Design Technology Technician - School Workshop

Empowering Learning Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Term-time pattern

Transport access

Supportive school community

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is seeking a hands-on Design Technology Technician in Crawley to support a busy DT department. You will assist teachers and pupils in practical lessons, maintain tools and equipment, and ensure a safe, well-organised workshop environment.

Ideal candidates will have practical DT workshop experience, knowledge of materials and safety procedures, and the ability to manage stock and assist with lesson setup and breakdown. DBS check will be required.

Qualifications

• Practical DT technician/workshop experience is essential.
• Knowledge of resistant materials, woodwork or product design required.
• Solid understanding of workshop health and safety procedures.
• Able to maintain and operate DT machinery, power and hand tools.
• Organised, reliable and proactive.
• Good communication and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain and organise tools, equipment and materials across DT areas.
• Support teachers in delivering practical lessons and demonstrations.
• Keep workshop safe, clean and well-stocked at all times.
• Carry out routine maintenance and basic repairs on DT machinery.
• Conduct and review risk assessments per health and safety guidelines.
• Monitor stock levels and liaise with the department lead to place orders.
• Assist students with practical tasks under the class teacher direction.
• Set up and clear equipment before and after lessons.

Skills

Practical DT experience

Materials/tools knowledge

Health & safety

Tool operation

Organisation & initiative

Communication

Education

NVQ/BTEC or equivalent

Tools

DT machinery

Power & hand tools

Job description

Empowering Learning Ltd is seeking a hands-on Design Technology Technician in Crawley to support a busy DT department. You will assist teachers and pupils in practical lessons, maintain tools and equipment, and ensure a safe, well-organised workshop environment.

Ideal candidates will have practical DT workshop experience, knowledge of materials and safety procedures, and the ability to manage stock and assist with lesson setup and breakdown. DBS check will be required.