About this role
Senior Design Technology Technician
Wigmore Academy Trust is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Design Technology Technician to provide support for the staff and pupils in the Design and Technology department. You would be joining an established and friendly team in a popular and high achieving school.
Based at the High School you would be responsible to the Head of Science and Design Technology in co-ordinating the use of, and development of, practical resources and facilities, including the provision of guidance and support in meeting the practical requirement of the DT curriculum, as well as liaising with all areas of the school and outside organisations.
ESSENTIAL
Qualifications
Appropriate qualifications at Level 2 and above which demonstrate the capability of managing a practical school environment DESIRABLE
Food Hygiene CertificateEnglish and maths at Grade C/4 or above at GCSEFirst Aid certificate ESSENTIAL
Experience
Experience of practical technology equipment DESIRABLE
Experience of working with childrenExperience of working in a design technology environment ESSENTIAL
Knowledge and Understanding
Knowledge of the use and safety features of a range of machinery important to design technology DESIRABLE
Knowledge of the use and safety features of a range of machinery important to the catering industry ESSENTIAL
Abilities and Skills
Ability to maintain clean, tidy and hygienic working environmentAbility to follow instructions efficientlyPractical skillsInterpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamTime management skills DESIRABLE
ICT literacyAdministrative skills ESSENTIAL
Personal Attributes
ResilientReliableCommittedHonestTrustworthyDedicatedPatientLoyalEnthusiasm, warmth and a good sense of humourHigh expectations of self and others ESSENTIAL
Other Factors
Good attendance recordOutstanding referencesWillingness to undertake further trainingA commitment to high educational standards, which maximise the achievements of all pupilsA commitment to equality of opportunity for all pupilsA commitment to the school’s ethos and valuesFlexibility in the work environmentA willingness to reflect upon experiences in a critical and constructive manner
Police clearance (DBS check)