DT Technician

Atlantic Academy Portland
Full time | Permanent | Grade D Pint 5-6| Start: September 2026

Closing date: Thursday 16th April 2026 9am
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 20th April 2026

Work somewhere truly different

Imagine supporting teaching where the sea is visible from your classroom and creativity is part of the culture — not just the curriculum.

Atlantic Academy Portland is an all-through school set on the stunning Jurassic Coast. We are proud of the progress we have made, the strong relationships we’ve built with our community, and the calm, disruption-free learning environment we offer every day.

Are you practical, proactive, and passionate about supporting hands-on learning?

We are looking for an enthusiastic Technician to join our team and play a key role in bringing lessons to life. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic school environment where no two days are the same, and where your work directly supports student success.

The opportunity

As a Technician, you’ll be at the heart of the action — making sure lessons run smoothly, resources are ready, and students can fully engage in practical learning.

From preparing equipment to supporting in lessons, you’ll help create an environment where students can explore, experiment, and develop confidence in their skills.

What you’ll be doing

• Preparing materials and equipment so every lesson is ready to go
  
  

• Setting up engaging learning spaces and clearing them efficiently
  
  

• Maintaining equipment and ensuring everything is safe and ready to use
  
  

• Supporting teachers and students during practical activities
  
  

• Helping to create a safe, organised, and inspiring environment
  
  

• Providing administrative support where needed
  
  

• Supervising students during practical sessions when appropriate
  
  

What you’ll bring

We are looking for someone who is:

• Enjoys practical, hands-on work and problem-solving
  
  

• Is organised, adaptable, and takes pride in their work
  
  

• Has experience in a technical or practical setting (or is eager to learn)
  
  

• Is confident working both independently and as part of a team
  
  

• Understands (or is willing to learn) health and safety procedures
  
  

• Is excited by the opportunity to support young people in their learning
  
  

Why join Atlantic Academy?

We know recruitment is competitive — so we focus on making this a place where teachers genuinely want to stay and grow.

You will benefit from:

✔️ Disruption-free learning supported by visible SLT
✔️ High expectations and excellent student behaviour
✔️ A collaborative, fully qualified team
✔️ Fortnightly research-led CPD (including cognitive science and raising achievement)
✔️ Visualisers and iPads in every classroom
✔️ Free on-site fitness suite
✔️ Career development across the Aspirations Academies Trust
✔️ On-site parking and pension scheme

At Atlantic, staff wellbeing, professional growth and ambitious teaching go hand in hand.

About us

Atlantic Academy Portland is an all-through academy that has transformed opportunities for young people across the island over the past five years.

In our Ofsted inspection (January 2022), the school was graded Good in all areas, with inspectors commenting:

“Atlantic Academy sits proudly on the southernmost point of Portland… pupils show respect for each other. The school is a calm and orderly place, where pupils can learn without disruption.”

We are proud members of the Aspirations Academies Trust, working collaboratively across the South Coast and South West region.

Ready to join the journey?

If you want to teach in a school where creativity is valued, expectations are high and your impact will be visible every day, we would love to hear from you.

For further information, please contact:
Mr Steve Dalby, Head of Creative Technologies
sdalby@atlantic-aspirations.org
01305 820262

Safeguarding

Atlantic Academy values diversity and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

The Aspirations Academies Trust (AAT) requires all prospective employees appointed to work in its academies and/or whose role will involve the undertaking of regulated activity to submit an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate prior to taking up appointment.  Applicants are required, before appointment, to disclose any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not ‘protected’ as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 by SI 2013 1198).  Disclosure of a criminal background does not automatically debar individuals from employment - consideration will be given to relevant factors, including the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.

If you have not heard by Friday 24th April,  unfortunately you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.