About Us About the School: Darwen Aldridge Community Academy (DACA) has a capacity of 1200 in the lower school and also has a developing sixth form provision. The sixth form has enjoyed strong progress in both academic and applied courses and has destinations data that shows NEETs significantly lower than the national picture. All Aldridge schools place enterprise and an entrepreneurial spirit at the heart of their ethos. In addition, DACA has a strong record of promoting cultural capital through its Technology and Creative Arts departments, where competition, visits and visitors are a regular part of student experience and support the development of cultural capital. DACA is very much a community school with a truly comprehensive intake. Sitting above the national average, 33% of its cohort are designated as being in the pupil premium category and DACA works hard to support all students to achieve strong engagement and strong outcomes. With a strong focus on our four key improvement levers around culture, coaching, curriculum and data-informed instruction, the DACA team are building towards a consistent provision that supports great progress for all students. Job Description About the Role: Are you the kind of person who asks “Why?”, “How?”, and “What if…?” a little more than everyone else? Do you love exploring ideas, experimenting, and discovering new ways to understand the world? If so, Join our team as a School Science Technician! In this role, you’ll be responsible for preparing and maintaining equipment for the Science lessons. You’ll assist with practical classroom activities and demonstrations, ensure all tools and materials are used and stored safely, and troubleshoot technical issues as they arise. Your work will help create a safe, efficient, and inspiring environment where students and staff can thrive. What We Are Looking For: A hands-on, organised team player Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude Good knowledge of Design & Technology A commitment to helping staff and students succeed Previous technician or technical experience is a plus, but not essential Further details about the role including the full job description and person specification can be found in the document link at the bottom of the page. Completing The Application: Candidates will need to create an account and are asked to complete all the standard information required on the application form. Please also address the mission alignment and capacity to meet the requirements of the Essential and Desirable criteria of the Person Specification and Job Description. CVs are not accepted as part of the application process. We may interview candidates ahead of the closing date so early application is advised. The Academy reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advertised closing date. The advert may be closed at any time. Important Application Notice: To apply for our roles, you must use a laptop, tablet, or computer. Mobile phones are not supported for submitting applications. Please register using your personal email address. Work email addresses will not be accepted. Disclaimer: Any unsolicited CV`s sent to any member of our HR team on a speculative basis will not be recognised nor will we accept liability for any fee or commission should we subsequently employ a candidate who applied to us directly or was introduced by an instructed agency that may also have been submitted speculatively by an uninstructed agency. *Please note we only accept applications submitted via EveryHR Candidate Portal* About Aldridge Education: Darwen Aldridge Community Academy is a member of the Aldridge Education family of schools, which locally also includes Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio, Darwen Vale and Sudell Primary School. Aldridge Education is a charitable Trust of entrepreneurial community schools and colleges that help young people to reach their potential. We support our schools’ Principals and teachers in rapidly improving the quality of education on offer at early years, primary, secondary and sixth-form levels in order to transform the life-chances of our students. Operating Norms: We believe that the way we operate at all times and with all partners is of paramount importance. Our Agreed Operating Norms Are As Follows: We are Aldridge Education The standard is excellence We champion equality We’re in the work together We behave with integrity We lead by example We use time well References: In line with our safer recruitment policy and KCSIE 2025 we cannot accept personal email addresses for referees in all cases two professional references are required. We cannot accept two references from the same employer. Please provide your current or most recent employer. Candidates are advised that references will be taken up immediately after shortlisting. Candidates are asked to ensure that their referees are aware of the need to respond within the timescale set. In all cases two professional references are required. Safeguarding Statement: Aldridge Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of Aldridge Education’s Child Protection policy is available on our website at www.aldridgeeducation.org Following successful application, Aldridge Education will conduct the necessary prohibition checks for all teaching staff, as well as for all candidates undertaking regulated activity. If you are shortlisted for the position you are applying for, you will be required to complete a Declaration giving details of any relevant criminal offences and other relevant information relating to our safeguarding duty. Further information will be provided on that form. Given the nature of the Trust’s activities and the regulatory framework it is subject to, any offer of employment will be made conditional upon a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and barred list check conducted by the Trust (where applicable to the role in question). It is an express condition if you are appointed to the role that you join the DBS update service. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This means that while some spent convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed, others may still need to be declared. If a conviction or caution is protected, you do not need to share it, and if you do, it will not be considered. For more details, please see the Ministry of Justice guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Benefits Key Benefits of working for Aldridge Education Join the Aldridge Education Family! Looking for a fulfilling career with great perks? Here's why working for Aldridge Education is the right choice for you: Aldridge Benefits Scheme – Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you! Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay fit with our bike-friendly benefits. Employee Assistance Programme – Your well-being matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it. Flexible Working Opportunities – Balance work and life with flexibility that suits you. Free On-Site Parking – No more hunting for parking, we’ve got your spot covered. Generous Annual Leave – Start with a great holiday allowance, and it gets even better after 5 years! Pension Schemes – Secure your future with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme. Refer a Friend Scheme – Know someone who would love it here? Earn rewards by bringing them on board! Desired Criteria Requirements Desirable Experience Experience and knowledge of working within Health & Safety guidelines ü Experience of working in a school environment ü Experience and knowledge of working within CLEAPS guidelines ü Experience and knowledge of working within COSHH guidelines ü Experience and knowledge of working within Health & Safety guidelines ü Experience of assessing risk and writing risk assessments for activities undertaken as part of the role ü Essential Criteria Essential Requirements Qualifications GCSE’s in English and Mathematics at Grade C/5 or above ü Level 3 or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area ü Basic First Aid or willingness to undertake it ü Health & Safety qualification/certificate ü Experience Experience of working in a school environment ü Experience and knowledge of working within CLEAPS guidelines ü Experience and knowledge of working within COSHH guidelines ü Experience of working with and maintaining fume cupboards, cookers, fridges machinery such as drills, saws and lathes and hand tools ü Experience of assessing risk and writing risk assessments for activities undertaken as part of the role ü Other Skills And Personal Qualities Ability to communicate verbally with, and write reports for, a range of stakeholders, including Governors and external agencies ü ‘Warm firm’, equitable approach that hears the views of all and maintains the standard of excellence. ü Absolute commitment to Trust operating norms and the Trust mission ü Able to build strong professional relationships with colleagues at all levels; building credibility and earning thoughtful followship. ü A disposition for learning, willing to listen and self-aware; not taking self too seriously and considering the differing views of others. ü Excellent communication skills: accurate, concise, warm, coherent and clear (both written and oral) ü Strong organisational skills and time management, able to adjust and flex and mindful of highest priorities at any point in time. ü Documents Records per page: 5 10 20 30 40 50 100 200 Export Excel Word Document Name Please wait while the data is loading Document Name Please wait while the data is loading Future Job Opportunities Apply Now