Design Technology Technician

Monday To Friday, Term time (40 Weeks) 
37 hours per week
Working hours: 08.00 To 16.00, Monday to Thursday, 08.00 to 15.30 Friday

Please note that where continuous service from previous employment applies, subject to terms and conditions, the pro rata salary would be re-calculated based on the applicable service of the successful candidate. The pro rata salaries stated on this advert have been calculated with no relevant continuous service.

Under the instruction/guidance of senior staff: provide general support in a specific curricula/resource area, including preparation and maintenance of resources and support to staff and pupils. 

We seek a conscientious, adaptable technician to support the Design Technology Curriculum, providing assistance and information as required in the preparation of resources for practical lessons that meet both health & safety standards and the requirements of the classes involved.

Duties include providing general assistance in the safe storage, transit and accessibility of resources, including helping to ensure that stock levels are maintained and future requirements are identified.  

This is a busy and varied role and candidates must have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.  

Previous experience is desirable however full training will be provided for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will: 

•    Use specialist skills, training and experience to support pupils in practical learning activities under the guidance of the teacher. 
•    Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and proactive working environment which is also healthy and safe, and to report all health and safety concerns to the appropriate person in accordance with school policy
•    Monitor and manage stock and supplies for the specific curriculum area, within an agreed budget, cataloguing resources and carrying out audits as required; obtaining resources as required in accordance with Financial Standing Orders. 

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy should an effective number of applicants be received. Early applications are encouraged.

If you experience any issues whilst using MyNewTerm,  then please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR Team via email, hr@changinglives.education or T: 01946 820 356.

Changing Lives Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

For further details about this role, please visit our website https://mynewterm.com/jobs/149818/EDV-2023-SBVPS-29313 
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Closing date is 09.00 Friday 30 August 2024