Art & Food Technician

Job description / Role

- Preparation of teaching resources and materials for lessons and Activities. Delivering resources and materials to rooms.
- Collecting, checking and returning resources and materials to stores obtaining materials by local purchase
- Assisting in practical classes as required Managing the Art and Design store room Support with the general tidying up of the classroom.
- Safe disposal of hazardous substances and waste materials.
- Carrying out safety checks on equipment.
- Organising, storing and checking the condition of equipment.
- Keeping up to date with COSHH requirements (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health).
- Liaise with in house Administration team.
- Liaise with teachers to avoid resource clashes.
- Checking stock (stock control).
- Keeping appropriate stock records.
- Compiling orders and checking deliveries against inventory.

Requirements

- Liaising and negotiating with suppliers.
- Sourcing and suggesting alternatives items to maintain stock levels.
- Reviewing displays around the school.
- Practical advice on presentation methods for all staff.
- Assisting in Art Department displays.
- Securing display resources.
- Suggesting alternative display solutions.
- Preparation, organisation and display of Art Exhibition or event displays.
- Creation of stage set designs for school events.
- Assisting the set-up of student folders.
- Leading support staff in tasks for the Art Department.

About the Company

GEMS Education is a pioneering education company with an international network of award winning K-12 schools. Over the past 55 years GEMS has grown from one school to being a truly global company with one incredible mission – to make quality education available to every student. Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.