Technical Demonstrator: Etching and Lithography (Term Time Only)

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

• Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's 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: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
• Family 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