Art Technician
Notre Dame School
Convent Lane, Cobham
- Expired
- Salary:
- £5,314 per annum
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as Possible
- Apply by:
- 26 November 2018
Job overview
Art Technician
Notre Dame School are seeking a Part Time Art Technician to start work immediately on a permanent basis. The post would benefit from a Textile Art specialist.
The main purpose of the Art Technician’s role is to support the academic work of the Art & Design Department.
· The Art Technician will co-ordinate the use and maintenance of practical resources facilities
· provide assistance and advice in meeting the practical needs of the Art Curriculum.
· They will also be responsible for ordering books, equipment and materials, while keeping appropriate financial records to ensure expenditure is kept within budget.
Education/Qualities/Skills
Applicants must hold a recognised qualification in Art & Design (minimum A Level) and have practical knowledge of working with a range of art materials within the last 2 years.
A sound knowledge of Photoshop and current ICT practice in Art & Design.
Candidate actively engaged in her/his own discipline in Art & Design.
Experience
You do not need to have worked as an Art Technician before it is essential that you have a practical can-do approach, enjoy working as part of a busy team but with the ability to work autonomously. You should have a real interest in Art and Design.
Skills and Abilities
Part of your responsibility will be mounting and displaying student artwork so any previous experience in this field would be advantageous. Numerical and communication skills are needed for ordering materials, sourcing products and filing invoices.
Personal characteristics:
· Good interpersonal & organisational skills.
· Physically able to fulfil heavier duties of post.
Term time plus three weeks out of term working (FTE 23.25%)
Salary: Circa £5,314 per annum (pro rata to £22,857 per annum)
Hours of work: 10 hours per week over 2 days term time plus 3 weeks (23.25%FTE of a full time post)
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About Notre Dame School
Notre Dame is an independent Catholic School and is a Foundation of the Company of Mary Our Lady with an ethos shaped by the life and work of St Jeanne de Lestonnac. Our Students, aged from 2 to 18, are at the centre of everything we do. We have truly committed and dedicated staff, who will encourage each child to achieve their full potential, both academically and socially.
Set in 26 acres of beautiful parkland in Cobham, Notre Dame School is set in a picturesque 18th century mansion beside the River Mole. Despite the tranquil setting, Notre Dame School is a hive of activity, with over 600 children and teachers working hard in the important business of education. The school has an enviable reputation for the highest academic standards and a progressive, holistic, academic education that is underpinned by over 400 years of international educational tradition in 30 countries. Established in England in 1937, the school has always had the philosophy that the greatest success comes from knowing how to learn and how to ask the right questions; training pupils to take an active role in reaching and exceeding early expectations. From the vibrant Nursery to the exciting Sixth Form, tomorrow's professionals acquire the skills, knowledge and qualifications that give them the best possible start in life.
The school is filled with a strong sense of purpose, offering a wide-ranging and active education with facilities encompassing new science laboratories, music and drama studios, sports fields, indoor swimming pool, all weather floodlit sports pitches, sports hall, dedicated Sixth Form Centre, a forest school for the youngest pupils, and a fully equipped, West End quality theatre seating over 350.
What we offer:
* The School has high expectations of its staff, and therefore looks to reward them with a competitive salary scale and beneficial conditions of service
* There is an extensive induction programme for all new colleagues and ongoing professional development is encouraged
* Staff development programme
* Staff Wellbeing Program - wellbeing afternoon
* Financial contribution to eye tests and glasses for eligible staff
* Discount for Teachers Reward Card
* Employee Assistance Program - counselling, financial assistance etc.
* Childcare vouchers
* Staff discount on fees
* Free lunch during term time
* Free coffee/tea during term time
* Free use of the school's leisure and sporting facilities, including heated indoor pool
* Commute by school coaches during term time
* Free parking
* School nurse during term time
Notre Dame School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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