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Ref 197123
Number of Posts 1
Grade Grade 6 .
Salary £27269 to £ 31067 Full-time, all year position
Term Full-time.
Perm / FTC Permanent.
Required (As soon as possible ) .
Closing Date 10/07/2025.
Location
The Hollins, Hollins Lane, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2QY (795 on roll)

Tel: 01254 233500
School website: thehollins.com/
Summary
Thank you for your interest in the position of Design Technology and Arts Technician at The Hollins.

We have combined two roles to create an exciting full-time opportunity—blending the responsibilities of a term-time Technology and Arts Technician with those of an Assistant Site Supervisor during school holidays.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about contributing to the life of the school and who shares our commitment to providing exceptional support for our pupils and staff. We aim to attract a dedicated individual who will become an integral part of our support staff team. This is a rare and rewarding opportunity to join our vibrant school community and make a real difference

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Closing date 12 Noon 10/07/2025
Essential Qualifications

  • GCSE Maths and English (grade 4 or above, or equivalent)


Desirable Qualifications

  • Professional qualifications relevant to this post.

  • First Aid Qualification.

  • Evidence of ongoing professional development.


Essential Experience

  • Significant experience of using a range of ICT packages (for example Microsoft Office and finance software).


Desirable Experience

  • Knowledge of relevant legislation (equal opportunities, health and safety, GDPR etc).

  • A working knowledge of facilities management.

  • Experience and exposure to education sector.

  • Experience of using laser cutter, 3D printer, vinyl printer, table saw, etc.


For an informal discussion please contact:
Should you wish to speak to the Headteacher on an informal basis, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01254 233500 or email recruitment@thehollins.com
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Applications and further details are available from/returnable to

Address: Application form attached or please email Mrs Young at recruitment@thehollins.com for a copy of the application form.. Please return your completed application form and cover letter to Mrs Young at recruitment@thehollins.com.
Positive about Disabled People 

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

Disability Confident employer Lancashire County Council

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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