BSB is a not for profit, inclusive independent international school comprising 1,350 students from approximately 70 countries. Located in the parkland of Tervuren, we enjoy world class facilities set within an inspiring green cus, yet near all the amenities of the university city of Leuven and the capital city of Brussels. But what makes our school an exceptional place to learn and grow, and what really sets us apart, are the relationships we build, the culture of kinship we foster and the pursuit of quality in everything that we do. The main purpose of this role is to provide practical support to the Art and Design Department, so that teaching and learning are effective, and students and staff are working in healthy and safe conditions. Core duties for Art and Design Technician: To be a practical, willing and enthusiastic member of the Art, Design and Technology Faculty and team To prepare materials for lessons, maintain & equip the studios and manage stock and materials To ensure the department is clear and clean To organise the stock and storage including student work and materials To assist with presentation of work for display and exhibition purposes; to construct reusable temporary display units To be flexible and assist the department with any related tasks as required To minimise wastage of materials on a daily basis by establishing effective ways of recovering what is being used To be able to lift, move equipment, furniture and stock To assist with the smooth running of the department library resources To assist with the preparation for the new school term during the holidays Essential skills and qualities: Excellent practical skills Willingness to play a major role in the life of the department and faculty including day to day communication with both staff and students and to contribute ideas and suggestions To be flexible in responding to the needs of the department at particularly busy periods: e.g. examinations and arranging displays for assessment To be resourceful and show initiative Desirable skills and qualities: To have knowledge of ceramics, recycling of clay and firing of kilns To have mounting skills Broad experience of working in art and design studios and being accustomed to the specific demands of this environment An Art and Design background would also be advantageous. The Person: Commitment to the BSB Guiding Statements Committed to achieving the best at all times for BSB students Belief that in learning and in life more is achieved together than alone Committed to the safety and wellbeing of BSB students. A Part time, Term time only role On the job training An interesting position in an international environment An attractive salary BSB Operational TermTimeOnly+10'' scale Band 3 representin... Clay firing kilns, Show initiative, Communication, Student work, Wellbeing Support, Enthusiasm, Stocks, Practical support, Storage, Design Technology, Archive, Studio, Resourcefulness, Art and Design, Practicality, Visual