Are you passionate about visual arts and ready to inspire the next generation?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Art Technician to join our thriving team at The Heath School. This is a fantastic opportunity to motivate students, work with supportive colleagues, and contribute to our vibrant school community. Candidates will be competent using materials and equipment in and around the art department, and will be able to demonstrate excellent organisational, prioritisation, and communication skills. About the Role As an Art Technician Teacher of Art, you will:

• Support lessons across KS3 and KS4 in Art
• Maintain, organise and order materials for the department
• Ensure that art classrooms are clean and orderly
• Assist in the development of new practical activities to support the curriculum
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other colleagues to meet departmental needs
• Support extra-curricular activities as required
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all students

 About You The ideal candidate will:

• Have excellent organisational skills
• Demonstrate an understanding of and interest in the visual arts
• Understanding of health and safety issues relevant to the post
• Be able to develop and maintain good relationships with colleagues, parents, students and can gather, receive or exchange information on an everyday basis
• Ideally have experience of working within a school environment

Why Join Us?

At The Heath School, staff wellbeing and development are at the heart of what we do. Many colleagues have grown their careers here, and our Principal is a proud former student. We offer:

• A supportive, collaborative environment within school and across the Trust
• A positive teaching and learning culture
• Professional development opportunities
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• A flexible approach to personal leave request
• Staff wellbeing support including flu jabs, social events, and even fortnightly cake!

About The Heath School

The Heath is a highly successful, oversubscribed school at the heart of the Runcorn community. We are proud of our strong academic outcomes, which consistently at or above national averages; and of our wide-ranging extracurricular programme. Our student-centred approach, underpinned by The Heath Standard, ensures all pupils are supported to achieve their aspirations.

For further information including the job description and person specification please view the recruitment pack.

We ask that you do not send CVs. Please email your completed application to recruitment@theheathfamily.org.uk

Applicants must have relevant qualifications and experience related to this role, please ensure that you meet the person specification before applying. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and references. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and references. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs. Please fully complete the on-line application form.