At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and students in art classes, ensuring a creative and safe learning environment.
- Company: Harris Lowe Academy, a vibrant community focused on academic and artistic excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Part-time role with opportunities for growth in a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and inspire creativity in students while developing your own skills.
- Qualifications: A Level qualifications and experience with art equipment preferred.
The predicted salary is between 14849 - 15061 £ per year.
About Us
Harris Lowe Academy Willesden provides an exceptional environment for academic and sporting excellence. We foster artistic creativity, wellbeing and leadership potential within a rich and diverse community. Our core values of determination, integrity, curiosity and empathy inspire and nurture a passion for learning and success with a strong sense of inclusivity, individuality and responsibility. We use our voices purposefully as global citizens.
The foundations of achieving our vision are:
- Outstanding curriculum, with outstanding quality and breadth of education
- Exceptional teachers who support students' passion for learning with the tools for success for every individual
- Relationships, routines and recognition that lead to a sense of belonging, wellbeing, mutual respect and exemplary behaviour both within Harris Lowe Academy Willesden and in our local community
- Post-16 excellence with a broad range of pathways, sporting academies and inspiring student leaders
- Arts and sports specialisms that embed essential skills and enable exceptional performance
Our moral purpose is to ensure our students and staff have access to the best possible futures and contribute positively to society through an outstanding careers/development programme, excellent leadership, and coaching.
Summary
We are currently looking to appoint a part-time Art Technician (three days per week) to provide technical support for teachers at Harris Lowe Academy Willesden. The actual salary for this role will be £14,849.33 - £15,061.20 (22.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year).
Main Areas of Responsibility
As Art Technician, your responsibilities may include:
- Assisting and advising teaching staff on the preparation and layout in classrooms for practical exercises, running trials, demonstrations and helping students with learning activities as appropriate.
- Ensuring equipment and materials prepared for lessons are to the specification of the teacher requisitions, including making up special equipment or modifying from existing equipment as necessary from instructions supplied by the teaching staff.
- In conjunction with the appropriate teachers to advise students on the safe and proper use of tools and equipment and on the correct and safe way to carry out learning activities. To also advise staff, as necessary, on Health and Safety issues and on the best way to carry out practical work.
- Supporting students prepare materials for both 3D and 2D projects, e.g. stretch canvas, prepare screens for printing.
- Assisting in practical lessons and after hours activities when requested.
Qualifications & Experience
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- Qualifications to A Level or equivalent
- Basic knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
- Experience working with a range of Art equipment and resources
- Experience or solid understanding of working as a technician in a school or educational establishment, undertaking a range of practical tasks
Rewards & Benefits
Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
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 on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits.
Safeguarding Notice
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.
Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.
Next Steps
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Art Technician in London employer: Harris Federation
Harris Lowe Academy Willesden is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and wellbeing of its staff within a vibrant, multi-cultural environment. With a strong focus on professional development, collaboration, and inclusivity, employees benefit from comprehensive training programmes, competitive rewards, and a supportive work culture that fosters creativity and leadership potential. Joining our team means being part of a community dedicated to making a positive impact on students' futures while enjoying the unique advantages of working in one of the world's most dynamic cities.
