Creative Arts Technician & Demonstrator

Salary: Scale Points 7-11 (£25,626 - £26,878 per annum) 37 hours per week - Fixed‑term maternity cover for 12 months

Location: Newcastle College

Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF).

The inspection report praised all areas of the College’s provision and acknowledged NSCG’s ‘staff are professional, friendly, incredibly supportive and work tirelessly to meet the needs of learners’, ‘teachers improve their practice based upon the support they receive’ and ‘teachers create highly supportive, calm and highly aspirational environments in which learners and apprentices thrive’. In summary, NSCG is a great place to work and study.

The group is currently home to a population of over 6,500 full‑time students with around 2,000 adult learners and students on higher education programmes. We have over 1,500 apprentices where we work with over 850 individual employers. Our Sixth Form provision has a reputation for high academic achievement and excellence.

We are looking for a Creative Arts Technician/Demonstrator to join our Creative Arts Department to be responsible for the provision of technical support and instructing the staff and students in the Creative Arts Department. We’re seeking a passionate and skilled Creative Arts Technician to support our dynamic arts department at Stafford College. This hands‑on role involves maintaining and preparing equipment and materials across disciplines such as fine art, photography, textiles, and digital media. You’ll work closely with staff and students to ensure studios and workshops are safe, inspiring, and fully equipped for creative exploration.

A key part of the role includes supporting the preparation and installation of our annual art exhibition – an exciting showcase of student creativity that transforms our campus into a vibrant gallery space. From curating displays to coordinating logistics, you’ll play a vital role in bringing this event to life.

Ideal candidates will have a strong technical background, a flair for problem‑solving, and a genuine enthusiasm for the arts and education. The post holder will undertake such duties as required of a Creative Arts Technician/Demonstrator in relation to providing technical support to all activities within the Centre. To maintain and repair items of equipment and to give technical support and instruction to staff and students on a range of equipment.

To be successful you will need to hold a relevant qualification and preferably studied up to graduate level in Art and Design. Have a good basic level of education including literacy and numeracy to GCSE or equivalent, with the ability to adopt positive working relationships. Be able to demonstrate that you are a team player who is able to work effectively as part of a team.

• Prepare, maintain, and organise materials, tools, and equipment for practical sessions across creative disciplines.
• Provide technical support to students and staff during lessons and independent studio work.
• Ensure all workshop and studio areas are kept safe, clean, and compliant with health and safety regulations.
• Assist in the setup and takedown of exhibitions, including the annual art show.
• Monitor and manage stock levels, ordering supplies as needed.
• Support digital processes such as printing, scanning, and basic editing using relevant software.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and liaise with external technicians when necessary.
• Contribute to the creative environment by encouraging safe experimentation and innovation.

• Is qualified to at least A Level or equivalent and preferably has studied up to graduate level in Art and Design.
• Holds English and Maths GCSE or equivalent.

The College Offers an Excellent Benefits Package Which Includes:

• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• 24 days annual leave rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service (plus Bank Holiday and Christmas closure).
• Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Staff parking available.
• Health‑related benefits including subsidised health scheme.
• On‑site restaurant facilities and FREE early morning coffee/tea and toast.

To apply for the role of Creative Arts Technician and Demonstrator, please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete an online application form. If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an email and link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website. The closing date for completed applications: 15th February 2026. Interviews for this position will be held on 23rd February 2026.

This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.