Job Description

Application closing date
02/10/2025
Location
Sowerby Bridge
Salary
Band C (NJC points 4-6) Actual Salary: 15,759 - 16,262
Package
Permanent, Term time only, 27 hours 30 minutes per week. Monday to Friday 08:30 - 14:50
Job category/type
Schools

Job description
We are seeking to appoint a Technology Technician to join our Design & Technology team, this will be an exciting and stimulating role where you will support with both preparation and during the delivery of lessons to students who are keen to learn and achieve. Technology is popular amongst students and enjoys high esteem within the school community.



We encourage the enjoyment of Technology through the study of a wide range of interesting and challenging projects. The use of key terminology and the application of different technological advances is something we see as key to student academic achievement. As a department, we recognise that applying real world scenarios to design problems is important. Students enjoy using the google classroom suite in lessons and for completing homework. It is important from a cultural capital perspective that we try and bring as much industrial knowledge into the classroom as possible to make links.



The Technology department always seeks opportunities to enhance student learning through educational visits to New Designers and Leeds University, extra-curricular clubs such as the CAD CAM club and Textiles and Food clubs. We get involved in many competitions, both within and beyond school and have had considerable successes. The department runs an eco team that combines members of the school council across year groups along with school ambassadors. We promote environmental responsibility throughout the schemes of work we teach.

What the role involves in a nutshell:

Preparation of equipment and materials both for demonstration and class use Maintenance of workshops and classrooms to ensure a well-stocked, safe working environment Following health & safety procedures and applying these across the department Provide support to both the teacher and the students in lessons and any extra-curricular activities

What will you get in return?

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a passionate, supportive and forward-looking team under the direction and with the support of the Head of Technology. At Ryburn Valley High you'll find a strong foundation where you can make a real difference to the lives of our children

Benefits:

Automatic enrolment to the West Yorkshire Pensions Fund A Supportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team Staff development through appraisal and CPD Free Parking Cycle to Work Scheme Eye Care Home & Technology Scheme Rewards and discounts GP Online and Prescription Service Your Care Wellbeing package Lifestyle benefits (discount platform)


If our school sounds like a place you would like to be join and where you could really make a difference, then we'd love to hear from you.

HOW TO APPLY

Could we be a good fit for each other? If you'd like a chat about the role, or have any questions, then we'd be delighted to hear from you. Please contact Carrie Burbidge our Personal Assistant to the Senior Leadership Team via c.burbidge@ryburn.tlt.school

Closing Date: Thursday 2 October 2025 at 9am

Start Date: w/c 3 November 2025

If you're ready to apply, please complete our online application fully by clicking here before the deadline.

SAFER RECRUITMENT

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports this commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.



We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we would encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.