Job description
Alde Valley Academy are seeking a committed, friendly and reliable DT & Science Technician. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious school community where your contribution will make a visible difference to students’ experiences every day.
As our DT & Science Technician, you will play an important role in supporting high-quality teaching and learning across both curriculum areas. Working closely with teaching staff, you will prepare materials, equipment and resources for practical lessons, maintain safe and organised learning environments, and contribute to engaging classroom experiences that inspire curiosity and creativity. Previous experience in a technician role is welcomed but not essential as training and support will be provided.
We take pride in nurturing, motivating and encouraging all our staff and pupils to be the best they can be. At Alde Valley Academy, every day offers the chance to Aspire and Achieve together. As part of our community, you’ll be embraced by colleagues who Lead with Kindness, champion your growth, and celebrate every milestone. Here, Stronger Together isn’t just a slogan, it’s how we work: mentoring one another, sharing expertise in collaborative planning, and offering tailored professional development that helps you thrive at every stage of your career.
We have high aspirations for our pupils and provide a range of opportunities to enrich their life experiences. We are proud that we provide a safe environment for our pupils and families.
Our ideal applicant will:
Have an interest in Science, Design and Technology, engineering or practical learning environments
Be organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities
Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
Demonstrate attention to detail and a strong commitment to health and safety
Be confident working independently and as part of a team
Be able to form positive relationships within the team and wider school community
We offer:
A welcoming and supportive staff team
A pleasant working environment
Access to our on-site fitness suite and free after-school Pilates and spin classes to support health and wellbeing
Kingfisher Schools Trust offers a wide range of benefits, including:
Excellent opportunities for development
Access to a huge variety of training courses through The National College
Pension scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contribution
Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
Shopping and leisure discounts
Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
Affordable electric car salary sacrifice scheme
Please submit your application as soon as possible, as the closing date for this vacancy may be altered if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Our school is part of Kingfisher Schools Trust. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be part of the pre-employment screening process for this role. An application form must be completed in full; CVs alone cannot be accepted.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Alde Valley Academy
Academy sponsor led · Secondary · Ages 11–16
- Pupils
- 674
- Avg teacher salary
- £48,740
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17.7:1
- Academy trust
- KINGFISHER SCHOOLS TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4BG
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- Contract
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- Working pattern
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- Posted
- 15 June 2026
- Closing date
- 8 July 2026
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