Creative Arts Technician
About This Role
This is a fantastic chance to join the Maida Vale School community. We prioritize creativity, problem-solving, and curiosity, not only in the classroom but also in broader contexts. Our aim is to foster innovation while maintaining a warm and friendly environment that encourages students to set high goals and reach them. Now in its sixth year, Maida Vale School is expanding and is well on its way to solidifying its reputation as a positive, forward-thinking, compassionate, and inclusive academically selective institution.
The role
In this position, you will:
- Offer practical and creative assistance within the School’s Art department, and potentially in other creative arts departments, based on your experience and interests.
- Support all Class Teachers in delivering an engaging and relevant educational experience for students.
- Help maintain a healthy and safe working environment.
- Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all students at the School.
- Teach a limited timetable of either Art and/or Photography A Level.
The School has its own pay scales and will provide a salary that reflects your experience and the responsibilities of this position.
This is a full-time role, encompassing term-time plus INSET and an additional two weeks.
For more details about this exciting opportunity, including the key responsibilities, qualifications, and person specification for the role, please download the supporting Job Description document or visit our website.
Applications
To apply, please download and complete the school’s application form. Submit it along with a cover letter and the contact details of two referees—one must be your current or most recent employer. If your previous role did not involve working with children, your second referee should be your most recent employer where you had such experience. Please ensure that referees are not relatives or individuals you know only as friends.
The School plans to request references for all shortlisted candidates before interviews, unless you specify otherwise in your application.
Completed applications should be emailed to recruitment@maidavaleschool.com.
Closing date: 9 am on Monday, 20th April 2026.
Interviews: week commencing 27th April 2026.
Suitable candidates will be contacted via telephone to arrange an interview. Please note that interviews will be conducted as suitable applications are received, so we encourage early submissions.
All appointments will be made in line with our equal opportunities policy, and we welcome applicants to inform us of any special needs they may have. Maida Vale School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates will be required to undergo thorough screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Matters pertaining to the safeguarding and welfare of pupils will be addressed during the interview process.