About this role
Thank you for your interest in this post at WQE.
We believe that this is a particularly exciting time to be joining us, offering a real opportunity to make a difference in this thriving and vibrant Sixth Form College. We strive for excellence in all aspects of our work with students; their academic and wider achievements, their learning experiences, the support they receive in their academic progress, their learning environment and their wider experience of College life. The College operates across two closely located campuses, next to the University of Leicester on University Road and a smaller campus at Regent Road.
We are looking to appoint a Media and Arts Technician to join our small team of technicians within the Media, and Creative Arts area. The successful applicant will have had experience of working in a visual arts setting and will possess skills, knowledge and experience in one or more of the following disciplines: woodworking, metalworking, ceramics, or textiles. Good oral and written communication skills and the ability to plan and prioritise work against deadlines are all essential attributes for this role. Experience of working in a college or school context would be an advantage.
The Curriculum Area
Media and Creative Arts is a vibrant curriculum area, which includes six A Level and three GCSE visual art specialist subjects, a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design Practice, A Level and Level 3 Extended Certificate in Media as well as Music and Theatre Studies A Levels.
The area is led by a Curriculum Area Leader who is supported by a deputy and two Assistant Curriculum Area Leaders. Together they ensure the provision of high-quality outcomes and excellent experiences for students and lead the on-going development of teaching, learning and assessment.
Media and Creative Arts is accommodated in a purpose-built arts centre and enjoys well-appointed modern studios, workshops and classrooms. We are a high-achieving department with excellent res