Job title:
Resistant Materials
Technician
Salary: Competitive
Responsible to: Head of Product Design
Contract term:
Responsible for:
Permanent
Mossbourne Federation
The Mossbourne Federation has helped change students’ lives. The Federation’s flagship school,
Mossbourne Community Academy, is founded on high expectations and a belief that all students, regardless of background, can have a first-rate education.
Mossbourne Community Academy
Mossbourne Community Academy’s calm working atmosphere creates well-rounded individuals who excel in the arts, on the sporting field and academically. All learners, regardless of ability, benefit from the innovative and enlightened approaches to teaching and learning within the Academy.
As one of the country’s leading academies, it is in the vanguard of school improvement. Working in the local community and within a strong partnership of Hackney schools, Mossbourne will raise aspirations, expectations and achievement for all students and will continue to make a major contribution to the development of educational excellence in Hackney.
The Design and Technology Department
Resistant Materials at Mossbourne Community Academy is a successful department which is forward thinking in its delivery of both Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. Our aims are to provide opportunities for pupils to:
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Enjoy developing ideas into reality.
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To strive for excellent outcomes.
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Be creative and enhance thinking skills.
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Work independently and develop self-esteem.
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To develop attitudes of curiosity, risk tasking, initiative, ingenuity and resourcefulness.
We have high expectations of all our students and lead by example. We deliver learning with a consistent and co-ordinated approach.
The Technology Technician Role
The successful candidate must be a team player who is passionate about the role practical work plays in Design & Technology education. The Technician will play an important role, providing technical and administrative support to teaching staff and ensuring the safe and proper use of and maintenance of resources and equipment. They will be well organised, flexible and willing to go the extra mile.
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Key Accountabilities
The post holder’s key responsibilities are, but not limited to:
Materials
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To check and prepare materials for daily use and long term projects.
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To prepare project resource packs for teachers and pupils’ design‐based projects, including assisting with copying worksheets as required via Reprographics Team.
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To carry out regular stock control.
Equipment
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To carry out routine maintenance and repair of classroom and workshop equipment, including machines and hand tools.
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To organise and liaise with external agencies to ensure annual maintenance and safety testing is carried out on workshop machinery.
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To operate and maintain CAM equipment.
Ordering
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To compile orders, liaise with finance, check items on arrival and follow up on errors.
Support
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To support teaching staff with the organisation and preparation of displays within the
Technology Learning Area.
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To work co‐operatively with other staff to develop and share skills and expertise.
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To provide technical advice and help to staff and students for manufacturing aids such as jigs and fixtures.
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To provide classroom assistance as appropriate.
Safety
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To keep up to date with health and safety requirements and developments in practical Design
& Technology policy.
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To ensure that Health and Safety requirements and other relevant regulations are adhered to.
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To maintain a clean, safe and efficient working environment.
Other
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To practice and promote fair and equal treatment of staff and student throughout the course of employment.
 To comply with any reasonable request from a manager to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.
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Person Specification
Essential [E] or Desirable
[D]
Requirements
Assessment Criteria
Interview Application form
Experience
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Proven track record of supporting a Design &
Technology Department in the capacity of
a Technician
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Ability to demonstrate the effective management and efficient organisation of resources
E  ability to work independently and as part of a team
E  ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with teachers, support staff and other technicians
Qualifications
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Educated to further education level, or
equivalent
IT knowledge
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Ability to use CAD/CAM software and hardware.
(2D design, Solidworks, laser cutter and vinyl cutter.)
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Good knowledge of the Microsoft package
(Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher, Power
Point)
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Capable of making effective and appropriate use of ICT to manage and order stock
Behavioural Competencies
E  excellent analytical and multi-dimensional communication skills
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 strategic approach, ability to see the ‘big picture’ and also think ‘outside of the box’
 ability to meet ALL deadlines internally and externally ensuring output consistently is of an exemplary standard
 the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
 must have the upmost integrity as well as
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high levels of motivation and commitment
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 genuine interest and passion for the education of young people and the ability to contribute more widely to the life and community of the Federation
Applicable to all staff
E  undertake training as required to so in order to fulfil the
E requirements of the role
 support Mossbourne’s efforts both verbally and non-verbally (i.e. via actions and attitude), including adjusting performance and practice in accordance with Mossbourne’s initiatives and findings
 proactive approach and efficient time management and prioritisation skills play an active role in terms of
Safeguarding all students and adults
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Mossbourne Federation reserves the right to modify the above contents in order to ensure the needs of the Federation and the students are being met. The above list is not a comprehensive list; it simply outlines the expectations for this role. Mossbourne Federation provides equal employment opportunities to all employment applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or status. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. The post holder must be committed to safeguarding the welfare of children.
CEO Signature:
I confirm I understand and accept the duties and responsibilities associated with this role:
Employee Name:
Employee Signature: Date:
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