Vacancy for Design Technology Technician

Salary: Meridian Trust, Grade 4  Point 3-5 

Hours of work: 20 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

It is a very exciting time for North Cambridge Academy. We are growing in student numbers and expanding our team of support staff. We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Design Technology Technician. Your work will ensure that lessons run smoothly, resources are prepared to a high standard, and students have the tools and environment they need to explore their creativity.

The Opportunity

• To support teachers in practical lessons, ensuring health and safety standards are upheld
• To assist students with the use of workshop tools, and to maintain tidy, well-organised classrooms and storage areas
• To contribute to the smooth running of the department through administrative and technical support.

The ideal candidate

• Good educational background including GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths
• Experience of subject background and confidence working with a range of tools, materials, and equipment
• Genuine passion for working with young people
• Ability to always remain calm and professional
• Committed and reliable with high professional standards

About North Cambridge Academy

North Cambridge Academy opened in 2013 and since then we are a rapidly, improving, expanding secondary school in Cambridge, at the heart of its diverse community, where every child is known, valued and supported.

Our school has been categorised as "Good" by Ofsted since 2015 and holds the Learning Outside the Classroom Gold Award, Gold Schools Games Mark and the International School Award.

North Cambridge Academy values are to ensure every child is supported to achieve in all areas at the highest level, and to empower every child to become a successful and confident learner with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed beyond the classroom.

For more information about North Cambridge Academy please click here

About Meridian Trust 

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. 

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to - 

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays         

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/. 

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 3rd June  - 9am

Interviews will be held on: shortly after closing date of this advert.

 Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.