Art Technician

Ellesmere Park High School, Manchester, M30 9BP

29 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  20 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  22 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: NJC Grade 4 (SCP 6 – 8) £21,766.57 - £22,465.45

Art Technician job summary

Are you passionate about art, creativity and supporting young people to achieve their full potential? Do you enjoy working in a practical, varied role where no two days are the same?

We are looking for an Art Technician to support the smooth and effective operation of our successful Art department. You will prepare materials and equipment for lessons, maintain resources and displays, provide technical support to staff and students, and assist with a range of practical and administrative duties. You will play an important role in creating an engaging and inspiring environment where creativity can flourish.

About Us

Ellesmere Park High School is a vibrant and inclusive school serving the Eccles and Monton communities. We are proud of our strong relationships, high aspirations and commitment to ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive academically, creatively and personally. As part of Consilium Academies we are dedicated to Excellence and Equality with Integrity, providing outstanding opportunities for both students and staff.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Is creative, practical and enthusiastic about the arts.
• Can prepare and maintain specialist art materials and equipment.
• Has strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Enjoys working with young people and supporting their development.
• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Why Join Us?

As part of Consilium Academies, you will benefit from:

• Excellent professional development opportunities.
• Access to Trust-wide networks and collaboration.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Vivup staff benefits platform.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to a school community where staff and students are valued and supported.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with an interest in art and creative education to join a dedicated team and make a real difference to students' learning experiences. You will support practical activities including ceramics, sculpture, displays and exhibitions, whilst helping to ensure the department remains a stimulating and well-resourced environment for all learners.

Applications and Information

For further information about the role please see attached recruitment pack including, job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Ellesmere Park High School please contact hayley@silcock@consilium-at.com

Closing date for applications is 20th November 2026, 09.00am.

Interviews will take place on 26th November 2026.

Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education!

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, the Public Sector fluency duty requires state funded schools to ensure candidates for their customer facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Ellesmere Park High School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 818 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Ellesmere Park High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ellesmere-park-high-school-manchester

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