Casual Design & Technology Technician - Casual

Folkestonegirls; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution as a Design & Technology Technician, where you will play a vital role in supporting practical lessons and ensuring a safe learning environment. This casual position offers approximately 15 hours per week, with flexible working hours until July 2025, and may lead to a permanent role in the next academic year. If you are passionate about education and have a hands-on approach, we encourage you to apply early as positions may be filled quickly.

Qualifications

• Strong practical ability across various materials and tools is essential.
• Good working knowledge of D&T software and equipment required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and resources for lessons and student projects.
• Maintain and monitor tools, machinery, and equipment for safety.

Skills

Practical ability across materials and tools

Knowledge of D&T software and equipment

Health and Safety awareness

Literacy and numeracy skills

Education

Good general education

Tools

D&T software

Tools and machinery

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and skilled individual to join our Design and Technology department as a Design & Technology Technician on a casual basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of practical lessons and support the delivery of an engaging and safe learning environment. You will be essential in supporting in the production of materials and pack for the exam season.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing materials and resources for lessons and student projects
• Assisting in the development and construction of teaching aids and prototypes
• Maintaining and monitoring tools, machinery, and equipment, ensuring all health and safety standards are met
• Carrying out first-line maintenance and arranging annual safety inspections (e.g., PAT testing, LEV checks)
• Supporting the department with administrative tasks including ordering materials and managing inventory
• Occasionally assisting small groups of students with practical tasks under staff supervision

Person Specification:

• Good general education with sound literacy and numeracy skills
• Strong practical ability across a range of materials and tools
• Good working knowledge of D&T software and equipment
• Awareness of current Health and Safety legislation
• Certification for machinery use (or willingness to undertake training)
• First aid qualification (training provided if required)

This casual role is ideal for someone with flexibility who is able to commit to approximately 15 hours per week until July 2025. Working hours can be discussed and agreed upon with the department based on operational needs. This role could lead to a permanent role in the new academic year 2025/26 for the right candidate.

If you are enthusiastic about supporting education and have a hands-on, can-do attitude, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Applications will be considered as they are received and therefore this post may be fulfilled before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

At Future Schools Trust, we are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who are differently abled, neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, and from different religious or belief backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals bring and believe they make our organisation stronger. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are happy to support you.