Art, Design & Architecture Technician (0.8 FTE)
Do you have a background in architecture, 3D design or a related creative discipline and enjoy working in a practical, hands‑on environment? Are you looking for a role where your technical expertise supports high‑quality student outcomes and where your contribution is genuinely valued? If so, we would love to hear from you.
As our Art, Design and Architecture Technician, you will be a key member of a well‑established and specialist Creative Industries team at our Wood Street Campus, providing technical support for Architecture and 3D Design provision. You will prepare and maintain workshops, studios and CAD facilities to a professional standard, guide students in the safe and effective use of tools, machinery and digital design equipment, and work closely with teaching staff to ensure lessons, assessments and projects run smoothly.
This is a part‑time (0.8 FTE, salary prorata) post offering a strong balance between independent technical responsibility and close collaboration with staff and students. You will contribute to enrichment activity, live projects and end‑of‑year exhibitions, playing a visible role in the presentation and impact of the programme. There are genuine opportunities to develop your technical expertise through working with a range of materials, machinery and digital fabrication tools alongside experienced teaching colleagues.
About Barnet and Southgate College
We are an ambitious, forward‑thinking further education college in North London, proud to serve diverse communities across Barnet, Southgate and beyond. Our 2030 Vision is bold: to be a leading provider of learning and skills development, fostering exceptional educational experiences, driven by innovation, collaboration and excellence.
Responsibilities
* Workshop and studio preparation: Prepare, maintain and operate workshops, studios and CAD facilities to a professional standard, ensuring all spaces, tools, materials and digital equipment are safe, well‑resourced and ready for use.
* Technical support and guidance: Provide specialist technical guidance to students and staff in the safe and effective use of tools, machinery and digital fabrication equipment, supporting practical activity in 3D model making, prototyping and spatial design.
* CAD and digital tools: Support the use of CAD software and digital design workflows, including digital fabrication equipment such as laser cutters and 3D printers, ensuring facilities are set up to meet curriculum and industry expectations.
* Equipment maintenance: Maintain tools, machinery, materials and digital resources through routine checks, basic repairs, fault reporting and inventory control, keeping resources reliable and fit for purpose.
* Health and safety: Promote high standards of health and safety by supporting risk assessments, student inductions and consistent safe working practices across all studio and workshop areas.
* Enrichment and exhibitions: Support live projects, end‑of‑year shows, exhibitions and enrichment activities, contributing to the realisation and professional presentation of student architectural and 3D work.
* Collaborative working: Work closely with teaching staff to anticipate technical requirements, support lesson delivery and contribute to a positive, professional studio learning environment.
Benefits
* Annual Season Ticket Loans
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Employee Support Helpline
* Eye Tests for DSE Users
* Flu vouchers
* Gym Facilities
* Hair Salon Services and Beauty Treatments
* High Street Discounts
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