Design & Technology Technician
| Posting date: | 24 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14,225.87 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | NJC 12: £14,225.87 (£25,458.50 Full Time Equivalent) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 23 June 2024 |
| Location: | RG18 4DL |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Mary Hare School |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: |
Summary
Hours: 25 hours per week. Term-time only (37 weeks)
Pay: NJC 12: £14,225.87 (£25,458.50 Full Time Equivalent)
Location: Mary Hare, Arlington Manor, Snelsmore Common, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 3BQ
About Us:
Mary Hare educates 240 profoundly deaf children at its residential school in Berkshire, and we pride ourselves on our pupils’ achievements at GCSE, A Level as well as B Tech and Vocational Courses. We offer the opportunity to teach highly motivated children, in small classes, where you can make a real difference at this national centre of excellence for deaf education. No knowledge of sign language is required, as we follow an auditory/oral philosophy.
The Role:
Providing technical and curriculum support services to the Design & Technology Department. The curriculum includes; product design, design and technology, graphics, and textiles.
You will be working as part of a team to support the smooth running of the department and wider Creative Arts and Technology Faculty.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervising Students, ensuring their safety whilst encouraging students to interact with others and engage in activities whilst supporting the teacher.
Give technical advice to teachers and pupils assisting in practical classes as appropriate.
Establishing good relationships with students, acting as a role model, reporting progress, and responding to minor welfare and personal needs such as ensuring students requiring regular medications are given timely reminders.
Assist the Head of Department in the ordering of materials and equipment, ensuring appropriate stock levels of apparatus and tools are maintained.
Set up and, on occasion, carry out demonstrations, to be proficient in the use of the range of CAD/CAM equipment and provide technical support during lesson time.
Participate in Health & Safety training whilst sharing skills and expertise with others.
About You:
Skilled in Carpentry/practical skills
D&TA Health and Safety accreditation, or willingness to work towards this.
Good numeracy and literacy skills
Ability to relate well to children and adults.
Experience of working with children of relevant age and students with additional needs
Able to maintain and repair all tools and equipment.
Proficient with use of ICT to support learning.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Benefits:
As well as an inclusive and supportive work environment, and a stunning location benefits also include:
School holidays / term time only working, a generous pension scheme, heavily subsidised canteen, free on-site parking, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
How to Apply!:
To apply, please click the ‘Apply for this Job’ box at the top of the page.
Closing Date for applications: Friday 21st June 2024
Interviews held: w/c Monday 23rd June 2024
For more information, please download the Job Description and Application Form blow.
The Job Description can be found HERE
Download the Application Form click HERE
Please note that Mary Hare adheres to Safer Recruitment Standards and as such all applications must be made via the Mary Hare website and using the Mary Hare Application Form.
Applications will only be considered via a completed Application Form; CV’s cannot be accepted.
Mary Hare | Arlington Manor | Snelsmore Common | Newbury | Berkshire | RG14 3BQ
This School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. We are committed to securing genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and education provider. The role you are applying for is ‘exempt’ from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
Pay: NJC 12: £14,225.87 (£25,458.50 Full Time Equivalent)
Location: Mary Hare, Arlington Manor, Snelsmore Common, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 3BQ
About Us:
Mary Hare educates 240 profoundly deaf children at its residential school in Berkshire, and we pride ourselves on our pupils’ achievements at GCSE, A Level as well as B Tech and Vocational Courses. We offer the opportunity to teach highly motivated children, in small classes, where you can make a real difference at this national centre of excellence for deaf education. No knowledge of sign language is required, as we follow an auditory/oral philosophy.
The Role:
Providing technical and curriculum support services to the Design & Technology Department. The curriculum includes; product design, design and technology, graphics, and textiles.
You will be working as part of a team to support the smooth running of the department and wider Creative Arts and Technology Faculty.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervising Students, ensuring their safety whilst encouraging students to interact with others and engage in activities whilst supporting the teacher.
Give technical advice to teachers and pupils assisting in practical classes as appropriate.
Establishing good relationships with students, acting as a role model, reporting progress, and responding to minor welfare and personal needs such as ensuring students requiring regular medications are given timely reminders.
Assist the Head of Department in the ordering of materials and equipment, ensuring appropriate stock levels of apparatus and tools are maintained.
Set up and, on occasion, carry out demonstrations, to be proficient in the use of the range of CAD/CAM equipment and provide technical support during lesson time.
Participate in Health & Safety training whilst sharing skills and expertise with others.
About You:
Skilled in Carpentry/practical skills
D&TA Health and Safety accreditation, or willingness to work towards this.
Good numeracy and literacy skills
Ability to relate well to children and adults.
Experience of working with children of relevant age and students with additional needs
Able to maintain and repair all tools and equipment.
Proficient with use of ICT to support learning.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Benefits:
As well as an inclusive and supportive work environment, and a stunning location benefits also include:
School holidays / term time only working, a generous pension scheme, heavily subsidised canteen, free on-site parking, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
How to Apply!:
To apply, please click the ‘Apply for this Job’ box at the top of the page.
Closing Date for applications: Friday 21st June 2024
Interviews held: w/c Monday 23rd June 2024
For more information, please download the Job Description and Application Form blow.
The Job Description can be found HERE
Download the Application Form click HERE
Please note that Mary Hare adheres to Safer Recruitment Standards and as such all applications must be made via the Mary Hare website and using the Mary Hare Application Form.
Applications will only be considered via a completed Application Form; CV’s cannot be accepted.
Mary Hare | Arlington Manor | Snelsmore Common | Newbury | Berkshire | RG14 3BQ
This School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. We are committed to securing genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and education provider. The role you are applying for is ‘exempt’ from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974