School Technician (Design Technology, Multimedia and Display)

We are looking for an innovative practitioner who is a team player and has a willingness to be flexible and learn new skills when needed. You will be joining a thriving school where the Arts matter and are held in high esteem.

The Elmgreen School became part of the Dunraven Educational Trust in September 2021, and together, we are focused on developing an exciting, dynamic and progressive community, focused on improving the outcomes for children and their families.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• support the effective and efficient teaching and learning in Design Technology and other practical subjects through the provision of technical and other support;
• provide a technical support service to the Technology and Art Departments;
• check the maintenance machinery, tools, components and accessories including determining maintenance schedules and keeping appropriate records in the teaching spaces used by the department;
• carry out repairs where appropriate, arranging for maintenance and repairs to be carried out where required and reporting defects in the Premises to the Premises Manager.

Dunraven Educational Trust Overview

Dunraven Educational Trust (DET) was established in 2016. It now incorporates Dunraven’s All-Through School, Goldfinch Primary, The Elmgreen School, Rosendale Primary School and Van Gogh Primary. DET is a Trust committed to one overarching aim: excellence for and from everyone. This is an expectation for both the children and adults in a school community. It is achieved in a variety of ways according to the context of each school but within the clear framework established by the Trust.

If you are successful in your application, you will join a staff who are hard-working, committed, positive in outlook and dedicated to the achievement of our students. We also offer:

• a high standard of professional practice, with bespoke in-house CPD provision and affiliation to nationally recognised courses and providers;
• a supportive and collegiate environment;
• a culture of high trust and accountability that values creativity and innovation, leading practice locally and nationally in a range of fields.

For further information and to apply, please visit our Careers page.

Closing date: Midday, Friday 7 June 2024

The Elmgreen School is committed to the safety and protection of its students. An enhanced DBS check and a barred list check are conditions of employment for this post.