Casual DT Technician

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

A mixed comprehensive academy is seeking a Design and Technology Technician to provide practical and organizational support. You will ensure safe operation of equipment and assist students with their projects. This position requires commitment to health and safety protocols and effective collaboration with staff. The role offers an opportunity to positively impact student learning in a vibrant educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing organizational support for curriculum.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and maintain health & safety standards.
• Skill in preparing materials and supporting hands-on student activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical support across the Design and Technology curriculum.
• Ensure safe operation and maintenance of workshop equipment.
• Support students with hands-on activities and project work.

Skills

Practical support in Design and Technology

Health and Safety compliance

Workshop machinery operation

Education

Relevant academic qualifications

Tools

Design and Technology workshop equipment

Job description

Overview

Title: Design and Technology Technician

Reports to: Head of Department

Grade: Grade 3 (SCP4-6) Actual salary £10,212 - £10,538)

Working hours: 18 hours per week, term time only

Closing date: 12th October 2025

Interviews: w/c 13th October 2025

An exciting Job Opportunity has arisen at Q3 Academy Great Barr. Q3 Academy Great Barr is seeking a motivated and dedicated individual to join our team. This is the perfect time to become part of our team under the leadership of our new Headteacher. As a mixed comprehensive academy with a dynamic Sixth Form, Q3 Academy Great Barr serves a vibrant and culturally diverse community of nearly 1,200 wonderful students. Our gorgeous new buildings are surrounded by open, picturesque fields and woodlands, and the Academy offers a stimulating setting for teaching and learning. Our facilities are designed

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• To provide practical and organisational support across the Design and Technology curriculum area.
• This role contributes to the efficient operation of the Academy and the effective delivery of our curriculum.
• Safe usage, inspection, operation, cleaning and minor repairs maintenance of Design and Technology workshop equipment, associate tooling and hand tools. Replace serviceable items, construct and develop benching aids, jobs and fixtures and undertake planned maintenance programmes.
• Prepare a range of materials and set up machinery and equipment including special operations, for GCSE and A Level lessons, practical work, experiments, demonstrations, and project coursework as part of GCSE and A-Levels.
• Set out and clear away materials and equipment, prepare audio/visual aids as required by Academy teaching staff, and assist in the production of resource materials and teaching aides, such as worksheets, plans and drawings for classroom project work.
• Provide practical support and guidance to Academy staff in the use of materials, workshop techniques, practices and processes and recommend solutions to technical problems encountered.
• Demonstrate and provide hands on practical student instruction in correct usage and application of workshop machinery and tools, and work with students on project work in a supporting role.
• Ensure the security of equipment at the end of class activities, breaks etc. including machine ‘lock off’ and power shutdown.
• Conduct formal risk assessment of Design and Technology machinery and electrical equipment and ensure that all Health and Safety Regulations are met.
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers and County staff, check and sign off contractor’s completion of rectification, refurbishment and maintenance work.
• Support Curriculum Leaders in preparing for health and safety audits in specialist departments.
• Control stock of materials and equipment, maintain an inventory and provide guidance and recommendation for the identification, specification and purchase of Academy Design and Technology materials and equipment.
• During Academy holiday periods and as workload permits, to assist across a broader spectrum of duties, including, but not exclusively, site, administration, maintenance, supporting Reception.
• Administer first aid.
• Organise refreshments and hospitality for Academy events.
• Supporting in Food and Art when necessary to prevent pinch points.

Health and Safety Responsibilities

• Comply with Health and Safety policies.
• To observe and maintain good H&S practice within the Academy.
• To support the Headteacher in removing barriers to H&S for Academy stakeholders.

Operation of the Academy

• To consistently uphold the Academy’s aims and strive to attain Academy Targets.
• To work in a cooperative and polite manner with all stakeholders and visitors to promote and enhance the reputation of the Academy.
• To work with students within the framework of the Academy in a courteous, positive, caring and responsive manner which supports the five “Every Child Matters Agenda” outcomes.
• To create a positive working atmosphere.
• Play a full part in the life of the Academy’s community, to support its distinctive mission and ethos and to encourage staff and pupils to follow this example.
• Be courteous to colleagues, visitors and telephone callers and provide a welcoming environment.
• Demonstrate both enthusiasm and high standards of professionalism to all Academy stakeholders.
• It is the responsibility of each employee to perform their duties in line with all Academy Policies promoting a positive approach to a harmonious working environment.
• The job purpose and key task statements above are indicative and by no means exclusive. Given the evolving status of the Academy, the need for flexibility amongst its staff is considered important.
• To undertake any other duties deemed reasonable by the Academy Executive Team for the post at this level.

Personal Qualities

• Be committed and willing to drive standards at the Academy.
• Demonstrate ongoing improvement in your role as a result of Professional Development.
• Liaise appropriately with colleagues.
• Have ambitious standards and a meticulous attention to detail.

Role Model

• Ensure that ‘no student is left behind,’ in their academic and personal development.
• Conform to the Academy’s Dress Code for staff and demonstrate exceptional standards of presentation, conduct, and time keeping.
• Build team commitment amongst students and staff alike.
• Engage and motivate students and staff to do their best by doing your best.
• Demonstrate a positive approach to your professional duties.

The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Policies can be found on our website. This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process.