Group, supporting not only your own department but also group-wide initiatives that drive innovation and excellence across the creative disciplines.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of staff benefits including:
* Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme
* Family friendly policies and flexible working
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
* Employee wellbeing initiatives
* Free parking
* Canteen
* Company events
* Access to various memberships and discount schemes
* Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
* Funded subject course development for your role
* Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
* Career progression opportunities
About Eastern Education Group
Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking education provider committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences across multiple institutions. Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings, including schools, further education colleges, and specialist learning provisions, ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.
At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities, businesses, and industry leaders, we ensure our curriculum remains relevant, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers.
Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs, offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs), and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education, combining academic excellence with pastoral care, safeguarding, and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.
As a collective, Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies, including Ofsted, to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching, learning, and student support. Our leadership team, educators, and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education, driving positive change, and enabling learners to realise their full potential.
As a Group, our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview.
This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value, support and facilitate your professional development, as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance.
The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Safeguarding, Equality and How to Apply
For further information please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk
Completed application forms should be made via our recruitment portal. If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date, please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Closing Date: 8.00am on Monday 17th November
Interviews: To be held shortly thereafter
We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date, early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.
The Group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.
All data will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. For more information about how we access and use your information please visit our website.
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