Design Technology Technician

Tradewind Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Design Technology Technician for a secondary school in Manchester. The role involves supporting practical lessons by preparing materials and maintaining workshop equipment. Candidates should have experience in a similar role and a valid COSHH certificate. This is a full-time position starting immediately, with potential for a permanent contract.

Benefits

Access to over 2,500 accredited CPD courses

Regular contact with your dedicated consultant

Opportunities for further placements or permanent roles

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally in a school or college setting.
• Confident and safe use of machinery commonly found in school workshops.
• Valid COSHH certificate.
• A current, enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one via Tradewind.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Preparing tools, materials, and equipment for lessons.
• Maintaining and operating machinery such as a band saw and lathe.
• Supporting staff and students during practical sessions.
• Monitoring and managing stock and supplies.
• Maintaining a safe working environment in line with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Experience in a similar role

Safe use of workshop machinery

Valid COSHH certificate

Child Workforce DBS

Right to work in the UK

Tools

Band saw

Lathe

Job description

Design Technology Technician - Secondary School - Manchester

Location: Manchester
Start date: Immediate
Contract type: Full-time, initially for one term with potential for a permanent role
Daily rate: 100- 110 per day (PAYE)
Equivalent salary if made permanent: Circa 25,000 (pro rata)
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a secondary school in Manchester to appoint a Design Technology Technician to support the DT department. The role is available immediately and will run for at least one term, with the possibility of a permanent contract for the right candidate.

About the role:

You will work alongside teaching staff to support the delivery of practical DT lessons. This includes preparing materials, maintaining machinery, and ensuring the workshop environment is safe and organised.

Key responsibilities:

• Preparing tools, materials, and equipment for lessons

• Maintaining and operating machinery such as a band saw, lathe, and other workshop tools

• Supporting staff and students during practical sessions

• Monitoring and managing stock and supplies

• Maintaining a safe working environment in line with health and safety regulations

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally in a school or college setting

• Confident and safe use of machinery commonly found in school workshops

• Valid COSHH certificate

• A current, enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one via Tradewind

• Right to work in the UK

Additional benefits through Tradewind Recruitment:

• Access to over 2,500 accredited CPD courses through our partnership with The National College

• Regular contact with your dedicated consultant

• Opportunities for further placements or permanent roles

If you're interested in applying, please click 'Apply Now' or contact Scott Mason-Grieshaber at Tradewind Manchester on (phone number removed) or via email at (url removed) for more details.