Art Technician
| Posting date: | 24 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 30 June 2025 |
| Location: | London, SW1H 9LH |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | e22619a8-4afd-4374-a5c0-100cd5f2059e |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled part-time Art Technician to provide technical support to our Art Department forhalf a day per week. This role is vital in supporting the teaching of high-quality, practical art lessons.
We would welcome your application if you have:
• Qualifications to A Level standard or equivalent
• Basic understanding of Health and Safety regulations relevant to an educational setting
• Experience working with a variety of Art tools and materials
• Prior experience as a technician in a school or similar educational environment
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
What the school offers its staff
Harris Westminster combines the energy of brilliant young people from across London's diverse neighbourhoods, the strength of Westminster School in teaching academically able students, and the Harris Federation's experience and expertise in running outstanding maintained sector schools. It is over-subscribed, academically selective, has 35% of students from a disadvantaged background, and has incredible diversity in its student cohort with no ethnic group exceeding 20%. 65% of HWSF students go on to study at Russell Group universities and we have one of the largest Oxbridge cohorts of any school (state or private). 38 students from the 2022 cohort gained places. We are looking for an outstanding individual to join and support this exciting, scholarly, and vibrant community.
In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers (usually £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.
Further details about the role
In this key role, you will:
• Assist teaching staff with the preparation and layout of classrooms for practical sessions, including running trials, demonstrations, and supporting students during activities
• Prepare equipment and materials in accordance with teacher specifications, including the creation or adaptation of resources as required
• Support students and staff in the safe and effective use of tools and materials, ensuring adherence to Health and Safety regulations
• Prepare materials for both 2D and 3D projects, such as stretching canvases and preparing screens for printing
• Provide in-class support during practical lessons and assist with extracurricular or after-hours activities when needed
Commitment to safeguarding
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled part-time Art Technician to provide technical support to our Art Department forhalf a day per week. This role is vital in supporting the teaching of high-quality, practical art lessons.
We would welcome your application if you have:
• Qualifications to A Level standard or equivalent
• Basic understanding of Health and Safety regulations relevant to an educational setting
• Experience working with a variety of Art tools and materials
• Prior experience as a technician in a school or similar educational environment
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
What the school offers its staff
Harris Westminster combines the energy of brilliant young people from across London's diverse neighbourhoods, the strength of Westminster School in teaching academically able students, and the Harris Federation's experience and expertise in running outstanding maintained sector schools. It is over-subscribed, academically selective, has 35% of students from a disadvantaged background, and has incredible diversity in its student cohort with no ethnic group exceeding 20%. 65% of HWSF students go on to study at Russell Group universities and we have one of the largest Oxbridge cohorts of any school (state or private). 38 students from the 2022 cohort gained places. We are looking for an outstanding individual to join and support this exciting, scholarly, and vibrant community.
In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers (usually £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.
Further details about the role
In this key role, you will:
• Assist teaching staff with the preparation and layout of classrooms for practical sessions, including running trials, demonstrations, and supporting students during activities
• Prepare equipment and materials in accordance with teacher specifications, including the creation or adaptation of resources as required
• Support students and staff in the safe and effective use of tools and materials, ensuring adherence to Health and Safety regulations
• Prepare materials for both 2D and 3D projects, such as stretching canvases and preparing screens for printing
• Provide in-class support during practical lessons and assist with extracurricular or after-hours activities when needed
Commitment to safeguarding
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.