DESIGN TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN - PERSON SPECIFICATION Pangbourne College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Job Title: Design Technology Technician Department: Design Technology Qualifications Essential Desirable Method of assessment Competent practical background in Engineering, Design or Carpentry ⭐ Relevant Diploma/degree or equivalent Relevant teaching qualifications Application form Interview ⭐ ⭐ Skills and Special Aptitudes Essential Desirable Method of assessment Understanding of workshop machinery and tools Experience of working with young people in an educational environment Enthusiasm for design, creativity and hand on learning Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills Ability to create a stimulating learning environment and facilitate an enthusiasm for learning, so that all pupils achieve their potential Ability to use innovative teaching methods Flexibility in working hours ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Application form ⭐ Interview References Assessment exercise ⭐ Personal Qualities Essential Desirable Method of assessment Passion and enthusiasm for teaching DT Ability to relate to teenagers ⭐ ⭐ Interview Assessment exercise A desire and capacity to understand the strengths and weaknesses of individual pupils so that all can flourish Capability of maintaining high standards Ability to encourage in pupils the enjoyment of the subject, and a responsibility for their own learning A sense of humour and integrity Enthusiasm to collaborate with colleagues Ambition to progress professionally within the subject Other shared interests with pupils through house or co-curricular activities Self-awareness ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Special requirements Essential Desirable Method of assessment Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children Compliance with Pangbourne College’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy Current driving licence - Pangbourne College is located in a rural setting with limited transport links ⭐ ⭐ ⭐