School DT Technician

Teaching Vacancies; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable educational academy is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic DT Technician to support the Design & Technology department. This part-time position involves preparing for lessons, assisting with practical activities, and working with small student groups. The ideal candidate will be organized and committed to enhancing student learning, with training provided. The salary is £11,571 - £11,754 per annum, with additional benefits including training and pension contributions.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction and training process

Automatic enrolment into Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible family friendly policies

Minimum 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Free flu vaccinations

Access to discount sites

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to working with young people in an educational setting.
• Ability to manage time effectively and assist with practical lessons.
• Full training and support will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support the DT department in preparation and practical lessons.
• Work with small groups of students to assist teachers.

Skills

Energetic

Enthusiastic

Inspirational

Organized

Time management

Job description

What skills and experience we’re looking for

19.5 hours per week (Wednesday - Friday). Term Time plus 5 days.

Grade 3 (SCP 5 - 6). Actual salary is £11,571 - £11,754 per annum.

To start as soon as possible.

We are seeking to appoint an energetic, enthusiastic and inspirational DT Technician with a strong commitment to working with young people in an educational setting. As a DT Technician you will support the DT department in the preparation for lessons and assist with practical lessons when required. To assist teachers and support teaching and learning you will be required to work with small groups of students. You will also be highly organised and able to manage your time effectively. Full training and support will be given to the right candidate.

We believe that all support staff within our Family of Schools are key posts in terms of securing student success and achievement across a broad range of subjects and experiences. As such we are keen to recruit dedicated and ambitious individuals who will add value to our Academy in both academic terms and through involvement in the fabric of learning and success beyond the classroom.

We are a welcoming and supportive Academy with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child and we place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning.

The Design & Technology department is situated in 4 purpose rooms including fully equipped workshops for Design & Technology, Food Technology, Art and Textiles. The department encompasses a range of disciplines at KS3. At KS4 we currently run Engineering, Art and Design and Technical Award in Hospitality and Catering.

What the school offers its staff

Outwood Grange Academies Trust supports colleagues by funding an extensive range of accredited training courses and apprenticeship opportunities up to Masters level. We also offer: Your starting salary with annual increments plus inflation linked increases. The starting salary within the grade advertised will be dependent upon your experience. You will also receive:

• A comprehensive induction and training process
• Automatic enrolment into an increasingly rare and valuable defined Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution rates
• Flexible family friendly policies from day one
• Enhanced occupational benefits available (such as maternity, adoption and parental leave) with no qualifying period
• Holidays: A minimum of 25 days plus bank holidays (this increases with length of service)
• A range of working patterns are available dependant upon the role

Automatic enrolment into our Employee Assistance Programme which gives you and your family members free access to:

• Specialist information on a wide range of work-life issues
• Emotional support and counselling for a wide range of personal and work issues
• Legal guidance
• Financial guidance and debt counselling
• Child and dependent care support and advice
• Support for managers

We are also a wellbeing employer with a dedicated wellbeing strategy and menopause policy along with menopause champions based in our academies. Other benefits include:

• Free flu vaccinations
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts such as competitively priced Synergy Car Leasing
• Access to various discount sites

Further details about the role

We reserve the right to close advertisements early. Advertisements will therefore close at 12 noon, either on the advertised closing date, or the day the decision has been taken to close the advertisement early.

Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) is an education charity and not‑for‑profit sponsor of primary, junior and secondary academies.

We are a dynamic organisation, recognised nationally as one of the highest performing family of schools in the North of England, and we currently sponsor over 40 schools. Our educational blueprint has been developed through leading and supporting schools over many years. We have used this successful blueprint to sponsor academies and have a transformational effect on children’s life chances within very quick timescales.

We feel strongly that academies should enhance the education provision of the community they serve, in addition to driving up standards and playing a central role in regeneration. This is because we believe that improving the life chances of young people is essential to developing a strong local and national economy.

We are now comprised of over 40 schools who work together to ensure that all children, irrespective of their starting point, receive an excellent education. We pride ourselves on meeting the needs of children in our care, including the most vulnerable or challenging.

Commitment to safeguarding

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.