Design Technology Technician

Xavier Catholic Education Trust; Guildford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational trust in Guildford is looking for an enthusiastic part-time Design Technology Technician to support workshops and maintain equipment. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of wood and metalworking machinery, along with budgeting skills. This role offers a friendly environment and opportunities for professional development. Successful applicants will join a team that values creativity and relationships, making learning engaging for students.

Benefits

Training courses in machinery and health and safety

Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to gym and wellness facilities

Qualifications

• Dynamic technician with knowledge of wood and metalworking machinery.
• Ideally experienced in budgeting and basic IT.
• Willingness to embrace CNC equipment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain workshops and equipment.
• Prepare materials and manage orders.
• Support students' practical work on staff request.

Skills

Knowledge of wood and metalworking

Budgeting skills

Basic IT skills

Embracing new technologies

Job description

Design Technology Technician

St Peter’s is looking for an enthusiastic part-time Design and Technology Technician to join our friendly team as soon as possible, working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday during term time.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain our workshops and equipment.
• Manage orders and prepare materials.
• Be present in lessons on staff request to support students’ practical work.

About St Peter’s

• St Peter’s Catholic School, part of the Xavier Catholic Education Trust, is an extremely successful school and Sixth Form set in attractive grounds on the outskirts of Guildford, with onsite parking.
• Standards are high and academic progress excellent, with very good facilities and resources.
• Community is a key aspect of our ethos; relationships between students and staff are excellent.
• We are also a partner school of Teach Southeast, an initial teacher training (ITT) provider.

About the Design Technology Department

• We currently teach Textiles, Product Design, Food & Nutrition (which has its own dedicated technician) and Architecture.
• We have a wide range of up-to-date, well‑maintained equipment with six subject‑specific teaching rooms.
• As a team we are friendly, hardworking, positive and passionate about our subject.
• We work hard to develop exciting projects that capture imaginations and make learning fun.
• We share ideas and resources and work in a highly effective and collaborative way.

About You

• We're looking for a dynamic technician with knowledge of wood and metalworking machinery and techniques.
• Successful applicants will ideally have budgeting and basic IT skills.
• We particularly value individuals willing to embrace new technologies such as CNC equipment.
• A technician who thrives working with young people and puts them at the heart of everything they do.

What St Peter’s Can Offer You

• A friendly, supportive environment where best practice is shared to ensure high quality teaching and continuous development.
• Training courses in machinery and health and safety run through our trust schools.
• The opportunity to join a friendly, dynamic and supportive team.
• An organisation with a unique ethos based on strong relationships, high expectations and emotional and spiritual health.
• A Local Government Pension Scheme.
• An extensive range of benefits and discounts with ‘My Lifestyle’, our employee benefits hub.
• All staff benefit from free access to the Spectrum (Guildford, ബാങ്ക) including the gym, group exercise classes, spa and pool.

Additional Information

• Only candidates who already have the right to work in the UK will be considered.
• We may occasionally close a vacancy before the advertised closing date due to high volumes of applicants.
• Interviews will be arranged as suitable applications are received.
• For more information, contact Annie Buchanan‑Robinson.
• The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.