D&T Technician

Heathsidewalton; Surrey; On-site; CAD 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Surrey seeks a D&T Technician to support teaching and learning in a hands-on workshop environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in technology or workshops, effective communication skills, and knowledge of health and safety regulations. The role involves preparing materials, maintaining machinery, and supporting students during practical lessons.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Free flu vaccination

Qualifications

• Experience in technology or workshop environment.
• Ability to operate and maintain tools and machinery.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tools, materials, and equipment for lessons.
• Maintain and repair workshop machinery.
• Ensure tools and machines meet health & safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Organizational Skills

IT Skills

Job description

Working Pattern (to be confirmed at interview):

Tuesday- Friday: 8am-3:10pm

Actual Salary £16,803- £18,001 per annum

Love hands-on work? Skilled in using tools, fixing things, or working with materials like wood, metal or electronics?

We’re looking for a practical, organised and enthusiastic D&T Technician to support a busy secondary school workshop. Ideal for makers, engineers, DIYers, model builders, or those from automotive, joinery, electronics or hobbyist backgrounds

You will support teaching and learning by:

• Preparing tools, materials and equipment for lessons

• Maintaining and repairing workshop machinery (e.g. pillar drills, bandsaws, laser cutters)

• Ensuring tools and machines meet health & safety standards (BS4163/CLEAPSS)

• Supporting teachers and students during practical activities

• Keeping the workshop clean, safe and well-stocked

The role includes working alongside teachers to support learning in practical lessons and demonstrations.

Candidates should:

• be able to communicate effectively with young people to support learning and development,

• be flexible, committed and possess sound administrative and IT skills.

• have experience of working in an appropriate technology or workshop environment and know how to operate and maintain machinery, tools and equipment.

• possess a working knowledge of health and safety requirements.

In return we offer:

• A supportive and values-led community where every staff member is integral to our collective success

• A vibrant and collaborative team

• A school where wellbeing is a core component of our everyday practice

• Excellent professional development opportunities

• Local Government Pension Scheme, including generous employer contributions.

• Discounts at retailers, a cycle to work scheme and a free flu vaccination

Applications will be considered as they are received, we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date

Safeguarding Statement:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, online checks and Enhanced DBS disclosure with Children’s Barred List check. Committed to equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.