Practical Subjects Technician at Wootton Academy Trust

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/WAT/39162

Location

Wootton Upper School Hall End Road, Wootton, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9HT

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time/Full-Time

Salary

£21,304.00 - £22,329.00 Annually (FTE)
Scale 2B - 2D, points 3-6 - FTE £24,796 - £25,989 per annum, pro rata

Hours Per Week

Weeks Per Year

Term time including 5 training days

Closing Date

Midnight, Sun 10th May, 2026

Start Date

as soon as possible

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

About this Role

We are looking for a keen and dynamic colleague to work in our practical subjects. We have a team of technicians who support in different subject areas. Given we are a growing school we are building our technician team to work together to provide really robust support in one or more areas. Technician support is provided in Science, Food, DT, Textiles and Art. We are particularly looking for a colleague to join us and be able to work as a science technician, or food and textiles technician or across subjects.

You should be clear in your area of strength in your application.

You may have a skill in one area but extra training can be provided to support us work flexibly through the year. This is helpful as most of our subjects completes practical work at different points of the curriculum, and elements of our Key Stage 3 are delivered on a carousel.

Closing Date: Sunday 10th May 2026. Please apply at the earliest opportunity. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive applications from outstanding candidates.

Applicants must complete the Trust’s application form via My New Term- we cannot accept CVs. When applying, please complete all sections of the application form and ensure that you do not leave any gaps in your qualification/work history and that you give details of any periods not accounted for by full time employment, education or training. Forms with missing sections and/or gaps may not be considered.

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Wootton Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding 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.

Wootton Academy Trust is committed to diversity in our workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community. The role is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Wootton Academy Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.

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