DT Technician

<p><a name="_Hlk72137820" rel="no-follow">Could you be the Leys School’s <strong>DT Technician</strong>? </a></p>
<p>We are looking for a passionate individual with first class communication skills to support the delivery of practical lessons in Design, Technology and Engineering.</p>
<p><strong>DT Technician</strong></p>
<p><strong>Cambridge CB2 7AD</strong></p>
<p><strong>Term Time Only (34 weeks per annum)</strong><br />
<strong>£21,500- 24,000 per annum dependent upon experience</strong></p>
<p>The Leys is the leading co-educational boarding and day school in Cambridge.</p>
<p>We are looking for an enthusiastic and professional DT Technician to join our friendly, supportive community of staff and pupils.</p>
<p>You will be someone who is passionate about the subject, possesses effective communication skills and can support the delivery of practical lessons in Design, Technology and Engineering.</p>
<p>This is a term time only (34 weeks per annum), permanent role.</p>
<p>Working hours are based on 45 hours a week (exact dates/times to be agreed).</p>
<p><strong>Your responsibilities will include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Learning support during practical classes.</li>
<li>Assisting pupils to set up and make safe and proper use of machinery.</li>
<li>Creating and maintaining accurate risk assessment documentation for all processes and machinery, and records regarding hazardous materials (C.O.S.H.H. data).</li>
<li>To schedule, undertake and record routine maintenance of all workshop equipment.</li>
<li>To maintain the department’s PPE by cleaning, inspecting and replacing where necessary</li>
<li>To engage with ongoing personal development.</li>
<li>To assist the Head of Department with expenditure control.</li>
<li>Supporting after school clubs by preparing resources and supporting student work on a one-to-one basis.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Skills and experience required:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Ability to undertake some physical work/heavy lifting.</li>
<li>Flexible attitude to work hours</li>
<li>Good time management and organisational skills.</li>
<li>Good communication skills, able to relate to and interact with teenagers.</li>
<li>Self-motivated and the ability to work independently.</li>
<li>Ability to remain calm, positive and enthusiastic when under pressure.</li>
<li>Competence with literary and numeracy as appropriate to the work.</li>
<li>Skilled experience of working with some or all: woods, metals, plastics, composites.</li>
<li>Workshop-based appreciation of underpinning health and safety requirements.</li>
<li>A willingness to undertake ongoing training and certification.</li>
<li>Relevant qualifications to GCSE or equivalent standard.</li>
<li>Basic computer skills such as sending/receiving emails (training available as required).</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>33 days paid holiday per annum.</li>
<li>contributory pension scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Use of the School Sports Complex including the gym and swimming pool sessions.</li>
<li>Free parking.</li>
<li>Free lunches.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>How to apply for the DT Technician role:</strong></p>
<p>If you have the skills and experience required for this role, click “apply” today and <strong>check your inbox for an email providing more information</strong> on how to tailor your application or provide any other supporting documents.</p>
<p><strong>You must be eligible to work in the UK. </strong><strong>A probationary period will also apply.</strong></p>
<p>This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Before appointment to any role in the school, checks including an Enhanced DBS Check and workplace references will be undertaken in accordance with current statutory guidance.</p>
<p>Other suitable skills and experience includes teaching assistant, workshop assistant, design and technology teacher, lab assistant, lead technician, woodworker, carpenter</p>