Food and Textiles Technician

Employer: Severn Vale School

Location: School Lane, Quedgeley, Gloucester, Gloucestershire GL2 4PR

Salary: £21442 - £22474

Posted: 2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Sector: Engineering

Job Description

Severn Vale School is an Academy which provides an inclusive secondary education for students aged 11-16, that delivers strong student outcomes through high quality teaching and outstanding pastoral care. The school is proud of its inclusive credentials and, in an area that has retained selection, subscribe instinctively to the comprehensive ideal. We are a popular and over-subscribed single academy trust with 1350 students on roll. We require a Food and Textiles Technician, who will work within our Food and Art & Design Departments, providing practical and administrative support. The departments are friendly and cohesive, and you will work with our teachers and other support staff ‘going the extra mile’ to ensure that we provide the very best support for our staff and students. Ideally candidates will have experience in food preparation environments and working with sewing machines, however full training will be provided for the right candidate. We are looking for someone with high expectations, who has the ability to cope with periods of pressure and is able to prioritise their workload effectively. In return we offer a comprehensive well-being provision including: • Employee Assistance Programme • Local Government Pension Scheme • Mental Health First Aiders • In-house menopause support group • Long service awards • Gym membership • Funded flu vaccinations and sight tests • A varied programme of well-being activities and club The position is 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (term time plus inset plus one week during school holidays. Interviews will be held potentially on Friday 11 September.

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