Technology Technician

The Hyndburn Academy, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 4ED

25 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  10 August 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  12 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £24,982.00 - £27,920.00 Annually (FTE) Dual site - The Hyndburn Academy and Accrington Academy

Technology Technician job summary

Technology Technician

We are seeking to appoint an Technology Technician (3D Product Design & Art) to join our teams at The Hyndburn Academy and Accrington Academy - dual site.

We have a relentless focus on working to provide the best possible support to ensure that all our students reach their full potential. We have a strong focus on high standards and aspirations, built around the simple message that teaching is the most important thing we do.

You will be a key member of the technology team, providing practical support to the teaching and learning of DT & Art. Reporting to the Head of Art and Technology, you will prepare material and resources for lessons, assist in the classroom and develop, prepare and implement whole school display materials. Please refer to the attached Candidate Information Pack for the full the job description and person specification.

Core Purpose

• To provide practical support to the teaching and learning of Design Technology and Art
• Prepare materials and resources for lessons
• Assist in the classroom, supporting the teacher with their health and safety practices
• Develop, prepare and implement whole school display materials
• To ensure there is a safe and effective working environment in the department

We are looking for:

• Someone who is committed to an inclusive ethos with the belief that every student counts
• Someone who is flexible to respond to emerging initiatives which support students learning
• Someone who shares our moral purpose of ensuring that all of our young people receive the best education possible in a supportive environment from people who care about them.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About The Hyndburn Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 641 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: The Hyndburn Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-hyndburn-academy

The Hyndburn Academy opened in September 2017 and was rated Good by Ofsted in May 2022. We are proud to be part of United Learning and work closely with our sister schools Accrington Academy and Marsden Heights Community College.

The Hyndburn Academy has ambitious plans for its students and staff. Over the next few years, we are aiming to rapidly transform into the successful school our fantastic students deserve.

The Hyndburn Academy is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

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