Specialist Technician - Fashion & Print BTN

Overview

Brighton Met College, part of the Chichester College Group, is seeking a passionate Print & Textiles Technician to join the Creative Industries team at Brighton Met. This is a part-time role (29 hours per week, 40 weeks per year) on a pro rata basis.

Specialist Technician - Fashion & Print []
• Pro rata of £25,582 - £25,683 per annum (i.e. £18,199.91 - £18,271.77)

• Keep displays up to date as part of the technician team.
• Be a key part of building and setting up the METFest End of Year show and help to organise studio spaces.
• Support the next generation of designers and makers in creative workshops.
• Prepare screen-printing equipment, maintain sewing machines, and help students bring their creative visions to life.
• Ensure specialist facilities run smoothly, maintain health and safety standards, and work with teaching staff who are passionate about print and textiles.

• Hands-on experience in print, textiles, or a related field with a strong understanding of relevant equipment and techniques.
• Safety-conscious, well-organised, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• A Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject area and basic literacy and numeracy qualifications (or willingness to achieve these).

Working pattern for this role will be discussed  hours per week, 40 weeks per year.

• Local Government Pension Scheme - the Group contributes 20.4% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days. Term-Time-Only roles may have different accrual; there is an opportunity to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave.
• Discount schemes for shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities (gym and nurseries on specific campuses).
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependent on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities, including development days, funded apprenticeships and access to other courses.
• Additional information available in the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert.

We actively encourage applications from those seeking part-time roles or flexible working arrangements. The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include overseas checks and a self-declaration relating to disqualification. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

We are an equal opportunities employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role under the Disability Confident scheme.

Closing date: 19 January 2026. Interview date: 26 January 2026.