Art Technician - Secondary School - Carlisle

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Dependent on experience

Art Technician

A successful Secondary School in Carlisle is seeking a creative and organised Art Technician to join its thriving Art department on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for art and design who enjoys supporting both students and teachers in a practical, creative environment. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring the department operates efficiently while helping students access a wide range of artistic materials and techniques.

Working closely with the Head of Art and teaching staff, you will prepare classrooms and specialist workspaces for lessons, ensuring all equipment, materials and resources are ready before practical sessions begin. You will support the delivery of lessons across KS3, KS4 and KS5 by preparing paints, clay, printmaking equipment, textiles resources and specialist art materials.

You will maintain stock levels, order new equipment, organise storage areas and ensure the department remains tidy, safe and well presented throughout the school year. Responsibilities also include maintaining kilns, easels and specialist equipment, mounting and displaying student artwork and supporting exhibitions, open evenings and whole-school events.

The successful candidate will assist with health and safety procedures, ensuring materials are stored correctly and equipment is maintained to a high standard. You will also help prepare GCSE and A-Level coursework displays and support enrichment activities including art clubs and competitions.

This role would suit an organised, practical and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working in a creative educational environment.

School Information

This is an 11 to 18 well-established Secondary School with a strong commitment to high standards, student wellbeing and continuous improvement.

The school serves a diverse community and is known for its supportive ethos, where positive relationships and high expectations underpin daily practice.

Students are respectful, motivated and eager to succeed, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment.

The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that encourages academic achievement alongside personal development, preparing students well for further education and future careers.

Staff benefit from a collaborative professional culture, supportive leadership, excellent facilities and ongoing opportunities for professional development.

Requirements

• Previous Art Technician or creative studio experience desirable

• Good practical knowledge of a range of artistic materials and techniques

• Excellent organisational skills

• Ability to maintain specialist equipment and resources

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Understanding of health and safety within practical classrooms

• Passion for supporting creative education

Application

To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.