Technology Technician

PHILIP MORANT SCHOOL AND COLLEGE

TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN

Pay Range: Local Government Scale 3

Actual Salary from: £22,298 – £22,652 (Points 5-6)

Start Date: As soon as possible

The Role

We are looking to recruit a technology technician to effectively assist all teaching staff, with technical support, in providing pupils at Philip Morant School with a relevant and outstanding Design & Technology experience and ensure high levels of achievement.

Philip Morant School has a long history of success in technology subjects. We offer a wide range of qualifications.

The technology facilities recently underwent significant investment and refurbishment and consist of: 3 food technology rooms, a multi purpose workshop for textiles and technology, a computer suite, three technology workshops.

This position would suit anyone with previous workshop, carpentry or engineering experience who is interested in a change in role. We would also welcome applications from experienced school technology technicians.

Our most recent Ofsted report states: “School is a calm and orderly place. Pupils respect staff. They show this in their responsiveness to instructions.” “Staff are proud to work at the school and feel valued.”  We are looking for an individual who can join our team of cover supervisors who can uphold our expectations to ensure that school remains a calm and orderly place in the absence of a member of teaching staff.

• This post is 37 hours per week, 41 weeks per year (term time, plus non-pupil days and 2 weeks working during school closure periods).

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• To assist Technology staff in developing appropriate resources for teaching and learning.
• Under the direction of the Subject Leader ensure that all Health & safety/ Design Technology requirements are met, including the weekly / daily monitoring and checking of machinery, tools and equipment.
• To assist in Classroom support as agreed on the timetable (see key tasks below) including being able to prioritise for those identified students that have immediate support needs.
• To maintain and monitor consumables and equipment in Technologies to ensure all pupils are able to access a wide range materials and processes as part of their Technology provision. This is to be achieved by liaison with teaching staff, and their weekly workload.
• To assist teaching staff in promoting and raising the profile of Technologies within and outside School including displays, visits and events.
• To share in the responsibility of teaching and instructing where appropriate and directed under the guidance of Subject Leader (for planning and assessment), as and when the ‘rare’ need arises

We're looking for you if you have:

• English & Maths GCSE or equivalent at Grade C or above
• Level 3 qualification or experience in relevant area
• Knowledge and interest in design technology
• Ability to engage with young people
• Ability to use initiative and work without direct supervision, taking responsibility for tasks
• Ability to work under pressure to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Ability to exchange verbal information clearly and sensitively with children and adults

(The full details can be found in the attached Job Outline and Person Specification).

Why work for The Sigma Trust, Philip Morant School and College?

• We can offer you:
• A Competitive Salary
• Robust school CPD training programme that enables you to flourish
• Opportunities to work with colleagues across the Trust to share resources, ideas and build collaborative relationships

Employee benefits include:

• Excellent pension scheme
• A Health Cash Plan
• Free membership to Perkbox, offering discounts and savings
• Employee Assistance Programme providing free and confidential advice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eye care plan
• Annual free flu vaccination
• Discounted gym membership at selected local gyms
• Discounted cinema tickets
• Eligible for Blue Light Card

Please note that an integration period applies to all new staff joining the Trust, to support introduction into the organisation.

Additional Information:

For additional information about the Trust and this school, please visit our website www.sigmatrust.org.uk

To Apply

To apply for this post, please follow the URL link provided below:

https://careers.sigmatrust.org.uk/Apply/U2l77d64nbWEgQXBwbGljYXRpb24gRm9ybSBOb3ZlbWJlciAyMDIzfDM5fDY0OTgzMHwxfHxGYWxzZXwyMTIyfDM2NDUzMTR8MA%3d%3d?i=OzKUl66nxYo%3d

Please note that only fully completed application forms will be accepted and any CV’s and accompanying covering letters will be disregarded. A Notes for Applicants document is attached for further information.

• Closing date: Midnight, Thursday 2nd January 2025
• Interviewing will take place: week commencing 6th January 2025

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision ‘To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts’, where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.