School Technician

North East Ambition; Blaydon on Tyne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a full-time School Technician to support the Design Technology and Food Department. This role involves assisting in providing technical support for teaching staff and ensuring a safe learning environment for students. The position requires someone who can collaborate effectively with educators and help extend educational experiences. The salary ranges from £26,823 to £28,141 pro rata, alongside a First Aid allowance. Closing date for applications is midnight, 4th January 2026.

Benefits

First Aid allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in providing technical support within an educational setting.
• Ability to assist teaching staff and work with students.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing a safe and efficient technical service for pupils and teaching staff.
• Work closely with teaching staff to support, develop and further extend the work of the department.

Job description

Location

St Thomas More Catholic School, Croftdale Road, Blaydon-on-Tyne, NE21 4BQ

Salary & Allowances

Grade E, SCP 8 - 11 (£26,823 - £28,141 pro rata), plus £500 p.a. First Aid allowance

Hours and Contract

Full time (37 hours per week), Permanent, Term Time Only plus 5 INSET days

About the School

St Thomas More Catholic School is a co‑educational Catholic Academy which provides for the education needs of 11‑18 year old pupils from the west of Gateshead L.A. We are part of the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle and have a strong commitment to Catholic Education.

Our school aims to provide a stimulating and encouraging environment within which students can attain the highest standards of which they are capable, and to assist them in taking their place in the world outside school in a useful and fulfilling career, with a firm sense of Christian commitment. We are strongly committed to the education of the whole child and being ‘the principal means of helping parents to fulfil their role in education’ [Canon Law: 796].

We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in Durham, Gateshead, Northumberland and Sunderland. Bishop Wilkinson is the largest Catholic Education Trust in the North East of England, with a total of 48 schools. St Thomas More is a school that places significant value on collaboration and as such is dedicated to working with our partner schools to improve the quality of education for all students in our care.

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a School Technician to support the Design Technology & Food Department. The candidate will also act as the school’s first aider.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing a safe and efficient technical service for pupils and teaching staff
• Work closely with teaching staff to support, develop and further extend the work of the department and the experiences of the pupils

How to Apply

To complete an online application form please click the 'Apply Now' button.

Closing Date

Midnight on Sunday, 4th January 2026

Interview Date

TBC

Additional Information

The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online check will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates.