St Albans School - Design and Technology Technician

Summary

Seeking to appoint a D&T Technician to support teaching staff and pupils in the use of a wide range of D&T machinery, processes, equipment and materials.

Detail

Responsible to the Head of Department, the D&T Technician supports teaching staff and pupils in the use of a wide range of D&T machinery, processes, equipment (includes electronic test equipment) and materials (resistant materials include wood, metal and plastic). Duties include the set-up, use of and maintenance of equipment, machinery and materials, assisting with technical demonstrations, the managing of resource levels within budget and overseeing health and safety procedures within the department.

Applications are particularly invited from candidates with strong workshop/workshop management experience, ideally gained in an industrial, mechanical, engineering or similar environment. Experience and confidence in the use of hand and machine tools are essential, including wood/metal lathes, milling machines and welding equipment. Also necessary is experience with ICT and CAD/CAM or a willingness to undertake training in this area.

Weekly hours are 37.5 during term time plus two weeks during School holidays. Some flexibility with daily starting and finishing times is required to fulfil the requirements of the role.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must therefore be willing to undergo child protection screening and safer recruitment checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring

Service. All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. St Albans School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and the creation of an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment selections are made according to suitability for the post, irrespective of background or protected characteristic.

Please apply online at www.st-albans.herts.sch.uk by 4 December 2024. Should you have any queries please contact Sarah de Rossi, HR Manager, at scderossi@st-albans.herts.sch.uk. The School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Documents

• Design and Technology Technician FID Jan 25

Further Information

https://www.st-albans.herts.sch.uk/information/vacancies