Job Opportunity

Position / Job Specification:   Support Technician (Design Technology)

Responsibilities:

The Support Technician (Design Technology):

• is responsible to the Line Manager assigned by The Principal.  In normal circumstances, this will be the Head of Department in a subject area of specialist interest to the Intern;
• will work closely with the School’s Graphic Designer assisting with the promotion of creative learning environments and display;
• will work closely with other teachers within the assigned department.

Tasks:

The Support Technician (Design Technology) will:

• provide classroom support in subject areas of specialist interest;
• provide, under close and monitored supervision from Head of Department or other teachers within the department, one-to-one tuition of students in subject areas of specialist interest knowledge;
• play a lead role in developing the Learning Environment / Display in assigned subject areas;
• support teachers with planning and administrative tasks;
• where appropriate have the opportunity to team teach and lead classes;
• provide good practical and workshop skills e.g. carpentry, metal work, plastics;
• organise and maintain material stock and supplies;
• manage and maintain workshop resources, tools and equipment;
• work closely with students and to offer practical help and advice under guidance from HOD / specialist teachers;
• be fully involved with other aspects of school life;
• using various relevant materials construct, assist, decorate, display & exhibit boards, props, signs, fairground, booths, as designated by Graphic Designer;
• design, draw, paint, or sketch backgrounds and fixtures made of different materials for windows or interior displays designed by Graphic Designer;
• lead and supervise any temporary support/maintenance staff allocated to assist within the department;
• Source and purchase materials from suppliers as directed by HOD.

Professional Expectations:

The Support Technician (Design Technology):

• be a strong team player with a clear understanding of his / her professional responsibilities;
• will provide a varied and creative approach to EAL provision and actively support school initiative in this field;
• will have a strong commitment to teamwork and be highly pro-active in working with staff, students and parents;
• will demonstrate a keen eye for detail in assessing students;
• will have excellent organisational skills;
• will be aware of and adhere to standards of best practice in regard to  Health and Safety;
• will be positive, patient, flexible and punctual;
• have an energetic approach to work;
• enjoy working as part of a successful team;
• be able to work independently and to use ICT effectively.

Child Safeguarding:

Shrewsbury International School is committed to Safeguarding and Child Protection promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to

• attend in-house Child Safeguarding programmes;
• promote and safeguard the welfare of all students in the school;
• report to the Child Protection Officer any concerns they have for the welfare of a student. This may include unsafe practices witnessed within the school as outlined in the school’s Speak Out (Whistleblowing) Policy;
• keep professional relationships with students where personal boundaries are respected and maintained;
• seek advice from a Line Manager or Child Protection Officer with issues or concerns related to Child Safeguarding.

Requirements:

• Satisfactory Thai Police Criminal Record check
• Confirmation of identity (Driving License / National ID card).
• Satisfactory references
• Verification of qualifications and work experience

How to Apply:

Applications will be only be accepted on the official Shrewsbury International School Application Form, which is available on the school website “Recruitment” page.

Further Details:

Full details of the school are available on our website at www.shrewsbury.ac.th.

Any queries should be forwarded to [email protected].