Creative Arts Technician (Art, Photography & Drama)
Twynham School, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1JFThis job expired on 31 July 2024 – see similar jobs
Job start date
2 September 2024
Closing date
31 July 2024 at 8am
Date listed
18 July 2024
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 37 hours per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- £23,500 - £23,893 (FTE) £20,215 - £20,553 (pro rata)
What skills and experience we're looking for
An advanced, vocational or academic qualification in the relevant subject area (e.g. BTec Higher, HNC/D, Advanced City and Guilds Certificate) with applied practical experience.
OR
Substantial experience in a relevant work area together with a vocational/academic qualification at NVQ level 3 or equivalent or other relevant evidence of training/development in the particular subject area.
AND
Familiarity with the safe and proper use of any specialist equipment for which the post will be responsible- e.g. lighting and sound equipment, photographic filming and editing, art based experiences- ceramics, painting
Proficiency in digital applications and a desire to develop knowledge in creative arts digital specialisms
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work co-operatively within the staff team
Flexible approach to additional whole school roles, exhibitions, performances and productions
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Experience working with students/young people in a creative setting
An interest in creative arts and performance
Knowledge of Adobe software, Photoshop, Lightroom and video editing
Knowledge of lighting and sound equipment
Knowledge of clay process, use of kiln.
Knowledge of photographic processes including darkroom practice.
Knowledge of textiles and costume
What the school offers its staff
About the Post
We are seeking a passionate, energetic and ambitious Creative Arts Technician to join us as we continue to transform education across our town. Twynham School and The Grange School (TGS) have federated staffing structures, with an ambitious and progressive vision for the education provided by our two schools.
Twynham School is a very special place with an excellent reputation both locally and nationally. We are a heavily over-subscribed school where achievement is exceptionally high, students are well-behaved and eager to learn and relationships are very special. There is an energy about Twynham School; we are entering an exciting decade for the school; our Trust and our community and successful applicants can be confident that they will be working in a truly great environment.
This is a truly exceptional opportunity for a talented colleague.
We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity to ensure a safe, organised, and well-maintained environment for teaching by preparing classrooms and equipment, assisting with teaching sessions, managing resources, performing basic equipment repairs, and supporting administrative tasks related to school events
What we can offer you
- Automatic membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Free on-site parking
- The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust
- The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast
Further details about the role
To discuss the post or your application or to arrange a visit, please contact Alison Brown at recruitment@twynhamlearning.com
How to apply
To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: recruitment@twynhamlearning.com
Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 31st July 2024 at 8am. However, we reserve the right to interview and/or appoint strong candidates before this, so we encourage you to apply early.
Commitment to safeguarding
We value diversity and inclusiveness. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities. We don't discriminate on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/nationality, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. We'll only consider people who can evidence their right to work in the UK. We're committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes to safeguard children. We undertake enhanced criminal records checks before appointment. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.
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About Twynham School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 1771 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Twynham School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@twynhamlearning.com
- Phone number
- 01202495716
Twynham School is an exceptionally special place; a school which believes in the unlimited potential of every child, where people are valued above all and ultimately a place where every child can be successful. Our long-tradition of success is built on two vital pillars; high quality teaching and learning and, most importantly, the value we place on the very special relationships between students and staff.
Arranging a visit to Twynham School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@twynhamlearning.com.
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