Art, Design & Technology Technician
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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
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 15/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Art, Design & Technology Technician roles across The Archer Academy's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,878 - £21,566 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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