Art & Design Technician

Art & Design Technician - Secondary School - Brent - September 2026 Start - Full-Time

Are you creative, practical, and passionate about supporting Art & Design education in a secondary school environment?

Do you have the technical skills and organisational ability to support engaging, hands-on Art & Design lessons and help students bring their creative ideas to life?

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Brent seeking to appoint a dedicated Art & Design Technician from September 2026. This full-time role is ideal for individuals with a background in art, design, textiles, or creative industries who are looking to support teaching and learning within education.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school community, playing a vital role in preparing resources, maintaining workshop and studio spaces, and supporting the delivery of a high-quality creative curriculum.

As an Art & Design Technician, you will support the Art & Design department in the preparation and delivery of practical lessons and creative projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing materials, tools, and equipment for Art, Design, and creative technology lessons
• Supporting teachers in delivering practical, hands-on classroom activities
• Maintaining and organising art rooms, studios, and workshop spaces
• Ensuring all equipment, tools, and materials are safe, clean, and ready for use
• Assisting students with materials, processes, and techniques where appropriate
• Supporting the creation, display, and installation of student artwork around the school
• Managing stock levels, ordering supplies, and maintaining departmental resources
• Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed within workshops and studios
• Supporting exhibitions, displays, and school events showcasing student work
• Providing general technical and organisational support to the Art & Design department

The school is seeking a creative, organised, and proactive individual who is passionate about supporting Art & Design education.

You will have:

• Experience in an art, design, or creative environment (school experience desirable but not essential)
• Strong practical skills in art, design, textiles, or related creative disciplines
• Good knowledge of materials, tools, and safe working practices
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to support and engage positively with young people
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive and flexible approach to supporting a busy creative department
• A genuine passion for art, design, and creative education

• Join a supportive and inclusive secondary school in Brent
• Work within a creative and inspiring Art & Design department
• Support students in developing their artistic and design skills
• Gain valuable experience for careers in education, art, design, or creative industries
• Full-time, term-time only role starting September 2026
• Be part of a school community that values creativity, innovation, and student success

If you are passionate about supporting Art & Design education and enjoy working in a creative school environment, we would love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact Elizabeth Topley at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) (Option 3).