Post: Design and Technology Technician
Post Ref: SR1410
Post Details: 30 hours per week, term time only, permanent
Salary Scale: AAT Grade 3 SCP 4-6 Pro-rata salary £14,583-£15,119 (Full time Equivalent Salary £21,189-£21,967)
Ambitions Academies Trust (AAT) comprises schools from all sectors: mainstream (primary and secondary) and special. AAT secures outstanding achievement and improved life chances of all our pupils. All our Academies have high expectations as the focus of their work. We are strongly committed to supporting colleagues in developing their careers further and offer excellent CPD opportunities.
We currently have the following vacancy at Wey Valley Academy, Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5AN – Design and Technology Technician
The successful candidate will help co-ordinate the efficient operation of all technical matters within the Design & Technology Department. To prepare, organise and maintain materials and equipment for classroom use to meet the practical needs of the technology curriculum and to enhance the learning of all students. The successful candidate should have certification in operational use of both circular and band saws, have confidence in machine operation of either carpentry and/or engineering machines and hand tools and have a knowledge of Computer Aided Design and Manufacture. Knowledge on COSSH requirements and ‘in school’ safety compliance is an advantage.
We are looking for candidates who are passionate and ambitious with a drive and commitment to improve the life chances of our young people. You will have a dynamic, exceptional, and creative approach to improving the teaching and learning in a way that benefits all children.
Closing date for applications: 3 May 2026 at 9am
Interviews will take place: TBC
Start Date: ASAP
Should you have any questions regarding this role please contact Jo Waddignton, HR Admin Assistant at jowaddignton@aat.education
Alternatively visit our website Wey Valley Academy
Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment as AAT reserves the right to close applications early. Please note we DO NOT accept application by CV
Ambitions Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of children. Rigorous checks will be made of the successful
applicant’s background credentials, including enhanced DBS checks and an internet search
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