Design & Technology Technician

Lord Wandsworth College; South Holland; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated DT Technician to support the Design & Technology Department. In this vital role, you will assist in the curriculum delivery for students up to GCSE and A Level, ensuring high standards of technical support and health and safety awareness. Collaborating closely with subject teachers and fellow technicians, you will play a key part in fostering a safe and productive learning environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the educational journey of young minds while enjoying a supportive and community-focused workplace.

Benefits

Friends and Family referral scheme (£250 for each referral)

Enhanced family friendly policies

Complimentary lunch in term time

Fee remission for children

Qualifications

• Assist in delivering the Design & Technology curriculum up to GCSE and A Level.
• Provide technical support and ensure health and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor stock control and manage deliveries for workshops.
• Support subject teachers in line with lesson plans.

Skills

Technical Support

Health and Safety Awareness

Stock Control

Education

GCSE

A Level

Tools

CAD/CAM Facilities

Job description

Reference: DEC20242818

Expiry date: 17:00, Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Location: Long Sutton, Hook

Salary: £18,457, inclusive of holiday pay (£25,058 FTE)

Contract: Full time, Term time (33 weeks per year)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Benefits: Friends and Family referral scheme (£250 for each referral), Enhanced family friendly policies, Complimentary lunch in term time, Fee remission for children

Job Description

The DT Technician will assist the Design & Technology Department in their delivery of the curriculum throughout the school up to GCSE and A Level. The Technician will be responsible for providing the department with technical support to deliver the curriculum to students whilst championing health and safety awareness. Other responsibilities include monitoring stock control, ordering, receiving and checking deliveries, specifically across the two workshops and CAD/CAM facilities. The DT Technician will work alongside the current textiles technician to help deliver Design & Technology and support 4 subject teachers on a daily basis, in line with lesson plans and will report to the Head of Design & Technology.

Closing date: 17th January 2025

Interview date: 29th January 2025

The college reserves the right to close the role early.

Should you wish to discuss the role in strict confidence please feel free to contact Lara Swan, Head of Design and Technology on [e-mail].

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. The successful applicant will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check and references. We are an equal opportunities employer.