Support Staff

Location: Swindon
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full Time, Term Time (plus inset days if applicable)
Duration: Temporary post for 5–6 weeks

We are seeking a practical, enthusiastic, and reliable Support Staff member to join our team on a temporary basis for 5–6 weeks. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and wants to play an important role in supporting young people as they develop practical engineering and design skills.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a workshop environment and, ideally, have experience with woodworking, basic manufacturing processes, or similar practical skills. Whether you have worked in education, industry, or a trade, we are looking for someone who is organised, safety-conscious, and enjoys supporting others.

• Prepare and maintain workshop equipment, tools, and materials.
• Support teachers and students during practical lessons.
• Ensure the workshop remains clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety requirements.
• Assist with woodworking, manufacturing, engineering, and practical project preparation.
• Carry out routine maintenance and stock control of workshop resources.
• Help create a safe, engaging, and professional learning environment.
• Support students in developing practical skills where appropriate.

• Is confident working in a workshop environment.
• Has experience with woodworking, carpentry, engineering, manufacturing, or similar practical trades (desirable).
• Has a good understanding of health and safety procedures when using tools and machinery.
• Is organised, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Has excellent communication skills and enjoys working with young people.
• Is flexible, reliable, and willing to support a busy technical department.
• Previous experience in a school or educational setting is welcomed but not essential.

• The opportunity to work in a unique STEM-focused educational environment.
• A supportive and friendly team.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Access to modern workshop facilities and equipment.
• The chance to make a real difference to students' education and future careers.

If you are passionate about practical work and enjoy helping others learn and succeed, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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