Design & Technology Technician

The British International School Abu Dhabi is seeking to appoint an outstanding Design & Technology Technician to support our schools Design and Technology team. Reporting to the Head of Computing, Design and Engineering, you will support students across our secondary school by providing the following -

Equipment Maintenance and Repair:

Ensuring that tools, machinery, and equipment used in D&T classrooms and workshops are properly maintained, serviced, and repaired as needed to ensure safety and functionality.

Resource Management:

Ordering, organizing, and managing supplies, materials, and resources required for D&T projects and activities, including keeping inventory records and sourcing new materials as necessary.

Health and Safety Compliance:

Ensuring that all D&T activities adhere to health and safety regulations and guidelines, including conducting risk assessments, maintaining safety equipment, and providing guidance to staff and students on safe working practices.

Technical Support:

Providing technical assistance and support to teachers and students during D&T lessons and projects, including demonstrating the proper use of equipment and troubleshooting technical issues.

Workshop Supervision:

Supervising students during practical D&T activities, ensuring they follow safety procedures and providing guidance on project work as needed.

Equipment Setup and Operation:

Setting up and preparing equipment and materials for D&T lessons and demonstrations, as well as assisting with the operation of machinery and tools during practical sessions.

Project Assistance:

Assisting teachers and students with D&T projects, including providing advice on design and construction techniques, helping to troubleshoot problems, and offering practical support as needed.

Maintenance of Workspaces:

Keeping D&T workshops, classrooms, and storage areas clean, organized, and safe, including tidying up after lessons and ensuring tools and equipment are stored properly.

Training and Development:

Staying up-to-date with developments in D&T equipment and techniques, as well as health and safety regulations, through training and professional development opportunities.

Collaboration:

Collaborating with teachers and departmental staff to support the delivery of the D&T curriculum and contribute to the overall success of the department.

Administrative Tasks:

Assisting with administrative duties related to the D&T department, such as maintaining records, preparing materials for lessons, and supporting departmental events and activities.

Communication:

Communicating effectively with teachers, students, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth coordination of D&T activities and to address any concerns or issues that arise.

The closing date for applications is 17th March 2024.

About Our School

The British International School Abu Dhabi is a highly successful, growing school with a committed and inspirational team of which operates with a highly motivated team of teaching and administrative professionals at its heart. Our close-knit, supportive team is honoured to be at the centre of our community, educating over 2,000 young people from more than 90 nationalities. The school was originally opened in 2009 and is now widely recognised as one of the leading schools in the Middle East. To learn more about our school, please visit

In addition to being highly successful in its own right, The British International School Abu Dhabi is a member of the Nord Anglia Education family of schools. Nord Anglia Education is the world\'s leading premium schools organisation. We are a fast-paced and growing family of 73 international schools in 29 countries, providing outstanding education to approximately 66,000 students from preschool through to the end of secondary education.

Each Nord Anglia Education school is unique in character and designed to meet the needs of its community. We believe that being part of our family of schools gives our students a special advantage, having a wide range of resources and support available to enhance their success. We also create unique opportunities to benefit our students and staff, such as the Global Campus, Nord Anglia University, and our collaborations with The Juilliard School, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and King\'s College London.

Selection Process

Applicants should submit a CV, letter of application and the details of two professional referees, one of which should be your current Line Manager.

Interviews will be conducted in school.

Start date will be April 2024

Safeguarding

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture.

All post holders having regular unsupervised contact with children are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both Country of residence/birth and any Country of residence within the last 10 year

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