DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN PART TIME (Fast Apply)

eTeach UK Limited; Esher; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Esher is seeking a part-time Design and Technology Technician to support Art, Textiles, and Food Technology. The role involves assisting in the classroom, managing resources, and providing administrative support. Ideal candidates will have experience in a technology or teaching support role and possess excellent organisational and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits in a supportive work environment, aiming to foster student independence and creativity.

Benefits

Professional development support

Occupational health and employee assistance programme

Free use of fitness suite

50% discount on wrap-around provision fees

Qualifications

• Previous or relevant experience in a technology or teaching support role.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise and provide administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Support departmental colleagues by ordering and preparing resources.
• Assist in the classroom and manage resources.
• Provide administrative support and prioritise tasks.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT applications knowledge

Job description

Design and Technology Technician – Part Time

Term time only, 27 hours per week. Actual starting salary £15,520 per annum (equivalent to £24,687 to £28,328 for a full‑time position).

Commencement: March 2026.

This role supports our Art, Textiles and Food Technology areas and will join an existing team of three technicians. The Design & Technology Department has five purpose-built rooms, five teaching staff and a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to be independent problem solvers and creative thinkers.

Responsibilities

• Support departmental colleagues by ordering and preparing resources and equipment.
• Assist in the classroom: set up resources for each lesson, manage resources and equipment, help smaller groups with key activities, and pack away and tidy up at the end of lessons.
• Provide administrative support and prioritise tasks.
• Work flexibly outside school hours to prepare lessons and tidy resources, ensuring readiness for the next day.

Qualifications

• Previous or relevant experience in a technology or teaching support role.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with a “can do” attitude.
• Ability to prioritise and provide administrative support.
• Working knowledge of IT applications and software is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• Family‑friendly term‑time working.
• Professional development support.
• Supportive and collaborative team.
• Competitive salary and annual performance progression.
• Staff benefits & discount scheme.
• Two‑week Autumn half‑term.
• Occupational health and employee assistance programme.
• Free use of fitness suite.
• 50% discount on wrap‑around provision fees for children of HWLP staff attending TDJS or HWPS.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution.

Hinchley Wood is a popular, inclusive and high‑achieving school located on the borders of SW London with 1,400 students on roll. We take staff and student wellbeing very seriously and have invested time and money to ensure all members of our school feel supported and happy.

If you have a strong desire to help students of all abilities achieve the best they can while fulfilling your own potential, we would love to hear from you. You would be joining a supportive, committed and experienced team who work hard to ensure the best outcome for our students.

We welcome pre‑application calls and/or visits so please contact HR. Please note that HR will be on Christmas break between 20 December and 5 January and will only be checking emails periodically over that period, so you may not receive an immediate response.

The deadline for applications is Tuesday 12th January 2026 (9am)

Interviews will take place the following week.