Design and Technology Technician
Kew House School
Chiswick/London
- £14,962 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- based on 27 hours per week
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- ASAP
- Apply by:
- 11 September 2023
Job overview
Part Time (27 hours per week, working on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays)
36 weeks per year, working during term time plus INSET days
Suitable for an experienced technician
Kew House School was established in the conviction that there exists an opportunity for a different kind of independent secondary school in London – academically demanding but with a forward-thinking approach to selection criteria, the flexibility of the curriculum, the shape of the school day, and recognition of creativity and talent. A character-selective school, we pride ourselves on the support and care we extend to our 600 pupils whilst striving to add value to their success in all fields of academia, sport, and creativity. Kew House has successfully grown over ten years since its foundation and was recently awarded the ISI “Excellent” grading.
We are looking for someone who is willing and able to work with machinery and has experience of working with a range of hand tools. Knowledge and experience of using CAD and CAM would be desirable.
Facilities
The buildings are equipped with modern facilities with interactive smartboards and access to iPads. The DT Workshop and CADCAM room have a wide variety of resources.
Curriculum
The Design and Technology Department is a successful, growing, and forward-thinking department. We deliver Design and Technology across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 to the very highest level, with pupils gaining access to the latest industry-standard software applications. These include Adobe Creative Cloud, 2D Design, and Solid works 3D CAD software.
The department is a strong team, with each member playing a key role in the development of creative and enriching schemes of work. Opportunities are offered to pupils who require additional support or who belong to our Gifted and Talented cohort. The school’s aim is to provide a rich and broad education to all pupils, whatever their specialism. Whilst we aim to achieve the highest academic results for each pupil, we do not serve as an examination “factory”.
Extra-Curricular
The department runs design-related clubs such as the Skateboarding Club, as well as regular revision and support sessions.
For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.
Closing date: Monday 11th September 2023
All appointments are made in accordance with our equal opportunities policy, and applicants should let us know of any special needs they may have.
Kew House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and questions will be asked at interview to assess the suitability of the candidate to work with our children. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Criminal Record (DBS) check.
About Kew House School
Kew House School is a co-educational independent senior school for students aged 11-18 years in West London, near to Kew and Chiswick. The school opened its doors for the first time in September 2013 with 63 students and now has over 550 on roll. It is the sister school to Maida Vale School, Ravenscourt Park and Kew Green Preparatory Schools and is owned by The Gardener Schools Group Ltd, a family company founded by Maria and Edward Gardener.
Kew House School takes a modern and pioneering approach to every aspect of school life. The key characteristics upon which the school was founded are:
Ethos and aims
Individualised attention both pastorally and educationally for all students. KHS benefits from having a smaller student roll than many independent senior schools and provides the flexibility needed to enable students to fulfill their potential.
Selection criteria
We seek inquisitive, intelligent students displaying a recognisable talent. Although we use entrance testing, greater emphasis is placed on interview, and feeder school reports. We select each year group as a whole cohort seeking a balanced mix of aptitudes and personal attributes.
Ethos
We recognise and enhance the individual abilities of each child, welcome students with varying academic profiles and place emphasis on confidence, self-esteem and creativity. We believe this approach will produce excellent academic results. We operate a true “open door” policy welcoming parents and members of the wider community. The school has developed the feeling of a family and social hub giving emotional support and security to all students and employees, achievable due to its size.
The curriculum
We pursue excellence in all areas whether examinable or not. Our aim is to provide a rich and broad education to all students whatever their specialism. While we aim to achieve the highest academic results for each pupil we do not serve as an examination “factory”. Our “Individuals in Society” (IS) course focuses on personal development, emotionally, practically, and intellectually, throughout each student’s life at the school via regular, time-tabled sessions and extensions of the school day.
Community involvement
The school is outward looking taking full advantage of the wide variety of cultural, scientific and business organisations in London as a resource for academic and non-academic learning as well as fostering opportunities for service to the local community. Visitors regularly hold seminars and workshops at the school.
Modern and Pioneering Approach
The school takes a fresh approach to all areas of school life and will not be bound by current conventions and practice. Whilst retaining the core traditional values in place at our preparatory schools, we have made bold decisions about curriculum, timetabling, the length and shape of the school day and term, aligning the school with the lives of students and parents. The school operates as an educational and social centre for students in the evenings, at weekends and during school holidays when core, extension or one-off learning courses will operate and social events take place.
Creativity and excellence
The school exists to foster individual and group creativity in all areas and to allow talent to bloom. We encourage individuality of thought and self-motivation in all areas of study and exploration.
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