Overview
Technician – Art, Design and Technology
37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Grade 4 Point 7-12
£26,403 to £28,598 pro rata (£22,709 to £24,597 actual)
Required ASAP
Responsibilities
The Art, Design and Technology Technician provides support to students and teaching staff with reference to the use of a range of machinery, equipment and processes familiar in Art and Design Departments such as laser cutters, 3D printers, lathes, sewing machines. They should have knowledge of resistant materials including the use of wood, metal and plastic alongside the use of electronic testing equipment. Duties include the setting up, use and maintenance of equipment and machinery. The technician will be able to provide materials for lessons, assist with technical demonstrations, have excellent ICT and CAD/CAM knowledge and be skilled at managing resources within the budget and have oversight of health and safety procedures within the department.
* Provide materials for lessons and assist with technical demonstrations
* Set up, use and maintain equipment and machinery
* Manage resources within the budget and oversee health and safety procedures
* Assist with ICT and CAD/CAM knowledge applications
Qualifications and Skills
* a strong creative background in Art and Design
* computer literate and experience of using Excel and Word
* strong organisation, quality assurance and quality control skills
* excellent time management
* good communication skills to deal with students, staff and suppliers
* a wide range of excellent practical skills
* strong organisational ability with the ability to assist with monitoring budgeting
* a genuine interest in education and young people
What the school offers
King Edward VII School is a thriving, over-subscribed School with a diverse intake. It offers many opportunities to students and staff, and has an excellent reputation. The school has two sites within the S10 area, approximately 1.5 miles apart. Benefits include a pension, eye test vouchers and a wellbeing package, plus a full employee assistance programme (EAP).
Additional details
Please note: Only applications on the standard Sheffield LA application form will be accepted. CVs will not be considered. For further details please contact Mr T Hall – HR & Cover Manager at recruitment@kes.sheffield.sch.uk or visit www.kes.sheffield.sch.uk/recruitment. Closing date: Tuesday 24 March 2026 – 12 noon. Interviews: W/c 13 April 2026.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. All applicants are required to read the Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy incorporating Self-Harm and Online Safety.
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