Technician; Art

Salary:
Support Staff Pay Scale D: £16,327 to £16,586 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (£25,583 - £25,989 full time/full year equivalent)

Part Time: 27 hours per week (Working pattern can be discussed at interview.)

Working Weeks: 39 weeks

Start Date:
September 2026

As an Art Technician at Hethersett Academy, you will provide essential support to our teaching staff, helping to prepare lessons, maintain equipment, and ensure the smooth running of the Art department. You’ll assist with practical activities, manage materials and resources, and help display pupils’ work, contributing directly to their creative learning experience.

This role also involves overseeing stock, supporting health and safety procedures, and helping pupils safely use equipment. It’s a hands‑on position ideal for someone organised, proactive, and passionate about supporting young people in a dynamic school environment.

• Prepare materials and equipment for practical art lessons.
• Assist teaching staff in lessons and provide guidance to pupils on equipment use.
• Maintain and organise storage areas, tools, and pupil work.
• Support the display of pupils’ artwork around the school.
• Receive, check, and store deliveries of materials safely and efficiently.
• Oversee health and safety of equipment and work areas, reporting any issues.
• Carry out basic administrative tasks such as stock control, ordering, and record keeping.
• Supervise pupils during exhibitions, displays, and practical activities when required.
• Advise staff and pupils on materials, compounds, and correct use of equipment.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with secondary‑age pupils and supporting staff in a classroom setting. They should be organised, proactive, and confident in using a range of tools, equipment, and ICT systems. Good literacy skills, an understanding of health and safety procedures, and the ability to assist with creative practical work are essential. A friendly, flexible approach and a willingness to support pupils and staff in a busy Art department will help them thrive in this role.

• Experience working with secondary‑age pupils.
• GCSE‑level education in English and Maths (grade C or above) or equivalent, with good literacy skills.
• Organised, self‑motivated, and able to assist staff in practical art activities.
• ICT literate and confident using classroom technology and equipment.
• Understanding of classroom roles, health and safety procedures, and willingness to participate in training.

• Completion of the DfE Teacher Assistant Induction Programme.
• GCSE or A‑level qualification in Art or a related subject.
• First Aid trained.
• Knowledge and experience using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Understanding of how to support pupils with additional needs in creative tasks.

• Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions
• Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim‑back options for healthcare costs *
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
• Free parking at most sites
• Personalised CPD and development programmes
• A structured and specific induction programme.

* Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.