Visual Art Technician

Visual Art Technician

20 hours per week

September 2026 start - Term Time only + INSET (39 weeks)

Salary SC3 (pts 5-6) £31,086-£31,530p.a.

Pro-rata actual salary: £15,346 - £15,565pa (pay award pending)

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Visual Arts Technician, a highly organised individual to support all aspects of teaching in a very successful faculty across a range of art disciplines, including preparation and maintenance of all tools and resources. The candidate will have experience of working in clay and have photography and digital media experience to support exam classes in art.

The role demands a high level of organisational planning and the capacity to provide a first-class service that meets the needs of both students and the curriculum. There will be a strong focus on actively promoting the enjoyment of all aspects of visual arts.

We believe that all of our students are capable of performing highly. Sydenham School can offer you a professional challenge and a rewarding opportunity, working with a collaborative Leadership Team that is passionate about the achievement and progress of every student in all areas.

If you are interested in an opportunity to build on established success an application pack can be downloaded from our website at:

https://www.sydenham.lewisham.sch.uk/about/vacancies

Alternatively, further details can be obtained from our HR Department: ext 423

The closing date for applications is 9.00am 23rd June 2026

Interview date to be confirmed

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

The school is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity. We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is the 'golden thread' that runs through the school. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed

Original evidence of the right to work within the United Kingdom will be required prior to commencement of employment i.e. National Insurance Number, Work Permits or Indefinite Leave to Remain. If the applicant has lived/worked overseas for 12 months or more since the age of 18, they will also be required to obtain a Certificate of Good Conduct from the country(ies) they lived/worked in at their own expense and provide these for our records.