Design & Technology Technician

TES FE News; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant and welcoming school in Leytonstone is seeking a dedicated DT technician to support the Technology department. The successful candidate will play a vital role in preparing lesson materials and maintaining equipment, all while being part of a collaborative team focused on the wellbeing and success of students.

Benefits

Opportunities for Staff CPD

On-site Staff Gym

Employee assistance programme with counselling sessions

Access to Techscheme and Cyclescheme

Paid wellbeing day off each year

Supportive Governing body and experienced Leadership Team

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and well-qualified DT technician with experience working with children.
• Previous experience in a technician role is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of lesson materials.
• Maintenance of equipment and stock taking.
• Support the Technology department in various capacities.

Skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, well-qualified DT technician to support the Technology department.

The post involves preparation of lesson materials, maintenance of equipment, stock taking and storage of equipment. Technicians are a valued part of our school team and play a vital role. You may have previous experience working as a Technician within a school or a role in which you have previously worked with children. You will be flexible and be able to work as a member of a team. Training is available for the successful candidate.

About Us

Buxton School is an All-Through school situated in Leytonstone in London. Buxton opens doors for our community. We are an honest, kind family of learners, inspiring ambition for our pupils’ futures. Together with parents, we will enable every pupil to fulfil their potential. We provide a secure and caring environment where we strive to ensure that every pupil will develop a sense of pride, enjoyment and ownership in their school.

At Buxton School, We Are Able To Offer

• A wide range of opportunities for Staff CPD
• A supportive Governing body and experienced Leadership Team
• A creative and inspiring curriculum
• An on-site Staff Gym
• An employee assistance programme through which you can access up to 3 free counselling sessions per year with BACP accredited counsellors
• Access to the ‘Techscheme’ which enables you to purchase the latest technology pre-tax
• Access to the ‘Cyclescheme’ which enables you to purchase bicycles pre-tax
• One paid wellbeing day off each year for staff who have been with us for two terms
• A strong commitment to your professional development and career management
• An opportunity to be part of an enthusiastic and creative team
• A two-week October half-term break
• One paid wellbeing day off each year for staff who have been with us for two terms
• A supportive environment in which your enthusiasm will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded
• An opportunity to think and work within practice that is centred on the whole child, from 3.5 months to 16 years
  
  

Find Out More and Apply

For further information about the school, please visit www.buxtonschool.org.uk

If you have any questions prior to applying, you can contact Lauren-Marie Haywood, PA to Executive Headteacher, at [e-mail]

To apply, please complete our application form and return this via email: [e-mail]. CVs will not be accepted.

Buxton School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure.