Permanent

Term Time plus INSET Days (39 weeks)

36 hours per week
Band F £24,816 - £27,533 per annum

Required as soon as possible

Closing Date: Tuesday 5^th May 9am

Clare Mount Specialist Sports College is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, flexible, and suitably qualified Design Technology Technician to join our outstanding team. We are one of the largest special secondary schools in the UK, catering for students with moderate learning difficulties, speech and language difficulties, and autism. With an increasing number of students joining us, we are expanding our Design Technology provision.

About the Role:

You will play a vital role in supporting our Design Technology department, ensuring workshops run smoothly and safely. You’ll work closely with teachers and students, operating and maintaining equipment, preparing materials, and supporting a wide range of practical activities. Your expertise will help us to deliver engaging and safe learning experiences, supporting students with a range of additional needs.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• The chance to work in a school with high standards, judged ‘Outstanding’
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation, maintenance, and safe operation of workshop equipment and tools
• Oversee specialist equipment, including CAD/CAM, laser cutters, and 3D printers
• Support students and staff with practical learning activities
• Manage departmental resources, stock, and record keeping
• Contribute to the development of new technical initiatives
• Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times

How to apply:

Please send your completed Application Form, School Disclosure Form, and School Monitoring of Equality and Diversity Form to Headteacher Mr Dan Keefe at recruitment@claremount.wirral.sch.uk.

Please note:

The successful appointment is subject to enhanced DBS, medical questionnaire, and social media check.

Clare Mount Specialist Sports College is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

Clare Mount Specialist Sports College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory completion of an Enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date : Tuesday 5^th May 9am

Interview Date to be confirmed