Design Technology Technician

Didsbury High School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurus Trust is seeking an enthusiastic, organised Technology Technician to join the Design & Technology department at Didsbury High School in Manchester. You will support staff and students by preparing resources, maintaining equipment and assisting practical activities, ensuring safety and smooth lesson delivery.

The role is 35 hours per week, term-time only, with some flexibility for part-time working. We welcome applications that fit the school calendar, and offer a welcoming, supportive

Qualifications

• Sound educational background including GCSEs in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent.
• Prior experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Based in the Design & Technology department providing efficient technician support to the Technology Department; prepare resources and assist in lessons.

Education

GCSE Maths & English (A-C)

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised and proactive Technology Technician to join our Design & Technology department. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with excellent practical and organisational skills to play a key role in supporting both staff and students across a busy and creative curriculum area. The role is designed to provide efficient and effective technician support within the Technology Department, ensuring lessons and practical activities are delivered safely and successfully.

As a Technology Technician, you will contribute directly to students' learning experiences by preparing resources, maintaining equipment and providing practical support within lessons.

If you would like to join our Laurus family in a rewarding role that changes the lives of our pupils by empowering them to become the best that they can be then we would love to hear from you.

This position is contracted on a 35 hours per week Term Time Only basis. We do also welcome applications for part time working, please express within your application. This means you will mainly work when the school is open to pupils and will not need to work during the school holidays unless the contract requires you to do so.

Job Purpose

• To be based in the Design & Technology department providing an efficient and effectivetechnician support service to the school Technology Department.

Key Skills and Experience

• Sound educational background including GCSE’s in Maths and English (A*-C) or equivalent.
• Prior experience in a similar role

To learn more about what the Trust offer, including our wide range of employee benefits and access to further professional learning, visit our Careers page. At the Laurus Trust, we value the significance of a healthy work/life balance for our employees. Achieving a better balance can boost motivation and morale, lower stress levels, enhance performance and productivity, and make job opportunities more inclusive. Whenever feasible, we are committed to offering flexible arrangements from the very start, which could include options like part-time roles, term-time working, Job-sharing and compressed hours.

Please note a full application must be submitted as CV’s will unfortunately not be accepted in line with our safer recruitment process.

We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date.

Disability Confident Employer

We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview. If you require any reasonable adjustments for an interview, please highlight this to our Recruitment Team in advance.