When you join the team at Heriot’s, you become part of our community, where the contribution of every individual is important and valued.  The Heriot’s motto, to “distribute chearfullie”, is at the heart of school - distributing of kindness, of support and of generosity remains as live today as it was in 1628 when George Heriot founded the school.

Our most recent staff survey reported that 97% of employees at Heriot’s feel motivated and happy to work here and we aim to provide a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment for all of our people.  This aim is reflected in the package we offer which, for our teaching staff, in addition to salary (which includes a Heriot’s enhancement), teacher holidays and pension, includes:

• Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
• Family friendly policies (Including Personal Emergency Leave Days)
• Continued professional development opportunities
• Travel to work schemes
• School Fee Remission (non-contractual benefit)
• Employee Assistance programme, including 24/7 counselling helpline and high street, supermarket, and general retail discounts
• Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community

We aim to attract and retain a diverse group of talented people, who are committed to upholding the school’s ethos. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are looking for a suitably qualified individual to join our busy Design and Technology department as as Technician. 

You will work closely with the department to ensure that materials are available within the workshop and classrooms to ensure all tools are operational and well maintained. You will also be asked to contribute and assist with practical classes whilst preparing the materials in line with the curriculum. 

The role will require some flexibility throughout the school year and you may be required to work hours between 8am-4.30pm Monday to Friday, during term-time. 

Please see attached job description for full duties. 

You will hold the following skills and attributes.

Essential:

• A minimum of HND level qualification in a technical/practical subject (ideally subject specific) or recent applied practical experience in a similar role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Works well as part of a team but is also able to work unsupervised and using own initiative.
• Practise and model excellent Health & Safety standards.
• Good planning and organisation skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexibly to support others and respond to unplanned situations.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise, multi-task and work to strict timelines.
• Experience with woodwork machinery, e.g. wood lathe, mortice machine, pillar drill, belt sander, bobbin sander, router, band saw, and fret saw.
• Experience with metalwork machinery, e.g. metalwork lathe, spot welder, forge.

Desirable:

• Experience in using 3D printers and laser cutters.
• Practical qualification e.g. SSERCS Safe use of fixed woodwork machinery.

Additional Information
Heriot’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidates will be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.

Please note that parking is not available on our campus

George Heriot’s Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

George Heriot’s School is governed by George Heriot’s Trust, Scottish Charity number SC011463