Position Overview & Specifications

Post: Art, Design & Technology Technician

Grade: Scale Point 4 - 6

Actual salary: £20,878 - £21,566 per annum

Working Arrangements: 36 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks per year)

You will be jointly responsible for the safe and effective running of Technology and Art resources, under the guidance of the Head of Art, Design and Technology. There will be wider opportunities for you to run workshops and clubs, utilising your own creative specialism. We invite all staff to capitalize on their own practice, to share acquired skills that will enhance and enrich our artistic offer.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

To work as part of the Technology and Art Team

To prepare equipment for lessons

To manage the stock control of materials and equipment

To source/research new equipment and materials

To maintain an inventory of equipment found within the department

To prepare materials in a safe and accurate manner

To work safely at all times (guidance from Croners/COSH)

To maintain/make basic equipment as required

To monitor/maintain safe working conditions in workshops/studios, including safe storage of materials

To prepare photocopies as required

To prepare examples for lessons as required

To make display boards for the department to create work displays

To assist with end of year exhibition including making display boards and hanging/mounting work

To assist with workshops and The Big Draw

To work with individual students and groups to support them when designing and making products for a Mini Enterprise

To file resources as directed

To order equipment as required

To order books as required

To possibly help prepare ‘flats’ and staging for school plays

To be prepared to receive training as part of ongoing professional development

To alert the Head of Department to any observed Health & Safety issues

To report observed poor pupil behaviour

To prepare/service equipment for other departments, as instructed by the Head of Department

To maintain/develop AV resources as directed by the Head of Department

To work with the Head of Department on budget development and control

To demonstrate techniques and methods for lessons

To support the work of teachers in classes and workshop sessions

To work with individual students and supporting them on projects, under overall supervision of teaching staff

To undertake general administration duties

To undertake any other reasonable tasks as requested

The Archer Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance.

Applications:

To apply for this post, please visit our website(thearcheracademy.org.uk). Once on the website click on the tab 'join us' and then 'support staff opportunities'. Complete the application form and email. CVs alone will not be accepted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £20,878.00-£21,566.00 per year

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