Technology Assistant
The Blyth Academy
Northumberland
- £21,695 - £22,571 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- SCP 10 - 12 £21,695 - £22,571 FTE, actual salary to be pro rata
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Immediate
- Apply by:
- 3 April 2023
Job overview
Post: Technology Technician
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary Range: SCP 10 - 12 £21,695 - £22,571 FTE, actual salary to be pro rata
Base: The Blyth Academy, Chase Farm Drive, Blyth, NE24 4JP
Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity and will have the opportunity for contact with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Northern Education Trust is a not-for-profit education charity, operating within the North East and North West of England, and works with schools by invitation only. It was formed in 2012 and currently sponsors 22 Academies – 10 primary and 12 secondary – making it one of the largest Multi Academy Trusts in the North of England. All of the Trust’s primary schools are rated either Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, as are all the Trust’s secondary schools which have been inspected whilst sponsored by NET.
We constantly focus on standards as we understand outcomes are paramount. Our decision making is driven entirely by what is best for children. By doing this we enhance the life chances of the children and young people in our care.
Northern Education Trust, The Blyth Academy is seeking to appoint a Technology Technician.
The successful candidate will provide practical and technical assistance to support the teaching and learning within the Technology Department. They will support the teaching staff within the faculty by preparing a range of materials and setting up machinery and equipment for ready for technology lessons. You will have an understanding of current health and safety requirements, ensuring that safety standards are understood, met and maintained while working with technical equipment.
We wish to attract people to work in our academies who see it as part of their life's ambition to serve young people. We invite you to read the job description of this role and if you believe you have what it takes we would like to hear from you.
In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.
The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All posts are subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. We expect all adults to share our commitment to safeguarding and the health and well being of our pupils.
For further information about the position, please contact Rachel McMahon, Business Manager on tba-recruitment@northerneducationtrust.org
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About The Blyth Academy
Welcome from the Principal
I am delighted to offer you a warm welcome to Northern Education Trust, The Blyth Academy.
As one of the most improved schools in Northumberland 2018, I am thrilled to say that this is only the start of the regeneration of our Academy; it is a fantastic time to be part of our community. At The Blyth Academy, we place students at the centre of everything we do, we are unashamedly focused on the educational outcomes of our students and deem that our students deserve to achieve the very best grades that they are capable of.
“We constantly focus on standards as we understand outcomes are paramount. Our decision making is driven entirely by what is best for children. By doing this we enhance the life chances of the children and young people in our care.” Northern Education Vision
English & Mathematics are the cornerstones of our curriculum model as we believe attaining a strong pass in these subjects will open up our students’ life chances, giving them the opportunity to access a variety of post-16 opportunities. However, our curriculum does not stop there, our students will be taught more than just course content; we will ensure students develop the skills needed to become an independent, lifelong learner. We will give them every opportunity to succeed in a huge variety of activities in and out of the classroom, including cultural events, sporting activities and community projects.
It is important to us that our students are happy, confident learners. Our Academy is justly known for the high quality pastoral care that sits at the heart of our pursuit of excellence and guides every aspect of Academy life. This is the result of a stable, dedicated and highly effective team of staff ensuring that pupils have the support they need throughout their school life.
Choosing a school for your son or daughter can be amongst the most difficult decisions a parent has to make. As an outward facing Academy we welcome visitors, please get in touch if you would like to see the Academy in action. I look forward to showing our achievements so far and the future we hold.
Donna Park
Principal at The Blyth Academy
On behalf of the Northern Education Trust Board, welcome to Northern Education Trust The Blyth Academy.
We are unswerving in our commitment to ensure that the outcomes our young people secure prepare them fully for life beyond school. Our Academies are happy and thriving communities where children both achieve and feel safe and cared for. As an inclusive Trust we strive to help young people overcome any barrier to learning.
We are a caring employer and invest heavily in professional development, allowing our staff opportunities to take the next steps in their career. We hope you find our website holds all the information you need to believe that whether you are a parent or prospective employee, your next steps should be taken with us.
Rob Tarn
Chief Executive
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