Art Technician

Job Description

We require an experienced Creative Arts Technician to support the Head of Art and Head of Drama with the smooth running of the department. You will be required to work closely with the teaching staff and students.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the preparation and maintenance of resources; ordering, checking and auditing stock; checking cameras and printing student work; setting up studio work including lighting and backdrops.

Duties

· To give support to teachers in preparing resources.

· To support teaching staff and pupils during lessons with resources and activities related to practical work.

· To be responsible for preparing and checking orders for the department and maintaining stock levels.

· To ensure resources and equipment are set up and cleaned after use.

· To ensure all demonstration materials, equipment and provisions are available for use by the teaching staff. This includes the purchase of items from local retail outlets.

· To carry out minor repairs and maintenance of equipment where possible and arrange for specialist outside companies to attend to more complex problems.

· To set up studio work including lighting and backdrops.

· To organise and maintain departmental displays.

· To create presentations as required.

· To document special projects, workshops and exhibitions.

· To assist the Head of Department with booking and organising external student trips.

· To assist the Head of Department with processing capitation bids.

· To organise resources and cover work in the event of teacher absence.

· To maintain a tidy and organised environment.

· Filming of Drama exam pieces and transferring using relevant software

· Assisting in the making and maintenance of Drama props.

· To carry out any administrative tasks related to exams and SOW.

General

· To undertake any training commensurate with the post.

· To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training opportunities in discussion with line manager.

· To comply with individual responsibilities, in accordance with the role, for health & safety in the workplace

· Ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the School's Equal Opportunities Policy

You will be required to assist at any time with any problem that arises in the Department. The duties above are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the postholder may be required by the Headteacher to carry out appropriate duties within the context of the job, skills and grade.

Additional Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you will be entitled to the following benefits:

· Free access to our fully equipped Gym (and induction program).

· Free access to our swimming pool

· Employer Pension Contribution

· Access to the "Cycle to Work" scheme

· Eye test vouchers

· Access to our Wellbeing programme (includes counselling sessions and online discounts)

About the School

The Billericay School is a heavily oversubscribed comprehensive in Essex with a specialism in Mathematics and Computing. The school has polite and engaged students who want to learn and benefits from good parental support.

With direct links to the 'Outstanding' Billericay Educational Consortium, The Billericay School is renowned for the high standards of CPD it delivers as well as the collaborative and supportive ethos it promotes amongst staff.

Our Governing body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The post is subject to satisfactory medical checks, enhanced DBS clearance and references.

How to apply

When applying for this position, please use The Billericay School application form, which can be found on our school website under Vacancies: https://www.billericayschool.com/vacancies/

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Information about the School

CARING ABOUT SUCCESS

Our School offers: • Proven standards of academic excellence • Outstanding educational resources • A commitment to student care and discipline • A vibrant and successful Sixth Form • Enrichment through an extensive and diverse extra-curricular programme

We expect from all our students: • A commitment to hard work and success • Self-reliance and a sense of responsibility • Respect and tolerance for others

The most important resource in any school is its staff. The success of The Billericay School is largely due to our committed, experienced and enthusiastic staff. Our concentration on teaching and learning produces excellent exam results and an orderly atmosphere. The school is committed to high standards in the professional development of its staff and we aim to develop all our employees professionally to improve educational standards, maintain high morale and assist in recruitment and retention.

Our Governing body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The successful applicant will be offered a position subject to full pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory medical checks and 2 satisfactory references.

About the Trust

We are a small Multi Academy Trust based in the South-East of Essex and currently manage four local secondary schools. Each school within our Trust is a place where we believe in the power of education to transform lives.

Our philosophy is centred around the belief that schools can achieve better educational outcomes for students by working together as a collective entity. The Compass Trust is founded on the principles of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, with the aim of providing a supportive and nurturing environment that enables schools to flourish and students to succeed.

Additional Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you will be entitled to the following benefits (*Subject to eligibility criteria)

• Employer Pension Contribution • Access to the “Cycle to Work” scheme • Eye test vouchers in partnership with Specsavers • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (includes confidential counselling and online discounts) • Virtual GP Access - including minors 16 and under • Annual onsite flu vaccination programme • Free tea and coffee provided daily and cake on Fridays • Discounted Tastecard subscription

We encourage visits from prospective candidates to meet members of our school community and to experience our school at first hand. If you would like to do this, please contact Danielle Ancient, PA to the Headteacher on 01277 655191 or via email to info@billericayschool.com

We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Thank you for your interest in our school and we look forward to hearing from you. More information can be found on our school website: www.billericayschool.com

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.