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Design and Technology Technician

Employer
Caludon Castle School in Coventry
Location
Coventry, West Midlands
Salary
£19,171 to £22,462 per annum
Closing date
1 Jul 2019

Design and Technology Technician

Permanent, 37 hours per week, all year round, or option of term time only plus three weeks.

Grade 4 - £19,171 to £22,462 (plus uplift WEF from 01 April 2020 and allowance for experienced trained RM or Engineering Specialist)

Required to start in September 2019 (an earlier date can be agreed to facilitate induction)

Could you use your technical experience to inspire the next generation and share your passion to make a difference in children’s futures?

We are currently seeking an energetic and experienced Design and Technology Technician, to provide the highest standard of technical support and day to day assistance to our busy Design Technology team.

The role is integral to the effective operation of the department and will entail support in the popular subject areas of resistant materials and product design. You will be required to prepare for practical lessons, support teaching staff and students across all key stages with the use of all machinery including saws, drills and also use of laser cutters.

This hands-on role will provide you with an opportunity to showcase your creative flair and pass on your skills and expertise to young students; providing them with the tools to help fulfil their career ambitions in engineering or design.

You will prepare materials, machinery, equipment, components, resources, tools and fixtures for focussed demonstrations, and ensure that all hand tools are available and in good, safe condition. You will also be responsible for ensuring the maintenance of the machines is up to date and ensure that Health and Safety requirements are met under the direction of the school.

What we are looking for:

  • Excellent, relevant technical skills, and experience of working with a range of DT equipment and resources
  • The ability to encourage and inspire young people to achieve, and an understanding of the importance of students achieving their full potential
  • The ability to work with initiative and commitment, under general guidance of the subject teacher.
  • Relevant and current health and safety training and qualifications. 
  • A background in construction, engineering, electronics and/or “design & make” would be an advantage. Knowledge and experience of the range of machinery usually found in school workshops would be preferable.

We pride ourselves on offering a wealth of development opportunities and will ensure the successful candidate receives a comprehensive induction. We also offer a range of benefits which include the local government pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership, free parking and an employee discount scheme and a commitment to staff wellbeing and recognition through our wellbeing committee.

Caludon Castle has a great deal to be proud of, with super facilities, a relentless focus on excellence and a desire to continuously improve. If you have the passion and determination to be a valued part of our team, we would love to hear from you.

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact Emma Over, HR Director. Application packs are available from Emma Over HumanResources@caludoncastle.co.uk or visit our website www.caludoncastle.co.uk or www.wmjobs.co.uk to download further details. Completed application forms to be returned to HumanResources@caludoncastle.co.uk

Closing date:  9.00 am on Monday 01 July 2019

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).  The Trust is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and young people and creating a culture of vigilance and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and vigilance.

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