Design & Technology, Construction and Engineering Technician

We are seeking to appoint a Design and Technology, Construction and Engineering Technician to work as part of our team. The successful candidate will work with teachers and support pupils in lessons. This post involves manual handling tasks, as throughout the day you will be required to; set up and replenish materials and equipment, maintaining a clean and tidy environment, providing assistance to teachers, as well as giving technical support to teachers and pupils.

The Design and Technology Department has 7 highly equipped workshops including laser cutters, 3D printers and CAD CAM machines. We also have a purpose built, fully equipped indoor and outdoor construction centre for bricklaying, plumbing and carpentry.

Please note that this role is to work 30 hours per week, term time only (Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 3.30pm with a one hour unpaid break). 

The candidate will be required to have the following skills and experience:

·        Relevant work experience.

·        Familiarity with a variety of design technology materials and techniques.

·        Confidence to use a variety of workshop equipment (training can be provided).

·        Excellent levels of literacy and numeracy;

·        Experience of working with children or young adults in a school or similar environment;

·        A variety of communication skills to respond to the needs of individual children;

·        Good behaviour management skills;

·        Good organisational skills;

·        Awareness of basic health and safety issues;

·        Patience and a calm manner.

REQUIRED FOR: As soon as possible.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 8am on Tuesday 7 January 2025.

INTERVIEWS TO BE HELD: To be confirmed, during January 2025.

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