Arts and Technology Technician

Are you in search of a rewarding role supporting both teachers and students?

Your Opportunity

Merstham Park School is looking to appoint a conscientious and dedicated Arts and Technology Technician to provide technical and learning support to teaching staff and to our students. This role will be well suited for candidates who are looking to work with student to advise and guide them safely so that their learning in subjects such as D&T and Art is outstanding.  

To review the Job Description and Personal Specification for this role please download the attached Recruitment Pack.

About Merstham Park School

At Merstham Park, our ethos is simple - igniting a passion for learning. We are proud to be a values driven school which encourages its staff and students to embrace these values in all that they do. This approach provides everyone with the opportunity to exceed their potential. Our team of passionate staff are committed to providing children with the very best educational experience

As a growing school we are excited and proud of our state of the art facilities which we opened in September 2022. Our brand new home is tailored to enable our staff and students to develop unique skill sets in a truly first-class educational setting through the creation of inviting and interactive learning environments.

As the school grows the career progression for our staff is endless. We will be looking to enhance the opportunities for everyone to grow in their roles, whether that is through individual CPD or through additional responsibilities.

What we are looking for

We are looking for applicants that meet the following criteria:

• Certified in Health and Safety training in D&T Core and Workshop practice
• Ability to plan and prioritise a range of regular and irregular tasks within specific deadlines.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow strict Health and Safety Regulations.
• Good ICT, Graphics, Carpentry, Metal Work, 2D and 3D Modelling, CAD, Drawing and Drafting Skills.
• Good knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office programs - Excel, Word, Outlook (training can be provided)

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.

• Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start date: ASAP

Contract type: Permanent, Term-time only

Working hours: Monday - Friday 36 hours, 39 weeks of the year

Pay Scale: Associate 2 £19,300

Annual Salary (pro-rata, for 36 hours per week, 39 weeks per year): £16,604

Close Date: 17th April 2023, 9am

Interview Date: TBC