Art and Technology Technician (Food)

St Aidan's Church of England High School; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 10,470 - 12,797; Part time

Job summary

St Aidan’s Church of England High School in Harrogate is seeking an enthusiastic Art and Technology Technician (Food) to support the department during lessons. The role is 20.25 hours per week, term-time only, Monday to Wednesday, with salary graded at Grade C (points 3–4) £24,796–£25,185 FTE, actual pay starting at £11,634 per annum.

You will assist with resources, equipment and lesson readiness. The successful candidate will be organised, reliable and possess excellent communication skills,

Qualifications

• We are looking for an organised and reliable individual with excellent communication skills who can work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• The ideal candidate will have a practical approach, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage resources and equipment effectively.
• They will enjoy supporting young people in an educational environment and bring a positive, proactive attitude to this role.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Food and Textiles with the smooth running of the Art and Technology department.
• Ensure products and equipment are available during lessons and manage resources and equipment efficiently.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the faculty to support teaching and student activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Organised

Reliability

Practical approach

Job description

Art and Technology Technician (Food)

20.25 hours per week

To be worked Monday to Wednesday

Term time only

Salary Grade C (points 3-4) £24,796 - £25,185 FTE)

(actual pay starting at £11,634 per annum)

Do you want to work in a school where the behaviour and attitudes of students is outstanding, a school which is driven by strong values, a caring ethos and a commitment to educational excellence, and where each and every student knows the gift of life in all its fullness? Furthermore, a school where extra-curricular success is amongst the highest in the country and student outcomes are well above national average.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Art and Technology Technician (Food) to work within our highly successful Art and Technology Faculty. The successful candidate will support the Head of Food and Textiles with the smooth running of the department, working closely with colleagues across the faculty to ensure products and equipment are available during lessons.

We are looking for an organised and reliable individual with excellent communication skills who can work efficiently both independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate will have a practical approach, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage resources and equipment effectively. They will enjoy supporting young people in an educational environment and will bring a positive, proactive attitude to this important role.

In return, we offer the opportunity to work within a welcoming and supportive school community, alongside enthusiastic and highly motivated students. Staff benefit from a strong culture of professional collaboration, a commitment to wellbeing and professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful contribution to a thriving and successful Art and Technology Faculty within one of the highest-performing schools in the region.

Safeguarding

St. Aidan’s Church of England High School (part of Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust) takes safeguarding very seriously and is committed to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all children and the prevention of extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to provide references, undertake an enhanced check through the Disclosure and Barring Service and comply with the Safeguarding Policy and Child Protection Practices of Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust. Checks are also undertaken to verify identity, address, qualifications required for the post, right to work in the UK and previous employment history.