Design Technology Technician

We require an energetic and creative Design Technology Technician to provide day to day support with the delivery of the Technology curriculum to our students aged 11-16.

Wardle Academy is part of the Watergrove Trust. The Trust is situated in the West Pennine area, where community and faith schools work in partnership to serve our diverse local area. We share the same drive and determination to promote the best possible academic standards, whilst developing young people of unique character, preparing them for their lives ahead.  

Wardle Academy is located in a semi-rural setting serving the local community. The Academy is easily accessible, within close proximity to the M62 motorway and Smithy Bridge train station. 

The role will involve assisting and supporting the teaching and learning of design technology to ensure learners’ make progress. More specifically: cleaning and maintenance of workshop equipment; administrative support with regard to health & safety; sourcing and preparing equipment and tools; assisting and guiding students during lessons. Experience does not necessarily have to be school based however previous support work in an educational setting would be advantageous.

You will be: 

• Passionate about the quality of education our young people experience
• Somebody who thrives on responsibility and hard work, and wants to develop themselves in the role
• Able to use your own initiative 
• Willing to go the ‘extra mile’ for our young people

We can offer you: 

• The chance to contribute towards our transformational ethos
• The opportunity to work with highly committed and enthusiastic staff
• Generous employer pension contributions
• A friendly and welcoming community
• Excellent facilities including a free gym 
• Free parking 
• Cycle scheme

At Wardle Academy we aim to provide an excellent all-round education within a safe environment of modern facilities and resources. Our dedicated team of high quality teaching and associate staff raise the attainment and aspirations of our young people above and beyond expectations.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to discuss this role further or visit the academy, please contact Rebecca Burns at hr@wardleacademy.co.uk. 

Please complete our application form via our online portal by 9am on Monday 20 May 2024.

Shortlisting will take place soon after with interview dates to be confirmed. Interviews are expected to take the full day.

Please be aware that if you are shortlisted for interview that references (and online search checks) will be sought.

Watergrove Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to pre-employment clearances including enhanced Disclosure & Barring and Childcare Disqualification Check.

Thank you in advance for your application. Please note we will only contact shortlisted candidates. If you haven’t heard from us by the interview date please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.