Art And Technology Technician

Actual Salary from £18,764

Scale 3 point 4

36 hours a week, 38 weeks a year

To start as soon as possible

Resilience, Excellence, Respect

Colchester Academy is a thriving secondary school, looking to appoint an Art and Technology Technician to support the Technology Department by preparing equipment and assisting in lessons. The appointment is term time only, 38 weeks per year, 36 hours per week.

The Art and Technology faculty at Colchester Academy is an exciting and creative place to work, offering Art, Photography, Food Technology, Graphics and a range of practical technical subjects across KS3 and KS4.

This position would suit anyone wanting to gain experience in a school environment, perhaps wanting to pursue a career in teaching in the future. Equally, an applicant for this role may have previously worked in education or in a career around Art or Technology.

Colchester Academy is a secondary school located in the heart of Colchester, Essex, and is graded ‘GOOD’ by OFSTED (2018 and 2023). Part of a local Academy Chain, Penrose Learning Trust, this is an incredibly exciting time for us to appoint someone who is hard working, has high levels of integrity and passionately believes in the power of education to change lives.

We offer a positive and supportive workplace where staff go the extra mile, for students and for each other. A place where we provide excellent opportunities for career progression and advancement, and where the culture is one of equity and fairness built on relationships developed out of mutual trust and respect.

This role provides excellent opportunities for career progression and advancement. Colchester Academy is committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and training, and the culture is one of equality and fairness built on relationships developed out of mutual trust and respect.

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To apply for this position an application form must be completed in full. Please also enclose a covering letter outlining your suitability for the post and the skills you will bring to the post.

If you have any questions or would like to visit the Academy, please contact Michelle Robinson, 01206 878878.

Closing date : Wednesday 27 March 2024 - 9am

Interview date: tbc

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Colchester Academy is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: From £18,764.00 per year

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person