DT and Art Technician

Ashington Academy is part of the North East Learning Trust and is seeking to appoint a DT and Art Technician to join our dedicated team. 

At Ashington Academy, we aim to provide opportunities to enable all students to learn and make lifelong friendships in a caring, supportive environment. In becoming successful learners, we want all our students to develop a love of learning, to recognise that learning is a lifelong activity and that the skills they acquire and develop are transferrable. 

Our vision, along with all schools in the Trust, is that every child experiences excellence every day. 

We are committed to:

·        A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging students

·        A positive and caring ethos

·        An excellent learning environment and resources

·        A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued

We will offer you:

·        National Terms and Conditions of Employment

·        Local Government Pension Scheme

·        1 day paid leave for staff wellbeing each year

·        Lifestyle Savings – range of discounts from top retail brands

·        Discounted gym membership

·        24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing portal

The successful candidate will:

·        Be proactive and self-motivated.

·        Have a flexible approach to work.

·        Have knowledge of a range of procedures for preparation and maintenance of materials and equipment

Deadline: Thursday 10 October 2024

Interviews taking place week commencing 14 October 2024.

How to apply:

Application packs can be downloaded from our website. Letters of application should be no more than two sides of A4 and should be returned with application forms to kerry.gibson@ashingtonacademy.co.uk or by post to Kerry Gibson, Ashington Academy, Green Lane, Ashington, NE63 8DH.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education” and the Trust’s Safeguarding Policy which is available on our website.