The Northern School of Art has been established for over 150 years. We are the only specialist provider of art and design programmes in the North East. We offer a distinct teaching and learning experience for students wishing to pursue an exciting career in the booming creative industries. Our further education (FE) provision for 16+ year olds is delivered from our Middlesbrough Campus and our higher education (HE) for 18+ year olds is housed within the Hartlepool Campus. Additionally, the school runs a successful “Saturday Club” at its Middlesbrough Campus for people ages 6 to 16 years. We are seeking a Technician/Demonstrator with a strong, current knowledge of moving image and lens-based media to provide technical support, instruction and supervision to students in the safe and correct use of the relevant machinery, equipment and materials for their required knowledge within their designated course. Activities include, but not limited to, tasks such as; ensuring Health and Safety measures are in place, scheduling bespoke workshops, procuring materials, preparing resources, tracking the loaning and management of equipment, supporting individual students/staff on an ad hoc basis, advising staff on new technologies / ways of working to support curriculum delivery. The ideal candidate will also have a creative moving image/lens-based media background and have an Honours degree (or equivalent) or exempting professional experience, with a professional portfolio of work. What will you get if you join us? · Work for an institution that supports work-life balance, and cares for the wellbeing of staff; · Staff development opportunities; · Generous annual leave; · Free confidential counselling service and physiotherapy; · Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses for VDU use; · Free IT products including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud; · Professional fees paid by the School; · Staff recognition awards · Free car parking and access to other staff benefits; and · Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme(with significant employer contributions).

The Northern School of Art has provided students with specialist art and design education in the North East for over 100 years. Dating back to 1870 when The Middlesbrough School of Art was opened shortly followed by The Government School of Art in Hartlepool in 1874. The School, formerly the Cleveland College of Art & Design (CCAD), was formed in 1979 by the merger of Teesside College of Art, Middlesbrough, and the Hartlepool College of Art. Being the only educational institute dedicated to art and design in the North East over this course of time has given our school immeasurable experience and expertise in creative education. We have had the opportunity to work with outstandingly talented students who have graduated to become some of the best in their respective industries. Our Alumni include Ridley Scott, director of Alien and Blade Runner, car designer Keith Patterson, and artist Mackenzie Thorpe. We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic individual to join our Marketing & Student Recruitment team as a Student Recruitment Advisor. In this role, you will work across both our Middlesbrough and Hartlepool campuses to promote our Further and Higher Education courses in art, design, and creative subjects. You will be responsible for generating enquiries and applications by engaging with schools, colleges, and other external partners, as well as organising and attending recruitment events, delivering workshops and presentations, and supporting prospective students through the application process. You’ll have experience of working with young people, an understanding of safeguarding principles, and ideally some knowledge of marketing and recruitment practices within the education sector. A background or interest in the creative industries would be an advantage. What will you get if you join us? · Work for an institution that supports work-life balance, and cares for the wellbeing of staff; · Staff development opportunities; · Generous annual leave; · Free confidential counselling service and physiotherapy; · Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses for VDU use; · Free IT products including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud; · Professional fees paid by the School; · Staff recognition awards · Free car parking and access to other staff benefits; and · Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme(with significant employer contributions).

The Northern School of Art has been established for over 150 years. We are the only specialist provider of art and design programmes in the North East. We offer a distinct teaching and learning experience for students wishing to pursue an exciting career in the booming creative industries. Our further education (FE) provision for 16+ year olds is delivered from our Middlesbrough Campus and our higher education (HE) for 18+ year olds is housed within the Hartlepool Campus. Additionally, the school runs a successful “Saturday Club” at its Middlesbrough Campus for people ages 6 to 16 years. We are seeking a creative individual with strong skills in digital design software and general IT, yet a wider appreciation for all elements of creativity / general art & design. It is imperative you have digital art & design skills in the Adobe Creative Suite. Within this role you will manage a team of dedicated technician demonstrators each with their own specialist skills in varying creative disciplines You will spend a mixture of time in classrooms working with students and staff delivering creative workshops directed in conjunction with academic teams alongside management of the technician support, ensuring smooth operation. Activities include, but not limited to, tasks such as; ensuring Health and Safety measures are in place, scheduling workshops, procuring materials, preparing resources, tracking the loaning and management of equipment, supporting individual students/staff on an ad hoc basis, advising staff on new technologies / ways of working to support curriculum delivery. You will have direct input and responsibility for offering a reliable, proactive and ‘can do’ approach to support to the School. There will be varying activities throughout the academic year that require direct involvement from the technician team such as; organising and facilitating bespoke workshop activities, potentially working with feeder schools, supervising students, taking an active role in showcasing student work / exhibitions. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about creativity with a curious approach to new ways of working and suggesting ideas / techniques to overcome problems and obstacles. You will be surrounded and supported by like-minded team of people who work together to provide the best learning experiences for our students. We welcome applications from candidates with a broad range of creative skills. Additional skills in other design software may be advantageous. What will you get if you join us? · Work for an institution that supports work-life balance, and cares for the wellbeing of staff; · Staff development opportunities; · Generous annual leave; · Free confidential counselling service and physiotherapy; · Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses for VDU use; · Free IT products including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud; · Professional fees paid by the School; · Staff recognition awards · Free car parking and access to other staff benefits; and · Access to the Local Government Pension scheme (with significant employer contributions).