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An exciting opportunity has arisen within the School of Art and Design for a 3D Workshop Learning Assistant to support our students with technical and practical activities across diverse materials, techniques, and processes.
The School of Art & Design has over 600 students across a range of specialist creative industry pathways, and we strive to ensure their skills align with the evolving demands of the creative industries.
We are seeking a highly motivated individual with versatile expertise in 3D materials and processes, including woodwork, metalwork, and casting. Familiarity with digital fabrication skills, such as 3D printing and laser cutting, is preferable but not essential, as training will be provided.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting students in practical work and the creative making process.
- Preparing and maintaining workshop equipment, tools, and materials.
- Ensuring a safe working environment by adhering to Health & Safety procedures and COSHH guidelines.
- Assisting in the setup and preparation of classrooms and workshop spaces.
- The ideal candidate will have a passion for creative practice, a strong knowledge of both traditional and modern techniques, and a commitment to fostering students' employability skills.
You'll join a supportive and dynamic team within a thriving department committed to high performance and outstanding student outcomes. Training and development opportunities are core to this role, and we encourage upskilling.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Supervise students, under the oversight of teaching staff, within the learning environment to assist in developing specialist skills and ensure safe working practices.
* Demonstrate the correct use of equipment and handling of materials to students to assist in developing their skills and ensure safe working practices.
* Contribute to the supervision of student recreational activities and educational visits to provide a high quality student experience.
* Act as a role model for students to promote high standards of conduct and behaviour.
* Supervise and maintain designated practical work areas, regularly checking to ensure effective and efficient support to teachers and learners, a high standard of cleanliness and adherence to health and safety requirements.
* Regularly check, maintain and as necessary repair equipment in accordance with College guidelines to ensure it is safe and ready for use when required.
* Prepare and, as appropriate, construct equipment and materials for use by teaching staff and students to assist in the delivery of teaching and learning.
* Give technical advice to staff and students on the selection and use of equipment and materials for teaching and learning purposes and, as appropriate, prepare written technical guidelines for the use of equipment and processes.
* Operate a booking system to control the allocation and usage of equipment and resources for teaching and learning.
* Monitor and maintain stock levels of consumables and order supplies to ensure appropriate materials are available when needed to support the learning process.
* Maintain inventories of equipment in accordance with College procedures.
* Safely dispose of waste materials to maintain a safe learning environment.
* Undertake and maintain risk assessments for designated processes, and ensure the implementation of agreed control measures and procedures, to ensure a safe and healthy learning environment.
* Provide first aid in the event of an accident within the practical work area.
GENERAL AND COLLEGE RESPONSIBILITIES
* Participate actively and flexibly in a range of College-wide activities, such as duty rotas, enrolment and marketing events and staff and student activities.
* Participate in training and team development activities to update skills and knowledge.
* All employees have a general duty in law to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
* Understand and be committed to the College's Health and Safety Policy statement and the College's safety priorities and be aware of his/her contribution to such priorities.
* Be aware of and comply with the health and safety legislation and other College requirements that are relevant to his/her post.
* Demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm to promote the principle of equality and diversity in employment and service delivery
* Be familiar with and promote the Equality and Diversity Policy
* Promote equality and diversity in the workplace and set the tone for behaviour between colleagues (for manager roles)
* Be familiar with Safeguarding requirements as outlined in the Safeguarding Policy and comply with its requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
* Undertake such additional duties or projects as the Principal or line manager may determine from time to time, after consultation with the postholder
This is a Term Time Only role working 38 weeks per year.
You'll have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you'll be actively encouraged to upskill.
We have a free on-site gym and you can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle-to-work scheme, free on-site parking, generous pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 19th January 2025.
Connect2Employment is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Employment is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
