Design & Technology Technician

37 Hours per week – Term Time Only (plus INSET days)

Salary Scale: Grade 14.4 to 14.6 (£19,792-£20,459)

Permanent Contract 

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 25th October 2024 at 9.00AM 

We are seeking a supportive, passionate and enthusiastic Technician to join our Design & Technology Team, which teaches practical and classroom-based subjects ranging from Food Preparation and Nutrition, Graphics, Textiles, Product Design and working with Resistant Materials. 

 We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity to:  

• Apply their practical and communications skills to support students in the classroom.
• Supervise the safe use of tools and machinery by promoting Health & Safety legislation.
• Complete a highly valuable role in preparing materials and equipment for practical lessons to support the D & T Departments.
• Demonstrate an artistic flair in design and food subjects where imagination and creativity can embellish the students learning experiences.

You are likely to be someone who:  

• Has experience working in a school or similar setting with young people. 
• Is excited to show your imagination and creativity in Design & Technology, which would inspire our students in their own creative skills and gain confidence in using different materials to their best abilities.
• Can problem solve and ‘think on your feet’ to provide practical solutions.
• Is flexible, able to work under pressure, meet deadlines and prioritise workloads effectively as well as being a team player who communicates effectively.
• Is organised, efficient and confident in their work and abilities.
• Has a commitment to the aims and values of comprehensive education, the school’s vision and ethos.

Wadham School can offer you:  

• A 37-hour working week (plus INSET days) term time only.
• An opportunity to access continuing CPD through TES Training and other applicable courses.
• Voluntary Pension Scheme through Somerset Council.
• Fulfilment, in knowing that you matter and the work you do makes a positive difference to the lives you touch.  

For further information and an application form please visit our website:  www.wadhamschool.co.uk

 Please Note: we do not accept applications by CV.

Visits to the school or an informal talk with the Headteacher are warmly encouraged.

 For all enquires please contact Lorrie Mahoney on LMahoney@wadhamschool.co.uk 

or telephone 01460 270127.  

Wadham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Rigorous checks will be made of the successful applicant’s background credentials, including enhanced DBS checks and information on the public domain on social media platforms.

“Life in all its fullness” – John 10:10