Food and Textiles Technician

Woolmer Hill School; Heslington; On-site; GBP 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent education institution in the UK is seeking a highly organised technician to support the Design & Technology faculty. The role involves preparing materials for practical lessons, maintaining a safe working environment, and assisting with essential equipment maintenance. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational skills and a proactive attitude. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including term-time only working, free parking, and training support.

Benefits

Term-time working

Free parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar technician role is helpful but not essential.
• Knowledge of food, textiles or broader Design & Technology is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up materials, equipment for practical lessons.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Assist with basic maintenance of specialist equipment.

Skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Job description

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive technician to join our friendly, supportive team. This key role within our Design & Technology faculty helps ensure that practical lessons across food and textiles run smoothly, safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Proactively prepare and set up materials, equipment and resources for practical lessons throughout the day.
• Check the timetable regularly to ensure teaching rooms are ready ahead of each food, textiles and D&T session.
• Maintain a clean, safe and well‑organised working environment across all practical spaces.
• Assist with the safe running, checking and basic maintenance of specialist equipment.
• Apply Health & Safety procedures consistently across the department.
• Support teachers with practical preparation to help raise student engagement and attainment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar technician role is helpful but not essential.
• Knowledge of food, textiles or broader Design & Technology would be an advantage.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively are essential.
• A proactive, positive attitude and a willingness to work as part of a warm, welcoming team.

Salary & Contract

Grade 3 – full‑time equivalent of £24,483 – £24,717 p.a.
Actual Annual Salary: £19,685 term‑time only, 35 hours per week.

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Benefits

• Term‑time only working.
• Free parking – EV chargers available on site.
• Monday‑Friday (no weekends).
• Competitive local government pension scheme.
• Full training and support for the successful candidate.
• 24‑hour access to Employee Assistance Programme.
• Vivup employee benefits programme.
• An inclusive and collaborative leadership team.
• A rewarding career, changing the lives of the students in our School.

About Fulford School

You have the chance to work in one of the high‑performing schools in the region – we enjoy consistently high levels of parental satisfaction and positive student feedback/engagement, along with over 200 highly motivated colleagues and excellent leadership at all levels, providing a fertile environment for development.

The Fulford School motto of “Realising potential and creating the future” reflects our commitment to maximising the personal development and achievement of all in our community.

Ofsted: Following our recent inspection in October 2023 we are delighted that the school has been graded outstanding in all areas.