About this role
Hurstmere School is seeking to appoint a highly effective Design Technology & Science Technician, to start from September 2026.
Hurstmere School is seeking an enthusiastic Design Technology & Science Technician to support practical learning across both departments. The role includes preparing equipment and resources, maintaining workshops and laboratories, supporting practical lessons, and ensuring high standards of health and safety. Full training is provided, and previous school experience is not essential.
We offer excellent professional development, whether you want to build a long-term career as a technician or explore a future in teaching. Whatever your ambitions, you'll join a supportive school community where your skills and contribution are valued.
This is a part time, permanent role, Term Time Only +1 week, paid on the Bexley NJC pay scale point 5.1-5.4 (FTE £29,436 - £29,856 - actual salary calculated on a pro rata basis which equates to £22,857 - £23,183 per annum).
The working pattern will consist of 32.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8:30-15:30, with a 30-minute unpaid break each day.
What can we offer you?
The successful candidate will be someone who has high expectations and is passionate about education. In return, we can promise an investment in you and your future, offering a competitive remuneration package, providing first class professional development and career opportunities.
We value our staff and actively support their professional development and have redesigned our working week to place even greater emphasis on employee development. You will have access to ongoing professional development including accredited courses. If you are looking to extend your experience and would be interested in joining our team, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Benefits of Working with The Howard Academy Trust
We care about the personal and professional wellbeing of our staff, and are pleased to offer:
Health Assured - Employee Assistance ProgrammeAccess to Benenden HealthcareFree Flu JabsFree Health Checks Access EarlyPaySkills Network of 30 Free Level 2 8 - 12 week coursesDiscounted gym membership CPD afternoonsAccess to Mental Health First AidersFree parking on all our sitesIf you require any further information or you wish to organise a tour of the school, please contact the Senior Vice Principal, Lucila Davies, by calling 020 83005665 or via email to [email protected].
We reserve the right to alter our interview dates and close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.