Photography Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 23 April 2026
LOCATION
Bradfield
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Creative & Design
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Photography Video Editing AI Virtual Reality Communication Skills Technical Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

The Photography Assistant will work closely with the Photography department assisting staff and pupils with the technical and practical aspects of Photography. Responsibilities include assisting during lessons, developing activities, providing access to the darkroom and studio, and introducing new technologies like AI and VR.

Main Duties:

  • Assist during lessons, specifically Year 10 and Year 12, supporting lessons and helping pupils with a wide range of photographic skills, from lighting, dark room book making and animation the list goes on.
  • Assist with and develop activities outside lesson time, contributing to the expansion of the current weekly offering.
  • Provide greater access and supervision in the darkroom and studio during the activity periods, allowing exam groups greater access outside of allocated lessons.
  • Introduce and support the use of AI, video editing, and virtual reality, considering alternative photographic processes and practices with sustainability in mind.

General:

  • Strong technical skills in photography, video editing, and emerging technologies.
  • knowledge of alternative photographic processes and practices
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Flexibility and a ‘can do’ attitude.
  • Ability to work with little supervision.
  • Self-motivation.
  • Ability to accept collegiate responsibilities and act accordingly.
  • Ability to speak publicly and conduct group presentations.
  • Ability to work effectively independently and within teams.
  • committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people;
  • a genuine enthusiast who wants to pass on his or her skills to young people;
  • prepared to familiarise himself/herself with formal procedures;
  • organised and efficient at paperwork with ICT skills;
  • understand and implement school and statutory policies.

Qualifications and experience required for this role:

Qualification in Photography or Media Arts, or a related field, or relevant experience working in the photography and/or media industries with excellent technical skills.

This role profile is not exhaustive; it will be subject to periodic review and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the college. The post holder will be expected to participate in this process and we would aim to reach agreement to the changes.

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