Visual & Performing Arts Technician - Part-time

The Whitstable School, Whitstable

• Ref:KCC886-4091-391S
• Posted:19/05/2020
• Pay:Swale Academies Trust Support Staff Pay Scheme
• Start Date:September 2020
• App Close Date:08/06/2020 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

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£7,940 - £8,323 - SAT Band 4 

20 hours per week, term time only plus five staff development days. Monday to Friday 08:30 - 12:30

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Visual and Performing Arts Department. Working alongside subject teachers you will help ensure that a safe, effective and efficient technician service is delivered, including; the provision of technical advice and assistance in the classroom to support pupils and assisting teaching staff with learning activities.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a keen interest and passion for visual and performing arts
• Have good knowledge of art and design techniques, materials and practice
• Have an understanding of lighting and sound facilities
• Be able to relate well to children and adults
• Have the ability to multi-task and prioritise workload

The successful applicant will report to the Head of Creative Arts and will work alongside both the Visual Art department and Performing Art department.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our dedicated support staff team.  In return we offer a stimulating, supporting and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.  Additional benefits include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking on site

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying documents.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach.  Please note, we cannot accept CVs. 

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact HR@swale.at or 01795 426091 (option 3)

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details/application forms on file once the position is filled.

Interested applicants are welcome to contact Sonya Connell, Subject Leader of Visual Arts at the school for an informal discussion regarding the post sonya.connell@swale.at , 01227 931300.

Applications to be sent to: debbie.possee@swale.at

Closing Date: 8th June 2020

Interview Date: TBC

If I am successful in gaining an interview, how will this occur during the current COVID-19 pandemic?

Due to the current situation we plan to interview remotely using a video call. We would ensure that candidates who were successful in gaining an interview were supported with the technology so that this process is seamless. We will provide you with details of the process with your interview invite.

Our advice would be that those who were successful in gaining an interview should prepare as they would for a face to face and dress smart casual. We will allow plenty of time to ensure that you are able to answer our questions in full and you will not be judged if you are having problems with your technology.

We will leave plenty of opportunity for questions at the end of the interview, and we will spend lots of time talking and unpicking your answers. Please come prepared to share anything you’d like that we didn’t cover, or any questions you have about it. We really appreciate your adaptability in these unprecedented times.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Information about the school

Why work at The Whitstable school? We have a strong vibrant community of staff whereby teaching and learning can flourish in an environment where respect, discipline, and responsibility are steadfastly upheld so all students can learn and grow without unnecessary disruptions. You will be working in a climate whereby the leadership deeply values languages and will provide both the support, CPD opportunities and resources you require to develop in the role. We are also able to offer Flexible Working for candidates that would like to discuss this.

The Whitstable School is part of the Swale Academies Trust, a leading Multi-Academy Trust for school improvement, situated in the highly desirable location of Whitstable, Kent. Rated by Ofsted in February 2018 as a Good school, we are now embarking on the next stage of our journey to outstanding and are looking for exceptional and inspiring individuals to help us achieve this ambition.

Please visit www.thewhitstableschool.org.uk and our twitter page @TheWhitSchool for more about our school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Check and references will be taken up. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and seek to reflect the diverse community we serve. Applications are welcome from anyone who meets the stated requirements; please note that we cannot accept CVs.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mr Alex Holmes
• Address:The Whitstable School, Bellevue Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1PX
• Telephone: 01227 931300
• Email: tws_admin@swale.at

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Recruitment Pack