Technician, with focus on Design Technology
The Hereford Church of England Academy, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 7NGThis job expired on 25 February 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
25 February 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
12 February 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- HC3 point 4 £24,404 FTE + benefits
Technician, with focus on Design Technology job summary
Job Title: Technician, with focus on Design Technology
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: HC3 point 4 £24,404 FTE + benefits (see what we offer below)
Contract: 2 days a week [13 hours] term time only PLUS PD Days, Permanent
Head Teacher: Michael Stoppard
What we are looking for:
We are seeking to recruit a highly effective and efficient Technician to support the smooth running of our Design Technology Department.
Applicants will have a background in, or knowledge of, Design Technology, a good understanding of health and safety regarding the storage of materials, use of equipment and the ability to work on their own initiative. The successful candidate will assist with the preparation of resources for lessons and maintain high standards of organisation and safety in the department.
Applicants will have high aspirations for the students and a passion for improving young people’s life chances.
As well as excellent communication skills, you must have high expectations of staff and students. You will consistently model excellent practice and have student achievement and progress at the forefront of your practice.
If you want an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant school that makes a difference to young people lives – we want to hear from you.
What we offer in exchange:
A busy and enjoyable place to work, with modern, welcoming facilities.
A competitive salary.
Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Membership of The Trusts’ Rewards And Employee Assistance Program.
Use of Academy facilities (including a gym and onsite car parking).
The chance to be involved in guiding the life of students aged 11 to 16, on a daily basis, and seeing them flourish.
Excellent professional and career development opportunities with an employer that values education and learning.
A talented, highly motivated, committed and professional team of colleagues, both within the school and across the Trust.
The Trust and school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all shortlisted applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people, in accordance with the DfE’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”. An enhanced DBS will be required for this role. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community.
Please do not attach copies of CV's/qualification certificates. Only the information detailed on the application form will be used as part of the short-listing process. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
About The Hereford Academy:
The Hereford Church of England Academy is year 11-16 Secondary School located on the edge of the Hereford, close to the beautiful Herefordshire countryside and the Wye Valley AONB. The City of Hereford is growing with a new University, a rapidly developing enterprise zone, new retail & leisure destinations and a thriving independent food and retail sector.
The school building is modern with first class facilities, extensive sports provision including a 3G pitch and a dedicated drama and arts studio.
The Hereford Church of England Academy is part of the Diocese of Hereford Multi Academy Trust. The Trust and the school are on a journey to rapidly improve outcomes for students.
The Academy community is committed to its core values of Aspiration, Care, Trust, Resilience, and Respect. Our vision is to equip all our students to be well-rounded and caring citizens who will make a positive contribution to society. We do this by providing the best possible education and serving the whole community of all faiths and none.
What the Inspectors said:
OFSTED Inspectors | SIAMS Inspectors |
| “The Hereford Academy is a calm and welcoming place. Pupils enjoy a warm and friendly culture where the values of ‘aspiration, care, trust, resilience and respect’ are lived.” | “Respect is freely offered and given between pupils and adults. Codes of conduct ensure that the academy is harmonious. Pupils are motivated by the rewards on offer” |
| “Leaders, including governors, have an ambitious vision for the quality of education that they want pupils to receive.” | “Pupils are thriving through learning opportunities that encourage aspiration and resilience. Carefully structured lessons give confidence to all pupils” |
“Pupils value leaders’ commitment to creating an environment free from discrimination where other cultures are celebrated. | “Extremely committed leaders put the wellbeing of pupils and adults at the heart of their actions. Consequently, the academy is characterised by mutually strong relationships” |
| “The school has high expectations of pupils’ conduct.” | “Outstanding support is offered to pupils, especially those who are vulnerable.” |
“The school is developing a strong, ambitious curriculum for the academic achievement of all pupils." | "Pupils learn and progress well … this includes pupils with additional learning needs and the most able.” |
For more information about The Hereford Academy, please see our website https://www.theherefordacademy.org.uk/
For more information and to apply visit https://mynewterm.com/
Closing date: midnight, 25th February 2025
Commitment to safeguarding
The Hereford Church of England Academy and the Diocese of Hereford Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level, along with other standard pre-employment checks.
Please do not attach copies of CV's/qualification certificates. Only the information detailed on the application form will be used as part of the short-listing process. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
About The Hereford Church of England Academy
- School type
- Academy, Christian, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 616 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Hereford Church of England Academy website
Here at the Hereford Church of England Academy we serve the community located to the south of the river Wye in the beautiful city of Hereford. We cater for students aged 11 to 16, striving to provide the best possible education and equip all our students to be well rounded and caring citizens who will make a positive contribution to society.
We are part of the Diocese of Hereford Multi-Academy Trust, which stretches from the foot of Eastnor castle to the Shropshire Hills, from the Welsh border to the threshold of the Malvern Hills. The Trust is a family of 15 wonderful schools which are spread out across the Diocese of Hereford (Herefordshire, South Shropshire and Worcestershire).
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