Introduction to YSJ University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
The Team
You will join the Specialist Technical team, providing dedicated support to students studying on the Art and Design suite of programmes, Fine Art, Photography, Illustration, Graphic Design, Interior Design and Product Design, Animation and Games Design.
The Role
This is an exciting time to join the team as we open our newly refurbished and extended Design Centre at York St John. You will be required to work closely with students, technical specialists and the academic team. You will be responsible for the constant overview and maintaining of the specialist environments and equipment within the facility. You will also be expected to oversee key aspects of supported open learning and in lesson support, engaging with students to help facilitate and inspire their learning. You will deliver technical demonstrations, workshops and one‑to‑one guidance for students using your knowledge and experience in print making.
Required Skills And Experience
We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal skills and has the following key skills:
* Experience and knowledge of a range of print making processes including screen‑print, lino, dry point etching, copper plate etching, letterpress, mono‑print, cyanotype and collagraphy
* Experience in delivering high quality, engaging and creative workshops/demonstrations
Benefits
* Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
* Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
* Pension scheme
* Health cash plan after six months service
* Employee assistance programme
* Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
* On‑campus courses, one‑to‑one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
* Relocation expenses package for certain roles
* Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
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