Design Technology Technician

Cumnor House Sussex is looking for a Design Technology Technician/Class Assistant who would like to join this outstanding Prep School in Sussex, and benefit from a superb DT classroom in our new STEM building. As part of an all-round, varied ‘Prep School’ experience, you will provide technical support and classroom assistance to the head of DT and pupils from Year 5 up to our potential Year 7/8 Scholars. 

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

· To carry out first line servicing of machines and equipment to ensure safety and reliability. This will include cleaning, oiling, sharpening, removing dust and minor repairs. You will also be requirde to keep a maintenance record. 

 · To prepare materials and equipment for lessons and projects, including preparation of demonstration materials and resources, and ensuring consumables are re-stocked.  

· Maintain stock rooms and keep stock records. Receive equipment and materials and maintain an inventory system. Purchase/order appropriate resources and make necessary returns.  

· To assist teacher and students during lessons.

· To prepare display materials and equipment for exhibitions

· To control and store safely all chemicals, flammables and specialised solutions, ensuring that current health and safety and COSHH regulations are adhered to.

· Ensure H&S records are up to date Keep safety signs up to date.   

· To manufacture storage equipment as and when requested. 

· To keep up-to-date with current procedures and practices through continuing professional development

Desirable Personal Qualities and Experience:

· Experience of working as a technician in a school or educational establishment, undertaking a range of practical tasks would be beneficial.

· Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation as it relates to the work of a school and DT Department.

· Able to prepare practical material and equipment in accordance with course syllabus and safety procedures.

· Willingness to learn new skills and continue developing skills associated with the role;

· Willingness to learn 2D and 3D CAD and the use of CNC machinery.

· Reliable and flexible, with a can-do approach to all duties and responsibilities in a professional and helpful manner.

· Ideally a higher level qualification in Design, Technical or Engineering

Hours of Work

· 3 day per week, hours 9.00 -17.00

Whole-School Safeguarding Responsibilities include:

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children;
• Foster a culture of openness, safety, equality and protection;
• Provide a safe and welcoming environment where both children and adults feel secure, able to talk and believe that they are being listened to;
• Play a key role in the prevention of harm and an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may indicate a child is at risk of harm; 
• When concerned about the welfare of a pupil, act in the best interests of the pupil. 

All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children and are expected to act in accordance with the School’s Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies.

Holidays, Remuneration and Benefits

·  Cumnor is in a position to offer an outstanding remuneration package, in line with experience and qualifications, and this will be discussed at interview.

· Substantial remission on fees for Staff children attending the School or Nursery

· Generous contributory pension scheme

· Free on-site parking

· Complimentary dining and refreshments available all day during term time

· Free use of swimming pool at specified times

· Occupational sick pay scheme

Application Process and Safeguarding

To apply, please complete our application form (which can be found on our website) and submit it with a covering letter by Sunday 4th of June 2023.

Interviews of selected applicants will be held the following week, with a view to a decision being made by the 12th of June, and would involve a visit to the School. We reserve the right to make an appointment at any time prior to the closing date. If you would like to make enquiries, please call Karen German on 01825 790347.

Cumnor House Sussex is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, satisfactory safeguarding interview and pre-employment references, verification of ID, medical fitness and relevant qualifications, and other security checks including Overseas and Teachers Barred lists.