Job Description

The Whitstable School

24,507 - 25,535 FTE (21,172 - 22,060 pro rata) - SAT B

Permanent

37 Hours Per Week; Term Time + 5 Staff Development Days

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Interview Date: To be confirmed

This is a crucial and exciting moment for The Whitstable School as we continue to expand our vocational qualifications and strengthen our Design Technology provision. Following the launch of our new Sixth Form pathway centered around Design Technology, alongside the successful introduction of our Construction course at Key Stage 4, we are now seeking a DT Technician to support the next phase of our development.

We are proud of our strong history of excellent results, high-quality craftsmanship, and truly creative student work. The successful candidate will play a key role in sustaining and extending this standard, working closely with a dedicated team of specialist teachers across our well-equipped DT rooms. As our A-level offer continues to grow and attract increasing numbers of students, this role will be central in helping us deliver an outstanding experience for every learner.

What We're Looking For:

A practical, organised, and skilled individual who can support teaching staff and students across a range of DT disciplines. Someone confident with workshop equipment, materials, preparation of resources, and ensuring a safe and efficient learning environment. A team player eager to contribute to the creative energy of the department as we expand our post-16 offer.
Joining The Whitstable School means becoming part of a warm, collaborative community where every member of staff is valued. Our pastoral support is a true strength: students are known as individuals, and staff work together to create an environment where young people feel supported, challenged and able to thrive. We are proud to outperform all non-selective schools in the district, and our culture of high expectations, kindness and teamwork underpins this success.

If you are enthusiastic about helping young people develop practical skills, creativity, and confidence and want to be part of a school that is growing, ambitious, and full of community spirit, we would love to hear from you.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us to benefit from:

Local Government Pension Scheme - with a generous employer contribution Enhanced Maternity Pay Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive Access to training and development On-site Parking Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants Employee Assistance Programme - Wellbeing and advice Cycle to Work scheme

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact

Anna Rimmington at anna.rimmington@swale.at

or 01227 931300.

Applications should be made via

Kent Teach

or by submitting a SAT Application Form to

anna.rimmington@swale.at.

Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: 24,507.00-25,535.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person