Whole School Technician (Design Technology)
Bourne Community College, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 8PJ40 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September/October 2026
Closing date
1 September 2026 at 9am
Date listed
23 July 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subjects
- Art and design, Design and technology
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): 37 hours per week, term time only
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Grade 4 Points 5-6
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an experienced practical, hands-on individual looking to make a difference in a vibrant secondary school? Bourne Community College is seeking a proactiveWhole School Technician (Design Technology)to join our dedicated staff team.
As our Whole School Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning by preparing and maintaining equipment, resources, and workspaces with the majority of time spent in the Design Technology and Engineering department. You will assist staff and students in practical sessions, carry out routine maintenance and repairs, and ensure all areas are safe, tidy, and ready for use. You will prepare materials and resources for practical lessons in Design Technology and Engineering. You will be working across different subject areas under the direction of the Director of the Technology Faculty. There will be some preparation of resources for the Art Department as well.
This is a permanent post required for September/October 2026.
Salary – NJC Grade 4 Points 5-6 £25583 - £25989 p.a. pro rata 37 hours per week, term time only plus Inset Days
Application Procedure Interested applicants should complete the application form and return to office@bourne.org.uk. CVs are not accepted.
Closing date – Tuesday 1 September 2026 9.00am
Interview date – w/c 7 September 2026
What the school offers its staff
Benefits -
Free on-site parking
Near railway station
Cycle to work scheme with West Sussex Choices
Gym Membership Discounts
Health Cash Plans with BHSF
Employee Assistance Programme
Governor dedicated to staff wellbeing
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Bourne Community College and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references as well as evidence of the right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Bourne Community College
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 692 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- fmenzies@bourne.org.uk
Bourne Community College is a thriving mixed comprehensive secondary school for students aged 11–16, with approximately 700 students on roll. As a true community school, we pride ourselves on fostering strong, positive relationships—not only within our school, but also across the local and wider community. Respect is at the heart of everything we do, and we are proud holders of the UNICEF Gold Award for Rights Respecting Schools, which underpins daily life for our students and staff.
We are incredibly proud of our young people and their achievements, both in the classroom and beyond. Our students excel through sport, enrichment opportunities and charitable work, demonstrating commitment, compassion and ambition. Our shared vision is to be the best version of ourselves, and we hold high expectations of both students and staff to ensure the highest quality education is delivered in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
As a fully inclusive school, we are committed to supporting every individual to develop and nurture the values, skills and attributes they need to succeed. Regardless of starting points or individual needs, we work tirelessly to ensure all students are empowered to become confident, respectful and successful learners—ready to thrive in the next stage of their education and beyond.
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