Write a short description of your company, a boilerplate of the business, service or product that you offer. Include your business idea and the target audience. This text is primarily supposed to be descriptive, not selling.
Position: Art Technician
Location: Kingston upon Thames
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: Immediate / Negotiable
-----------------------------------
Art Technician Role in a Secondary School
A well-established secondary school in Kingston is seeking to appoint an Art Technician to join its Creative Arts department. This is a full-time role within a supportive and creative school environment that values practical artistic work, organisation, and high-quality teaching support.
The Art department plays a key role in supporting teaching and learning across a range of creative disciplines, ensuring practical lessons, studios, and resources are well prepared and safely maintained.
-----------------------------------
About the Role
You will support the Art department by preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring studio spaces are fully set up for practical lessons.
The role involves working closely with teaching staff to support creative projects, exhibitions, coursework preparation, and student practical work across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5.
You will also assist with stock control, display preparation, and maintaining a safe, clean, and organised creative environment.
-----------------------------------
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare art materials and equipment for practical lessons
* Set up and clear down art studios and classrooms
* Maintain tools, materials, and specialist equipment
* Support teachers during practical lessons where required
* Assist with displays, exhibitions, and student artwork presentation
* Manage stock control and order resources when necessary
* Ensure safe use of equipment and compliance with health and safety
* Support the smooth running of the Art department
-----------------------------------
The School Environment
This secondary school in Kingston provides a supportive and inclusive environment where creativity, expression, and academic achievement are strongly encouraged.
The Creative Arts department benefits from strong leadership, well-resourced studios, and a collaborative culture focused on student success and innovation.
Staff work closely together to ensure engaging and inspiring creative learning experiences for all students.
-----------------------------------
Candidate Requirements
Essential Requirements
* Experience in an art, creative, or technical environment (school experience desirable)
* Strong organisational and practical skills
* Interest in visual arts and creative processes
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team
* Good attention to detail and time management skills
Desirable
* Experience as an Art Technician in a school or college
* Knowledge of art materials, tools, or studio equipment
* First aid or health and safety awareness
-----------------------------------
Company Information
Wayman Education is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the education field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable teaching agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.
-----------------------------------
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Art Technician role in Kingston, please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.