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Wiltshire College & University Centre – Chippenham Campus
Are you a practical, creative and organised technician with a passion for art, design and supporting creative learning? This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking College where creativity, experimentation and hands-on learning are at the heart of the student experience.
As an Art & Design Technician, you will provide technical and practical support across art and visual arts learning environments, helping staff and students make the most of specialist equipment, materials and facilities.
You will support a range of creative activities, including preparing materials, setting up workspaces, maintaining equipment and assisting with practical projects. Working closely with teaching staff, you will help ensure studios and workshops are safe, well organised and ready for teaching, learning and student exhibitions.
What We Offer
Salary: £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year
⏱️ Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Location: Chippenham Campus
✔️ Outstanding Benefits
Local Government Pension Scheme
30 days paid annual leave plus 8 days paid bank holidays
College closure and wellbeing days, including a 2-week paid Christmas closure
Electric Vehicle Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Free On-Site Gyms
Lifestyle Discounts
Cycle-to-Work Scheme
Professional Development and career progression
Additional staff perks and discounts

A stable role with benefits that support your life today and your future tomorrow.
What You’ll Do
Prepare art materials, tools and equipment for practical lessons and workshops
Support staff and students with creative projects across art and visual arts
Set up and maintain studios, workshops and specialist learning spaces
Assist with the safe use of art equipment, materials and practical processes
Monitor stock levels, order supplies and maintain organised storage areas
Carry out routine cleaning, maintenance and checks of equipment and workspaces
Support student exhibitions, displays, creative projects and College events
Help maintain a safe, tidy and inspiring environment for creative learning
Follow health and safety procedures, including the safe handling and storage of materials

What You’ll Bring
Level 3 qualification or above in Art, Fine Art, Art and Design, Visual Arts or a related subject; or equivalent knowledge and experience
Practical experience in an art, design, studio or workshop environment
A good understanding of art materials, tools, equipment and creative processes
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage resources effectively
Good communication skills and the confidence to support staff and students
A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
An understanding of health and safety, including the safe use of tools and materials
A creative mindset and enthusiasm for supporting students to develop their artistic skills

• Make a move that truly pays off

If you're ready for a rewarding technical role where you can combine your creativity, practical skills and passion for the arts, we'd love to hear from you.
Your skills could help inspire creativity and shape the next generation of artists and designers.
Closing Date: 10/11/26

Please note:
Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, located at the top of this page as a downloadable document.
Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Safer Recruitment
Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.
We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.
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Wiltshire College & University Centre stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire, significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6, and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge, Chippenham, Salisbury, and Lackham, which specialises in land-based education.
We offer a wide array of apprenticeships, along with full-time, part-time, and university-level courses. Notably, our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UK's first trackside motorsport engineering training centre, dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.