Art, Design & Technology Technician - Garratt Park School
About Us
32.5 Hours per Week
Term Time Only (39 Weeks)
Required from September 2026
Are you practical, organised and passionate about supporting creative learning opportunities for young people with special educational needs?
We are seeking a flexible and proactive ADT Technician to support teaching and learning across Art, Design Technology and related practical subjects at Key Stages 3–5. The role includes preparing materials and equipment, maintaining specialist resources and learning spaces, supporting students during practical activities and ensuring high standards of health and safety.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in a practical, creative or technical environment who enjoys working as part of a team and building positive relationships with young people. Experience of working with students with SEND would be advantageous, although training and support will be provided.
“Staff are proud to work at the school. They say that leaders consider their well-being and that they have the support and training they need to do their job.” (Ofsted 2024)
We provide all of our staff with a comprehensive training programme, including trauma-informed crisis prevention training (CPI). We understand the demands of working in a special school and provide all staff with 30 minutes Administration & Development time each day. Staff also benefit from a supportive team environment and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
Garratt Park School is a special school for children and young people aged 11-19 who have moderate learning difficulties, along with other special needs disabilities including Autism, SCLN, sensory impairments and a small number with more complex needs. We are situated in the inner London borough of Wandsworth and most of our students come from the local area, from diverse backgrounds with around one third entitled to free school meals. Earlsfield is well served by public transport with easy access to the city centre.
An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.
Please contact Janice Button at recruitment@garrattpark.wandsworth.sch.uk for further information.
Completed application should be returned to the school either by email: recruitment@garrattpark.wandsworth.sch.uk or post.
Closing date: Wednesday 3rd June 2026 (at noon)
Interviews: Week commencing 8th June 2026
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to a DBS check.
CVs are not accepted.
GARRATT PARK SCHOOL
Waldron Road, London, SW18 3TB
Tel: 020 8946 5769
Email: info@garrattpark.wandsworth.sch.uk
Headteacher: Sharon Gladstone
Current roll: 215
Richmond and Wandsworth Councils