Photomedia Technician

We have an exciting opportunity for a Photomedia Technician to join the team on a term time only basis. In return, you will receive a competitive rate of £23,014 per annum, pro rata. We are a high-achieving college who attract around 2,800 sixth form students across the region each year. We are based within the stunning New Forest National Park and offer our students a huge range of courses and superb facilities.

About the role: As the Photomedia Technician, you will assist the work of the Art, Design Photomedia department through the provision of effective and efficient technical and administrative support for the delivery of our courses, to ensure the smooth running of departmental business. Providing cross-college support and assistance to students who have identified learning needs.

Responsibilities as our Photomedia Technician will include:

• Co-ordinating of Art, Design Photomedia Department technicians and assisting teaching staff to keep all areas of the department’s accommodation in a clean, tidy and well-organised state, with particular attention to Health and Safety.
• Co-ordination of all Studio and Workshop facilities within the department in relation to equipment, resources and storage of students work, and attendance of department meetings.
• Assisting with the management of materials and budget.
• Carrying out periodic stock and inventory checks and updating as required for audit purposes.
• Issuing equipment and materials to students and staff.
• Demonstration and assistance to members of staff and students, in the use of apparatus and equipment.
• In liaison with Head of ADP undertaking, and maintaining records of regular safety checks on equipment, tools and materials used to ensure they comply with Health and Safety Regulations and requirements.
• Assisting staff with general clerical duties and with the maintenance of records for the Section.

As our Photomedia Technician, you’ll ideally have:

• General education to at least level 3.
• Experience in Audio visual and Photomedia equipment use and handling including Photographic and Media studio skills.
• Familiarity with use of a range of hand tools and power tools.
• The ability to work alongside 16-19 year olds.
• Desire to work in Art, Design Photomedia environment and to support an enthusiastic team.

Benefits:

• 25 days leave, rising with service, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure (pro rata for part time staff).
• An option to purchase further leave through our Annual Leave Purchase Scheme.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College.
• This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College.
• On-site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time.
• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Free eye care vouchers.
• Free secure onsite parking.
• Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare.
• Access to onsite Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out).
• Weekly staff football.

Closing Date: Monday 6th January 2025

Interview Date: Monday 13th January 2025

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Photomedia Technician role, then please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you!

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.