Design & Technology Technician

Teaching Personnel; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Potential permanent role

CPD and professional development

Dedicated Teaching Personnel support

Supportive school facilities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a part-time Design & Technology Technician for a well‑resourced secondary school in Weymouth. The role starts in September and offers a long‑term contract with potential to become permanent, dependent on experience.

The ideal candidate enjoys practical work, supports hands‑on learning and can help students thrive in a workshop setting. The successful applicant will assist with lesson preparation, maintain equipment, manage stock, and support teachers during

Qualifications

• Have experience working with tools, machinery or within a workshop environment.
• Have a good understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Be organised, reliable and able to work independently.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Be proactive and willing to support both staff and students.
• Previous experience in a school setting is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tools, materials and equipment for practical DT lessons.
• Maintain workshop machinery and equipment in line with health and safety requirements.
• Support teachers during practical lessons when required.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering materials and resources.
• Keep workshops organised, clean and safe for staff and students.
• Carry out routine maintenance and basic repairs to equipment.
• Help ensure the smooth day‑to‑day running of the Design & Technology department.

Skills

Tools

Machinery

Workshop

Health & safety

Organised

Job description

Design & Technology Technician – Secondary School
Location: Weymouth
Start Date: September
Contract: Part-time, Long-term (with the potential for a permanent position)
Salary: Dependent on experience

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming and well-resourced secondary school in Weymouth to recruit a part-time Design & Technology Technician to join their team from September.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a practical, organised individual who enjoys supporting hands‑on learning and helping students thrive in a creative workshop environment. Whether you have experience in education, engineering, manufacturing, construction, or a similar practical setting, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Design & Technology Technician, you will:

• Prepare tools, materials and equipment for practical DT lessons.
• Maintain workshop machinery and equipment in line with health and safety requirements.
• Support teachers during practical lessons when required.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering materials and resources.
• Keep workshops organised, clean and safe for staff and students.
• Carry out routine maintenance and basic repairs to equipment.
• Help ensure the smooth day‑to‑day running of the Design & Technology department.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience working with tools, machinery or within a workshop environment.
• Have a good understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Be organised, reliable and able to work independently.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Be proactive and willing to support both staff and students.
• Previous experience in a school setting is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• A part-time, long-term role with the opportunity to secure a permanent position.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant.
• Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to work in a supportive secondary school with excellent facilities.

If you're looking for a rewarding part-time role where you can use your practical skills to support young people and contribute to an engaging learning environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Teaching Personnel for more information about this exciting Part-Time Design & Technology Technician opportunity in Weymouth

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