Design & Technology Technician - Buckinghamshire

Simply Education Ltd; Flackwell Heath; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Simply Education Ltd. is seeking a Design & Technology Technician to support secondary schools across Buckinghamshire. You will prepare materials, assist teachers and maintain workshop areas.

Ideal candidates have DT Technician experience, understand health and safety, and enjoy working with students in practical learning environments. Flexible day-to-day, long-term and permanent opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Has experience working as a DT Technician or in a practical/technical environment.
• Understands health and safety in a school/workshop setting.
• Experience supporting teachers and students in practical lessons.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, tools and equipment for practical lessons.
• Support teachers with classroom and workshop preparation.
• Ensure equipment and resources are safe and ready for use; maintain and organise DT workshops and storage areas.
• Support students during practical activities.
• Maintain stock and monitor resources.
• Carry out basic equipment maintenance where appropriate.
• Help ensure health and safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Practical environment

Tools & machinery

Health and safety

Organised

Teamwork

Student support

Tools

Tools & machinery

DT equipment

Job description

Design & Technology Technician - Buckinghamshire

Inspire creativity. Support practical learning. Make a difference.

Are you an experienced Design & Technology Technician looking for your next opportunity in a secondary school?

Simply Education is currently recruiting for a skilled and reliable DT Technician to work in secondary schools we support across Buckinghamshire.

We have a range of opportunities available, whether you're looking for day-to-day flexibility, a long-term position or a permanent role.

The Role

As a DT Technician, you will play an important role in supporting the school's Design & Technology department.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Preparing materials, tools and equipment for practical lessons
• Supporting teachers with classroom and workshop preparation
• Ensuring equipment and resources are safe and ready for useMaintaining and organising DT workshops and storage areas
• Supporting students during practical activities
• Maintaining stock and monitoring resources
• Carrying out basic equipment maintenance where appropriate
• Helping to ensure health and safety procedures are followed

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working as a DT Technician or in a practical/technical environment
• Has experience working with tools, machinery and DT equipment
• Ideally has experience within a secondary school or education setting
• Understands the importance of health and safety
• Is organised, reliable and proactive
• Works well alongside teachers and other school staff
• Is confident supporting students in a practical learning environment

Flexible Opportunities Available

We can offer:

• Day-to-day roles - flexibility around your availability
• Long-term placements - consistency and the opportunity to become part of a school team
• Permanent positions - build your long-term career within education

Why Simply Education?

With over 25 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals, Simply Education has strong relationships with schools across Buckinghamshire.

Our dedicated consultants take the time to understand your experience and career goals, helping you find the right role and the right school.

Locations: Secondary schools across Buckinghamshire

Simply Education - connecting great education professionals with great schools for over 25 years.