Graduate Apprentice Technician
University of the Arts London Closing date: Mon, 18 May 2026
- Full time
- £30k-£40k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
You'll spend 20% of your time studying towards the recognised Higher Education Technician Qualification, with the remaining 80% embedded within our Technical Resources team, learning from experienced professionals and developing in-demand technical skills.
As both a peer and mentor, you'll support students to navigate their creative journeys and better understand the realities of professional practice. Simultaneously, you'll build your own expertise by working alongside experienced technicians, bridging the gap between staff and students, building confidence, skill, and a strong foundation for your future career.
For full details of the Duties and Responsibilities, please see the job description.
Job Requirements
Eligibility for this role requires you to hold a BA in an Art, Design, or Performance related field of study. We're looking for graduates who have had some time to develop their creative practice outside college. You'll also need to have the right to work in the UK for the duration of this role. UAL are unable to act as visa sponsors for this position. You must also meet the full apprenticeship eligibility criteria which can be found on the FAQ's of our apprenticeships careers site including having been ordinarily resident in the UK for the last 3 years.
You'll also need to show us that you meet the criteria outlined in the Person Specification on the Job Description.
Job Responsibilities
You'll spend 20% of your time studying towards the recognised Higher Education Technician Qualification, with the remaining 80% embedded within our Technical Resources team, learning from experienced professionals and developing in-demand technical skills.
As both a peer and mentor, you'll support students to navigate their creative journeys and better understand the realities of professional practice. Simultaneously, you'll build your own expertise by working alongside experienced technicians, bridging the gap between staff and students, building confidence, skill, and a strong foundation for your future career.
A detailed list of responsibilities can be found in the Job Description.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Graduate Apprentice Technician
- Salary: £30k-£40k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Combined arts
- Role: Creative
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Mon, 18 May 2026
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Location:
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Job: Graduate Apprentice Technician
Job: Graduate Apprentice Technician
Organisation: University of the Arts London
Postcode: SW1P 4JU
How to Apply
Please apply via the link provided.
We are also holding an online session for you to meet the team, find out more about the opportunity and ask any questions you may have at 12 noon, on Monday 11th May.
If you would like to attend, please follow the application link to sign up.
Key Dates:
Online Information Session: Monday 11th May, 12:00 noon
Closing date: Monday 18th May, 12:00 noon
Expected interview dates: w/c 6th July
Employment Start Date: 14th September 2026
Due to training start dates, you’ll need to be available to start work on the 14th September 2026.
For more information about this apprenticeship role, please contact Jonathan Armistead – Technical Operations Manager [email protected]
Should you have any questions about the application process or require reasonable adjustments for your application please contact: [email protected]
- Contact name: Recruitment Team / Jonathan Armistead (Technical Operations Manager)
- Contact email: [email protected]
About University of the Arts London
At University of the Arts London, we’re working together to generate and inspire the creativity the world needs for a better future.
Colleagues join UAL in a wide range of arts, design, teaching, research and professional services roles, all contributing to that shared vision.