Design Technology Technician

TeacherActive; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education recruitment agency is seeking a DT Technician for a full-time role in Newcastle upon Tyne. The successful candidate will assist in the design technology department, focusing on planning and assessment with guidance from the Head of Department. Key qualifications include proven experience in a design technology environment and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive rates of pay and a supportive learning environment for students.

Benefits

Dedicated team of consultants

Market leading daily rates of pay

Referral scheme bonuses

Free career and recruitment advice

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a design technology department or school prep room.
• Competent to prepare and set up practicals in design technology.

Responsibilities

• Planning and assessment under guidance of the Head of Department.
• Providing support in resistant materials, woodwork, and food technology.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Enthusiasm

Initiative

Job description

TeacherActive are looking for a DT Technician in Newcastle. We have an amazing opportunity to work in a local schools in the Newcastle area. We create amazing rapport with our schools and support all our staff with the on-boarding process! The schools have many ambitions to achieve including a strong focus on creating a culture of success and positivity towards learning.

The position is full-time and will include planning and assessment, under the guidance of the Head of Department. As a DT technician you will play a vital role within the DT department and reporting to the appropriate staff members when required. Working across the department providing support in resistant materials, wood work and food technology.

The school is caring, friendly and an inclusive school that is driven by a clear focus on their students learning and development. The schools has many ambitions to achieve including a strong focus on creating a culture of success and positivity towards learning.

The successful candidate will have:

• Have proven experience in a design technology department or school prep room.
• Have highly developed communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
• Have energy, enthusiasm and initiative.
• Competent to trial, prepare and set up practical’s in across design technology.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference
• A dedicated team of consultants with an in-depth knowledge of our industry
• Market leading daily rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive a gift when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*
• Free career and recruitment advice

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your heard-earned cash. If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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