About this role
Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale D: £22,374 to £22,729 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (£25,583 - £25,989 full time/full year equivalent)
Working Weeks: 39 weeks
Start Date: September 2026
Art Technician - Join Jane Austen College to Support Creative Learning!
As an Art Technician at Jane Austen College, you will provide essential support to our teaching staff, helping to prepare lessons, maintain equipment, and ensure the smooth running of the Art department. You’ll assist with practical activities, manage materials and resources, and help display pupils’ work, contributing directly to their creative learning experience.
This full-time role also involves overseeing stock, supporting health and safety procedures, and helping pupils safely use equipment. It’s a hands-on position ideal for someone organised, proactive, and passionate about supporting young people in a dynamic school environment.
What You’ll Be Doing
Prepare materials and equipment for practical art lessons.Assist teaching staff in lessons and provide guidance to pupils on equipment use.Maintain and organise storage areas, tools, and pupil work.Support the display of pupils’ artwork around the school.Receive, check, and store deliveries of materials safely and efficiently.Oversee health and safety of equipment and work areas, reporting any issues.Carry out basic administrative tasks such as stock control, ordering, and record keeping.Supervise pupils during exhibitions, displays, and practical activities when required.Advise staff and pupils on materials, compounds, and correct use of equipment.
About You:
The ideal candidate will have experience working with secondary-age pupils and supporting staff in a classroom setting. They should be organised, proactive, and confident in using a range of tools, equipment, and ICT systems. Good literacy skills, an understanding of health and safety procedures, and the ability to assist with creative practical work are essential. A friendly, flexible approach and a willingness to support pupils and staff in a busy Art department will help them thrive in this role.
Essential:
Experience working with secondary-age pupils.GCSE-level education in English and Maths (or equivalent), with good literacy skills.Organised, self-motivated, and able to assist staff in practical art activities.ICT literate and confident using classroom technology and equipment.Understanding of classroom roles, health and safety procedures, and willingness to participate in training.
Desirable:
Completion of the DfE Teacher Assistant Induction Programme.GCSE or A-level qualification in Art or a related subject.First Aid trained.Knowledge and experience using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.Understanding of how to support pupils with additional needs in creative tasks.
Why Join Inspiration Trust
At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you’ll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.
We offer:
Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributionsHealth Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *Free parking at most sitesPersonalised CPD and development programmesA structured and specific induction programme.*Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.
About Us
Jane Austen College opened in 2014 as a flagship free school of the Inspiration Trust, with a focus on English and Humanities. Since then, it has grown from serving just two-year groups to become a full school of over 1,000 pupils.
In May 2024, the college was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in all inspection areas, including leadership, behaviour and sixth form provision. Inspectors noted that pupils benefit from “exceptional academic education, excellent pastoral support and a character curriculum building life skills to see them succeed in progressing to some of the top universities in the country and into prosperous careers.”
The college prides itself on ensuring that all pupils, regardless of background or disadvantage, have access to powerful knowledge and transformative extracurricular experiences, as well as strong mental health and wellbeing support.
We are part of the Inspiration Trust; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.
The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country’s leading educational thinkers and practitioners.
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Next Steps
Before applying, please read the attached Recruitment Pack and Job Description, for more details about the role. We ask that you read this pack carefully, especially the “Planning your application” section from page 11. This will support your application ensuring you have the opportunity to tell us about your relevant skills, experience and qualifications that relate to the job description and person specification in addition to details of your references covering the last 5 years.
If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Rowan Wood, PA to Principal ([email protected]).
To apply for this role please click the Apply button to complete the online application form.
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Closing date for applications: 12pm on Friday 29th May 2026
Interview date: Monday 8th June 2026
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.