D&T Technician

TeacherActive Limited.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd. is helping a successful secondary school in Tottenham recruit a committed DT Technician.

You will support the Design & Technology department by preparing materials, equipment and resources for practical lessons, while maintaining a safe and organised workshop environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in a DT or workshop setting, a practical hands-on approach, and the ability to work with teachers and support staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in a DT, workshop or practical environment.
• Good knowledge of tools, materials and workshop equipment.
• Able to prepare resources and equipment for practical lessons.
• Understanding of health and safety in a workshop environment.
• Organised and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Practical hands‑on approach to problem solving.
• Able to work collaboratively with teachers and support staff.
• Strong communication skills and a positive approach.
• Available to start immediately or at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, equipment and resources for practical lessons.
• Help maintain a safe, organised and engaging workshop environment.
• Support teaching staff to ensure lessons run safely and effectively.

Skills

DT experience

Workshop environment

Tools & equipment

Health & safety

Organised

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Immediate start

Tools

Shop tools

Materials handling

Job description

Immediate Start | Excellent CPD & Training | Highly Successful School

Are you a DT Technician looking for an exciting opportunity in a successful and inclusive secondary school in Tottenham?

We are working with a highly regarded secondary school that is looking to appoint a committed and practical DT Technician to join their team as soon as possible.

The school has an excellent reputation for student achievement and is ranked highly within the borough for student progress. With a strong focus on inclusion, high expectations and supporting staff development, this is an excellent environment for someone looking to develop their career within education.

Why work at this school?

The school places a real emphasis on supporting both its students and staff. As a member of the team, you will benefit from:

• Excellent CPD and training opportunities
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• A genuinely inclusive and supportive environment
• A school ranked highly within the borough for student progress
• The opportunity to work alongside an experienced and dedicated team

The Role

As a DT Technician, you will play an important role in supporting the Design & Technology department and ensuring that lessons run safely and effectively.

You will work closely with teaching staff to prepare materials, equipment and resources for practical lessons, while helping to maintain a safe, organised and engaging workshop environment.

The role would suit someone who is practical, organised and confident working with tools, materials and workshop equipment, with a genuine interest in supporting young people in their DT education.

The ideal DT Technician will:

• Have previous experience working in a DT, workshop or practical environment
• Have good knowledge of tools, materials and workshop equipment
• Be confident preparing resources and equipment for practical lessons
• Understand the importance of health and safety in a workshop environment
• Be organised and able to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Have a practical, hands‑on approach to problem solving
• Be able to work collaboratively with teachers and support staff
• Have strong communication skills and a positive approach
• Be enthusiastic about supporting students in developing their practical skills
• Be available to start immediately or at short notice

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful, inclusive and forward-thinking school where staff are valued and supported.

With excellent training and CPD opportunities, strong student outcomes and a supportive working environment, the school offers an excellent setting for a DTTechnician looking for their next role.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.