Design Technology Technician

North Chadderton School; Chadderton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing support including employee-c

Job summary

North Chadderton School is seeking a DT Technician to join the Design Technology team. You will support teachers and pupils, preparing equipment and materials for practical lessons and maintaining safety in workshops.

The role emphasizes a practical, well-organised approach, with commitment to safeguarding and a supportive school environment. On-site parking and wellbeing resources are available in a modern, accessible school setting.

Qualifications

• Must have practical and organised approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Commitment to safe working environment and safeguarding policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Design Technology teaching and pupils.
• Prepare and maintain equipment, materials and resources for practical lessons.
• Ensure workshops and specialist areas are well maintained and safe to use.

Skills

Practical

Organised

Attention to detail

Tools

Workshop equipment

Job description

We are looking to appoint a DT Technician to join our dedicated and professional Design Technology team. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and practical individual to support the delivery of high-quality Design Technology teaching and learning across the school.

You will provide technical support to teachers and pupils, helping to prepare and maintain equipment, materials and resources for practical lessons. You will also ensure that workshops and specialist areas are maintained to a high standard and that equipment is used safely and effectively. To succeed in this role, you will have a practical and organised approach, good attention to detail and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. You will be committed to maintaining a safe working environment and supporting pupils to develop their practical skills.

North Chadderton School was recently graded Good in all areas by Ofsted. We know this is a great school and one which is fully committed to continuing to provide the very best experiences for all our pupils, with high academic standards and attainment and a strong personal development offer. We are committed to career-long staff development and if you join our team, you will be based in a diverse, friendly and supportive school with a state-of-the-art building, providing access to the latest resources to facilitate learning.

As well as offering you a competitive salary, we also provide free on-site parking, the cycle to work scheme and a range of wellbeing support, including access to employee counselling. Located at the east of Manchester, we are easily accessible through local and regional transport links.

North Chadderton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service Disclosure and pre-employment checks.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024’ (para 221).

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