This role is based in the UK and will be working on site in our UK based College.
In order to comply with our mandatory pre-employment checks, the successful candidate will be required to provide original identification documents in person to our UK based People Services Department.
PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PERSONS (THE CHILDREN’S ACT 1989)
Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific place (i.e. the College).
This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.
BACKGROUND TO THE POST
The appointed person will be required to support sessions in a range of Art & Design subject areas with specific focus on Fashion, Textiles & Print-making and will need sound knowledge of up to date requirements of the industry with regard to employment. In addition, the technician may be required support academic staff in the studios during classes, to deliver sessions on Health and Safety and support students and staff to complete Safety passports.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
● To develop and maintain a well prepared, realistic and safe working environment and develop the professional attitude of the students towards their work and give them every opportunity to practice and develop their skills.
● Support the efficient and effective running and development of all aspects of the curriculum, including comprehensive preparation of equipment and workshop areas, demonstrating and supervising students working in the practical skills area.
● Carry out routine maintenance of facilities and ensure the safety, cleanliness and tidiness of the learning areas in accordance with Health and Safety regulations and to liaise with external servicing agencies to ensure the continued maintenance of equipment and workshops.
● To maintain an effective stock control system, the storage, ordering, receipt of deliveries and organisation of equipment and materials relevant to the area.
● To support the academic staff to ensure that all students using the workshop facilities receive an appropriate Health and Safety induction in the use of machinery and safe working practices.
● To assist with any other technical and/or support duties across the Department as may be required from time to time including preparation of open days/career events and to attend team meetings.
OFFERS OF WORK
For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).
Essential Attainments
● A Higher level qualification in the subject area.
● A GCSE in Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above.
● Previous experience of working within fashion, textiles and print in a support capacity.
● Awareness of Health and Safety regulations and experience of implementing H&S procedures.
● Experience in using and maintaining a range of appropriate equipment.
● Experience and capability in fashion and textile disciplines & printmaking including associated equipment for printmaking (and fashion).