Hours: 30 hours a week (term time only). Job share will be considered alongside variable working hours for the right candidate.

Actual salary: £17,732 – £18,752 (pro rata) Full-time equivalent: £24,735 – £26,158

Grade: SFET 13 to 15

Line manager: Head of Creative Industries Faculty

We are seeking a committed Design & Technology Technician to complement our newly formed and growing Vocational and Creative Industries Faculty from 5 January 2026 or as soon after this date as possible.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Main Purpose of Post:
To support the smooth running of Design & Technology within the Vocational and Creative Industries faculty: preparing teaching resources, maintaining equipment and the teaching environment to a high standard, and supporting the teachers in lessons, all of which enhances the learning experience for students.

Duties and Responsibilities will include:

Daily/Lesson Preparation

• Prepare resources as required by the subject teachers prior to lessons
• Ensure workshop equipment is kept in optimum condition and stored correctly
• Organise extra equipment for lessons
• Regularly maintain the equipment and tools in the workshop and classroom areas
• Assist Design & Technology staff in developing appropriate resources for teaching and learning.

Maintenance Duties

• Ensure that workshop machinery and equipment is regularly inspected and maintained

Learning and Teaching support

• Support demonstrations of techniques for pupils when required
• Work alongside teachers in supporting the creation of projects
• Work one-to-one with select students to aid their progress within Design & Technology
• Maintain the display boards within the faculty

Ordering

• Manage the ordering of consumables and materials in an organised and timely fashion to enhance the smooth running of the faculty
• Take delivery of stores and materials, making arrangements for their general storage and undertaking general porterage duties

Other Duties

• Keep all store/prep rooms/classrooms in a clean and tidy condition and free from hazards
• Prioritise workload as directed by the Line Manager
• Maintain good working communication with the Line Manager
• Attend all health and safety training courses as determined by the management of the school
• Work collaboratively with our Food Technician and be prepared to undertake activities to support them in the kitchen on occasion
• Maintain confidentiality at all times in respect of school related matters.
• Use social media to promote the faculty and subject - whilst observing GDPR and safeguarding
• Collate articles about work done in the Faculty and share these with the Admin Team for the school newsletter
• Provide basic IT support across the Vocational and Creative Industries Faculty to include resetting student passwords and basic maintenance checks of PCs and laptops daily. No IT experience is required as full training will be provided.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as directed by the Line Manager or teaching team

For full details and an application form, please visit our website: www.brightonhill.org. Alternatively, email Jo Levett, HR Officer jlevett@bhcs.sfet.org.uk

Please note CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: Monday 15th December

We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of students and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to DBS and other employment checks

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As a demonstrably successful Science Team, we are seeking an innovative, highly effective, and inspirational full or part-time Teacher of Science to join us on a one-year fixed-term maternity cover contract, commencing in April 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a thriving department committed to excellence in science education. A recruitment allowance may be considered for an appropriately experienced candidate who brings the right skills and attributes to the role.

Brighton Hill Community School has been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in our last inspection. We are an 11-16 Community School with over 1200 students. You will teach across Biology, Chemistry & Physics at both KS3 & 4, as well as a range of abilities to make a significant positive contribution to the vision of the school.

The successful candidate will be:

• An excellent classroom practitioner in the sciences
• Committed to achieving the very best outcomes for our students and our journey to being an outstanding school
• Able to create a stimulating learning environment to promote exceptional progress and high engagement
• Passionate about teaching and learning and your own professional development
• Able to make a significant contribution to the development of the Science Faculty and wider school life.

Why apply to work at Brighton Hill Community School?

• High quality support from the Senior Leadership Team and the Science faculty which has a track record of excellent GCSE results
• “Leaders and governors constantly focus on their vision of ‘making success inevitable’”. (Ofsted 2022)
• “Lessons are calm and focused. When asking pupils about this, one simply explained, ‘It’s how we do it here.’” (Ofsted 2022)
• The opportunity to innovate and develop your professional skills through a comprehensive and innovative professional development programme which seeks to develop all staff
• The chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to improving outcomes for our students, who “are eager to explain why they believe that Brighton Hill is such a special school.” (Ofsted 2022)
• A clear vision for Teaching and Learning which embraces current research and creative practice

If you are an enthusiastic teacher with the desire to make a real difference for our students, we would like to hear from you. We welcome applications from talented ECTs who will benefit from high-quality induction support. For full details and an application form, please visit our website: www.brightonhill.org Alternatively, email Jo Levett, HR Manager via jlevett@bhcs.sfet.org.uk

Please note CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: Friday 12th December 2025

We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of students and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to DBS and other employment checks

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Location:

• 2 days per week at The Blue Coat School, Basingstoke
• 2 days per week at Brighton Hill Community High School, Basingstoke
• 1 day per week at South Farnham Educational Trust Central Office (South Farnham School)

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Contract: Full-time, permanent

About the Role
South Farnham Educational Trust (SFET) is seeking an experienced and dynamic Secondary School HR Manager to lead and coordinate HR operations across two secondary schools within our Trust. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work in a multi-site capacity, ensuring consistent, compliant, and high-quality HR practices across both schools while supporting the Trust’s strategic HR initiatives.

As a key member of the HR leadership team, you will:

• Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to HR Officers at both schools.
• Act as the lead HR contact for secondary schools, ensuring alignment with Trust-wide policies.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance processes across both sites.
• Support the HR Director in delivering strategic HR projects and workforce planning.

 About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has proven HR experience, ideally within an education setting.
• Holds a relevant HR qualification (CIPD Level 5 or equivalent).
• Can confidently manage HR operations across multiple sites.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Is highly organised, resilient, and committed to safeguarding and compliance.

 Why Join Us?

SFET is a thriving Multi Academy Trust with a strong commitment to excellence and collaboration. You will be part of a forward-thinking team that values professional development and innovation in HR practice.

 Key Statistics:

• 11 schools (primary & secondary)
• 5021 pupils
• 669 employees
• 864 ECTs being trained/assessed
• 201 trainee teachers

 Interested?

For more information, please visit our website and view our careers brochure. Visits to the Trust and our schools are warmly welcomed, please contact HR Director, Amrit Growan, to arrange a visit.

South Farnham Educational Trust - Vacancies

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a strong response, so early applications are encouraged.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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Job Overview

• Title: Finance and Administration Manager
• Reports to: School Business Manager
• Purpose: Provide financial and administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team as part of the school’s office support team.

Salary:
£32,069 – £36,236 (FTE £34,615 - £39,112)
36 hours/week, 42 weeks/year (term time + 3 weeks)

Key Responsibilities

• Produce financial reports, cash flow forecasts, and returns.
• Manage academy accounting procedures and ensure compliance.
• Maintain finance filing systems for audit readiness.
• Line manage admin support staff (training, induction, performance reviews).
• Ensure procurement compliance and effective financial management.
• Identify income-generating activities and drive value-for-money initiatives.
• Manage financial software (e.g., PS Financials, ParentPay).
• Oversee ordering, invoice payments, and monthly reconciliation of payment cards.
• Maintain operational training records, MIDAS, First Aid etc.
• Provide support and guidance to school trip leads to ensure sound financial planning.
• Support School Business Manager and Headteacher with delegated duties.
• Contribute to the school’s educational vision.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Finance qualification (e.g., AAT).
• 5 GCSEs (including English & Maths, Grade C or above).
• Strong admin skills (Word, Excel).
• Experience in financial and administrative systems (preferably in schools).
• Ability to use IT systems and databases.
• Excellent communication, organisational skills, and attention to detail.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and resilience.
• Commitment to safeguarding and DBS clearance.

Desirable:

• A Levels/Degree.
• Experience in contract management and tenders.
• Line management experience.
• Familiarity with ParentPay and PS Financials.

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£14.44 per hour

(£12.46 per hour plus a supplement of 14% to recompense your entitlement to receive paid statutory annual leave)

We are seeking to appoint an individual with the qualities and skills necessary to undertake the role of Examinations Invigilator.

The postholder will be expected to be available for the exam periods as stated by the Examinations Officer at the beginning of each academic term.

• Be fully conversant with the published Examination instructions and regulations.
• Take papers and materials to the examination venue.
• Distribute student place names and numbers on desks as per the printed plan.
• Bring students into venue - orderly and silently where required.
• Ensure students are seated silently and in the correct seat before opening papers.
• Read instructions and appropriate notices and erratum/addendums where required.
• Record absentees with the support of the invigilation team.
• Distribute papers and materials to the student desks.
• Maintain security and confidentiality.
• Move around the students silently and observing them closely.
• Ensure no inappropriate items are brought into examinations venue.
• Report any suspected malpractice to the EO in accordance with JCQ examination regulations.
• Respond to student requests appropriately.
• Ensure invigilators do not help candidates in any way.
• Ensure students are not disturbed or disturbing.
• Collect papers in order and all other material at end of examinations.
• Dismiss students silently and in an orderly manner.
• Tidy the venue.
• Remove candidate cards from the table, return to box and return to EO.
• Place scripts in alphabetical order in the awarding bodies plastic envelope.
• Collect blue security wallets from additional rooms and place the scripts into the AB envelope in alphabetical order.
• Maintain the integrity of the examination at all times.

Additional

• To know the action to be taken in the event of an emergency such as fire alarm.
• To assist in the promotion of the good name of the school within the local community
• Ensuring there is a good supply of exam stationery and equipment for the season and order as required
• Undertake online Invigilator training at the start of each academic year.
• Must be available to work in the examination periods throughout the academic year to support all examinations and assessments. (September for internal year 7 assessments, January, March-April for internal PPEs and May – June for GCSEs plus support Results day in August)
• Any other duties requested by the Examinations Officer commensurate with the level of the post.

You will be responsible for the smooth, secure running of allocated exam sessions, working under the direction of the Examinations Officer. Duties will include timing of exams, distribution and collection of exam papers, assisting students with additional needs and ensuring Examination Board Regulations are adhered to at all times.

Good communication skills, an observant eye and attention to detail are essential. You will need to have a calm nature, and work effectively in a busy environment.

Full training will be provided.

For details and an application form, please visit our website:  www.brightonhill.org 

Alternatively, telephone Jo Levett, HR Officer on 01256 362523 or email jlevett@bhcs.sfet.org.uk

Please note CVs will not be accepted.

We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of students and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to DBS and other employment checks.

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