Classroom Technician (Food) at The Pingle Academy

The Pingle Academy; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Benenden Health

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye care vouchers

Pension schemes

Job summary

The Pingle Academy in Swadlincote is seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual to join the Art & Technology Department as a general support assistant. You will prepare materials to exact specification, assist teaching staff with demonstrations and practical lessons, and support students to achieve learning goals.

This permanent, full-time role is 32.5 hours per week across 39 weeks, with responsibilities including ordering materials and contributing to a calm, purposeful classroom

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and driven individual to join the Art & Technology Department.
• Ability to support teaching staff and students in practical lessons.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of materials to exact specification from stock as directed.
• Assisting teaching staff with demonstrations and practical lessons.
• Provide support to students to achieve learning goals.
• Ordering materials.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Team player

Supportive

Job description

Job Reference # EDV/2026/PA/70810

Location Coronation Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 0QA

Contract Type Permanent

Contract Term Full-Time

Salary £19,438.28 - £19,743.35 Annually (Actual)

Hours Per Week 32.5

Weeks Per Year 39

Closing Date 9:00am, Fri 16th Oct, 2026

Start Date As soon as possible

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s) w/c 19 October 2026

About This Role

Here at The Pingle Academy, we are on an exciting journey to raise standards and improve outcomes as we pursue excellence for every student.

At the heart of this ambition is our unwavering commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and exceptional pastoral care. We believe that every child should feel safe, valued and a true sense of belonging within our academy community. By knowing our students as individuals and understanding their unique needs and circumstances, we create an environment where young people can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

We are proud of our warm-strict culture, where relationships are built on trust, respect and high expectations. Our staff work tirelessly to nurture, challenge and support students to achieve their very best. Visitors consistently comment on the warm welcome they receive and the calm, purposeful atmosphere that exists throughout the academy.

As a truly inclusive school, we are committed to ensuring that every child and young person has the opportunity to fulfil their potential and achieve highly, regardless of background or starting point. We are proud to serve our community through our thriving Sixth Form and ERS provision, supporting students at every stage of their educational journey.

We believe in working hard, being kind and choosing wisely. Every day, we have the privilege of making a positive difference to the lives and futures of the young people we serve.

(Apprentice would be considered)

The Candidate

We have an excellent opportunity for an enthusiatic and driven individual to join the Art & Technology Department.

Duties

• Preparation of materials to exact specification from stock as directed and clearing away equipment
• Assisting teaching staff with demonstrations and practical lessons
• Provide support to students to achieve learning goals
• Ordering materials

Why Work for Affinity?

Why Work for Affinity?nity, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work, a workplace where everyone belongs, progresses, and thrives. We recognise that our colleagues are our greatest asset, and we are committed to ensuring they feel valued, supported, and empowered.

As a Trust, we are privileged to employ inspirational people who make a positive difference every day. In return, we continually strengthen our offer of a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious working environment, one that promotes mental and physical wellbeing, builds confidence, and fosters pride across our organisation.

Our People Strategy

Our People Strategy Is Built Around Three Core Pillars

• Belongs - Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Progresses - Staff Development and CPD
• Thrives - Wellbeing

What are the Benefits of Joining Affinity?

• Investment in your professional development and CPD through our Professional Growth Model
• Removal of performance-related pay
• A commitment to dignity and respect in the workplace
• Opportunities for collaborative working through leadership and staff networks
• A Trust-wide approach to reducing workload
• Wellbeing initiatives supported by our Wellbeing Champion Network
• One dedicated wellbeing day per academic year

In addition to these core benefits, we also provide an excellent wider package that includes:

• Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support services
• Access to Benenden Health's self-pay private heathcare service
• Discounted gym membership with Everyone Active
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Flu vaccination vouchers
• Generous pension schemes through Teachers Pensions and the Local Government Pension Scheme

Additional Information

Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence and, therefore, are unable to employ individuals residing outside of the UK or candidates living within the UK who require continued sponsorship to work in the UK.

We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce, and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone in Affinity Learning Partnership. Therefore, we encourage applications from underrepresented communities irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process should this be required.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.