About Us
At Harris Academy Bermondsey (HAB), we’re a forward-thinking, inclusive girls’ school in the heart of London, where ambition, excellence, and opportunity are at the core of everything we do. Rated
Outstanding
by Ofsted in every category (November 2019), we provide an exceptional education that inspires our students to achieve their very best.
We are dedicated to empowering our students—many from disadvantaged backgrounds—to reach their full potential. With a focus on the EBacc and preparing our girls for university, we ensure they are equipped to succeed alongside their more advantaged peers.
As part of our team, you’ll join a passionate group of teachers and support staff who work collaboratively in a safe and supportive environment. Together, we identify and nurture the individual talents of each student, helping them grow into confident, capable
leaders ready to make their mark in the world.
If you’re passionate about making a difference, committed to high standards, and eager to help shape the future of young women in London, we’d love to hear from you!
Main Areas of Responsibility
As DT and Art Technician, your responsibilities may include:
Assisting and advise teaching staff on the preparation and layout in classrooms for practical exercises, running trials, demonstrations and helping students with learning activities as appropriate.
Ensuring equipment and materials prepared for lessons are to the specification of the teacher requisitions, including making up special equipment or modifying from existing equipment as necessary from instructions supplied by the teaching staff.
In conjunction with the appropriate teachers to advise students on the safe and proper use of tools and equipment and on the correct and safe way to carry out learning activities. To also advise staff, as necessary, on Health and Safety issues and on the
best way to carry out practical work.
Supporting students prepare materials for both 3D and 2D projects, e.g. stretch canvas, prepare screens for printing.
Assisting in practical lessons and after hours activities when requested.
Qualifications & Experience
We would like to hear from you if you have:
Qualifications to A Level or equivalent
Basic knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
Experience working with a range of Art and/or Design Technology equipment and resources
Experience or solid understanding of working as a technician in a school or educational establishment, undertaking a range of practical tasks
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
Professional Development & Benefits
Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range
of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includesour Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer
contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more aboutour benefitson our website.