Tradewind Recruitment
Art Technician
Location: Newham, East London
Salary: Negotiable
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time | Term Time Only
Art Technician – Secondary School | Newham
Are you a creative, organised and enthusiastic individual with a passion for art and education?
A vibrant and inclusive secondary school in Newham is looking to appoint a dedicated Art Technician to support its successful Art Department from September. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in art, design or creative media who enjoys working in a busy school environment.
Working alongside experienced teachers, you will play a key role in preparing practical lessons, maintaining equipment and ensuring students have access to the resources they need to thrive.
The Role:
- Prepare and organise materials, equipment and resources for practical Art lessons.
- Support teachers during practical sessions where required.
- Maintain and clean specialist art equipment, tools and workspaces.
- Manage stock levels and order materials when necessary.
- Display students' artwork around the school to celebrate achievement.
- Ensure classrooms and storage areas are safe, tidy and well organised.
- Assist with exhibitions, open evenings and departmental events.
- Adhere to health and safety procedures within the Art Department.
The Ideal Candidate:
- A qualification or background in Art, Fine Art, Graphic Design, Photography or a related creative subject.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Experience working with a range of artistic materials and equipment.
- A proactive and flexible approach to supporting staff and students.
- Previous experience working in a school or educational setting is desirable but not essential.
- A genuine enthusiasm for supporting young people and creative education.
The School:
This welcoming secondary school in Newham is committed to providing students with an engaging and creative curriculum. The Art Department is well-resourced and highly regarded, offering students a wide range of artistic opportunities. Staff benefit from a collaborative working environment, supportive leadership and excellent professional development opportunities.
Why Apply?
- Join a successful and well-equipped Art Department.
- Work in a supportive and inclusive secondary school.
- Gain valuable experience within education.
- Easily accessible by public transport.
- Opportunity for a long-term position with the potential to become permanent.
If you're a creative and organised individual looking to support students in developing their artistic talents, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join this fantastic secondary school in Newham this September.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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