At Cliff Park Ormiston Academy we know that we make a difference to our students lives 'everyday'. We are RESTLESS, and RELENTLESS in the pursuit of EXCELLENCE for every single Cliff Park Ormiston Academy student.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed technician to join our thriving Art department to support the Art / Photography Department with the efficient operation of all technical matters.  The core duties of this role are to prepare, organise and maintain the materials and equipment needed for the smooth running of lessons under the director of the subject leader.  You will also be supporting activities and assisting with exhibitions, displays and demonstrations as needed.

The role is offered working 22.5 hours per week, term time plus 1 week. 

About us

Based in Gorleston, Cliff Park Ormiston Academy is a vibrant and happy 11-16 secondary comprehensive academy in the heart of the community.  At Cliff Park Ormiston Academy we strive for excellence in everything that we do. We provide a warm, welcoming, orderly and inclusive school environment, where ‘Everyday Excellent Behaviour’ is an expectation. We believe in doing the everyday things well; Respect, tolerance, courtesy and co-operation. We make no excuse for our high expectations.

As a staff we create a happy, supportive school where every student can discover, create and thrive! We strive for our young people to leave to the next stage of their education as happy and confident citizens, ready to positively contribute to society and in all that they go on to do. 

Our new colleague will also benefit from being part of Ormiston Academies Trust. There’s nothing more important than educating the next generation, and our teams across Ormiston are continuing to undertake excellent work to make sure that the opportunities we provide have the greatest impact for every child and young person. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning. 

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys… 

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive 
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve 
• Being part of a team and community where you belong – receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities 
• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits 

About you

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have a good standard of numeracy and literacy skills
• Be IT proficient
• Have an Art qualification
• Experience of working with children and ideally experience of working in a school

If you would like to find out more about Cliff Park Ormiston Academy then we want to speak to you.  If you have any questions please contact Joanne Spurgeon at the academy via email at jspurgeon@cliffparkoa.co.uk

Do you have the qualities to meet the demands of this rewarding position? then we would love to hear from you!

The closing date for all applications is 24 January 2025.  Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

Cliff Park Ormiston Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.  Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

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