Overview
The Art Technician plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and high standards of the Art Department, which includes an Art Studio and Ceramic Studio. We are seeking a highly motivated and efficient subject specialist to support with maintaining studio and workshop facilities, managing resources, and ensuring health and safety compliance. The Art Technician supports the Head of Art and students by providing technical expertise, overseeing equipment and material maintenance, and facilitating a conducive learning environment. The role is for 15 hours per week, term time only, working Monday to Friday. Specific working hours can be flexible and discussed at interview.
This role would suit an experienced Art Technician or a recent Art Graduate.
Responsibilities
* Ensuring the department is resourced, organised and developed to meet the needs of the creative courses
* Developing and maintaining specialist resources
* Liaising and networking with suppliers to secure competitive prices
* Ensuring accurate records are made to track the department budget
* Demonstration and assistance to the Head of Art and students, in workshops and on individual basis in the use of apparatus and equipment, materials and processes
* Assisting in the Art department with general administration
* Willingness to undertake any additional training as required
* Willingness to adapt to changing demands and priorities
Qualifications
* Degree or equivalent professional qualification in relevant subject area or equivalent industry experience
* Experience in supporting teaching and learning through technical support.
* Experience in ceramics and the use of a Kiln
* Experience of printmaking processes and set up requirements.
* Able to relate well and respond to learners of all abilities
* Empathy with and strong commitment to meeting the needs of individual students
* Proficient in using and maintaining a variety of art-related equipment and materials.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety.
Details
* Location: Fareham, England, United Kingdom
* Salary: £28,000 - £40,000
* Hours: 15 hours per week, term time only (flexible hours, Monday to Friday)
* Start Date: ASAP
* Closing Date: 8th September
* Interviews: Week commencing 8th September
* Application: You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the post at any time once we have received sufficient applications.
* Contact: bursar@durlstonschool.co.uk
* DBS: Successful applicants will be required to undergo a full Enhanced DBS disclosure along with other important vetting of staff under the Keeping Children Safe in Education framework.
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