Design Technology & Science Technician

Hurstmere School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,857 - 23,883; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured

Benenden Healthcare

Free Flu Jabs

Free Health Checks

Access EarlyPay

CPD afternoons

Mental Health First Aiders

Free parking on all our sites

Job summary

Hurstmere School is seeking a highly effective Design Technology & Science Technician to start from September 2026. The role supports practical learning across both departments, preparing equipment and resources and maintaining workshops.

Health and safety are a priority, with full training provided and no prior school experience required. The post is part‑time, permanent, Term Time Only +1 week, on the Bexley NJC scales (£29,436–£29,856 FTE), pro rata to £22,857–£23,183.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting in design technology or science environments is helpful.
• Willingness to learn and follow school policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and resources for lessons.
• Maintain and safe-keep workshops and laboratories.
• Support practical lessons in DT and Science departments.
• Ensure high standards of health and safety in the workshop and labs.

Skills

Health & safety

Equipment prep

Practical support

Organised

Job description

Hurstmere School is seeking to appoint a highly effective Design Technology & Science Technician, to start from September 2026.

Hurstmere School is seeking an enthusiastic Design Technology & Science Technician to support practical learning across both departments. The role includes preparing equipment and resources, maintaining workshops and laboratories, supporting practical lessons, and ensuring high standards of health and safety. Full training is provided, and previous school experience is not essential.

We offer excellent professional development, whether you want to build a long-term career as a technician or explore a future in teaching. Whatever your ambitions, you'll join a supportive school community where your skills and contribution are valued.

This is a part time, permanent role, Term Time Only +1 week, paid on the Bexley NJC pay scale point 5.1-5.4 (FTE £29,436 - £29,856 - actual salary calculated on a pro rata basis which equates to £22,857 - £23,183 per annum).

The working pattern will consist of 32.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8:30-15:30, with a 30-minute unpaid break each day.

What can we offer you?

The successful candidate will be someone who has high expectations and is passionate about education. In return, we can promise an investment in you and your future, offering a competitive remuneration package, providing first class professional development and career opportunities.

We value our staff and actively support their professional development and have redesigned our working week to place even greater emphasis on employee development. You will have access to ongoing professional development including accredited courses. If you are looking to extend your experience and would be interested in joining our team, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Benefits of Working with The Howard Academy Trust

We care about the personal and professional wellbeing of our staff, and are pleased to offer:

• Health Assured - Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to Benenden Healthcare
• Free Flu Jabs
• Free Health Checks
• Access EarlyPay
• Skills Network of 30 Free Level 2 8 - 12 week courses
• Discounted gym membership
• CPD afternoons
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Free parking on all our sites

If you require any further information or you wish to organise a tour of the school, please contact the Senior Vice Principal, Lucila Davies, by calling 020 83005665 or via email to [e-mail].

We reserve the right to alter our interview dates and close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.