Part-Time Art Technician

We are seeking to recruit a skilled Art specialist to work within our exceptional Art and Design department. This is a part-time role, helping resource and support students across a range of abilities – from beginners to those preparing for GCSE-level exams. As part of the role, you will report directly to the Head of the Creative Faculty and contribute to the day to day running of the Art and DT depts.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, proactive, and confident managing materials, equipment and stock. You will take pride in maintaining safe, inspiring studio environments and supporting the presentation of student work through exhibitions and displays.

Our Art department is not only academically strong but has a firm commitment to pastoral care that you would help support.

Main Duties

·         Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom you are responsible and with whom you come into contact.

·         Organise an effective diary ensuring staff requests and support are completed.

·         Preparation of equipment and materials for lessons.

·         Clearing of equipment and resources at end of lessons.

·         Assisting staff with class practical work, when requested by teachers

·         Recycling clay

·         Maintenance of classrooms and store cupboards

·         Maintenance of an inventory of materials and equipment and associated stocktaking duties. Update and organise orders and delivery paperwork

·         Mounting artwork, creating and updating displays within the Department and around the school buildings.

·         Mounting and hanging artwork for the annual art exhibition.

·         To be the responsible member of staff in a classroom for short periods of time.

·         Other reasonable tasks that may be requested by the Head of Art or DT.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

·         Awareness of and interest in current developments in Art and Design

·         Good levels of literacy and numeracy (essential)

·         Organisational skills, attention to detail, ability to organise and prioritise work (essential)

·         Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure (essential)

·         Good presentational skills (essential)

·         Working knowledge of relevant Health and Safety policies/codes of practice/legislation (desirable Knowledge of IT systems, e.g. Excel, Photoshop (desirable)

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

·         Excellent team-player

·         Excellent communication skills, with the ability to develop constructive relationships with staff, students, agencies and professionals

·         A sensitivity to the needs of young people, with an aim to nurture and support.

·         Confidence, assertiveness, and empathy 

·         Tact, humour and assurance

·         Flexibility and resilience

·         Consideration of the wider school community and its ambitions

·         Excellent attendance and punctuality

·         Commitment to Equal Opportunities

About Westminster City School

Westminster City School is a successful 11-18 Christian non-denominational comprehensive academy for boys with a rapidly growing mixed sixth form. Ours is a vibrant learning community situated in the heart of central London with all the opportunities and advantages of an inner city school. In March 2022, the school’s OFSTED inspection confirmed that the school remains a ‘Good’ school but we are restless in our ambition to get the highest possible ratings in time for the school’s 150th anniversary in 2027.

Applicants from a global majority heritage background are strongly encouraged to apply and we work closely with the Leaders Like Us Programme run by the Church of England to address under-representation.

“Pupils enjoy a wide range of extra-curricular clubs, including in music, drama, sport and debating… Leaders enrich this programme with links to businesses and organisations that are based locally.” – OFSTED 2022

“Pupils are happy and safe. They typically spoke enthusiastically about their school and said that the school community feels like a family.” OFSTED 2022

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, proactive, and confident managing materials, equipment and stock. You will take pride in maintaining safe, inspiring studio environments and supporting the presentation of student work through exhibitions and displays.