Design and Technology Technician

London Borough of Hounslow; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The Heathland School in Hounslow is seeking a Design and Technology Technician to provide technical support for DT lessons and maintain equipment. The role requires hands-on maintenance of tools and safe operation within a busy DT workshop, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

The post is 36 hours per week during term time (plus 5 INSET days). The successful candidate will assist staff and students, support stock management, and help maintain layout and resources for practical

Qualifications

• Provide technical support to the Design & Technology Department for practical lessons.
• Maintain DT equipment, tools and machinery.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up, and dismantle equipment, materials and resources for DT lessons.
• Support staff and students during practical activities; ensure safe use of tools and machinery.
• Maintain, clean and inspect DT equipment and tools regularly.
• Manage stock levels of materials and equipment; place orders as required.
• Support safeguarding and health and safety procedures within the DT area.

Skills

Health & safety awareness

Safety risk assessment

Carpentry

Team support

Job description

Job profile for Design and Technology Technician

Design and Technology Technician

04/09/2026

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary £26,056 - £27,195 per annum

Term-time Job category/type Education & Schools

Date posted 21/08/2026

Job reference R0007403

Attachments: The Heathland Technology Technician JD August 2026.pdf, 2026 Non Teaching Application Form.docx

Job description

DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN

Location: The Heathland, Wellington Road North, Hounslow TW4 5JD

Salary: £26,056 - £27,195 per annum

Closing Date: 04/09/2026

Design and Technology Technician

• THE HEATHLAND SCHOOL
• SCALE 4 POINT 7-10 Pro rata actual salary £26056 - £27195
• [8am – 4pm 36 hours a week. Term Time plus 5 INSET days]

An exciting position has arisen at this large, multi-cultural 11-18 community school to join the Technology Department as Design and Technology Technician.

JOB PURPOSE

To provide technical support to the Design & Technology Department, ensuring the safe and efficient preparation, maintenance, and management of resources and equipment for practical lessons, supporting staff and students to enable high-quality teaching and learning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, set up, and dismantle equipment, materials, and resources for DT practical lessons and demonstrations.
• Support teaching staff and students during practical activities, ensuring safe use of tools and machinery.
• Maintain, clean, and carry out routine safety checks on DT equipment, tools, and machinery.
• Manage and monitor stock levels of materials, tools, and equipment, placing orders as required.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations within the DT department, including risk assessments and maintaining accurate records.
• Assist with the organisation and display of students’ work and resources.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to staff and students as required.
• Support with the maintenance and repair of DT facilities and resources.
• Assist with the supervision of students in practical workshops, as directed by teaching staff.
• Keep up to date with developments in health & safety and relevant training.

• General maintenance and repairs around the school
• General carpentry - fixtures and fittings
• To follow all safeguarding procedures and complete training as requiredTo ensure the School Minibuses are well maintained

The school is located on a large site in Hounslow with excellent transport links and a large staff car park.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Heathland School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

In line with KCSIE 2025 and safer recruitment practices, we will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates' suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and asked to clarify their online presence.