Art & Food Technician

West Somerset College is an all-inclusive college for students aged 13 to 18, located on the edge of the breathtaking Exmoor National Park. We are proud of our commitment to providing a high-quality, well-rounded education, and we are now looking to appoint a passionate and organised Art and Food Technician to support our creative and practical curriculum.

Part-time, 15 hours per week (3 hours per day). 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days). Salary: Band 4, points 5-6. Actual starting salary: £8,568 per annum.

About the Role:

This is a vital role supporting both the Art and Food departments. The successful candidate will assist teaching staff by preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and supporting students during practical lessons. You will help ensure that our learning environments are safe, well-organised, and inspiring. Key responsibilities will include:

• Prepare materials and resources for practical lessons in Art and Food.
  Maintain cleanliness and safety of practical areas, including equipment and tools.
• Assist with displays of students artwork and coursework.
  Support students and staff during lessons, ensuring smooth lesson delivery.
• Monitor and manage stock levels, placing orders as required.

We re Looking For:

• Someone who is organised, proactive and able to manage your time across two busy departments.
• A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to learn new skills.
• An interest or background in Art, Food Technology, or Design & Technology (desirable but not essential).
• A commitment to supporting students and contributing to a positive learning environment.
• An understanding of health and safety within a school setting (training will be provided).

What We Offer:

• A welcoming and collaborative working environment.
• Employee Rewards Scheme including High Street discounts and access to our Staff Wellbeing Centre.
• Discounted Gym Membership.
• A Trust-wide Staff Wellbeing Policy and access to professional development opportunities.

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Sunday 15th June 2025

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.