Design Technology Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
Thomas Aveling is a successful and oversubscribed mixed secondary school with experienced and committed staff and well behaved and motivated students.
A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a pro-active, organised and self-motivated individual to join a supportive and friendly team who make a valuable contribution to the success of the school. In addition, the highly successful Design & Technology Department is both fully resourced and enjoys excellent facilities.
As a DT Technician you will play a key role in supporting teaching staff in the preparation for lessons and assist with practical lessons when required. Full training will be provide
You will be responsible for ordering and preparing project materials and general resources to support the department, including the use and maintenance of tools and equipment.
The role involves working with a wide range of equipment and resources.
We offer:
- A supportive induction programme, with full training
- A happy and caring community
- A Healthy Work-Life Balance and a committed Leadership Team
- Private health care cover by Benenden
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Two-week half term in October
- Cycle to work scheme
Please visit Our Vacancies | Beyond Schools Trust for a full job description and application form. Completed application forms should be returned by the closing date to eelliott@thomasaveling.co.uk
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. For further information and to arrange a school visit, please contact Emma Elliott on 01634 844809 or via email eelliott@thomasaveling.co.uk
We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date where interest and applications received are high, therefore we encourage early applications
Safeguarding commitment
Beyond Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in a regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory "Disclosing and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check".
Equality & Inclusivity Statement
At Beyond Schools Trust we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can ALL be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented communities, including but not limited to those who identify as Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background.
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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 (Β£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: Primary & Secondary Schools
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Design Technology Technician roles across The Thomas Aveling 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 Primary & Secondary Schools.
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 Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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