What skills and experience we're looking for
“We are characterised by how we treat our people”
We are incredibly proud of our ambitious, curriculum focused, research-driven school. Our vision is built around the principles of ambition, respect and belonging and we have a strong commitment to the development of our staff as outstanding professionals.
We wish to appoint a highly organised, flexible and enthusiastic person with good practical skills to assist our forward-thinking Design & Technology department.
This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to contribute to our work and benefit from an excellent environment, where all staff are encouraged to progress their careers with us. We have great facilities ensuring that our students and staff have the best learning environment in which to achieve. SJT is a very positive community, with our recent staff survey showing that over 95% of our staff enjoy coming to work and are proud to be part of our school.
The Design & Technology faculty offers students the experience of Food, Textiles, Product Design, CAD, CAM and Graphics.
Working within the Product Design area, candidates will require confidence in using and maintaining a range of specialist tools and equipment. Experience of using a range of machinery (including Pillar drills, Circular-saw, and Belt sanders is essential, along with the ability to use hand tools. You will also be able to follow Policies and Procedures to ensure safety and compliance within the department and be able to prepare materials for the workshop. A knowledge of CAD software (Techsoft) would be an advantage but training will be provided.
What the school offers its staff
The successful candidate will fully embrace our ethos of Ambition, Respect and Belonging whilst bringing fresh ideas that will build on current strengths and achievement. A core pillar of our “belonging” ethos is that all in our community are known, valued and loved. We want all staff to share this commitment.
Further details about the role
For an application pack please:
• download from the college website:
• or telephone 01282 682313
• or email recruitment@sirjohnthursby.lancs.sch.uk
Send your completed Application form (only the version attached) stating which post you wish to apply for to: recruitment@sirjohnthursby.lancs.sch.uk
Closing date: 9am Monday 10th February 2025
Shortlisting: Tuesday 11th February 2025
Interviews: Week commencing 24th February 2025
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and a range of other recruitment checks. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.