Brockenhurst College has a new and exciting opportunity for an Art Technician to join the team on a full-time, term time only basis. In return,you will receive a competitive salary of £23,764 pro rata. We are a high-achieving college who attract around 2,800 sixth form students across the region each year. We are based within the stunning New Forest National Park and offer our students a huge range of courses and superb facilities. About the role: The Art Technician at the college plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and high standards of the creative arts and media department. This position involves coordinating the efforts of the creative technician team, maintaining studio and workshop facilities, managing resources, and ensuring health and safety compliance. The Art Technician supports both staff and students by providing technical expertise, overseeing equipment and material maintenance, and facilitating a conducive learning environment. Responsibilities as our Art Technician will include: Attending weekly creative technician meetings Review and management of the creative helpdesk in conjunction with the team Developing and maintaining specialist resources Ensuring the team is resourced, organised and developed to meet the needs of the creative courses Placing Orders on Business World and updating departmental budget spreadsheets. Contributing to departmental budgetary targets, liaising and networking with suppliers to secure competitive prices. Issuing equipment, materials and books to students and staff. Demonstration and assistance to members of staff and students, in workshops and on individual basis in the use of apparatus and equipment, materials and processes. Undertaking, and maintaining records of regular safety checks on equipment, tools and materials used to ensure they comply with Health and Safety Regulations and requirements. Assisting staff with general clerical duties and with the maintenance of records for the Section. As our Art Technician, you'll ideally have: Degree or equivalent professional qualification in relevant subject area or equivalent industry experience Experience in supporting teaching and learning through technical support Specialist knowledge of one or more of the following areas: Art and Design, Photography, Media Able to relate well to learners of all abilities and to assess learner needs Empathy with and strong commitment to meeting the needs of individual students Strong organizational and leadership skills. Proficient in using and maintaining a variety of art-related equipment and materials. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety. Experience in managing budgets and resources effectively. Competence in using digital tools and platforms relevant to the role. Skilled in coordinating people and prioritizing tasks. Proficient in communicating and reporting progress to managers and monitoring progress. Benefits of becoming our Art Technician will include : 25 days leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff) An option to purchase further leave through our Annual Leave Purchase Scheme Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College. On-site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme Free eye care vouchers Free secure onsite parking Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare Access to onsite Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out) Weekly staff football Closing Date: 1 4 August 2025 If you feel you are the right candidate for this Art Technician rolethen please click ‘ apply' now! We'd love to hear from you! The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.