Visual Arts Technician

Visual Arts Technician Part time - Up to 31 hours per week (negotiable), 40 weeks per year – (term time plus one week) SFCA Support Spine Band 3, point 7 - currently £25,951 pro rata per annum Fixed term contract up to 31st August 2027 To start 1st September 2026 Varndean College is a thriving and successful sixth form college with an excellent reputation for high outcomes, providing an inspirational student experience and adding value to all of our community. Based in the city of Brighton and Hove we transform lives through exceptional education. We are proud of our dynamic culture, inclusivity and reputation as trailblazers. We currently have a vacancy for a Visual Arts Technician to support the Visual Arts team. This role involves supporting teachers to resource and run lessons in Art, Textiles, Graphic Design, Photography and 3D Design. You will be a practical, adaptable individual, who has the ability to organise and maintain workshop machinery and equipment both traditional and digital. You will also have a working knowledge (or willingness to learn) of CAD processes - 3D printing and laser cutting. Previous experience in working in a technical support role with students in a workshop is essential. The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required to have an enhanced DBS check. We value the diversity of our staff and students and we particularly welcome applicants from under-represented backgrounds. We can offer: ● A supportive, communicative and consultative working environment. ● A commitment to the on-going professional development of our staff. ● The opportunity to join our Corporate Memberships to Freedom Leisure or the Brighton Gym, use of the College Fitness Suite and a Cycle to Work Scheme. ● A salary sacrifice Techscheme. ● The use of an Employee Assistance programme offering unlimited 24/7 support on a range of topics, issues and matters. ● Annual health screenings, flu sho