Art and Design Technology Technician - Plumstead Manor

Job Introduction

Ref 153 Art and Design Technology Technician

35 hours per week, 41 weeks per year (Term time only plus 3 weeks)

Salary Scale Tech 3 £26,595 (Actual gross salary)

We have an exciting opportunity for an Art and Design Technology Technician to join our dedicated Art, Design and Technology team.  You will be responsible for the day to day provision of technical support to the Art and DT Departments.

This will involve:

• Maintaining equipment, tools, components and accessories and reporting any faults. 
• Preparing a range of materials for teaching purposes including paper, pencils, wood, metal, plastic, food and textiles.
• Preparing, setting up and checking machinery, equipment and apparatus for lessons including exams and assessments. This includes constructing teaching aids using basic workshop skills. 
• Issuing equipment to staff and pupils and maintaining appropriate records. 
• Ordering materials and operating systems of stock control 
• Providing technical advice and assistance to teaching staff and pupils within the curriculum area including support for learning.  
• Maintaining satisfactory standards of safety and security ensuring Health and Safety at work legislation is followed.  

To be successful you will need:

• Appropriate qualifications in Art, Design and photography. (GCSE/A level /ONC, City & Guilds, BTEC)
• Broad based technical knowledge and skills.
• The ability to work as part of a team
• Experience in a school or educational establishment is desirable.  

We can offer you supportive and friendly colleagues, and good professional development. 

The closing date for this post is Tuesday 5 May at noon. 

To Apply please visit our website www.plumsteadmanor.com  Alternatively, contact the HR Team 020 3260 3123  jobs@plumsteadmanor.com  

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. 

References will automatically be requested for all shortlisted applicants prior to interview.  The successful applicant will be required to be DBS checked prior to taking up post.