Scale: £22,467 - £26,073 for 37 hours and 38 weeks
Job Summary
Maritime Academy is seeking a Design Technology (DT) Technician to join their new school. The successful candidate will provide professional and reliable support to DT teaching at the Academy, ensuring that Health and Safety standards are met throughout the DT Department.
Our DT Technician will manage the day-to-day running of the workshops, including monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of all areas of workshop management. They will design and implement effective electronic systems for managing DT equipment and stocks of consumables, ordering new items as appropriate in conjunction with the Head of DT.
This is an exciting time to join us as we settle into our new premises and establish our DT Department.
About Us
The Maritime Academy is proud to be part of the TSAT family. We embrace a cognitive approach to education, and our ethos values are aligned with that of the wider Trust family. Our commitment to transforming life chances is evident in everything that we do. This is an exciting time to join our organization as we expand our network of schools, building upon our established ethos and values.
Maritime Academy is a brand-new secondary school serving the community of Medway, which opened in September 2022 and has moved to their brand new premises in September 2024.
What we can offer you
Environment: A newly built school with a stunning teaching environment and state-of-the-art technology.
Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
Training: Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing: Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offer a network of collaboration for staff to share best practices.
Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy.
TSAT Benefits portal: A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme, and Discounted Gym Membership.
Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out, and much more!
Next Steps
If you are interested in working in our school and benefiting from a supportive network of staff across our Trust, we encourage you to apply.
We strongly encourage any applicants who may be interested in working at our school to contact Kerry Masters, Office Manager, during school hours. Kerry can be contacted via email at Kerry.masters@southeast.tsat.uk to arrange an informal conversation.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE, we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates. If you have any questions regarding this process, please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk.
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