Design Technology, Food Preparation and Nutrition & Art Technician
Kings Priory School, North Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE30 4RF18 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2027
Closing date
29 November 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
11 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £26,847.00 - £28,153.00 Annually (FTE) Actual Salary £14,993 - £15,723 based on 25 hours per week, Term Time Only (37 weeks per year)
Design Technology, Food Preparation and Nutrition & Art Technician job summary
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and proactive Design Technology, Food Preparation & Art Technician to support our thriving Creative Arts and Design Technology Department.
This is an exciting opportunity for a practical and creative individual who enjoys working in a busy school environment and who takes pride in supporting high-quality teaching and learning. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring our Design Technology workshops, Food Preparation & Nutrition facilities, and Art studios are safe, well-equipped and inspiring spaces for pupils to learn and create.
About the Role
Working closely with teaching staff, you will provide technical support across Design Technology, Food Preparation & Nutrition and Art, preparing resources and materials, maintaining equipment, supporting practical lessons and helping to create engaging learning environments.
You will be responsible for managing stock and inventories, maintaining specialist equipment, supporting health and safety procedures, and assisting pupils and staff during practical activities. The role also includes creating attractive displays around the school that showcase pupils' work and celebrate creativity.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Prepare materials, equipment and resources for practical lessons in Design Technology, Food Preparation & Nutrition and Art.
- Maintain, monitor and organise departmental equipment, tools and stock.
- Ensure workshops, food preparation rooms and art areas operate safely and efficiently.
- Support teaching staff and pupils during practical activities and demonstrations.
- Assist with the maintenance, repair and safe storage of specialist equipment and resources.
- Maintain accurate inventories and manage the ordering and sourcing of materials.
- Support the implementation of Health & Safety procedures, including COSHH requirements and risk assessments.
- Create engaging displays that celebrate pupils' achievements throughout the school.
- Provide practical advice and support to teaching staff, including supply teachers where required.
- Assist with departmental administration and resource management.
- Administer first aid within the department as required.
- Contribute positively to the wider life of the school and uphold the highest standards of safeguarding.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Has practical skills and experience working with tools, equipment and materials.
- Has an interest in Design Technology, Food Preparation, Art or a related field.
- Is highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Demonstrates good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
- Can work independently whilst also contributing positively to a team.
- Understands the importance of health and safety in practical learning environments.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Enjoys working with young people and supporting their learning and development.
- Shares the school's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Why Join King's Priory School?
King's Priory School is a successful and vibrant independent school located in the heart of Tynemouth. We are proud of our warm and welcoming community, high academic standards and commitment to providing a rich educational experience for all pupils.
As a member of our staff team, you will have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to school life, work alongside dedicated colleagues and support pupils to develop the confidence, creativity and practical skills that will serve them throughout their lives.
Safeguarding
King's Priory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
Further information about the job
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
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Kings Priory School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 4 to 18
- Education phase
- All through school
- Size
- 1549 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Kings Priory School website
Kings Priory School is an all-through school providing high quality education to pupils aged 4 to 19. The result of a merger between a thriving independent school and an outstanding community primary school, we are an inclusive, non-fee paying School with excellent teachers, a family environment, motivated pupils and a commitment to educating the whole child, both in and outside of the classroom.
Kings Priory School is the top performing school in North Tyneside at Key Stage 4; pupils achieve exceptional outcomes which are well above national averages. In 2018 98% of pupils achieved a 4+ in English and 93% of pupils achieved a 4+ in mathematics. We are also very proud of the outcomes students achieve in the Sixth Form, where, in 2018, the average grade was a B- and many students went to read their chosen subjects at Russell Group universities.
The School operates across two neighbouring sites in the centre of the attractive coastal village of Tynemouth with short commuting links into Newcastle upon Tyne. Kings Priory School is part of Woodard Academies Trust multi-academy sponsor whose aim is to be a provider of world class education, transforming lives within and across communities. Our Christian Ethos helps to make our school a thoughtful community and we are welcoming, positive and open to pupils and staff of all faiths and none.
Kings Priory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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