Design Technology Technician - Immediate Start (Secondary)

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Walton-le-Dale; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking an experienced Design Technology Technician to join a Sefton secondary school on a full-time basis, starting immediately. You will support the DT department, prepare equipment, and assist lessons to ensure workshops are safe and well organised.

The role requires knowledge of DT equipment, a health and safety qualification, and the ability to work independently in an educational setting with an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Experience with Design Technology equipment and machinery.
• Health & Safety certificate covering the safe use of DT equipment.
• Experience in an educational/workshop environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, maintaining and organising equipment and materials for Design Technology lessons.
• Supporting teachers and students during practical lessons.
• Ensuring workshops, classrooms and equipment are safe, clean and ready for use.
• Maintaining and checking a wide range of Design Technology tools, machinery and equipment.
• Supporting practical work across areas such as resistant materials, woodwork, graphics and other DT disciplines.
• Carrying out routine maintenance and reporting any faults or safety concerns.
• Managing stock levels and ordering materials when required.
• Ensuring all equipment is used in accordance with school health and safety procedures.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the Design Technology department.

Skills

DT equipment handling

Health & Safety awareness

Independent worker

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking an experienced Design Technology Technician to join a Sefton secondary school on a full-time basis, starting immediately. You will support the DT department, prepare equipment, and assist lessons to ensure workshops are safe and well organised.

The role requires knowledge of DT equipment, a health and safety qualification, and the ability to work independently in an educational setting with an immediate start.