Design & Technology Technician

GIRLS LEARNING TRUST; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a part-time Design & Technology Technician to support their vibrant department. This hands-on role involves assisting in practical lessons and managing department administration, maintenance, and stock control. The ideal candidate will have a passion for design and technology, with interests spanning timber, metals, electronics, and CAD/CAM. Join a supportive and dynamic team that values professional development and well-being, while contributing to a school recognized for its commitment to educational excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Two-week October half-term holiday

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to work scheme

Free tea/coffee/milk

Staff events at the end of each term

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proactive and organised team player with technical knowledge.
• Experience in assisting practical lessons and department administration.

Responsibilities

• Support the Design & Technology Department with technical knowledge.
• Assist in practical lessons, maintenance, and stock control.

Skills

Knowledge of design and technology

Interest in working with timber

Interest in working with metals

Interest in electronics

Interest in polymers

Interest in CAD/CAM

Interest in textiles

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Job description

We are seeking to recruit a part-time Design & Technology Technician at Carshalton High School for Girls.

The Role

This is a hands-on role supporting the Design & Technology Department with technical knowledge, assistance in practical lessons, department administration, maintenance, and stock control.

Hours of Work

This role is part-time, working 25 hours a week, term time only plus INSET days. Ideally, the successful candidate will start work at 8.15am and work one long day until 4pm or 4.30pm, and three shorter days with one day off a week. Meal breaks are unpaid. Preferences for working hours will be discussed at interview.

This role starts on 1st September 2025.

The successful candidate will:

• have knowledge of design and technology in schools
• have an interest in working with timber, metals, electronics, polymers, CAD/CAM, and textiles
• be a proactive and organised team player
• be professional with excellent communication and administration skills

Our School

Carshalton High School for Girls, a member of the Girls' Learning Trust, is a high-achieving school in the suburbs of south London. Confirmed as “Good” by Ofsted in January 2023, we achieved our best exam results to date in Summer 2024.

We offer

• An aspirational vision of education
• A continuous programme of CPD with the opportunity for national qualifications
• A welcoming, friendly, and supportive environment
• A school that prioritizes wellbeing for students and staff
• Benefits include a two-week October half-term holiday, eye care vouchers, cycle to work scheme, free tea/coffee/milk in the staff room, staff events at the end of each term, and an Employee Assistance Programme offering free, confidential advice on various matters.

The school is a short walk from Carshalton station, with London Victoria approximately a 30-minute journey by Southern trains, and London St Pancras approximately 45 minutes by Thameslink. The school is also accessible by car and bus from south London and Surrey.

Key Application Dates

• Closing Date: 10:00am, 2 Jun 2025
• Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 3 June
• Interview Date: Week commencing 9 June
• Start Date: 1 September 2025

Our commitment

The Girls’ Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.

All employees are required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we may conduct online searches about shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met.

We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and aim to employ a diverse workforce reflecting our community. Please note we cannot offer sponsorship for non-settled individuals for a Skilled Worker Visa.

For more details about our school, the job description, and person specification, please see our Recruitment pack.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.