Food, Art and Science Technician, Grafham Grange School

Salary: (Scale R4/19-R4/26) £22,522.38 - £24,928.58 per annum (£26,302.00 - £29,112 per annum FTE)

Location: Grafham Grange School

Working Pattern: 36 hours per week, Term Time only (8.30am – 4.15pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am – 4.00pm Friday with 30 minute unpaid break.

Grafham Grange School is a special school for 70 students aged 10 to 16 with social, emotional and mental health as their primary identified need. It is situated in 42 acres of beautiful Surrey countryside in Bramley offering significant opportunities for outdoor learning.

The school offers a curriculum that covers academic and practical subjects allowing all students to find their talents and strengths whilst focusing on the skills they need to build better futures. The bespoke approach to learning means students grow in self-confidence and are prepared to take their next steps in their lives after school.

Grafham Grange are totally committed to providing life chances and opportunities for all their students. To find out more about us visit www.grafhamgrangeschool.org. 

We are looking to recruit a Technician to provide technical, administrative and safeguarding support to the work of the teachers across the DT, Science, Food Technology and Art Departments.

This role will give you the opportunity to help and support the learning and growth of a group of vulnerable students who need all the help and care they can get in order to have a bright future. If you want to make a real difference to the lives of young people, this job is definitely for you.

A comprehensive induction, and full training, will be provided so we are happy to accept applications from candidates with or without experience of working in a school environment.

The school is extremely well supported in its continual drive for excellence through its Governing Body and OHCAT. The school is committed to CPD across its staff teams.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the school or phone Anna French for an informal discussion prior to submitting an application. Informal visits can be arranged by phoning the School Office on 01483 892214. Must have own transport due to rural location.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details on the role and the skills, experience and knowledge we are looking for.

Grafham Grange School  is part of Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust, an established family of specialist academies and college centres that provide for over 1500 pupils and students with a wide range of learning abilities and additional needs. To find out more about us, and what makes us a special place to work please visit https://www.ohcat.org/work-for-us/

For an informal discussion about the role, candidates are invited to contact Robin Bertrand via email r.bertrand@grafham-grange.co.uk  to arrange a time to speak with Robin Bertrand (Principal). 

To apply for the role please use the quick apply option to submit an application. If you have any queries, please contact schooloffice@grafham-grange.co.uk.

Your application form will be scored according to each of the requirements laid out in the person specification for this role. Please demonstrate in your statement how your experience, skills and knowledge match the criteria that are required for the role.

Please note that CV applications cannot be considered.

Closing Date: 3rd Dec 2023 5pm

Interviews will take place on: tbc

Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointments made will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.