Technician - Art & Design (part time)

Art and Design is a vibrant and innovative area within our Creative Industries Department, offering learners access to an impressive range of specialist facilities, including:

• Ceramics Studio
• 3D Workshop
• Sculpture Room
• Printmaking Studio
• Fashion Studio
• Life Drawing Room
• Digital Photography Studio
• Traditional Darkroom
As Technician in Art and Design, you will provide technical support to both lecturers and learners during timetabled sessions, helping to ensure workshops and studios operate efficiently, safely and effectively. You will demonstrate specialist techniques and processes where appropriate, supporting practical learning activities and enhancing the overall student experience. The role also includes managing materials and equipment, maintaining stock levels, preparing resources, and ensuring all specialist facilities meet health and safety requirements. What We Are Looking For

We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with a background in Ceramics, whether as a practising artist, creative professional or someone with experience within an educational setting. The successful candidate will have:
• Experience or expertise in Ceramics and related studio practices
• A practical and hands-on approach to supporting creative learning
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• An understanding of health and safety requirements within workshop and studio environments
• The ability to manage resources, materials and equipment effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work closely with technicians, lecturers and learners as part of a supportive team
  
  Cambridge Regional College is seeking a motivated and creative Technician in Art and Design to join our thriving Creative Industries Department at our Cambridge Campus for 28.5 hours per week.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dynamic and supportive team within one of the region's leading further education colleges. As a key member of the department, you will play an important role in supporting both staff and learners across a range of specialist Art and Design disciplines, helping to create an outstanding learning experience. About Cambridge Regional College Cambridge Regional College is a large, diverse and ambitious centre of learning, with campuses in Cambridge and Huntingdon. We are proud of our excellent reputation for delivering high-quality education and training, supported by outstanding teaching facilities and industry-standard learning environments. Our campuses offer a modern, engaging and inspiring place to work, where innovation, creativity and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. Most importantly, we recognise that our staff are key to transforming lives through education. Our commitment to supporting and developing our people has been formally recognised through our Investors in People Gold accreditation. Benefits of Working at CRC

We offer an excellent range of staff benefits, including:
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted rates on Apple products
• Free gym membership option and discounted fitness classes
• Discounted rates on College courses
• BUPA Health Expenses Cash Plan and Occupational Health Services
• Free on-site parking
• Exclusive discounts with high street and online retailers through Rewards@CRC
• On-site restaurants, retail facilities and coffee outlets (Costa Coffee at Cambridge and Starbucks at Huntingdon)
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing staff development and career progression opportunities