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Technical Demonstrator Etching and Lithography (Term Time Only)
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17 October 2026 (11 hours ago)
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14 January 2027
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Job Summary
We are seeking a Technical Demonstrator to support teaching learning and research within our specialist Printmaking facilities with a focus on etching photo-etching lithography relief printing and letterpress.
The role involves providing specialist technical expertise delivering practical demonstrations and training and supporting students in the safe and effective use of printmaking techniques equipment materials and workshop facilities.
(This is a term time only contract working 18.5 hours per week / 36 weeks per year)
The role involves providing specialist technical expertise delivering practical demonstrations and training and supporting students in the safe and effective use of printmaking techniques equipment materials and workshop facilities.
(This is a term time only contract working 18.5 hours per week / 36 weeks per year)
About the Role
- Demonstrate the safe and effective practice of specialist etching photoetching letterpress lithography relief printmaking and related printmaking processes equipment and facilities.
- Provide technical instruction inductions workshops and one-to-one support to students and staff enabling the development of practical printmaking skills and technical competence.
- Support students throughout the printmaking process from image preparation and plate or stone production through to proofing editioning and final presentation.
- Operate and maintain specialist printmaking equipment including presses exposure units processing areas and associated workshop resources undertaking routine maintenance and fault reporting where required.
- Advise students and staff on the selection and use of appropriate materials papers inks plates chemicals and printmaking techniques to support a range of creative outcomes.
- Prepare materials equipment and workshop spaces for teaching sessions ensuring facilities are organised accessible and ready for use.
- Ensure compliance with Health and Safety COSHH requirements risk assessments and safe working practices.
- Monitor and maintain workshop materials stock levels chemicals and equipment records to support efficient workshop operations.
- Work collaboratively as part of the technical team maintaining effective communication record-keeping and handovers to ensure consistent support and workshop delivery for students and staff.
- Support academic staff in the delivery of learning teaching exhibitions open days and other public-facing events.
- Promote sustainable and environmentally responsible printmaking practices through the appropriate use storage disposal and recycling of materials and chemicals.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of printmaking facilities technical resources and workshop practices to enhance the student experience and support innovation within the School.
About You
- Strong practical knowledge of etching photoetching lithography letterpress and relief printmaking with proven experience of delivering technical practical sessions across these processes.
- Experience of operating and maintaining specialist printmaking equipment and facilities including presses exposure units and associated technical resources.
- Ability to develop and deliver technical demonstrations inductions and practical activities that support teaching learning research and student engagement.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a technical team maintaining clear communication and collaboration to ensure consistent support and workshop delivery for students and staff.
- Demonstrable knowledge of Health and Safety requirements within workshop and studio environments including COSHH risk assessment processes and the safe handling storage and disposal of specialist materials and chemicals
Additional Information
Salary Grade Ac1 - Starting from 14065 rising to 15616 per annum pro rata 34630 - 38448
The salary range shows the potential maximum pay progression in addition to any annual inflationary increase to your pay. Please note that our default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range unless there are exceptional circumstances.
This is a term time only contract working 18.5 hours per week / 36 weeks per year
Interview Date - w/c 16th November 2026
Due to the nature of this post regretfully we cannot accept applications that do not have the Right to Work/Live in the UK therefore your application will be rejected.
The salary range shows the potential maximum pay progression in addition to any annual inflationary increase to your pay. Please note that our default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range unless there are exceptional circumstances.
This is a term time only contract working 18.5 hours per week / 36 weeks per year
Interview Date - w/c 16th November 2026
Due to the nature of this post regretfully we cannot accept applications that do not have the Right to Work/Live in the UK therefore your application will be rejected.
Staff Benefits
We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU including
- Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teachers Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life post-retirement
- Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: friendly policies including hybrid working flexible work environment on-site nursery and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments wellbeing support and advice and access to counselling
- Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
- Wide range of discounts and financial benefits accessed through and easy-to-use app
For further details about all our staff benefits have a look at our rewards page: reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.
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