Design Technology Technician. Job in Yorkshire Education & Training Jobs

TeacherActive; Redcar; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established secondary school in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated Design Technology Technician to support the DT department. This full-time, permanent role involves preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe learning environment for students, ideal for candidates with relevant experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Design Technology Technician desirable.
• Strong knowledge of materials and workshop equipment.
• Relevant qualifications or training advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support during practical DT lessons.
• Maintain and ensure safety of equipment and materials.
• Assist with preparation of materials for student projects.

Skills

Health & Safety awareness

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Qualification in Design Technology or Engineering

Tools

Workshop tools

Machinery

Job description

Location: Sheffield

Salary: £25,584 - £27,711 per annum

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you a practical and proactive individual with a passion for supporting creative learning? We are currently seeking a committed and enthusiastic Design Technology Technician to join our dynamic team at a well-established secondary school in Sheffield.

About the Role:

As a Design Technology Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting the DT department by preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe and effective learning environment for students. This is a full-time, permanent position ideal for someone with a strong background in workshop tools, machinery, and health & safety standards in a school or educational setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to teachers during practical DT lessons.
• Maintain, service, and safely store equipment and materials.
• Assist with the preparation of materials for student projects.
• Ensure all machinery and tools are compliant with health and safety regulations.
• Support with stock control and ordering of supplies.

About You:

• Previous experience as a Design Technology Technician or similar role is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of materials, tools, and workshop equipment.
• Health & Safety awareness is essential.
• Excellent organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Relevant qualification or training in Design Technology or Engineering would be advantageous.

Join us as a Design Technology Technician and contribute to an engaging, hands-on learning experience that inspires the next generation of designers, engineers, and makers.

If you are interested, would like more information or would like to apply, please do so now or email (url removed).

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks, and the supply of good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and 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.

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