We are seeking a Technology Technician to work across all subjects offered within Design and Technology Department in one of our partner schools. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for ordering and preparing of resources and equipment required for lessons and ensuring the highest standards of safety and hygiene are maintained.
The Technician will be required to provide technical support for teaching colleagues both in lessons and in learning opportunities outside of the core timetable including a wide range of extracurricular and reward activities.
This role would suit a motivated person who is skilled at managing a busy workload. The core purpose of the role is to uphold our fundamental standards of pride, respect and achievement with all stakeholders and in doing so will ensure high standards of support is available.
The Technology Technician will be responsible for:
· Providing support to students and staff during lessons – assisting teaching staff with demonstration lessons and practical’s, helping to create an engaging and purposeful learning environment and supporting students to make progress.
· Ordering of resources – collating and placing orders based on lesson plans.
· Stock control – ensuring deliveries are checked and stored appropriately and effectively monitoring stock rotation to avoid waste.
· Assisting with the development of lesson plans and creating resources – including creating examples for lessons, producing displays and completing photocopying.
· Preparation for practical lessons – ensuring ingredients/resources and equipment are prepared and set up according to lesson plans.
· Maintaining a safe, hygienic & organised environment – ensuring equipment, storage and preparation areas are well maintained in accordance with health and safety legislation. Where applicable, maintaining a supply of clean laundry and an adequate supply of cleaning products for use during lessons. Planning for the repair and maintenance of equipment as necessary.
The successful candidate will work as part of a wider team of three Technology Technicians and will be required to provide support for all technology subjects including Food Technology, Resistant Materials, Textiles and 3D Design.
About AK Teaching
What we offer
As a valued employee of AK Teaching, you will receive:
• Excellent daily rates paid weekly.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• Training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach.
• Access to a dedicated Secondary consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
For more information, please contact the Newcastle Office or apply below today!
