Creative Arts Technician at St Johns CofE Academy

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/SJCA/02667
  Location
Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 0GR
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£26,824.00 - £29,065.00 Annually (FTE)
NJC Grade 6 Actual salary range = £19897.72 - £21560.00
  Hours Per Week
32
  Weeks Per Year
38 + 5 INSET
  Closing Date
Midnight, Thu 11th Jun, 2026
  Start Date
1st September 2026
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
Week commencing 15th June
   Interview Date(s)           Week commencing 15th June
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About this Role

We are seeking a motivated and practical Creative Arts and Design Technician to support teaching and learning across our Creative Arts Faculty, including Art, Food, and Design.

This is a varied and rewarding role, ideal for someone who enjoys working in creative, hands-on environments and supporting young people to succeed. You will play a vital part in ensuring lessons run smoothly by preparing resources, maintaining equipment, and helping to create safe, engaging learning spaces.

The Role

As Creative Arts and Design Technician, you will:

  • Support pupils during practical lessons under the direction of teaching staff
  • Prepare, organise, and maintain materials, tools, ingredients, and specialist equipment
  • Ensure studios, kitchens, and workshops are clean, safe, and well organised
  • Assist with health and safety procedures and promote positive behaviour
  • Manage stock, storage, and basic record keeping
  • Carry out routine equipment checks, maintenance, and simple repairs
  • Provide general administrative and practical support to the faculty
  • Support exhibitions, events, and practical assessments when required

You will work across Art, Food, and Design and may be asked to support the wider Creative Arts Faculty as needed.

Training and Support

We recognise the versatile and multi-disciplinary nature of this role. Full training and ongoing support will be provided, including relevant health and safety training, to enable you to develop confidence and skills across all areas.

What we are looking for

We welcome applicants who:

  • Have experience or an interest in creative subjects such as Art, Food, or Design
  • Are well organised, practical, and reliable
  • Communicate well and enjoy working with both young people and adults
  • Can work independently as well as part of a team
  • Are committed to maintaining high standards of health and safety

Why Join Us?

  • A supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Opportunities for training and professional development
  • The chance to contribute to a vibrant and creative curriculum
  • A role that makes a real difference to pupils’ learning experiences

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

The Cambrian Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ communities.

Safeguarding Statement:

St John's CE Academy and the Cambrian Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check.

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.


St Johns CofE Academy would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. How has your experience to date prepared you for this role and what attracts you to the position at St John’s CE Academy (no more than 1000 words)

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