Motor Vehicle Engineering Technician
| Posting date: | 05 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 March 2026 |
| Location: | Ipswich, Suffolk, IP8 3SU |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 50f5701c-5f36-45cd-b125-e04393654205 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
• One Sixth Form, Ipswich
• 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year - Permanent
• Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Actual Salary: £21,387 - £22,069 per annum
We are seeking a dedicated Motor Vehicle Engineering Technician to support our dynamic team. Ideal candidates will bring hands-on experience within the motor or engineering sector, demonstrating a solid understanding of vehicle systems and workshop practices. Your technical knowledge will play a key role in supporting students and staff in a busy, well-equipped environment. The role also requires adaptability to meet curriculum needs, including assisting during practical sessions, preparing materials, and maintaining equipment to ensure the highest standards of learning and safety.
The successful candidate will be well-organised, reliable, and demonstrate a full appreciation of health and safety protocols. You will be required to undertake essential training including first aid, safeguarding, and fire safety. A proactive attitude and willingness to support a flexible and evolving curriculum are essential.
What the school offers its staff
We offer a wide range of staff benefits including:
• Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking
• Canteen
• Company events
• Access to various memberships and discount schemes
• Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
• Funded subject course development for your role
• Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
• Career progression opportunities
Commitment to safeguarding
SAT and WSC are committed to Safeguarding. We aim to create the safest environment within which every student has the opportunity to achieve and progress.
• One Sixth Form, Ipswich
• 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year - Permanent
• Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Actual Salary: £21,387 - £22,069 per annum
We are seeking a dedicated Motor Vehicle Engineering Technician to support our dynamic team. Ideal candidates will bring hands-on experience within the motor or engineering sector, demonstrating a solid understanding of vehicle systems and workshop practices. Your technical knowledge will play a key role in supporting students and staff in a busy, well-equipped environment. The role also requires adaptability to meet curriculum needs, including assisting during practical sessions, preparing materials, and maintaining equipment to ensure the highest standards of learning and safety.
The successful candidate will be well-organised, reliable, and demonstrate a full appreciation of health and safety protocols. You will be required to undertake essential training including first aid, safeguarding, and fire safety. A proactive attitude and willingness to support a flexible and evolving curriculum are essential.
What the school offers its staff
We offer a wide range of staff benefits including:
• Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking
• Canteen
• Company events
• Access to various memberships and discount schemes
• Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
• Funded subject course development for your role
• Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
• Career progression opportunities
Commitment to safeguarding
SAT and WSC are committed to Safeguarding. We aim to create the safest environment within which every student has the opportunity to achieve and progress.