Design & Technology Technician 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year - Grade 3, SCP 5-6
Bradfield Secondary School is a thriving and inclusive secondary school with a strong commitment to high-quality teaching, learning and pupil achievement. We're looking for a practical, organised and enthusiastic individual to join our Design & Technology team and play a key role in supporting an engaging and innovative curriculum.
We are seeking a dedicated Design & Technology Technician to support the effective delivery of learning across our busy DT department. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside skilled teaching staff, helping to create a safe, well-resourced and inspiring environment where pupils can develop their creativity, technical skills and confidence.
As our DT Technician, you will be responsible for preparing materials and equipment, maintaining machinery and resources, managing stock and supporting health and safety procedures across the department. You will also provide practical support to staff and pupils, including occasional in-class assistance and helping to operate specialist equipment and CAD/CAM technologies.
We are looking for someone who:
Has a good general education, ideally with experience or qualifications related to Design & Technology, Engineering or Resistant Materials.
Is organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities.
Has strong ICT skills and an interest in technology-based equipment and machinery.
Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with both staff and pupils.
Is committed to maintaining high standards of health, safety and safeguarding.
In return, we offer:
A supportive and welcoming school community.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
The chance to make a real difference to the learning experiences of young people.
Membership of a successful and growing multi-academy trust.
Join us and help inspire the next generation of designers, engineers and creators.
Safeguarding Statement:
At Bradfield Secondary School we take the safeguarding of our pupils very seriously.
We encourage and guide our pupils to adopt safe practices and live healthy lifestyles.
We all have a statutory duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. We have safeguarding policies and systems in place to help their safety, and to ensure a consistent approach to practices throughout the school, followed by all staff. We regularly undertake training, and our policy is reviewed annually and in line with any changes made to Keeping Children Safe in Education, which you can view below.
We are committed to working closely with parents and carers for the benefit of our pupils. We also work with professionals to help families receive any support that they require.
Please be aware that during weekends and school holidays you will not be able to contact the Designated Safeguarding Lead or the Designated Safeguarding Deputies. If you have any concerns about the welfare of a child or young person during these times, please contact the Sheffield Safeguarding Hub on 0114 273 4855 (24-hour service)
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