Design Technology Technician

Step Teachers; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK seeks a proactive Design Technology Technician for a full-time, long-term temporary position at an inclusive secondary school. You will prepare materials for lessons, maintain workshop safety, support teaching staff, and assist students with practical projects. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of design technology and health and safety procedures. Competitive salary and access to well-being services offered.

Benefits

Access to exclusive shopping deals

Weekly PAYE salary

Well-being services

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school workshop or similar technical environment.
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and equipment for practical lessons in design technology.
• Maintain tools, machinery and workshop areas to ensure safety and functionality.
• Support teaching staff during lessons and demonstrations.
• Assist pupils with practical tasks and project work.
• Monitor stock levels and order supplies as needed.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of design technology tools

Health and safety procedures

Tools

Design technology machinery

Job description

Design Technology Technician – Full-time, long-term temporary position starting as soon as possible

We are seeking a proactive Design Technology Technician to join a welcoming and inclusive secondary school environment. The school promotes high standards of teaching and learning, with a strong emphasis on pupil wellbeing and personal development. Staff are well-supported by leadership, and students benefit from a broad curriculum and positive learning environment. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a school that values both academic achievement and holistic growth.

Duties as Design Technology Technician:

• Prepare materials and equipment for practical lessons in design technology
• Maintain tools, machinery and workshop areas to ensure safety and functionality
• Support teaching staff during lessons and demonstrations
• Assist pupils with practical tasks and project work
• Monitor stock levels and order supplies as needed
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Contribute to the smooth running of the department
• Experience working in a school workshop or similar technical environment
• Knowledge of design technology tools, machinery and materials
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Class Act?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment.

Class Actis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering withClass Act are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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