Technology Technican

Are you practical, creative and enthusiastic about helping young people develop their skills?

We are seeking to appoint a reliable, organised and enthusiastic Design & Technology Technician to join our team at St Anne’s RC Voluntary Academy.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for practical learning and an interest in Design & Technology to play an important role in supporting the delivery of an engaging and successful curriculum.

Working closely with the Design & Technology teaching team, you will provide practical and technical support to ensure our workshops and classrooms are safe, well-organised and fully equipped for effective teaching and learning.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing materials, tools, equipment and resources for practical lessons.
• Supporting teachers with the preparation and organisation of practical activities.
• Maintaining, cleaning and organising workshop equipment, tools and machinery.
• Ensuring that workshops, classrooms and storage areas are kept tidy, safe and well maintained.
• Monitoring stock levels and ordering materials and consumables when required.
• Carrying out routine checks and basic maintenance of equipment.
• Supporting the implementation of health and safety procedures, including safe working practices within workshop environments.
• Assisting with the development and preparation of teaching resources and student projects.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has practical skills and an interest in Design & Technology.
• Is well organised, proactive and able to manage their own workload.
• Has good attention to detail and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
• Can work effectively as part of a team and build positive working relationships with staff and students.
• Understands the importance of health and safety in a practical working environment.
• Is flexible and able to respond positively to the changing demands of a busy school environment.
• Is enthusiastic about supporting young people in developing their practical skills and creativity.

Previous experience working in a school or a Design & Technology workshop would be advantageous, although training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

What St. Anne’s offers:

• A supportive and collaborative school that is ambitious in delivering excellent pupil outcomes
• A school where the staff embrace our vision and Catholic ethos which is based on respect and dignity
• A very supportive staff network that reflects our Catholic ethos, where Senior Leaders value and appreciate the great staff that work at St Anne’s
• A strong, united community where there is great emphasis on continuous professional development
• A school that has embedded strong systems and structures in all areas, which has led to the creation of an exceptionally calm purposeful learning environment that is ambitious and where all are safe, happy and can thrive (Catholic Inspection, July 2025)
• A school where there are opportunities to contribute to the school’s strategic vision and improvement plans, allowing teachers to have a direct impact on the school’s success
• A culture which pays real attention to staff wellbeing including a variety of staff benefits such as health and wellbeing services, including a cycle to work and employee discount scheme.

If you would like an informal discussion regarding this role to arrange a visit to meet, please email marian.flanagan@stannesrcvoluntaryacademy.com.

Our strong Catholic Ethos at St Anne’s means we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and satisfactory clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service and will be subject to further safer recruitment checks, such as references, with ID documents retained on file. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check, as part of our due diligence in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026.

Completed applications should be sent to Marian Flanagan by emailing marian.flanagan@stannes.academy.