Technician (Food Technology/ Textiles)

LeighAcademiesTrust; Tonbridge and Malling; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Virtual GP Service

MAT network benefits

LAT staff benefits

Job summary

Leigh Academy Hugh Christie, part of Leigh Academies Trust, invites applications for a Food and Textiles Technician to support our Food Technology and Textiles departments. You will prepare materials and equipment for practical lessons, keep the workspace safe and tidy, and assist students and staff with technical needs.

We offer progression opportunities, a Local Government Pension Scheme, and additional LAT benefits.

Qualifications

• Prepared materials and equipment for practical lessons
• Maintained safe and tidy working environment
• Provided technical assistance to students and staff

Responsibilities

• Preparing materials and equipment for practical lessons
• Maintaining a safe and tidy working environment
• Providing technical assistance to students and staff

Job description

Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

Leigh Academy Hugh Christie is looking for a Food and Textiles Technician to join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and enthusiastic individual to support our thriving Food Technology and Textiles departments.

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for preparing materials and equipment for practical lessons, maintaining a safe and tidy working environment, and providing technical assistance to students and staff. You will play a vital role in ensuring our students have the resources they need to excel in their creative and practical studies.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive environment: Collaborate with an experienced team that values innovation and creativity in teaching.
• Opportunities to grow: We value talent and ambition and are committed to supporting the professional growth of all team members, helping individuals take the next steps in their career.

Working with us at Leigh Academy Hugh Christie

Leigh Academy Hugh Christie is a thriving secondary academy within Leigh Academies Trust, committed to delivering academic excellence, strong pastoral support, and meaningful community engagement. We offer a broad and inclusive curriculum that meets the diverse needs of our students - combining traditional subjects with vocational pathways and a wide range of enrichment opportunities.

Beyond the classroom, we place a strong focus on personal development, wellbeing, and character education, helping our students grow into confident, resilient, and well-rounded individuals.

With a proud history and an exciting future as part of Leigh Academies Trust, Leigh Academy Hugh Christie is a supportive and inspiring place for both students and staff to thrive.

Click here to visit our website and learn more.

Applying for this Opportunity

Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you'd like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don't hesitate to contact Amy Wenban (Recruitment Advisor): [e-mail] / 01634 412 205.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role involves regulated activity relevant to children, and it is a criminal offence for anyone barred from engaging in regulated activity with children to apply for this position.
We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates, and you can read more about our approach on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role, regardless of any protected characteristics, which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices, and not discriminating on any grounds.