DT Technician (Part-Time)

We seek a professional and organised Design &Technology Technician to ensure that the teachers have the equipment and resources they need to provide excellent opportunities for pupils to learn. This role will play a crucial part in supporting and directly improving learning experiences in D&T. In the first instance, the successful candidate will work in the Materials Department, however, there may be the need for flexibility to work across Food and Textiles at times.

The tasks of the technician can be divided into four main areas:

·        Activities related to practical work

·        Assisting with special lessons and practical solutions

·        Repairs and general maintenance

·        Administrative tasks

SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Preparing equipment, materials and teaching areas for practical classes.
• Maintaining, equipment, teaching areas and storage facilities.
• To maintain machinery and equipment in accordance with Health & Safety requirements.
• To order and replace broken or worn machinery parts.
• Carry out regular Health and Safety checks on all equipment and machinery and the safe disposal of waste material.
• Assist in the production of Risk and COSSH assessments as appropriate to each area.
• To assist Technology staff in developing appropriate resources for teaching and learning.
• To maintain and monitor consumables and equipment in D&T to ensure all pupils are able to access a wide range materials and processes as part of their Technology provision.
• To maintain and monitor stock control.
• To assist in the ordering of materials and equipment.
• To carry out regular material and equipment checks across all Technology rooms
• Ensuring a safe environment.

The role is part time, for 14 hours a week, term-time only plus INSET days. Specific working hours will be agreed between the successful candidate and Head of Faculty.

Application deadline: 9am on Wednesday 26th of February.