Larkmead School is seeking applications for the role as a technician to support the workshops within our Technology Faculty.  The successful candidate will have prior experience of working in a workshop environment, although this need not necessarily have been in a school.  Flexibility, patience, and a polite manner are a must for the post-holder.

The role will involve assisting and supporting the teaching and learning of Resistant Materials to ensure learners’ make progress.  More specifically: cleaning and maintenance of workshop equipment; administrative support with regard to health & safety; sourcing and preparing equipment and tools; assisting and guiding students during lessons.

The role is for 25 hours per week during term time only with precise working hours agreed between the school and the successful applicant.  Dependent upon experience the salary will be Grade 6 Point 18 – 21 £24,702-£26,873

Actual salary to reflect hours and the term time nature of the post £11,195.50-£12,179.45

Closing Date:  4th July 2024

Position Start Date: As soon as possible

How to Apply- Use the mynewterm link.

Should you have any further questions or require any assistance with the recruitment process please email recruitment@larkmead.vale-academy.org    

CV’s will not be accepted in substitution for completed application forms.

Larkmead School and The Vale Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism.  We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory “Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

The Vale Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community.”

All staff will be expected to promote fundamental British values as part of a school that values diversity and individuality, exemplified in our values of ‘one community, individual minds, creating futures.’