John Smeaton Academy is seeking to recruit an inspirational colleague to undertake the role of Art and Design Technology Technician. The role is to support within art, resistant materials, textiles and food lessons, by providing resources for teacher and students, setting up rooms and assisting with equipment usage where required.
Potential applicants should have:
· GCSE Art / Design Technology or equivalent.
· Able to work well under pressure and use your own initiative.
· Good time management skills, including the ability to work to deadlines.
What we can offer you:
As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:
· Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme, depending on the role.
· A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
· Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
· Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers.
· £2k Cycle to work scheme.
About us:
At John Smeaton Academy, the heart of all that what we do is our core values. Through the values of: Kindness, Ambition, Determination and Respect, our students, their parents/ carers and our colleagues are committed to the mission of the academy; one where we together ensure that all young people ‘Secure the Gift of Choice’ regardless of socio-economic background. John Smeaton Academy is a truly exceptional place for students to study and for colleagues to work. We take pride in making decisions that are needs based and context specific, doing the right thing at the right time.
If you would like to know more about our academy, please visit our website at
How to Apply:
If you are as excited about this role as we are, you can download the, Person Specification, and Application Form from The GORSE Academies Trust website, request them by email at recruitment@johnsmeatonacademy.org.uk or call us on 0113 831 3900.
Please note if you submit an electronic application, we will not require a hard copy. CVs are not accepted .
Closing date: Apply Now
Applications should be returned to: recruitment@johnsmeatonacademy.org.uk
Interview Date: TBC
John Smeaton Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all children and we expect our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure Barring Service Check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.
Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either a s a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.