HMC BOARDING AND DAY 1106 boys (275 Sixth Form) Design and Technology Technician Bedford School Situated just 35 minutes on the train from London St Pancras, and half-way between Oxford and Cambridge, Bedford School is one of the region’s leading boarding and day schools, educating boys from the ages of to 18 Part of The Harpur Trust, Bedford’s leading educational and social welfare charity, we are a vibrant school with a very strong sense of community, set in a beautiful 50-acre estate in the heart of the town There are approximately 700 pupils in the Upper School aged 13 to 18, with roughly 280 in the Sixth Form 35% of the boys are boarders in our six Boarding Houses, each of which is “twinned” with a Day House Our Prep School with 400 boys caters for the 7-13 age range on the same campus and has its own junior Boarding House Academic excellence is central to life at Bedford School, and we encourage boys to aspire to the highest possible standards and to stretch their expectations Boys and staff come from a wide range of backgrounds and we promote a broad and diverse curriculum Our success is demonstrated by a long history of impressive exam results at GCSE, A level, and in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Most of our leavers go on to Higher Education and in 2020 87% of boys went to Russell Group or Times Top 30 universities, to specialise areas of expertise We are seeing our boys diversify their applications, with more expressing an interest in degree-level apprenticeships and universities in the USA and Europe Typically, between five and ten boys take up places at Oxbridge each year Bedford School is part of The Harpur Trust The School was inspected in November 2016, and we are particularly proud of the fact that ISI (Independent Schools Inspectorate) gave us the top ratings possible Full details, including a copy of the inspection report can be found here: http://www.bedfordschool.org.uk/Inspection-Report The school adopts a selective entry policy without being ruthless and seeks to provide an environment where all boys from diverse backgrounds will thrive academically It emphasises continuity of education at 13+ and 16+ so that, although there are academic entry requirements at each point, they are geared to whether boys are suitable to move to the next stage rather than overformulaic targets We believe in an all-round education that exposes all boys to a wide range of experiences and opportunities We place great emphasis on the value of Sport, Music and the Arts for the camaraderie, teamwork, and self-motivation they instil, and encourage boys to explore their individual talents Our extensive programme of extracurricular activities is wide-ranging and offers boys the opportunity to learn new skills and discover new interests outside the classroom Boarding is at the heart of the school and all full-time members of staff are expected to contribute to the wider life of the school through involvement in the tutoring system and in activities outside the classroom The school’s ongoing development programme has included the construction of a new Library (2003), Observatory & Planetarium (2003), a new Music School (2006) and a wonderful new theatre in St Luke’s Church, on the edge of the estate (2015) Other developments have included renovation of the school dining halls and kitchens (2009), fitness suite (2010), staff common room (2011), sports pavilion (2012) and science department (2015) THE DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT The Design and Technology department is a well-resourced department housed in its own two-storey building On the ground floor is a foyer and display area, four well-equipped workshops, one design studio equipped with networked PCs and digital projector, an office for Staff, a Technician’s office and six storerooms On the first floor there are three specialist design studios, each equipped with networked PCs and digital projector, and one Infinity Cove room used for photographic work There are six specialist teachers in the department, assisted by one full-time technician The teaching of Design and Technology follows a professional and creative approach which closely reflects that of industry Design and Technology is an important and popular component of the School curriculum All boys study the Design and Technology up to Year with over 60 boys presently studying Resistant Materials at GCSE, and over 30 studying Product Design at A-Level and IB Each year a good proportion of these students go on to study either Product Design, Graphic Design, Architecture, Engineering, or other related subjects at university The Design and Technology Department is very broad in its curriculum and in its use of materials, machines, and equipment Coursework plays a large and demanding component of the subject Students produce a design portfolio and manufacture final product of their design Final products are made to a high quality and often involve traditional craft skills when working in woods, metals, and plastics, as well as more modern techniques such as CNC milling and 3D printing The department has a staff of six; two attached to the Prep School, and four to the Upper School, although there is co-operation in covering the two different Timetables’ teaching commitments The Technician’s line manager is the Upper School Head of Department The Role Required for April 2021, we are seeking a Technician to join our innovative department of Design and Technology This position would suit an organised and proactive individual with good mechanical knowledge and problem-solving skills An eye for detail, experience in maintaining equipment, managing resources, and establishing a clean and tidy workshop environment are all essential requirements Please note: Specialist training in machine maintenance will be provided During term time, normal* working hours are between 8:30am – 5:30pm Monday-Friday, 8.30am – 12.30pm on Saturdays (when the school is in session) and during School holidays 9:00am - 4:00pm (lunchtime is between 12:30pm – 1:30pm) A lunchtime is meal is provided each day * On occasions the Head of Department may require assistance outside normal working hours Benefits of Service Bedford School has high expectations of its employees and therefore looks to reward them with a competitive salary and beneficial conditions of service The school offers a pension scheme with generous contributions, a healthcare scheme, a competitive holiday allowance and free lunch during school term time The school also believes we have a responsibility to pro-actively support all staff in their development and to make this an outstanding place to work A range of opportunities for professional development exist and staff are encouraged to further their skills and consider career options at all levels The school is set in beautiful grounds within a 50-acre site on the edge of a busy town centre that is well connected to London, Milton Keynes, and Cambridge in particular Staff are welcome to make use of the extensive leisure and sporting facilities on the site (which includes gym, swimming pool, tennis courts, squash courts etc.) for themselves and their immediate family Weekly football, yoga and mindfulness sessions are complemented by additions such as staff sports fixtures, a staff book club and free or discounted tickets to music and theatre productions Bedford is a dynamic and incredibly rewarding place to work with a strong sense of community We very much hope that you will want to come and find out more about us General Information This will be a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week all year round The normal working pattern will include working during term time from 8.30am to 5.30pm (Monday to Friday) and 8.30am to 12.30pm on Saturdays when the school is in session (c24 Saturdays per year) During the school holidays the working hours will be 9.00am until 4.00pm, Monday to Friday Application Process Applicants are asked to complete the School Application Form; CVs in place of an Application Form cannot be accepted The Head of Design and Technology, Ian Armstrong, would be happy to talk to prospective applicants; he can be contacted by email initially on: iarmstrong@bedfordschool.org.uk Design and Technology Technician Job Description The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment Summary of the role Main duties and responsibilities Job Title: Design and Technology Technician Department: Design and Technology Location: De Parys Avenue, Bedford Job Purpose: To provide support to the Design and Technology department, ensuring that rooms are set up for lessons, equipment is maintained, and health and safety requirements are met (in conjunction with the Head of Department) Reporting Line: Head of Design and Technology Hours: An average of 37.5 hours per week all year round but the post-holder will be required to work as necessary to complete the job (subject to the Working Time Regulations 1998) Actual hours of work will be 8.30am – 5.00pm Monday to Friday and 8.30am – 12.30pm on Saturdays (some flexibility may be negotiable with regard to Saturdays) when the School is in session during term time and 9.00am – 4.00pm Monday to Friday during school holidays This job description does not form part of the contract of employment and may be varied in accordance with the demands of the appointment The main duties and responsibilities of the Design and Technology Technician are as follows (this list is not exhaustive): Financial • To manage the department’s operating budget and ensure accurate records of transactions are up-to-date and accessible • To liaise with suppliers and manufactures to source and place orders for materials and equipment • To record individual student purchases throughout the year and prepare student charge sheets (Blue Bills) • To conduct all financial matters associated with the role in accordance with the School’s policies and procedures Health & Safety • To ensure a safe working environment across all areas of the department • To create a culture of awareness and help ensure safe working procedures are followed by Staff and students • To maintain all workshop equipment and machinery in line with the specific guidance for each machine and ensure maintenance records are kept up-to-date and accessible (including annual PAT testing) • To ensure risk assessments (including COSHH) are up-to-date and accessible • To undertake health and safety training and duties appropriate to the role • To liaise with external contractors over the maintenance and servicing of specialist equipment, including gas services, dust extraction, etc • To ensure a safe workshop environment, including storerooms Stock control and resource management • To carry out a yearly stocktake of all materials and equipment and to ensure stock is ready for use at the start of each term and new academic year • To ensure resources, storerooms and workshops are well-organised, clean, and tidy • To help store away materials equipment after lessons or workshop clinics, ready for the next lesson • To prepare materials for project work Teacher/lesson support • To help prepare, set-up and check equipment prior to lessons • To provide technical expertise, guidance, and advice to contribute to the delivery of learning activities within the workshop environments • To actively engage with students to support the learning activities • To help, on occasions, supervise learning activities, and provide expert guidance in the workshop areas to enable students to learn • To model behaviours that underpin and actively promote a positive experience for students and Staff • To help produce learning materials as required Professional development • To undertake continuous professional development, through effective use of the School’s Professional Development Review Scheme Other • To be responsible for the department’s security during School holiday periods, by opening and locking up at the end of each day • To participate at relevant committees such as Health & Safety and contribute to department meetings • To undertake other delegated tasks and duties and contribute to the efficient, smooth-running of the department and assist with any other duties and responsibilities as reasonably required by the Head of Department • To perform such duties consistent with the role as may from time-totime be assigned anywhere within the School You may also be required to undertake such other comparable duties as the Trust requires from time to time Person Specification – Design and Technology Technician The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment Essential Desirable These are qualities without which the Applicant could not be appointed These are extra qualities which can be used to choose between applicants who meet all of the essential criteria Qualifications HSE qualifications (e.g Safety in Wood Machining, Electrical Portable Appliance (PAT) testing) Experience Experience in a similar type of role Experience in inventory and budget recording/management Skills and Knowledge Demonstrable interest in anything practical Willingness to learn about new skills, techniques and equipment and to adapt to new situations and demands as they arise Willingness to undertake training in new areas, particularly as changes in exam specifications dictate Effective communication skills, using a variety of media Strong time management and organisational skills Good interpersonal skills, with a positive, approachable outlook Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety issues Knowledge and awareness of Fire Safety and Fire Prevention Knowledge (through experience and training) of how to undertake COSHH and other specialist risk assessments Method of assessment Certificates Application and Interview Application and Interview Personal competencies and qualities Ability to meet deadlines effectively Able to play an active role as part of a busy team Ability to work alone and use own initiative to complete tasks set Able to remain calm if under pressure Application, Interview and References