Advanced Technician (Design Technology) - SPEN VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
Organisation Schools Directorate Secondary Schools Service Area Spen Valley High School Hours 37 hours per week, Term Time plus 10 days Number of Jobs 1 Location(s) Roberttown Lane, Liversedge, WF15 7LX Position type Permanent Grade Grade 7 Salary £24,300 - £27,625 Advert Wording
We are looking to recruit a Advanced Technician to join our Art and Design Technology teams. In this individual we would like to see a self-starter, someone who is proactive, enthusiastic and above all enjoys working with young people. The successful candidate will support the Heads of Department and Teaching staff in Art and Design Technology, planning ahead and preparing materials and equipment ready for lessons, in line with lesson plans.
Some workshop or transferable experience is essential with an ability to prioritise the requirements of the department and work independently to complete tasks is key to be successful in this role. Responsibilities will also include working alongside students in the classroom supporting their development of skills, maintaining adequate stock levels and ensuring that routine maintenance and repairs of equipment and machinery is undertaken. A knowledge of, or willingness to learn, the relevant health and safety requirements and, most up to date guidance and risk assessments is essential.
Applicants do require literacy and numeracy skills (at least GCSE grade C/4 in Maths and English) to qualify for this role. An up to date workshop accreditation is essential however, we are happy to facilitate this.
This role would suit someone who enjoys working with young people, who believes it is a privilege to be a part of their journey into adulthood, and who understands the challenges faced by young people growing up in today's world. Support staff are also part of our student coaching programme, being responsible for a group of students they can build relationships with and be the point of contact throughout the students’ time in school. It is important to us that all our staff enjoy working with young people, we expect all staff to be willing to support our students to ensure they have the best experience they can during their time at Spen Valley High School.
When joining Spen Valley you are entering a supportive environment where we pride ourselves in offering a wide range of CPD opportunities including a bespoke CPD package through the National College. Being a member of Red Kite Alliance, we receive support, advice and training from some of the most successful schools in Yorkshire. We encourage our staff not only in their involvement in various activities throughout the school but also to be proactive and come up with new and fresh ideas to engage and enthuse both our staff and students.
Staff Benefits include:
1. Employee Assistance Scheme providing physiotherapy, counselling, health and nutrition/lifestyle advice and menopause support
2. Pension (West Yorkshire Pension Fund)
3. Cycle to Work Scheme
4. Staff Counselling (a personal & confidential counselling & support service)
5. Varied Staff wellbeing Initiatives
6. Use of school fitness suite
7. Kirklees Vivup Scheme (saving money on shopping, days out, entertainment etc)
8. Free flu vaccinations and eyecare vouchers
9. Childcare vouchers