Padgate Academy is a member of the Warrington-based multi-academy trust “The Challenge Academy Trust” and is on a journey to becoming a truly exceptional school for the community it serves. We look towards our PRIDE values (positivity, resilience, integrity, determination and endeavour), which we aspire to demonstrate on a daily basis.

The school is building strong momentum and has recently seen a sharp rise in standards. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Technician who specialises in Design Technology, including cooking and nutrition; based in the Creative Arts and Technology Department at Padgate Academy, working alongside a very supportive Director of Studies and Departmental staff. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional, and we are passionate about finding the right person to join our team.

The postholder will also be required to provide First Aid on a rota basis (full training will be provided).

Applications will be considered from candidates who wish to apply for this role on a job share basis. Padgate Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Applications will only be considered when submitted on a fully completed application form. All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of age, sex, race or disability.

Please apply on a Padgate Academy non-teaching post application form which can be found via the vacancies link on our website.

Key dates

Closing date: 15 December 2024

Interview date:  Wednesday 18 December 2024

Start date: January 2025

Key Info

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 33.75 hours per week, Term Time Only plus 2 INSET days (38.4 weeks per year) Monday – Friday 8.15am – 3.30pm

Salary: Grade 4 – SPC 6 to 7 - £25,183 to £25,584 per annum full time. Actual Term time only pay - £19,454 to £19,763