Art, Textiles & Food Technician

The Howard of Effingham School has an exciting opportunity for an Art, Textiles and food Technician.  

The post holder will provide technical and administrative support for teaching staff in Faculty to support teaching and learning within Health and Safety guidelines. Duties will include preparing and setting out equipment to support teaching staff in undertaking demonstrations; and managing the safe acquisition, storage and disposal of equipment and/or materials used in the delivery of the curriculum. 

The successful applicant will have a good general education to GCSE Level in English, Maths and Science or equivalent, Grade C and above or equivalent, together with a relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.

The ability to plan and prioritise a range of regular and irregular tasks within specific deadlines, together with the ability to work on your own initiative, as well as part of a team is essential.  The postholder must be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences and be able to follow strict Health and Safety regulations. An interest in the field of Art, Textiles and or Food is also essential.      

THPT can offer: 

• An opportunity to be part of a dynamic and developing organisation
• Excellent benefit package to include Cycle to Work, Sainsbury’s Loyalty Discount and access to discount schemes
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Rewards and Benefits Scheme that includes Loyalty and Service Awards

Interviews may take place prior to the closing date by mutual agreement.

Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). 

The Howard Partnership Trust is school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.