School Technician

St Luke's Church of England School, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3RD

20 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  14 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  24 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Art and design, Design and technology, Food technology
• Working pattern: Part time: 15-20 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: 26824

What skills and experience we're looking for

Technician (Art, 3D Design & Catering)

(Grade D - Full time equivalent £26 824) This will be Pro-Rota based on hours.

Part Time 15-20 hours per week / 39 weeks

St Luke’s Church of England School

We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and proactive School Technician to join our vibrant Food Technology, Art and 3D Design team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support inspiring practical learning experiences and help students develop creativity, confidence and technical skills.

In this varied and rewarding role, you will support the smooth running of the department by preparing materials, equipment and resources for lessons, ensuring students have everything they need to thrive. From food preparation and art materials to supporting work in our 3D design workshop, no two days will be the same. Working closely with teaching staff, you will help create a safe, organised and stimulating learning environment, support practical lessons, maintain stock and equipment, prepare displays, and contribute to GCSE and vocational examinations.

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working in a creative, hands-on environment
• Is organised, practical and able to manage resources efficiently
• Has a strong commitment to health and safety
• Is keen to support young people in reaching their full potential
• Values teamwork and contributing to a positive department culture

We welcome conversations about flexible working arrangements. This is a term-time only role (39 weeks), 15–20 hours per week, with flexibility around how hours are worked, making it an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a rewarding role alongside other commitments.

St Luke’s is an ambitious and inclusive Church of England school, dedicated to ensuring all students live life to the full. Guided by our core values of respect, inclusion, hope, achievement and responsibility, we provide a supportive environment where both staff and students can thrive.

We can only accept completed application forms.

Closing date: Thursday 14th May 2026 11.59pm

Interview date: W/C 18th May 2026

The Ted Wragg Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and operate in accordance with the Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. All appointments will be subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check.

We are part of the Ted Wragg Trust, an ambitious and inclusive trust of schools

strengthening our communities through excellent education.

What the school offers its staff

This role would suit someone with an interest in food, art, design or workshop environments, who enjoys supporting learning both behind the scenes and in the classroom.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and operate in accordance with the Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before an appointment is confirmed. This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About St Luke's Church of England School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 853 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Luke's Church of England School website
• Email address: emma.thorpe@stlukescofe.school
• Phone number: 01392 204 600
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-luke-s-church-of-england-school-exeter

We are incredibly proud to be part of the rapidly growing Ted Wragg Trust and believe whole heartedly in their mission to grow great people. If you join St Luke’s you will be surrounded by people who have an unapologetic mission to be better every day. We offer all staff exceptional professional development through weekly coaching which has seen us be named as one of only 13 national coaching hubs. Our staff also benefit from disruption free classrooms created by a centralised behaviour system, wider Trust leadership development programmes as well as access to exceptional leadership coaching and opportunities such as SW100.

At St Luke’s, we are relentless in our mission to support the improvement of educational outcomes in the South West and are proud to be one of the most improved schools in the region following our 2022 outcomes. As a member of our team, we expect the same aspiration and are searching for people who reflect our core values by taking responsibility to achieve their best.

If you are someone who believes in the power of education to transform the lives of all young people, regardless of background, then St Luke’s is the place for you. We will provide you with the very best training, opportunities and environment that ensures you can be brilliant every day.

Arranging a visit to St Luke's Church of England School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email emma.thorpe@stlukescofe.school.

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