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Join a Community Where Everyone Feels They Belong at Philip Morant School and College

Are you wanting to work as a part of a team whose purpose is to enable every member of the community to feel they belong? Do you have the skills to contribute to a learning environment that enables staff and students to be the best they can be?

Philip Morant School and College was judged as "Good" in all areas by Ofsted in September 2023. We are looking for an Art Technician who can be a key part in our ongoing improvement journey.

Our school is a calm and orderly place. We work hard to ensure everyone feels welcome. As the largest school in Colchester we have exceptional facilities. Through the Sigma Trust there are many opportunities to work with staff in other schools and to have opportunities for development.

Living and breathing our vision and values starts from interview day, with every applicant welcomed by the Headteacher. From there every member of staff is part of a strong team and support and opportunity is always available.

We offer art and photography at GCSE and A level. Both subjects are very popular as option choices. Our Key Stage 3 curriculum is engaging and enjoyable with students showing an excellent development of skills and talent whilst with us.

• The successful candidate will work 19 hours per week (8:20am to 3:10pm 3 days a week - presently Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
• This is a 39-week-per-year role, which includes term time and three additional days.

A Day in the Life:

You'll be responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas:

• Preparing, maintaining and cleaning resources, materials and equipment for Art and Photography lessons including preparing resources for lessons.
• Supporting students in lessons as required.
• Organise students' work for example for exams, exhibitions and displays.
• Maintaining stocks and ordering supplies as required.

What We're Looking For:
You are the perfect fit for our team if you have:

• A passion for art and/or photography and a desire to inspire students.
• Previous experience in the art and photography sector.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Please note that an integration period applies to all new staff joining the Trust, to support introduction into the organisation.

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?
We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

• A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.
• Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.

Employee Benefits:

• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme
• A Health Cash Plan to help manage your everyday healthcare costs
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being
• Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, access to discounts via free membership to Perkbox, eligibility for a Blue Light Card, and more

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision 'To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts', where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

To Apply:

Ready to take the next step? Find out more about the role and apply by Midnight, Sunday 9th August via MyNewTerm or paste the following link to your browser: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/146794/EDV-2026-PMSAC-06924

• Interviews will be held on Thursday 13th August. Please advise in your application if you need any flexibility on this interview date.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised.

• We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position, so please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply.
• We are managing all current recruitment directly and kindly request that agencies do not contact us regarding open positions.

Information about the School

We are a large secondary school in Colchester and also enjoy a thriving Sixth Form College. We are a popular School with waiting lists for every year and are proud of our strong academic record. We have an excellent and enthusiastic staff led by a strong senior leadership team and we work hard to provide an environment where every student is valued and their varying needs met. Our pastoral care is based upon a highly successful house system and ensures support both for students and parents.

Safeguarding The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.