Classroom Technician - Creative Industries; Mat Cover

Post:
Classroom Technician - Creative Industries Department

Location:

Millbay Academy, 22 Millbay Road, Plymouth PL1 3EG

FTE Salary Range: NJC Grade E Pt 15 - 20; £30,024 - £32,597

Actual Salary Range: £23,469 - £25,480 Pro Rata

Contract Type:
Maternity Cover until August 2027, term time only (39 weeks per year)

Contract

Hours:

32.5 per week, Monday to Friday

This is a fixed term post until August 2027 to cover maternity leave. The role supports the Creative Industries department by preparing materials, maintaining specialist equipment, ordering supplies and assisting teachers and students in creative and technical tasks.

• Prepare and set up creative learning resources for Art, Photography, Design & Technology, Drama, Food Technology and Music.
• Maintain specialist equipment and ensure health & safety procedures are followed.
• Order consumables and manage supplies for each subject.
• Assist teachers and students with technical and creative tasks during lessons.

• Proactive and organised, with at least one year experience in a creative or technical discipline such as Art, Design & Technology, Food Technology, Photography or Music.
• Strong practical knowledge of specialist equipment and health‑and‑safety procedures.
• Ability to support staff and students in creative learning environments.
• Passion for the Creative Industries and a desire to support their growth within education.

• Regular opportunities for professional development and training, including e‑learning and face‑to‑face sessions.
• Access to a wider community of staff across the Reach South Multi Academy Trust.
• Potential for flexible PPA time, email curfew and Wellbeing Wednesday initiative.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.

Closing date: 05/07/2026