Senior Technician in Wisbech

Our students come from all walks of life, and we want our staffing body to be reflective of the communities we work within. Brooke Weston Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, culture, age, disability, marital status or socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage and welcome applications from minority groups and foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where people can be themselves.

Location: The Wisbech Academy

Salary: Grade 6, point 16 FTE £29,412.00 Actual salary £25,266.04

Hours per week / Weeks per year: 37 hours per week (8am-4pm), 39 weeks per year (term time + 5 training days)

About our school: Wisbech Academy opened in 2024 and is at an early—but immensely exciting—stage in its development. With only Years 7 and 8 currently on roll, we are building the foundations of a high‑performing, academically ambitious school that will grow year by year. This is a rare opportunity to join a new school and help shape its identity, culture, and approach to academic excellence from the very beginning. As we establish a rigorous and scholarly environment for pupils in Wisbech, you will be joining at exactly the right moment to make a meaningful and lasting impact.

The Role: We are seeking a proactive and skilled Senior Technician to join our team, providing high‑quality technical support across a range of departments, including Art, Design Technology, and Science. Working closely with teaching staff, you will play a key role in preparing, maintaining, and developing resources and equipment to support engaging, practical learning experiences. You will assist in lesson delivery through demonstrations and hands‑on support for students, while ensuring that all materials are safe, organised, and fit for purpose. The role also involves contributing to the planning of practical activities, maintaining specialist equipment, upholding health and safety standards, and supporting the smooth day‑to‑day running of teaching spaces.

About Brooke Weston Trust: Our Trust was formed more than 25 years ago with a simple and clear mission - to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students’ achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people. Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people. We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston staff get access to first class professional development through our Ambition Hub, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School.

The Benefits at Brooke Weston Trust:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays.
• An additional 3 days after 5 years’ service and the ability to purchase up to 10 days additional leave per year.
• One wellbeing day a year in addition to your annual leave.
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill‑health protection.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, covering high street supermarkets, days out and holidays, health and beauty, dining out plus lots more.
• A freshly prepared breakfast and hot or cold lunch each day when you work in one of our Trust schools.
• Payment of professional subscription / membership – If your role requires you to be a member of a professional body, BWT will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.
• Employee Assistance Programme – We have an employee support programme run by Your Care, an independent, external organisation. Your Care is available for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, both face to face and online.
• Additional health benefits including a Health Care cash plan and access to an online GP.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Ongoing opportunities for training and development and access to the BWT Centre for Professional Development.
• Collaborative and Ambitious colleagues with the support of a committed team who work to maintain high standards and expectations.

Be the difference – At Brooke Weston Trust we believe every child deserves the best possible start, giving them a “ticket for life”. If you want to use your skills with an organisation committed to making a difference and improving lives, this is the place for you.

Safer Recruitment: Care and respect for others are the values that lie at the heart of our Trust. The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts require proof of identity and as the role is working with children and young people this will also be subject to an enhanced disclosures barring service check. In line with safer recruitment requirements, individuals shortlisted for a role in school will have online checks conducted on their name across social media platforms and google.