Design & Technology Lab Technician — Immediate Start

Smile Education Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education are recruiting an experienced Design Technician to join a welcoming and supportive secondary school in the B8 area, with an immediate start available.

The role is suited to a practical, creative and organised individual with experience in a school, college or design and technology environment, to support the DT department and ensure lessons run smoothly and students have access to the resources and equipment they need.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Design Technician or in a similar practical role.
• Experience in a school, college or educational setting.
• Strong practical understanding of Design & Technology.
• Confident using a range of tools, machinery and workshop equipment.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organise materials, tools and equipment for practical lessons.
• Support teachers with classroom and workshop activities.
• Maintain workshops, classrooms and practical spaces.
• Ensure tools and machinery are safe and ready for use.
• Order and source materials and equipment when required.
• Support students with practical activities and projects.

Skills

Design & Technology

Workshop safety

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Job description

Smile Education are recruiting an experienced Design Technician to join a welcoming and supportive secondary school in the B8 area, with an immediate start available.

The role is suited to a practical, creative and organised individual with experience in a school, college or design and technology environment, to support the DT department and ensure lessons run smoothly and students have access to the resources and equipment they need.