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DT and Art Technician
Location: Ixworth, Bury Saint Edmunds IP31 2HS
Salary: FTE £24,790.00 – £26,409.00 per annum, Pro Rata £18,645 - £20,219 per annum
The High School is a member of the Education Trust. The Trust is an expanding multi-academy trust with 11 primary and 9 secondary schools.
The Role
They are seeking to appoint a Design and Technology, and Art Technician. They will be part of a small, popular faculty where teamwork, communication and planning are essential. The successful candidate will be able to work to tight deadlines, acting on their own initiative and also supporting teachers in the three different subject areas. They will be required, with the class teacher, to support students with a range of needs during some practical lessons. They will have an eye for detail in ensuring that each area is compliant with applicable H&S regulations.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out maintenance and basic first line repairs of Design and Technology workshop and Art equipment, if necessary recommending repairs by outside contractors or replacement to supervisor.
* Prepare all equipment and resources for demonstration purposes or for use by teaching staff and pupils. Prepare resources including the cutting of materials and basic preparation of ingredients.
* Clean workshop equipment and kitchen equipment. Clean workshop and kitchen sinks and supervise emptying of sink traps. Carry out health and safety checks on workshops, kitchen, art room and preparation rooms and stores.
* Ensure safe storage of resources and equipment in line with health and safety regulations (COP). Collecting, checking and returning equipment to stores. Stocktaking, cataloguing and resource control.
* Dispose of waste safely and in line with health and safety regulations.
* May be required to support teaching staff in lesson delivery, e.g. practical demonstrations and practical lesson support. Trial practical activities and projects.
* Attend lessons when required to assist pupils with practical work. Provide technical support to students/ pupils including health and safety guidance.
* Carry out risk assessment for technician activities. Ensure teachers have appropriate risk assessments for the practical’s that they intend to deliver. Provide health and safety guidance to experienced and trainee teachers. Keep up to date with health and safety requirements and advise staff accordingly. Carry out safety checks including workshop and kitchen equipment, hand tools, eye protection, first aid kits and eye washes.
* Maintain records of H&S checks on workshop equipment and subject specific training.
* Placing orders, checking deliveries and invoices. Keeping financial records. Obtaining materials by local purchase.
* Assist with field trips/visits. Science clubs and competitions. Open days and evenings.
* Laminating, collating, filing and photocopying.
Skills and Qualifications
The professional competencies expected of a D&T and Art technician are:
* Ability to solve straightforward problems
* Exchange information with pupils, teachers and other technicians
* Uses hand/eye co-ordination and dexterity in the preparation of materials or use of equipment
* Works from instructions but makes minor decisions involving the use of initiative. Problems are referred to a line manager. Little close supervision is necessary beyond that provided by working arrangements and methods.
* Responsible for careful use of expensive equipment
* May keep basic financial records
* The ability to communicate clearly and tactfully using appropriate methods and awareness of the impact of your own communication on others.
* Able to maintain positive relationships with all and able to work as an effective and flexible part of a team; willing to change methods of work and routines to benefit the team.
* Be able to multi-task and work under pressure.
* Be flexible and resilient in managing and executing their daily responsibilities.
* Able to demonstrate strong planning and organisational skills.
* Willingness to accept responsibility for your own actions.
* The ability to prioritise effectively, meet deadlines and accept challenges.
The qualifications and experience required of a D&T and Art Technician are:
* A good level of literacy and numeracy
* Knowledge of workshop and kitchen equipment, resources and related procedures
* Experience of using and maintain basic woodworking equipment including band saws, pillar drills, jigsaws and belt sanders.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Education Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Interview date – Friday 24th January 2024