Art Technician

We are seeking a creative, enthusiastic and highly organised Art Technician to join our thriving Art Department.

Description This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning by preparing materials and equipment, maintaining inspiring learning spaces, and helping students engage with a wide range of artistic processes and media.

The successful candidate will have practical experience in a creative environment, strong organisational and communication skills, and a good understanding of health and safety practices. We are looking for a proactive and flexible team player who can work accurately, manage resources effectively, and support the smooth day-to-day running of the Art Department. Experience of working with art materials and processes is essential, while knowledge of digital media, printmaking, large-format printing, or previous experience in an educational setting would be advantageous. The postholder must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Key Requirements

• Qualifications in Art & Design or relevant experience;
• Practical experience in a creative environment;
• Strong organisational and communication skills;
• Commitment to health, safety and safeguarding.

Benefits of Working at The Queen’s School

In Return For Your Commitment The School Offers

• A strong sense of community
• Supportive colleagues
• Pension Scheme
• Access to 24/7 online GP and other health and well-being experts
• On-site parking
• Subsidised meals
• School fees discount
• Regular social events

Remuneration

Salary: Actual salary £8,417.00 based on £26,130.00 (0.3221) FTE

Hours: 15 hours per week (3 hours per day Monday to Friday), term time only

Application

Please read the candidate brochure on our website for further information. If, having read the brochure, you would like to apply for this post, please complete the application form which can be found on the School website https://www.thequeensschool.co.uk/our-school/job-vacancies together with a cover letter. Your cover letter should be no more than one A4 side and addressed to the Head of Art. When writing your letter, you should include:

• Your career pattern to date.
• Your reason for applying for the post at The Queen’s School.
• The experience and skills which you feel would equip you for this role.

Please submit your cover letter and completed application form to [email protected] by 9am on Monday 2 November 2026.

Interviews will be held week commencing 9 November 2026. If you have not heard from us by 9 November 2026, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

It is The Queen’s School policy that feedback will not be given following application.

Please note that applications will only be considered on The Queen’s School’s application form.

For further information, you may wish to visit our website www.thequeensschool.co.uk.

The Queen’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. The post is also subject to a negative response to an enquiry as to a prohibition order that has been made by the Secretary of State. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.