Design & Technology Technician

Acapella Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction programme

Fitness Zone membership

Free BUPA Health Care Plan (Includes >

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free access to Goals Soccer Centre

Refer a Friend/Colleague Scheme

Job summary

Queensmead School is seeking a Design & Technology Technician to support the DT Department. The successful candidate will set up, operate and maintain workshop equipment, including laser cutting and 3D printing, and prepare resources for lessons across wood, metal and plastic disciplines.

Hours are 36 per week, Monday to Thursday 8:00–15:45 and Friday 8:00–15:30, term time plus one week. Part-time would be considered. December 2026 start with a comprehensive induction and staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with workshop equipment and machinery in an educational setting.
• Familiarity with laser cutting and 3D printing technologies for lessons.
• Ability to prepare resources and order supplies for DT lessons.

Responsibilities

• Support the Design & Technology Department in day-to-day workshop activities.
• Set up, operate and maintain workshop machinery and tools.
• Prepare resources and equipment for lessons across woods, metals and plastics.
• Assist staff and students; support procurement of supplies as needed.

Skills

Workshop setup

Laser cutting

3D printing

Resource preparation

Tools

Workshop equipment

Job description

NJC Scale 4, Points 7-10, �26,987 - �28,164 actual salary per annum

Monday to Friday / 36 hrs pw / Term time plus one week (39 weeks)

Part time would be considered

Required for December 2026

Queensmead is an oversubscribed 11-18 mixed school. We have a reputation for teaching excellence, which leads to exceptional outcomes for our students at both GCSE and A level. We invest heavily in our staff and we are very proud of their success.

With access to new facilities completed in 2022, the building includes three workshops and two computer suites, with areas set aside for 3D printing and laser cutting projects.

We are looking for a DT Technician to provide support for the Design & Technology Department. The ideal candidate will be competent in the set-up, use and maintenance of workshop equipment and machinery, new technologies such as laser cutting and 3D printing and art processes. It will involve preparing resources and equipment for lessons: hard materials: woods, metals and plastics, as well as maintaining machinery and ordering supplies.

Previous experience of working in an educational environment is advantageous because you will need to be able to support students and staff in the workshops. A knowledge of basic engineering and/or mechanics would be highly advantageous, however, full training will be given.

Hours of work

Monday to Thursday, 8am to 3.45pm, with 30 minutes lunch (unpaid)

Friday, 8am to 3.30pm, with 30 minutes lunch (unpaid)

• A comprehensive induction programme will be provided
• Free membership of the Fitness Zone at Queensmead Sports Centre
• Free BUPA Health Care Plan (Includes benefits worth over �2000)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free access to Goals Soccer Centre
• Refer a Friend/Colleague Scheme

Applications will be shortlisted and interviewed at the earliest opportunity. Early applications for this post are recommended.

If you are shortlisted for an interview, online searches may be done as part of the school's due diligence checks.

Queensmead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to references and an enhanced DBS check.