Technician to Support the Art and Design Technology Faculty
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Position Overview & Specifications
JOB TITLE: Technician to Support the Art and Design Technology Faculty
WORKING PATTERN: 32.5 hours per week TERM TIME ONLY
WORKING HOURS: 8.30am – 3.30PM Monday to Friday
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent
SALARY: Grade C Points 4 to 6 £21,189 to £21,968 Per Annum PRO RATA
CLOSING DATE: Friday 3rd March 2023 at 9.00am
INTERVIEW DATE: To be confirmed
THE ROLE:
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and suitably qualified candidate to support the teachers in the Food Technology, Hair and Beauty and Design Technology departments in the preparation and delivery of practical lessons and ensure they have the necessary equipment to deliver their curriculum. Duties will include placing orders and checking deliveries, supporting staff with the care and cleaning of the food technology rooms including ovens, checking equipment after practical lessons to ensure it is clean and stored correctly and ensuring classrooms are tidy, clean and free from all hazard.
ABOUT YOU:
You will have previous experience in a similar role, be able to organise and prioritise a demanding workload and have an enthusiastic and positive. You will be proactive, creative and resourceful with service provision, embracing technology and new ways of working.
ABOUT US:
Our vision is ‘Success For All’. The idea of success is all about the development of every pupil. We put our pupils well being, safety and happiness first and we have wonderful opportunities for all our pupils to grow.
We offer:
- Great facilities including pool and gym, with a well-kept campus set in beautiful surroundings to the north of Bolton.
- Delightful, ambitious, caring and well-motivated students with a strong work ethic
- An experienced and expert team of year leaders, teachers and support staff
Please return completed applications to HR@smithillsschool.net
CVs and late applications will not be accepted
Smithills School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Technician to Support the Art and Design Technology Faculty roles across Smithills School's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,189 - £21,968 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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