At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students in Design Technology and Food Technology, ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment.
- Company: Join the outstanding Cambourne Village College, part of The Cam Academy Trust.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Exciting career growth opportunities in a newly-established school with excellent facilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a dynamic school setting.
- Qualifications: Organisational skills, strong ICT abilities, and a positive team player attitude.
The predicted salary is between 25583 - 25989 £ per year.
Are you practical, organised and passionate about supporting students in a busy school environment?
Cambourne Village College is seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Design Technology/Food Technician to join our thriving DT department.
In this varied and rewarding role, you will provide vital technical support across both Design Technology and Food Technology, helping to create engaging and safe learning experiences for our students.
Working closely with teaching staff, you will prepare tools, equipment, ingredients and materials for lessons, maintain resources and inventories, support practical classroom activities, and ensure that workshops and teaching spaces are safe, organised and well-equipped.
You will also play a key role in promoting and monitoring health and safety procedures, carrying out risk assessments, maintaining equipment and supporting departmental displays and enrichment activities.
We are looking for someone with excellent organisational and communication skills, strong ICT skills, and the ability to manage resources effectively.
You will be a flexible team player with a positive attitude, strong attention to detail and the ability to build positive relationships with both students and staff.
Previous experience in a similar role, particularly within an educational setting, would be beneficial, although full training will be provided.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly successful and supportive school that is committed to excellence, innovation and the wellbeing of both staff and students.
As part of The Cam Academy Trust, you will benefit from excellent professional development opportunities and a collaborative working environment.
Cambourne Village College is an Ofsted 'Outstanding' rated, over-subscribed secondary school, eight miles from Cambridge.
We opened as an academy of the Cam Academy Trust in September 2013.
Our ethos is aspirational and inclusive, our staff is highly motivated, our pupils courteous and hard-working, and we have excellent facilities.
A 350 place sixth form opened in September 2024, with 175 students in each of Years 12 and 13.
Joining Cambourne Village College represents a unique opportunity to work in a newly-established school within a wider, high-quality Academy Trust that gives excellent possibilities for professional and career development.
For further details on Cambourne Village College, please visit the website Homepage - Cambourne Village College
Salary: NJC Scale 3, points 5 to 6 (£25,583 to £25,989 per annum FTE - pay award pending). Actual salary £21,942.34 per annum on point 5 based on 37 hours per week.
Contract: Permanent. 37 hours per week Monday to Thursday 08.00 to 16.00 and Friday 08.00 to 15.30. Job shares considered. Term time plus 5 training days (39 weeks per year).
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Dt Technician employer: Cambourne Village College
Cambourne Village College is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture that values community engagement and collaboration. Employees benefit from flexible working hours, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact by supporting local events and organisations. Located in a welcoming environment, this role provides a unique opportunity to connect with diverse groups while contributing to the community's growth and well-being.
