Food and Design Technology Technician
Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 3JDThis job expired on 14 May 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
14 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
6 May 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £20,666.00 - £21,323.00 Annually (Actual) Grade 2 point 3 - 5 - (£24027 - £24790 FTE) 37 hours per week, term time only + INSET days
Food and Design Technology Technician job summary
Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more
Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.
We are seeking reliable, organised, flexible, enthusiastic and committed applicants to join our team in providing core support in the smooth running of the D&T department, in particular in supporting Food Technology & Textiles practical lessons.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Department and teaching staff to support the smooth running of practical sessions, ensuring a great experience for all students, and maintaining excellent health and safety within the classroom.
The ability to actively support the DT departments as per Head of Department's requirements is essential and previous technician experience (Food specialist) and working with young people would be an advantage.
Key Skills:
- excellent Health and Safety compliance
- good time management
- communication and interpersonal skills
- attention to detail
- the ability to multi task
- The ideal candidate will be confident and proactive in supporting a busy and productive D&T department.
Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy (OSSMA) is a non-denominational, non-selective school, welcoming students of all backgrounds from the local community. Our mission is to equip every student with the knowledge, learning power and character necessary for success both at the next stage of their education and beyond. We believe in ‘aspiration beyond limits,’ that there is nothing our students are not capable of attaining, and ‘success beyond measure,’ where our students’ achievements are judged on more than just exam grades. Students, teachers, staff and parents are committed to making this vision a reality in a vibrant and inclusive learning community in which everyone can succeed.
Why work for Ormiston?
Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.
We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.
Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…
- The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
- Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
- Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
- A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits
We will offer you:
- Professional and personal development;
- Excellent support from an experienced team;
- Friendly staff and motivated students;
- Innovative approaches to reducing workload, improving wellbeing and work-life balance whilst retaining high standards;
- An empowered workforce with a genuine voice in improving the Academy further;
- Support from creative and innovative colleagues that will ensure your professional practice continues to develop.
- Lifestyle benefits offering significant savings on a wide range of shopping, leisure and travel outlets.
- Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme.
- One Wellbeing Day per year
Please view the following video for a further insight into our Academy OSSMA Recruitment Video
For an informal discussion or to arrange a tour of the academy please contact Lacey Mellor, Academy HR Partner, via lmellor@ossma.co.uk
Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
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.
About Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1197 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy website
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