- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1152 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Nottingham Emmanuel School website
Art & Design Technician
More than one location, Archway Learning Trust8 days remaining to apply
Job start date
22 August 2025
Closing date
21 March 2025 at 9am
Date listed
12 March 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
- Learning support or cover supervisor
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- Art and design, Design and technology
Working pattern
- Full time: Full Time Permanent, Term Time Only.
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- From £25,583 to £27,711
What skills and experience we're looking for
Support the Classroom and Students
To implement the strategic plan for the subjects by:
•Agreeing objectives and operational plans which will promote and sustain department improvement
•Supporting students with their practical work in lessons by providing technical support, whole class demonstrations and one to one student support; support with lunchtime intervention for GCSE and vocational courses.
•Providing technical support during examinations.
•Providing opportunities for the use of appropriate new technologies to achieve excellence
•To support in the promotion of Design Technology events within and outside school, including the preparation and the maintenance of interesting and stimulating displays in workshop areas.
•To contribute to the delivery of extra-curricular opportunities,
•Contributing to the primary and secondary school partnerships through development work for transition activities, induction days and other promotional activities.
To support the leadership of the department and work collaboratively with DT Technicians for the allocation of resources to support teaching and learning at all levels by:
•Supporting effective teaching and learning by organising the equipment and resources in a planned systematic way.
•Designing, developing, maintaining and testing specialist resources that meet the requirements of the schemes of work and offering professional guidance to students and teachers on the practical aspects of the curriculum.
•Monitoring the upkeep of the laptop trolley according to school procedures
•Assist with the development of resources by making of models and fixtures and designing and making of jigs, fixtures, racks, tool trays.
•Operation of audio-visual equipment and arrangement for appropriate maintenance and servicing.
Health & Safety
To take responsibility for health, safety and security including risk management by:
•Ensure the implementation of the school’s health and safety policy, including the monitoring and publication of risk assessments in line with Health & Safety procedures.
•Undertaking routine and non-routine checking, cleaning, maintenance, testing and repairing of equipment to the required standard, within the capabilities of the technician.
•Maintaining the first aid equipment in the workshop area, administering first aid for minor injuries, and keeping accurate records and referring students to a qualified first aider if necessary.
•Undertaking a First Aid qualification to support the needs of the school.
Administration
To contribute to the effective organisation and management of the department by:
•Implementing effective record keeping and administration systems across the department, advising the teachers on any improvements which can be made in this respect
•Maintenance of stock and breakages records, monitoring stock control, obtaining quotations, compiling orders, checking deliveries, maintaining appropriate records and storage as appropriate.
•To take responsibility for monies paid by students for the purchase of items, including education materials bought by the school.
•Complete risk assessments and support the DLC in ensuring health and safety policies are adhered to.
To establish effective relationships and communication across the school by:
•Building professional relationships with students in lessons, in and around the school and through extra-curricular clubs, following the schools Behaviour for Learning Policy.
Professional development and training
•Regularly review own practice, setting personal targets and taking responsibility for own continuing professional development (CPD)
•Attend departmental and school wide meetings in line with the school calendar
Telephone: 0115 977 5380 Email: recruitmentnes@archwaytrust.co.uk Website: www.archwaytrust.co.uk
Staff Conduct
•All employees are expected to familiarise themselves and follow the Trust vision and ethos during their working lives with Archway Learning Trust.
•We are professional people and expect professional conduct (behaviour and language) based on mutual respect, good manners, politeness and common courtesies for all members of our community. We expect that at all times employees behave in a manner that role models positive behaviours for our students to follow.
•Physical violence, verbal abuse and swearing are unacceptable and not tolerated.
•Employees are expected to maintain a professional relationship with students.
•Staff will be fully supported by the Trust at all times in carrying out the behaviour policy.
Dress Code
•The Trust expect staff to wear professional business dress mirroring our high expectations of our student dress code.
•Some functions within the Trust are required to wear uniform that will be supplied by the Trust.
•When working in the kitchens or any food outlet at the Trust, staff are expected to wear full protective clothing at all times.
What the school offers its staff
- Archway benefits to include shopping discounts and competitions
- A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice
- Access to a generous pension scheme
- Access to discounted travel schemes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Comprehensive training and support
- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
- Eye care voucher scheme
- Free flu vaccine
- Access to e-learning and development
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
How to applyIf you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.
About Archway Learning Trust
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Email address
- hr@archwaytrust.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01159775380
School Details
The Nottingham Emmanuel School
Arranging a visit to Archway Learning Trust
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@archwaytrust.co.uk.
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