Location: High Wycombe
Overview
We are recruiting two Gap Year Technicians (1 x DT and 1 x Science) to support our thriving DT and Science departments at John Hampden Grammar School. The Technician co-ordinates the use of practical resources and facilities and provides assistance and advice in the practical needs of the curriculum, including liaising with teaching staff and technical staff outside the department.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has just finished their A levels and is looking to build skills and experience in a paid role prior to starting the next stage of their education or employment.
We offer great facilities and equipment, a caring and welcoming school community and a supportive team. If you feel you have the skills and commitment to support us in getting the best from our students, then we would love to hear from you.
Term time only
Salary Type: Bucks pay
Salary details: £23,996 to £24,950 FTE (actual salary pro rata salary £20,350 to £21,159 per annum)
Contract type: One Year Fixed Term Contract from September 2025 to July 2026
Hours: 37 hours per week - term time only plus staff INSET days (39 weeks per year)
Closing date: 31/08/2025 09:00
Interviews to be held: To be advised
About us
About the role
At JHGS, we recognise and value the professional and technical expertise that our Technicians bring to the school. From Science, to Design, Food Technology and PE, our technicians play a crucial role in providing essential services which directly impact the learning environment in our school.
The technicians prepare practical equipment and materials for lessons as required by the teacher prior to lessons.They assist with the preparation of apparatus and materials and setting up equipment for use in practicals. They support the department by ensuring availability of suitable materials and equipment.
For further information please see attached application pack.
About you
Ideally, the successful DT technician will have completed A level Design Technology so you are familiar with DT workshops, but this isn’t essential. You may have developed the skills to work across a variety of disciplines e.g. woodwork, metal, food, ICT, CAD/CAM and Food Tech and have some knowledge of health and safety practices. The successful Science technician will have an A level in a Science subject and will work as part of a team providing technical support to Science classes in Key Stage 3 and 4 and to help with the specialist support for Key Stage 5 Science, with an emphasis on support for Chemistry. Training will be provided for the successful candidates in both Technician roles