DT Technician (The Hastings Academy)

Job introduction

Hours of work: 37

Working pattern: Full-time, Term-time only

(As the position is term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Sunday 02 March 2025

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

The Hastings Academy

Rye Road

Hastings

East Sussex

TN35 5DN

Phone:   01424 711950

Email:     office@thehastingsacademy.org.uk

Website: www.thehastingsacademy.org.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

About the role

Working Pattern: Term time only + 5 days (40 weeks)

Actual Starting Salary (calculated pro rata): £21,622 per annum

Salaries are paid in 12 equal monthly instalments

Do you have an interest in Technology and would like to make a difference to our students?

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic DT Technician within the Technology Department. This is an excellent opportunity to join the department and be a part of making innovative approaches to the development of the Design and Technology curriculum.

Responsibilities include:-

• Co-ordinating the use of practical resources and facilities
• Providing technical support, assistance and advice regarding the practical needs of the Technology curriculum, including liaising with teaching staff and support staff outside the department
• Taking responsibility for health and safety within the Technology faculty
• Maintaining good order of the Technology department and its resources

Please refer to the attached job description for further details.

The Hastings Academy

At The Hastings Academy, our core aim is to nurture a sense of community while fostering qualities like aspiration, self-worth, and respect for learning. We believe in equipping students with the skills and character to succeed in both education and beyond. Our innovative curriculum emphasises essential qualifications and lifelong learning skills, preparing students to thrive as responsible global citizens. 

Effective communication and mutual support between parents and the school are key for student success. We celebrate achievements and address challenges collaboratively, with form tutors and heads of house playing crucial roles in students' journeys. 

The academy has a published admission number of 180 (900 pupils in total) and hosts a special facility for up to 10 young people with speech, language, and communication difficulties.

We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why we seek to enrich and reward our employees wherever we can, by offering a wide range of exciting and useful employee benefits. These include:

• Automatic annual pay increments: Pay progression is not linked to performance and all our staff benefit from automatic pay progression (subject to the maximum salary for the role). Cost of living awards are also reviewed annually.
• Generous Pension: Safeguard your future with financial security throughout your retirement. Employer contribution rate of 18.9%.
• Holiday Entitlement: Take advantage of 27 days annual leave per annum (FTE), plus statutory Bank Holidays.
• Health and Wellbeing: A strong commitment to your health and wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors and an annual day devoted to your health and wellbeing. This day provides the opportunity to spend valuable time catching up with colleagues, as well as some ‘Time for You’ to do whatever most enhances your wellbeing.
• Personal Development Day: One day annually dedicated to your personal development which could include volunteering, training or a seminar (self-funded).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to free and confidential counselling services, providing support for both work and personal issues.
• Cycle to Work: Build exercise into your commute, with our cycle-to-work programme, offering a £2K loan to purchase a bicycle. 
• Retail Discount: Savings with hundreds of retailers including gym, private medical, dental and online GP service, as well as eligibility for the Blue Light Discount Scheme. 
• Multi Academy Trust: Be part of a network of 14 Academies, offering a support system and opportunities for professional development and collaboration.

As the largest Multi-Academies Trust in Sussex, we are a close-knit family of schools committed to achieving ambitions, delivering excellence, and nurturing potential. Sponsored by the esteemed University of Brighton, we provide high-quality learning experiences for our pupils.

Our success is a result of the dedication and expertise of our staff and central teams, creating vibrant places of learning that ignite curiosity and foster a lifelong love of education. Together, we aim to inspire our children and staff to flourish and achieve their best.

At the heart of everything we do are our pupils. We believe that learning should be exciting, engaging, and fun – an adventure where curiosity is celebrated, and creativity is encouraged. We strive to create an environment where each child feels inspired and supported, enabling them to discover their unique talents and interests. 

We welcome applications from all members of the community.

The Trust is proud to be part of the government’s Disability Confident scheme which underpins our staff and volunteer recruitment practices. If you would like any support or assistant at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know, by contacting us by email to recruitment@brightonacademiestrust.org.uk or by telephone to Emma Richings 01424 905 306.

To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about this role please contact Harriet Catt, PA to Principal h.catt@thehastingsacademy.org.uk

Please apply on our careers site: University of Brighton Academies Trust | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Job Information | Apply for DT Technician

Additional information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau).

For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.