Versatile School Technician for Art & Practical Tech

Todmorden High School, A SHARE Academy; Lydgate; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Todmorden High School, a SHARE Academy, is seeking a General Technician to provide practical and technical support across designated curriculum areas to enable safe and effective delivery of teaching, learning, assessments and enrichment activities.

You will prepare, assemble, set up, maintain and store equipment, materials and specialist resources; maintain safe, organized learning environments; and provide appropriate technical guidance to staff and students.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and mathematics at Grade 4/C or above
• Experience of working in a practical, technical, workshop, laboratory, studio, catering or similar environment
• Experience of preparing and maintaining equipment, materials or specialist resources
• Working knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements and safe working practices
• Ability to operate relevant tools, machinery and specialist equipment
• Ability to maintain accurate records and use ICT systems, including Microsoft 365 applications
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble, set up and issue equipment, materials and resources required for lessons, practical activities, assessments, demonstrations and enrichment activities
• Ensure equipment and resources are safe, suitable and available when required, clearing away and safely storing resources following use
• Undertake routine preparation, construction, adaptation and finishing of materials and resources using appropriate tools, machinery and specialist equipment
• Maintain workshops, preparation rooms, studios, practical classrooms, stores and other assigned areas so that they are safe, secure, clean, organised and appropriately resourced
• Carry out routine checks, cleaning, maintenance and basic repairs to equipment, tools and machinery within the postholder's competence and training
• Identify damaged, defective or unsafe equipment, taking it out of use where appropriate and referring more complex repairs or concerns to the relevant colleague
• Maintain appropriate equipment records, inventories, service information and other technical documentation
• Monitor stock levels and operate effective systems for ordering, receiving, checking, storing and distributing materials, consumables and equipment
• Liaise with teaching staff to identify resource requirements and support the efficient and economical use of departmental resources
• Research products and suppliers and raise purchase requests in accordance with the Trust's financial procedures and delegated arrangements
• Follow relevant health and safety legislation, Trust policies, departmental procedures, risk assessments, safe systems of work and manufacturers' instructions
• Undertake and record routine safety checks of equipment, machinery, materials and work areas for which the postholder has been trained and authorised
• Ensure the safe storage, handling, labelling and disposal of equipment, materials, substances and waste in accordance with established procedures, including COSHH requirements where applicable
• Contribute technical information to risk assessments and safe operating procedures and promptly report hazards or matters requiring specialist advice or management action
• Provide practical and technical advice to staff and students on the safe and appropriate use of equipment, tools, machinery, materials and resources within the postholder's area of competence
• Support students undertaking practical activities, including individuals or small groups, under the direction of teaching staff and within agreed arrangements
• Help to prepare or adapt practical resources and activities to support students' individual needs, under the direction of teaching staff
• Work flexibly across curriculum departments according to school priorities and operational need, undertaking activities outside the postholder's principal area where appropriately trained and competent to do so
• Work collaboratively with teaching, technical, premises and other support colleagues, sharing resources, technical knowledge and effective working practices as appropriate
• Support curriculum events, enrichment activities, educational visits, displays, exhibitions and other school activities where practical or technical assistance is required
• Provide general administrative support to Curriculum and Department Leaders as reasonably required to support the effective operation of the department
• Maintain accurate records and use relevant ICT systems to support stock control, ordering, equipment maintenance, safety compliance and technical services
• Maintain confidentiality, comply with UK GDPR and Trust policies and procedures, and demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Maintain relevant technical knowledge and undertake training and continuing professional development necessary to fulfil the requirements of the role safely and effectively
• Contribute positively to the wider life and ethos of the school and Trust, demonstrating the Trust's values in working with students, colleagues and other stakeholders
• Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the nature and grade of the role, as directed by the relevant manager or Headteacher

Skills

Practical skills

Safety awareness

Equipment handling

First aid

Stock management

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C

Tools

COSHH knowledge

Job description

Todmorden High School, a SHARE Academy, is seeking a General Technician to provide practical and technical support across designated curriculum areas to enable safe and effective delivery of teaching, learning, assessments and enrichment activities.

You will prepare, assemble, set up, maintain and store equipment, materials and specialist resources; maintain safe, organized learning environments; and provide appropriate technical guidance to staff and students.