Design & Technology Technician

Wildern School; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site car park

Staff Leisure Centre membership

Public sector pension scheme

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Good transport links

Job summary

Wildern School in the United Kingdom is seeking a hands-on Design & Technology Technician to support practical lessons during term time. The role is part-time (22.5 hours/week) across Mon/Tue/Wed, with a focus on keeping workshops safe, well-equipped and productive.

You will assist with setup, maintenance, and development of activities, while supporting students and teachers to bring ideas to life. Prior D&T or related practical field experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Hands-on background in Design & Technology, engineering, craft, carpentry or related practical field.
• Experience in school workshop environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, setting up and maintaining equipment and materials for practical lessons.
• Supporting teachers and students in the workshop, ensuring a safe and productive learning space.
• Assisting with development and implementation of engaging learning activities.
• Maintaining and repairing equipment to keep it in good working order.
• Ordering and keeping stock of resources for the department.
• Contributing to the organisation and smooth running of the D&T department.

Skills

D&T background

Workshop support

Safety compliance

Stock management

Job description

Design & Technology Technician - 22.50 hours per week, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 8.00am to 4.00pm, term time only (38 Weeks). Grade C - Step 1, Actual Annual Salary £13,265.42 (which is equivalent to a full-time salary of £26,017).

As part of our commitment to staff wellbeing RAISE Education Trust have trialled a two week half term break from 19th to 30th October 2026, this is now being evaluated. If the Trust reverts back to a one-week October half term break from 2027 the contractual working weeks would increase to 39 weeks and the salary would increase accordingly.

Are you hands-on, resourceful, and passionate about inspiring the next generation of makers, builders, and designers?

We are looking for an enthusiastic Design & Technology Technician to join our vibrant team. If you have a background in D&T, engineering, craft, carpentry or a related practical field, this is your opportunity to play a vital role in our hands-on curriculum and help bring students' ideas to reality.

We are part of the RAISE Education Trust which comprises of Wildern School, Deer Park Secondary School and Boorley Park Primary School. Our staff form a collective team that make a difference to the lives of our students. This is an exciting time for the trust and all colleagues present and future.

Responsibilities will include:

• As our D&T Technician, you'll be the backbone of our workshops and creative spaces. Your day-to-day will involve:
• Preparing, setting up and maintaining a range of equipment and materials for practical lessons.
• Supporting teachers and students in the workshop environment, ensuring a safe and productive learning space.
• Assisting with the development and implementation of engaging and practical learning activities.
• Maintaining and repairing equipment, ensuring it is in good working order.
• Ordering and keeping stock of resources.
• Contributing to the overall organisation and smooth running of the Design & Technology department.

Benefits of working in our trust include:

• Friendly and sociable colleagues.
• RAISE a Hand day: One day per academic year, a fully paid day off to support personal events
• Free on-site car park.
• Staff membership rates to our modern on-site Leisure Centre.
• Enrolment in one of the UK’s largest public sector pension schemes.
• A tax efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrifice.
• Good transport links.

If you currently work in a school, please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher.

Closing Date: Midday, Monday 23rd November 2026.

RAISE Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.