At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and inspire students in Design Technology with hands-on workshop skills.
- Company: Join Mercia Academy, a vibrant secondary school in a supportive community.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, and unique perks like paid leave and gym discounts.
- Other info: Be part of an exciting transformation with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your career in education.
- Qualifications: Experience in workshop skills and a passion for motivating young people.
The predicted salary is between 13.9 - 13.9 £ per hour.
Employer: Mercia Academy
Location: Swadlincote, Derbyshire
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Part Time, Term Time
Salary: Grade 7 £13.90 per hour.
This is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to start or develop their career in a vibrant and innovative secondary school. Mercia Academy is an 11-16 school in a small town close to the Peak District and near to the cities of Derby and Nottingham. We are looking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic Design Technology Technician to join our team.
You will be passionate about encouraging, motivating and inspiring young people through the support you provide, have experience of workshop skills necessary for Construction and Product Design, and be familiar with standard workshop techniques and equipment.
Our students are articulate, confident and resilient and we need colleagues who can build on that and further inspire them to achieve strong results.
We are delighted to be part of the school rebuilding programme; we are currently in purpose-built temporary accommodation on site whilst the permanent new build is being completed. We have also recently joined the Lionheart Trust, giving wider opportunities for support and sharing good practice. We have a track record of recognising potential and developing staff within school with internal promotion and other opportunities.
This is an exciting and transformative time for us, and we are excited about what the future holds.
We recognise that a journey to academic success requires a breadth of specialist support, and our school ethos and core values mean that students benefit from a team approach where quality teaching is supported by our clearly defined behaviour policy and enhanced by strong, intuitive pastoral support.
As a member of staff you will be able to access a number of staff benefits including membership of Benenden Health, Golden Time (a paid day’s leave a year), free eye tests and subsidised gym membership to name a few.
The Lionheart Educational Trust is a renowned family of seventeen schools based in and around Leicestershire. We strive to provide the highest quality education in each of our unique schools, raising the attainment of our talented students and reflecting the local communities of which they are a part. We are well supported by our Trust and our local Governing Body; ensuring we create to develop and improve.
We welcome applications from individuals with drive and determination who are able to support and inspire students of all abilities and from all backgrounds.
Closing date: 1st July 2026, 10:00am
Interviews: Will be held on 8th/9th July 2026
The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification, job description and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Safeguarding Statement: The school is committed to safeguarding children and this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Design Technology Technician in Swadlincote employer: Beauchamp College
Mercia Academy is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant and innovative work environment in Swadlincote, Derbyshire. With a strong commitment to employee development and internal promotion, staff benefit from a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion, alongside attractive perks such as health membership, paid leave, and professional growth opportunities. Join us during this transformative period as we enhance our facilities and educational offerings, making a meaningful impact on the lives of our students.
