Technical Demonstrator: Ceramics

THE ROLE

This post is primarily concerned with the planning, development and safe delivery of technical workshops within the ceramics studio. The post holder will be required to demonstrate a range of equipment and techniques within this field. This position will require you to work with other programs delivered across the art and design portfolio and within other workshop areas when cover is required. The post holder would supervise and provide assistance to students as necessary when undertaking their individual or set project work. 

In addition to the role of Technical Demonstrator you would also oversee and maintain the equipment and monitor, maintain and provide stock control to the workshops and stores. The post holder will work closely with colleagues to ensure appropriate support is provided to students at all levels. The post holder will set up equipment and maintain the workshops in a clean, tidy, safe and secure manner. They will be expected to have a broad knowledge of techniques, materials and equipment used within a ceramics studio. Also, a part of the roll requires the loading and programming of the ceramics kilns. The post holder would be expected to support the Principal Technical Demonstrators and others in arranging University events and exhibitions both on or off-campus. The post holder would be expected to engage in research activities associated with their technical workshop practice, or other related activities in order to maintain the currency of the students learning experience. The post holder must have a professional attitude, with a high degree of enthusiasm and a willingness to deliver student centred learning provision.

Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -

• Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
• For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk
• This role may be eligible for sponsorship subject to Home Office salary threshold requirements https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job (grade 5 and above)
• This application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your application and supporting statement

Closing date: 16 October 2025

Interview date: TBC

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