Design & Tech Workshop Technician – Secondary School

Tradewind Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PAYE rates

Access to CPD courses through The N at

Dedicated consultant

Interview preparation support

Online timesheet portal

Networking events

Referral bonuses

Ongoing placement support

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Design & Technology Technician to join a secondary school in Manchester. The role is full-time and long-term, starting asap, paying £105-£115 per day depending on experience and qualifications, with a view to permanent appointment after a successful application and interview.

You will prepare, set up and check materials, support teaching staff and pupils during practical lessons, and help maintain a safe, well-organised workshop in line with health and safety

Qualifications

• Has practical or technical experience gained within education, manufacturing, engineering, design, woodwork or a similar setting.
• Be practical, proactive and highly organised.
• Be able to work independently and make appropriate decisions.
• Have good communication and teamwork skills.
• Be comfortable working with secondary-aged pupils.
• Be willing to follow and implement health and safety procedures.
• Be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances where applicable and professional reference checks.
• Provide a CV containing a full employment and education history, with any employment breaks explained.
• Have the legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, setting up and checking materials, tools and equipment.
• Supporting teaching staff and pupils during practical lessons.
• Maintaining a safe, clean and well-organised workshop environment.
• Ensuring equipment is operational and complies with health and safety requirements.
• Arranging maintenance and repairs where required.
• Managing the safe storage of equipment and monitoring stock levels.
• Completing practical, creative and administrative tasks.
• Supporting departmental activities, projects and school events.
• Contributing to pupils' progress and enjoyment of Design & Technology.

Skills

Practical experience

Organised

Independent work

Communication

Health & safety awareness

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Design & Technology Technician to join a secondary school in Manchester. The role is full-time and long-term, starting asap, paying £105-£115 per day depending on experience and qualifications, with a view to permanent appointment after a successful application and interview.

You will prepare, set up and check materials, support teaching staff and pupils during practical lessons, and help maintain a safe, well-organised workshop in line with health and safety