Technical Assistant

Job Description

A Technical Assistant is required to provide a technical support service to the school, as part of the school support team, using the available resources in the most efficient and productive manner, whilst ensuring safe working practices are followed at all times.

Successful candidate should be competent and have a wide range in knowledge of hand and power tools. Responsibilities will also include management of consumables and accessories including blades, drill bits, finishing materials etc. Main duties are based in the Technical Department workshop. IT experience will also be required in order to perform administrative duties and maintain inventory

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.  Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference which must be your current or most recent employer.

Informal enquiries to Louise Masson - 01467 534382

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