Senior Technician
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £18,045 to £18,624 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Grade E, SCP 6-8, £25,989 - £26,824 FTE |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 February 2026 |
| Location: | Liberty Academy, Bilton Grove, Hull |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Heartwood Learning Trust. |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | https://mynewterm.com/jobs/135598/EDV-2026-LA-66620 |
Summary
We are looking to appoint a Senior Technician for 30 hours per week, on a term time only basis to join our team at Liberty Academy.
Liberty Academy is a welcoming, inclusive school at the heart of the Hull community, where every child is known, valued, and supported to achieve their potential. We place a strong emphasis on safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive relationships, ensuring pupils feel safe, supported, and motivated to attend school every day.
This Senior Technician role will be primarily focused within the Hospitality & Catering/Food area, supporting practical teaching and learning through the preparation, maintenance, and safe operation of specialist equipment and facilities. The postholder will work closely with teaching staff to ensure high-quality, industry-relevant practical provision for learners.
This role will work, under the direction of the designated person to coordinate the use of practical resources and facilities and provide assistance and advice in the practical needs of the curriculum. The post holder will be expected to give technical advice, and health & safety advice to teachers, other technicians and pupils/students. They will also assist and support the Director of Learning for Technology in organising when appropriate and carry out risk assessments for technician and classroom activities whilst taking a lead in the specialist subject area relevant to the role.
Liberty Academy offers a positive working environment, strong leadership support, and the opportunity to have a meaningful impact on young people’s futures within a school that genuinely cares about its community.
What we can offer:
Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team
Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development
Local Government Pension scheme
Occupational Health
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
Free on site Parking
Job Details
Hours of Work: 30 Hours per Week, Term Time Only
Position Type: Permanent Post
Line Manager: Director of Learning - Technology
Travel Required: No
The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the job description for more information.
Application Process
Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Interviews will take place on 12 February 2026.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.
Liberty Academy is a welcoming, inclusive school at the heart of the Hull community, where every child is known, valued, and supported to achieve their potential. We place a strong emphasis on safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive relationships, ensuring pupils feel safe, supported, and motivated to attend school every day.
This Senior Technician role will be primarily focused within the Hospitality & Catering/Food area, supporting practical teaching and learning through the preparation, maintenance, and safe operation of specialist equipment and facilities. The postholder will work closely with teaching staff to ensure high-quality, industry-relevant practical provision for learners.
This role will work, under the direction of the designated person to coordinate the use of practical resources and facilities and provide assistance and advice in the practical needs of the curriculum. The post holder will be expected to give technical advice, and health & safety advice to teachers, other technicians and pupils/students. They will also assist and support the Director of Learning for Technology in organising when appropriate and carry out risk assessments for technician and classroom activities whilst taking a lead in the specialist subject area relevant to the role.
Liberty Academy offers a positive working environment, strong leadership support, and the opportunity to have a meaningful impact on young people’s futures within a school that genuinely cares about its community.
What we can offer:
Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team
Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development
Local Government Pension scheme
Occupational Health
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
Free on site Parking
Job Details
Hours of Work: 30 Hours per Week, Term Time Only
Position Type: Permanent Post
Line Manager: Director of Learning - Technology
Travel Required: No
The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the job description for more information.
Application Process
Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Interviews will take place on 12 February 2026.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.