Art Technician

Employer

Coastland College

Location

Weymouth, Dorset

Contract Type

Fixed term contract

Hours

Full Time

Salary

£27,259 per annum

Posted

21st July 2026

Start Date

24th August 2026

Expires

4th August 2026 11:59 PM

Contract Type

Fixed term contract

Start Date

24th August 2026

Job ID

1566251

Job Reference

REQ0098

Contract: Term time only, Fixed term until 02/07/2027

We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and self-motivated 3D Technician to join our dynamic Creative Industries team. The successful candidate will support the Art and Design department by supporting technical 3D skills at an appropriate level across all Level 2 – Level 5 Art courses within the 3D workshop and ceramics.

What will the job entail?

Provide support of teaching and learning within the department by the management of resources

Ensure that the working environment is safe for staff and students to use and take responsibility for COSHH and risk assessing of tools and activities

Be responsible for the acquisition, organisation, and use of resources to support teaching and learning

Help the department run as smoothly as possible on a day-to-day basis

Use ordering systems to ensure availability of resources

Undertake construction work to install shows and exhibitions

Drive a minibus for departmental visits

Required skills

Basic computer literacy

Passionate and skilled in metal, wood and ceramic (specifically kiln firing and glaze mixing)

General construction skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Clear communication skills

Resourcefulness

Be educated to GCSE level, including English and maths

Hold a valid driving licence

Desirable skills

Digital competency

Specialist 3D skills such as mould making and laser cutting

A good level of fitness is also required as the role involves manual handling

Candidates must be willing to train for minibus driving, first aid and fire safety

What we offer

Whatever your reasons for wanting to join our college community, we promise you a warm welcome and a highly supportive, flexible approach to your work - designed to help you reach your full potential. We also offer many great benefits, all with the aim of supporting your health, wellbeing and personal development:

Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 holiday days, plus bank holiday increasing by 1 day per annum up to a maximum of 5 years (30 days).

Additional 3 efficiency closure days over Christmas and an additional 4 days over Easter

Generous Pension Scheme through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

Access to Optima Health - our FREE confidential emotional support and practical advice scheme

Dedicated CPD learning days to support learning and development

Family friendly policies

A person-centred annual appraisal focusing on your wellbeing and CPD

Free on-site parking

Free on-site gym

Employee discounts at on-site facilities such as Signature Hair & Beauty Salon, The Avenue Restaurant and The Bay Theatre.

Wide range of Health and Wellbeing initiatives to support staff including Corporate Eyecare voucher scheme, free and confidential staff counselling and a trained team of Mental Health First Aiders

The important bit

Coastland College is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults and so an online search will be conducted for the successful candidates. All new employees to the College are required to complete and obtain an enhanced DBS disclosure. A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the College website.

We’re here to help you

If you have a medical condition or a specific need for an adjustment to our processes, and you believe this may affect your ability to be at your best – please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that you may need.

Don’t meet every single requirement?

We recognise that talent comes in various forms and so are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and sustainable environment for all, that celebrates diversity. If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement on the job description or you are seeking an alternative working pattern, please apply anyway – you may just be the person we are looking for. All we ask is that you make this clear in your application so that we can take this forward to the next stage of the selection process. In your application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use.

We do not engage with recruitment agencies for this role. Any CVs received from agencies will be considered as unsolicited and the property of the Coastland College, with no obligation to pay agency fees.

Safeguarding Statement

Safeguarding Statement

Coastland College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants should be aware that safeguarding checks will be undertaken as part of the recruitment process. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This role involves regular contact with children and young people and is considered regulated activity under the relevant safeguarding legislation. The successful candidate will be expected to uphold the highest standards of child protection and follow all statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must declare all relevant convictions and cautions that are not protected under the Exceptions Order 1975 (amended 2013 and 2020). Guidance on which convictions must be disclosed can be found in the Ministry of Justice’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and the DBS filtering rules.