Design & Technology Teacher and Technician

To teach, students according to their educational needs, including the setting and marking of work to be carried out by the student in school and elsewhere.

• To assess, record and report on the attendance, progress, development and attainment of students and to keep such records as are required.

• To teach related disciplines.

• To provide, or contribute to, oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual students and groups of students.

• To ensure that ICT, Literacy, Numeracy and school subject specialism(s) are reflected in the teaching/learning experience of students.

• To undertake a designated programme of teaching.

• To ensure a high-quality learning experience for students which meets internal and external quality standards.

• To prepare and update subject materials.

• To use a variety of delivery methods which will stimulate learning appropriate to student needs and demands of the specifications and Schemes of Learning.

• To maintain discipline in accordance with the school’s procedures, and to encourage good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homework.

• To undertake assessment of students as requested by external examination bodies, departmental and school procedures.

• To mark, grade and give written/verbal and diagnostic feedback as required.

Technician requirements:

· To help prepare, organise and maintain D&T resources, materials, and equipment in the teaching rooms and workshops.

· Ordering, replenishing materials, organising, and making resources for lessons and be able to use excel and keep a budget sheet.

· To service and maintain equipment and machinery in the D&T and workshops.

• To providing technical advice and assistance to teaching staff and pupils.

• Make exemplar projects when required

· To assist with display of work in the workshop, exhibitions and image of the week/Instagram to promote department.

· Practical assistance during lessons particularly examination groups.

· To be prepared to accompany curricular trips and visits.

· Able to use laser cutter and 3D printer or be willing to undertake training.

· To communicate effectively with the parents of students as appropriate. * Where appropriate, to communicate and co-operate with persons or bodies outside the school.

· To follow agreed policies for communications in the school.

• To be enthusiastic about the subject and sharing that with staff and students.

• To have a background in woodwork with a knowledge of plastics, metals, and electronics.

• To be self-motivated and be a good communicator in terms of department requirements and willing to assist in developing new ideas for delivery.

• Ability to operate 3D printers; laser cutter and the interest in learning new technology. Training can be given if necessary.

• To be flexible and be able to adapt plans at short notice.

• To understand the health and safety requirements and best practice in D&T and which include regulations relating to COSHH, Health and Safety at Work Acts and Electricity at Work Regulations. Training will be facilitated where necessary.

• Experience of already working as a DT Teacher Flexibility and adaptability as role may vary day to day.

• Keen to take accountability and understands responsibility of the tasks detailed above.

Personal requirements for technician role:

• To be enthusiastic about the subject and sharing that with staff and students.

• To have a background in woodwork with a knowledge of plastics, metals, and electronics.

• To be self-motivated and be a good communicator in terms of department requirements and willing to assist in developing new ideas for delivery.

• Ability to operate 3D printers; laser cutter and the interest in learning new technology. Training can be given if necessary.

• To be flexible and be able to adapt plans at short notice.

• To understand the health and safety requirements and best practice in D&T and which include regulations relating to COSHH, Health and Safety at Work Acts and Electricity at Work Regulations. Training will be facilitated where necessary.

• Experience of already working as a technician or working with young people would be desirable.

• Flexibility and adaptability as role may vary day to day.

• Keen to take accountability and understands responsibility of the tasks detailed above.

Additional Conditions:

· The post holder may be required to work outside of normal School hours on occasion, with due notice.

We welcome applications from individuals who are eager to inspire young minds and contribute positively to our school community.

• Canteen

• Company pension

• Cycle to work scheme

• Discounted or free food

• Free parking

• On-site gym

• On-site parking