Job profile

Start date: As Soon As Possible 

Term Time only, 25 hours per week. (15 hours in Food and Nutrition and 10 hours in Art and Textiles)  

Salary: £24,102.00 full time equivalent. Actual Salary £12,558.34 

About Bedford Girls’ School 

At Bedford Girls’ School, we believe in empowering our students to become confident, compassionate, and accomplished individuals who aspire to change the world around them.  We achieve outstanding academic excellence and are dedicated to offering a truly holistic education.  

About the Role 

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to work under the staff and heads of department to provide effective technician support for the Food & Nutrition department, as well as the Art & Textiles department. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Assist staff and students with students work including photocopying work, arranging displays, photographing students work for the school magazine, website and display board and preparing work for moderation. Also packing away food products requiring cooling before storage, supervising the collection of practical work and the disposal of waste. Supporting cleaning  equipment as necessary 

• Assist with the smooth running of the department, including ensuring rooms are checked as requested by staff, collecting printing inks from ICT, disposing of unwanted items and rubbish, labelling resources, unpacking deliveries, and maintaining order in the store cupboards. 

• Assist with the organisation of trips, including contacting galleries, museums and coach companies, the collection of equipment, arranging lunches and where required accompanying staff and pupils on the trips. 

Why Join Us? 
You will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, dedicated to ensuring every student thrives. Your role will be central to our school's holistic approach to education, promoting both academic success and personal wellbeing. We offer a wide range of benefits including, excellent pension scheme, life insurance, hospital surgical treatment insurance, and a cash plan scheme that includes a variety of wellbeing benefits.   

What We’re Looking For 

• A qualified and experienced individual with a passion for working Food, Art and textiles. 

• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to providing personalised support to each department. 

• Ability to work closely with other staff, parents, and external services to support pupils’ wellbeing. 

• A proactive and flexible approach to your role, ready to assist in all aspects of Food & Nutrition as well as Art & Textiles. 

Apply Today 
Join us in making a difference. Apply now to become a key part of our dedicated team and help shape the future of our students' education. 

Closing date: 20th December 2024 

Interview Date: Week Commencing 13th January 2025 

Please bear in mind that our School will be closed throughout the Christmas period, therefore shortlisting will commence once term starts on 6th January 2025.   

Applicants are encouraged to apply early as immediate interviews are available for exceptional candidates.  We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications.  

Any internal candidates must apply through Employee Self Service.  

At Bedford Girls’ School, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment.  We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.  We believe that a diverse team enriches our school community and helps us better meet the needs of our students.  

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).  The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants.  

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.