Technician within Technology (Workshop / Design & Technology)

Permanent 

37hrs per week (part time / flexible working considered) 

(LG5 SCP 7-9) 

Term Time 193 days 

To start ASAP 

At Norham High School we foster and expect to see all display our 3 core characteristics & values: Pride ~ Determination ~ Strength.

We foster and create these values through our curriculum and the range of teams we have at Norham High School, and as such our vision is that:  

We are committed and determined to provide all pupils with the skills and knowledge that will enable and encourage learning to be an integral part of a lifelong process. As a team, we will ensure our pupils grow into ambitious young adults who are excited about the world around them. As a true comprehensive school serving the community of North Shields and beyond, we are committed to raising standards for all our pupils, promoting the highest possible achievements both academically and personally, regardless of background or ability.  

As a team, we work together - pupils, staff, parents, carers and the wider community to provide a safe and happy learning environment, in doing so we educate all with the utmost care so that as one large family, we enable all pupils to realise their full potential, both academically and socially.    

Norham High School is fully pupil-centred and enables pupils to have a real voice in our current and future improvements through our pupil council and other pupil leadership opportunities. As a result, our pupils are polite, behaviour is calm and staff and pupil relationships are positive (Ofsted, December 2019).  

We are looking to appoint a skilled, organised and enthusiastic Design and Technology Technician to support teaching and learning across our Design and Technology department. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a creative, practical environment and play a vital role in supporting students’ learning. 

As a Design and Technology Technician, you will: 

● Prepare materials, tools and equipment for lessons across D&T subjects (e.g. Resistant Materials, Graphics, Art, Photography – as applicable) 

● Maintain, organise and safely store equipment and resources 

● Support teachers and students during practical lessons where required 

● Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations 

● Assist with stock control and ordering materials  

● Support students with practical work under the direction of teaching staff As a Design and Technology Technician, you will: 

● Prepare materials, tools and equipment for lessons across D&T subjects (e.g. Resistant Materials, Graphics, Art, Photography – as applicable) 

● Maintain, organise and safely store equipment and resources 

● Support teachers and students during practical lessons where required 

● Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations 

● Assist with stock control and ordering materials  

● Support students with practical work under the direction of teaching staff 

Applications If you would like further information, please contact Ruth Bowers (Head Technology Faculty), on (0191) 814 3890 or e-mail office@norhamhigh.org.  

Norham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other checks deemed appropriate .

The closing date for completed applications is Monday 9 February @ 12noon. 

Interviews planned to take place w/c 9 February.        

Please send your completed application to: 

Alison Tait, Norham High School, Alnwick Avenue, North Shields, NE29 7BU 

or via email to: Alison.tait@norhamhigh.org