Design and Technology Technician

eTeach UK Limited; Radstock; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education support organization in Radstock is seeking a Design and Technology Technician to assist in driving the department forward. This full-time role involves supporting students in various projects including food technology and textiles. The ideal candidate will have a passion for design technology and a desire to enrich students' learning experiences. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Commitment to staff welfare

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting educational settings.
• Ability to engage with students in a creative manner.
• Knowledge of various materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Design and Technology department across various projects.
• Assist in teaching food technology, product design, and textiles.
• Help manage and maintain equipment and resources.

Skills

Passion for design technology

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant qualifications in Design and Technology

Tools

Food technology equipment

Textiles machinery

3D printers

Job description

Design and Technology Technician
Full time, 37 hours per week
Term time only plus inset days
Salary Range (full-time equivalent): £24,790 - £25584 (Pay Award Pending)
Actual Salary: £21,299 - £21,981 (Pay Award Pending)
Do you have a passion to help support the creativity of students, who would relish the opportunity to work as part of a team driving the Design and Technology department forward.
We are excited to be looking for a Design and Technology technician to support the faculty across Food Technology, Product Design and Textiles.
Design and Technology at Writhlington is a very popular subject, with the students enjoying having the opportunity to complete a wide range of different projects using a wide array of materials. Projects include learning basic skills in cookery, making soft toys and pencils cases in Textiles, working with electronics to manufacture an Animal Lamp or designing their own ‘Bus Stop for Somerset’.
The Design and Technology Faculty has excellent resources including a well equipped Food room with Induction ovens and a Blast Chiller, a Textiles room with sublimation printer and laser cutter, a well equipped workshop with a range of modern and traditional tools, including a laser cutter and 3 3D printers. Full training will be provided.
Writhlington School is part of the Midsomer Norton Schools’ Partnership and located on a large modern campus that benefits from exceptional media facilities, a 400-seat theatre and a Community Sports Centre. The school is committed to supporting staff in their professional development and working collaboratively to drive towards the goal of consistently refining pedagogy and practice with a pupil centred mindset. New staff ideas are encouraged and there are a range of opportunities to lead and to contribute to its wide range of extracurricular activities.
There are exceptional sports facilities and opportunities, a large Combined Cadet Force, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme and international trips to Iceland, France, USA, Belgium and Austria. We also have a world famous Orchid Project and extensive performing arts opportunities to name but a few of the opportunities available to staff and students.
If you have a passion for design technology and education and enjoy working with young people, apply today!
Interviews will be held on Monday 18 August
Writhlington School, Knobsbury Lane, Radstock, Bath BA3 3NQ
Midsomer Norton Schools’ Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate.