Art Technician – Secondary School in Northumberland | Full-Time, Permanent

A welcoming and well-established secondary school in Northumberland is seeking a creative, organised and enthusiastic Art Technician to join its dedicated Art department on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, detail-oriented individual with a passion for art and design, creative processes and supporting young artists in a stimulating educational environment.

Job Overview

The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of engaging and creative Art lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with potential involvement in Key Stage 5.

Working closely with Art teachers, you will be responsible for preparing materials, maintaining specialist equipment, organising resources and ensuring that classrooms and practical workspaces remain safe, well-equipped and inspiring.

This is a full-time, permanent position, offering a competitive salary dependent on experience, with the opportunity to become a valued member of a supportive and creative school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, organise and distribute art materials, tools and equipment for practical lessons and creative projects.

• Maintain and clean specialist art equipment, including printing presses, pottery equipment and other workshop tools where applicable.

• Support teachers and pupils during practical activities involving painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics and mixed media.

• Assist with the preparation and presentation of GCSE and A-Level Art coursework, exhibitions and displays.

• Monitor stock levels, order supplies and ensure the safe storage of materials and equipment.

• Maintain safe and organised art studios, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, including COSHH guidelines.

• Assist with classroom displays, student artwork exhibitions and departmental creative projects.

The School & What's on Offer

• Contract: Full-time, permanent position.

• Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience.

• Location: Northumberland, North East England.

• School Type: Secondary School.

• Department: Art & Design.

• Key Stages: KS3 and KS4, with potential KS5 involvement.

• Working Environment: Creative, collaborative and supportive Art department.

• Professional Development: Opportunities to develop technical skills and gain valuable experience within a secondary school setting.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience as an Art Technician, Creative Workshop Technician or in a similar practical or artistic role is desirable.

• Good knowledge of art materials, techniques and equipment, including painting, drawing, ceramics, printmaking or mixed media.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prepare resources efficiently.

• Understanding of health and safety procedures, including the safe handling and storage of art materials.

• Creativity, attention to detail and a genuine enthusiasm for supporting artistic development.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff and students.

• A proactive, reliable and flexible approach to work.

• An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.

How to Apply

Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this exciting full-time, permanent Art Technician opportunity at a secondary school in Northumberland, offering a competitive salary dependent on experience.