At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teaching staff and maintain a safe, efficient technology workshop for students.
- Company: Join Northern Education Trust, a leading charitable education Trust in the North of England.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, professional development, free flu vaccinations, and onsite parking.
- Other info: Flexible working requests considered; excellent career progression opportunities available.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and ability to work well with children and adults.
The predicted salary is between 27450 - 33550 £ per year.
Post: Technology Technician Part time
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary Range: Grade 4, SCP 10-12, (FTE salary £28,608.00 - £29,542.00) pro rata salary £12,637.58 - £13,050.18. Salary amounts quoted are from the 1 September to 31 August and therefore if you commence employment part way through the academic year they are subject to an equated salary adjustment.
Working Type: Part Time 18.5 hours, 39 working weeks, 45.942 paid weeks
Base: Hetton Academy, North Road, Hetton le Hole, Houghton le Spring DH5 9JZ
Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Northern Education Trust (NET) is a charitable education Trust with a good track record for school improvement. The Trust sponsors 30 academies; 17 secondary and 13 primaries across the North of England in fourteen Local Authority regions.
The successful candidate will assist in providing a safe and efficient technical service for pupils and teaching staff, and work closely with teaching staff to support, develop and further extend the work of the department and the experiences of the pupils. You will support the teaching and learning in the Technology department on a day-to-day basis as directed by the Head of Department.
The role of the Technology Technician involves:
- Organising and maintaining the workshop
- Preparing equipment ready for practical demonstration lessons
- Ensuring that all equipment is cleaned down and stored away securely at the end of each lesson
We are seeking candidates with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with both children and adults.
Northern Education Trust offers:
- The opportunity to work and progress across the family of schools
- The chance to apply for leadership roles in the Deeps structure taking on a whole school leadership project
- The support and expertise of Director of Subjects
- A full and detailed programme of support and development for all
- A further comprehensive programme of professional development, including leadership, provided through the NET Staff College
Employee benefits include free flu vaccinations and free onsite parking.
In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.
The Trust is committed to considering flexible working requests and safer recruitment practice. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All posts are subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. We expect all adults to share our commitment to safeguarding and the health and wellbeing of our pupils.
For more information, please contact Emily McNair, Business Manager, at e.mcnair@northerneducationtrust.org
Closing date: Midday, Friday 16th October 2026
Technology Technician (Part time) employer: Northern Education Trust
Freebrough Academy, as part of Northern Education Trust, is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture. With a focus on employee growth and development, staff are encouraged to enhance their skills while contributing to a nurturing educational environment in the beautiful coastal town of Saltburn-by-the-Sea. The academy offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and the community.
