Art Technician

St Mary’s Catholic High School

Manchester Road

Astley

Tyldesley

Manchester

M29 7EE

Salary: Grade 5, £14,008 - £15,427 per annum. £13.90 - £15.31 per hour

22 hours per week, term time plus 2 weeks working 40 weeks per year

Required for September 2026

The Governors of this 11-18 Catholic high school and college are looking to appoint a reliable and enthusiastic part-time Art Technician to support the Art Department. Working closely with teaching staff, the postholder will play a key role in preparing materials, maintaining a safe and creative learning environment and supporting practical art & photography lessons.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with practical skills and an interest or background in art, design or creative subjects. Previous experience of working within an educational setting, supporting young people, would be advantageous, but is not essential. The successful candidate will work flexibly with colleagues delivering art and photography curriculum assisting with demonstrations and taking daily responsibility for the preparation, maintenance and organisation of equipment to support delivery of practical classroom activities. All tasks must be carried out in line with appropriate health & safety requirements.

This is a permanent post and an excellent opportunity for a highly organised, methodical and enthusiastic individual to support teaching staff delivering art and photography curriculum across the age and ability range in school. Due to the nature of this role and providing the needs of the curriculum can be met, there may be the opportunity for some flexibility with an agreed working pattern. Applicants are therefore asked to indicate a preferred working pattern when applying for the post.

Our ideal candidate will have a keen interest in the creative industry and hold appropriate qualifications relevant to the job role. It is essential that the successful candidate has strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and a flexible approach, with the capacity to adapt to changing demands and priorities.

If you require any additional information, please contact Tricia Foster, Human Resources Manager by e-mail t.foster@st-maryshigh.wigan.sch.uk

Full details of this post including the CES Support Staff Application form and associated documents are available to download from the school’s website https://www.stmaryschs.org.uk

Wigan Local Authority and the School Governing Body are committed to safeguarding an promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to the Enhanced Disclosure procedures.

Applications forms are returnable to the school.

If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: 01942 884144 E-mail: enquiries@st-maryshigh.wigan.sch.uk Website: https://www.stmaryschs.org.uk

Interview date: Friday 5th June 2026

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

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